MMI ip - can't remote start?
10-29-2017, 02:28 PM
#21
Audiworld Junior Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Posts: 39
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Ths problem is the can-bus manufacturers have to figure the schematics for your specific model, the Q5. The viper remote starter is added on after the can-bus is programmed for the specific model. Vw/ Audi have highly encrypted immobilizer chips in their keyfob. If they cannot copy the encrypted immobilizer with their copy system, chances are you will loose a key fob.. Fortin is the one I use. RF extenders can be added to increase the range over 1000 feet
Thanks!
10-29-2017, 04:25 PM
#22
Audiworld Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2017
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Both have Evo-All low current bypass and interface module with Fortin two way RF extender. The Lexus shuts down when I open the door and the VW stays running after I open the door. It is set up to shut down when I press the brake or continues when I insert the key into the ignition and turn it on.
For an example of the schematics, go to Fortin.ca and put in 2018 Audi Q3 push-to start, under EvoAll, select Stand alone, key required. This should bring up the schematics. You can now see why they charge $$$ for installation. If it seems overwhelming, it can be. Experience is your greatest weapon against failure. Remember EvoAll is low current so diodes may be used in the installation.
Last edited by LexusDefector; 10-29-2017 at 04:29 PM.
02-21-2018, 07:29 PM
#24
Audiworld Junior Member
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 12
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
The system works flawlessly. I can start my vehicle from the app and the using the factory key fob.
Total cost of the installation including the key was probably somewhere around $600 but totally worth it on the says sub zero days.
05-24-2018, 02:29 AM
#25
Audiworld Junior Member
I have the viper smart start installed on my 2018 SQ5. I had to give up an extra key fob so the chip can be used to start the vehicle . I purchased my car used and it only came with 2 key fobs. I had an extra one made for about $250 at the dealer, key fob only no cut physical key. Since my car was used I'm not sure if Audi is still selling cars with the plastic emergency key with the chip in them, if so that will work too, I used that on my B8 S4 and my wife used it on her Q5
The system works flawlessly. I can start my vehicle from the app and the using the factory key fob.
Total cost of the installation including the key was probably somewhere around $600 but totally worth it on the says sub zero days.
The system works flawlessly. I can start my vehicle from the app and the using the factory key fob.
Total cost of the installation including the key was probably somewhere around $600 but totally worth it on the says sub zero days.
12-03-2019, 05:07 AM
#26
AudiWorld Junior Member
Join Date: May 2018
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Not certain if the Audi works the same as VW for remote starting, but with a VW when the engine is started remotely, it will shut off as soon as the door is opened. You then must restart the engine normally before you can drive off. I would imagine this is done to be in compliance with laws about unattended vehicles with the engine running.
12-06-2019, 01:33 PM
#28
AudiWorld Senior Member
If I lived up north, I would not have gotten this car. But I am down south now, so no big issue for me. I hate the cold and walking out to a cold car when it is 0 degrees is something I just won't do anymore.
It seems to be a german thing.
It seems to be a german thing.
12-06-2019, 03:31 PM
#29
AudiWorld Super User
Audi provide, on most models, an auxiliary (electric, not engine) heating system in cold climate countries, which can be remote started via the phone app or via an MMI program timer. Not available on North American cars, and it would be a $1500+ or so option if it was.
12-07-2019, 05:41 AM
#30
AudiWorld Senior Member
No, it is not a "german thing", many countries ban remote starting / idling the car etc etc.
Audi provide, on most models, an auxiliary (electric, not engine) heating system in cold climate countries, which can be remote started via the phone app or via an MMI program timer. Not available on North American cars, and it would be a $1500+ or so option if it was.
Audi provide, on most models, an auxiliary (electric, not engine) heating system in cold climate countries, which can be remote started via the phone app or via an MMI program timer. Not available on North American cars, and it would be a $1500+ or so option if it was.