warranty issues & remote start - Toyota Yaris Forums

homerj · 12-19-2006, 09:23 PM

are there any warranty issues related to putting in a remote starter yourself?

if i put in a remote start, is it possible that dealers will say something like: "you messed with the engine by putting in a remote starter so you voided the warranty" or something along these lines?

thanks in advance.

Wayside · 12-19-2006, 10:55 PM

I believe they must prove that the alarm was directly responsible for the problem.

paultyler_82 · 12-20-2006, 01:25 AM

According to most warrantees, they can only claim non-coverage on a directly influenced part, in this case, they can claim non-coverage on the wiring because you installed the remote start, I do beleive however that burden of proof falls on the consumer, to prove their install was not responsible for the failed part.

punch · 12-20-2006, 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by homerj

are there any warranty issues related to putting in a remote starter yourself?

if i put in a remote start, is it possible that dealers will say something like: "you messed with the engine by putting in a remote starter so you voided the warranty" or something along these lines?

thanks in advance.

Well, i would say if your wiring gets fucked up, then they may void that claim due to your own wiring , but you should be ok

diamy22 · 11-22-2008, 10:05 AM

whats the best remote starter for a yaris ??????

IsLNdbOi · 11-24-2008, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by diamy22

whats the best remote starter for a yaris ??????

There's no "best" remote start kit for the Yaris, but if you're really paranoid about warranty issues, etc. get the kit installed by your Toyota dealer. They'd probably charge an arm and a leg for install though.

Also, don't spend hundreds on one of those kits. One of Directed's lower cost kits will work just fine.

diamy22 · 11-24-2008, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IsLNdbOi

There's no "best" remote start kit for the Yaris, but if you're really paranoid about warranty issues, etc. get the kit installed by your Toyota dealer. They'd probably charge an arm and a leg for install though.

Also, don't spend hundreds on one of those kits. One of Directed's lower cost kits will work just fine.

thanks

IllusionX · 11-23-2008, 08:01 PM

http://www.crimestopper.com/remotestart_1-way.htm

i don't know if they are really THAT good.. but i've read good things from the other local yaris/echo forum... one of the mechanics install them privately.

diamy22 · 11-23-2008, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by IllusionX

http://www.crimestopper.com/remotestart_1-way.htm

i don't know if they are really THAT good.. but i've read good things from the other local yaris/echo forum... one of the mechanics install them privately.

thanks alot......

sportin83 · 11-23-2008, 10:43 PM

anything made by directed electronics is the way to go. viper python clifford valet hornet

battleversiontc · 11-25-2008, 03:02 AM

dei's viper is the way to go i install a ton of those and work the best in my opinion i havent had any problems with it

Mobius1 · 11-25-2008, 02:11 PM

Agreed DEI product is the way to go for RS. If you get the rs installed by an authorized dealer it will not void your factory warranties. If you have never installed a remote start before do yourself a favor and DONT. Leave it to the professionals.

sportin83 · 11-26-2008, 12:20 AM

they cannot void any warranty unles they can prove the item you installed caused the problem. i believe there is a act called the magnus moss act.

DerKaiZeRs · 11-27-2008, 06:13 AM

Remote starter is illegal in Australia....

sportin83 · 11-27-2008, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by DerKaiZeRs

Remote starter is illegal in Australia....

illegal? what??!!!!

12-19-2006, 09:23 PM	#1
homerj Safety Engineer Drives: 09 Fit Sport, 07 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: ? Posts: 13	warranty issues & remote start are there any warranty issues related to putting in a remote starter yourself? if i put in a remote start, is it possible that dealers will say something like: "you messed with the engine by putting in a remote starter so you voided the warranty" or something along these lines? thanks in advance.

11-23-2008, 10:43 PM	#10
sportin83 Drives: 2008 blazing blue yaris LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: central IL Posts: 131	anything made by directed electronics is the way to go. viper python clifford valet hornet __________________ http://cardomain.com/ride/3151056 mods: custom sub box, i hit 141.4 db, new speakers, double-din nav, foglights, cruise, CAI, strut brace, under car braces, short antenna, remote start, alarm, actuators in doors and hatch coming soon: window tint, custom sub grills, tach and........

11-25-2008, 03:02 AM	#11
battleversiontc View User's Garage Drives: 08 vip yaris Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 808 Posts: 501	dei's viper is the way to go i install a ton of those and work the best in my opinion i havent had any problems with it __________________ 08 junction produce belta almost done and ready for paint 06 junction produce tc 604 bhp 445tq ddriven still trying for 700+hp 90 crx sir ls vtec turbo 755 hp mecp masters certified

11-26-2008, 12:20 AM	#13
sportin83 Drives: 2008 blazing blue yaris LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: central IL Posts: 131	they cannot void any warranty unles they can prove the item you installed caused the problem. i believe there is a act called the magnus moss act. __________________ http://cardomain.com/ride/3151056 mods: custom sub box, i hit 141.4 db, new speakers, double-din nav, foglights, cruise, CAI, strut brace, under car braces, short antenna, remote start, alarm, actuators in doors and hatch coming soon: window tint, custom sub grills, tach and........

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12-19-2006, 10:55 PM	#2
Wayside Drives: 07 yaris 5spd sdn Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: new york Posts: 68	I believe they must prove that the alarm was directly responsible for the problem.

12-20-2006, 01:25 AM	#3
paultyler_82 View User's Garage Drives: 07 Meteorite Metallic Yaris LB Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: USA Posts: 441	According to most warrantees, they can only claim non-coverage on a directly influenced part, in this case, they can claim non-coverage on the wiring because you installed the remote start, I do beleive however that burden of proof falls on the consumer, to prove their install was not responsible for the failed part.

11-22-2008, 10:05 AM	#5
diamy22 BoSs LadY Drives: pearl black yaris Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CT Posts: 8	whats the best remote starter for a yaris ??????

11-23-2008, 08:01 PM	#8
IllusionX It's the illusion you see View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Sedan Aero Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Brossard, QC Posts: 3,888	http://www.crimestopper.com/remotestart_1-way.htm i don't know if they are really THAT good.. but i've read good things from the other local yaris/echo forum... one of the mechanics install them privately.

11-25-2008, 02:11 PM	#12
Mobius1 Installer Drives: 2008 Yaris HB Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 42	Agreed DEI product is the way to go for RS. If you get the rs installed by an authorized dealer it will not void your factory warranties. If you have never installed a remote start before do yourself a favor and DONT. Leave it to the professionals.

11-27-2008, 06:13 AM	#14
DerKaiZeRs -YaRiS OwNeR- Drives: YRS Sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Perth WA Posts: 58	Remote starter is illegal in Australia....

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