[emig]

I am interested in installing remote controlled start functionality in my [yet to receive, but hopefully on the boat] '05 A6. My understanding is that this is not (and never will be?) a factory option, but after-market installers indicate that they have to bury the valet key in the dash. The reason I was given relates to the remote/key. Not sure if it makes a difference, but I have also ordered the keyless ignition option.

Does anyone have any advice, insight or experience they can share?

Thanks.

 

[bhb399mm]

the reason they would need to 'burry' the valet key in the dash is because the car will not start without a signal from the imobilizer. when installing a remote start the car's immobilizer is pretty much disabled.

 

[emig]

Thanks for the input.

With the new keyless entry systems, would I just be giving the car over to a poential thief?

 

[bhb399mm]

Originally posted by emig@Mar 15 2005, 05:38 AM
With the new keyless entry systems, would I just be giving the car over to a poential thief?

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not exactly sure how the new system works asfar as a technical standpoint... i'm not even sure if you could do a remote start with the keyless entry system.