Hey Guys so been really thinking about getting this key because of its features which are..


Integrates with your vehicle’s security and immobilizer systems to ensure protection
Activates the Auto Climate Control setting to 72 regardless of last A/C settings
The remote includes an LCD display that indicates vehicle and in-cabin temperature status
Comes with pre-wired set-up for your specific model
Lock/Unlock Door and Trunk Release
Carries a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty when installed at time of purchase


Now my question is, Would the AC feature work ? I know our fits don't have the ability to control temperature by degrees.

Thanks.
This is the key BTW

2015 Honda Fit - Accessory Detail - Official Site

 

I have this system, I had it installed when I bought my Fit.

The remote start remote DOES NOT replace your key. You will need to carry both the remote start remote and your regular keyfob.

It does not activate the climate controls automatically. Because the Fit doesn't have auto climate controls, the heat or AC will run exactly how you set it before you left the car, so you must set it the way you want when you leave the car.

The engine stops running when you unlock the car.

 

Soo.. When i turn on my car from away to cool down the heat, its going to turn off when i unlock the door ??
That seems..while not pointless because it was on for a bit but it really turns off when you unlock it ? What's the point of turning it on from afar then ?

Also how much did you pay for it ?

 

That is correct. After starting with remote start, once you unlock the car to get in, the engine will shut off. Its a safety/security feature. Once you are inside the car, you restart it like normal.

My dealer charged $425 for it but I talked them down to $360.

 

I wonder if this will work for manuals?

 

I don't think so. You could not leave your car in gear, and expect to start it remotely. But then again, Honda may have a way to overcome this problem. I was amazed that when backing up in the rain, with your windshield wipers on, the rear wipers turn on as well until you put the car in Drive. Pretty clever!

 

You can dang well install it on a manual. Just have to bypass the clutch switch first. The remote start will then look for a Park or Nuetral indicator of sorts, this will need battery power and probably a relay to make sure it doesnt drain the battery too much

 

I wonder if Honda already integrated this and all the necessities into the remote. If anyone finds out, please do post. I have a white Fit coming in soon and I'm planning on getting this if it works.

 

How about IF you unlock it first then turn it on ???? lol trying my best here to give myself excuses to buy it. Just find it pointless for me to turn on the car twice :/ My old car i would turn it on then unlock car and it will stay on. However the car would turn off if the key was not in the ignition and you pressed the break.
Thanks!

 

I would think it would still be worth the installation, since one of the main points of having it is to get your car to temp, before you need to sit in it (hot or cold). The car being off momentarily while you get in, won't defeat this advantage. However, not having the option myself, I may be missing some other aspect of having the remote start. I wish I had negotiated the installation in my purchasing of the car, as it can be an expensive item to add, post sale.

 

Can't find any information anywhere for "HONDA REMOTE ENGINE STARTER SYSTEM 08E92-E54-400B" and there's 8 on eBay right now for $49 per (see https://www.ebay.com/itm/291730266424?ul_noapp=true.) Dealer says my wife's 2016 Fit needs the "HONDA REMOTE ENGINE STARTER SYSTEM II 08E92-E54-100" but wants over $200 and I'm thinking one of these 400B's might work?

Even more bizarre: the sellers photos of "Use Information Manual" photo (attached) says "REMOTE ENGINE START SYSTEM II" and listing says includes:
• (1) - NEW GENUINE OEM CAR PART 14-15 HONDA REMOTE ENGINE STARTER SYSTEM 08E92-E54-400B
• (1) - ORIGINAL BOX
• (1) - HARN,RC ENG.STARTER (08E92-E54-2B00-30)
• (1) - CLIP,PLR GARN (91561-TV1-E110-M1)
• (1) - BAND HARN, OFFSET (32134-SM4-0030)

Asked for more pics of manual to compare to the "Installation Instructions" of what dealer wants to up-sell me (see http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/p...u/AII50859.pdf) but eBay guy knows nothing about it!!

HELP!!??! Anyone!!!??

 

Forgot to attach pic of Manual defining it as OWM "Remote Engine Start System II"

 

NO, it is not for your car. Says so right on the ebay link it's for 14-15. You have a 16. So NO it will not do you any good.


Next....
Any remote start set from a dealership will consist of two separate boxes of stuff.
And after you stuff it under the dash, it must be programmed before it will start the car.




The pictures in your ebay link above only show a typical "attachment" kit which is the harnesses and brackets, etc. which are specific to each different car and version of each car

2016 USA market Fit with smart key (EX+) gets kit# 08E92-T5A-100, or
regular key LX gets kit# 08E92-T5A-100A

NOT included are the remote start control unit, the fob, and antenna. Those are another kit.
Honda part# 08E91-E54-100

Part numbers are found in any of the many online Honda dealer parts catalogs. (estore.honda.com is a corporate site and you can get your install instructions in it)

You probably should verify which numbers are actually for your car.
Once you have the correct part numbers, you can search for them at your leisure.

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And no, Hondas kits are not designed for manual trans cars.

 

I have a friend at a apartment complex, large one, he's the maintenance guy, he's been there about 4 years and in that time has had 3 incidents with remote start on manual cars.

First off, almost no manual cars have a neutral switch thats why they have the clutch safety switch (Many cars before 1996 don't even have a clutch switch...)

Two of the cars cost the owners new garage doors when they hit the button and the car went through the door, the other backed over and embankment and rolled down the hill into a condo on a lower road..

You will eventually forget to leave it in neutral and it will go wrong. Most shops won't install them at all on a manual trans mission car even if it has a neutral safety switch...

Ymmv and your free to do as you willl.. its how we roll..

 

Does your car have push button start by any chance? I've read that the engine will only turn off when you open the door only if the car is equipped with push button start. It's a safety mechanism because someone can just go into the car and drive off. Hence, the the engine turns off once the door opens up. Cars that uses the physical key won't have that problem. Maybe someone can confirm?

 

Incorrect.
You are not allowed to open a door with the engine running.
The Honda accessory remote start system will shut the engine off no matter which key type you have.

HTH

 

Thanks everyone! So my wife's got the push to start 2016 Fit and I’m debating between OEM vs. aftermarket (Viper, Compustar, Fortin or DroneMobile.) Any recommendations? Also would love all your answers to and thoughts on a few more questions/concerns:

1. I've read it CAN be wired so engine does NOT cut off when door’s opened?
2. Can it tell interior temp (or does anyone best systems that do?)
3. Is it Bluetooth and/or SmartPhone compatible (or does anyone best systems that are?)
4. Can it open the trunk and/or windows?
5. Is Fob battery rechargeable and does system come w/2 Fobs (see attachment)?
6. Does it come w/any sort of warranty (I've read anywhere from 1 to 10 years)?
7. What the (average) cost to install?

 

Hondas systems:
1 No
2 Only if the car is equipped with automatic climate control
3 No (BTW I diagnosed a phone controlled system that drained the car battery in less than a week)
4 Not unless the factory remote can do those things, and you will have the factory remote in your hand anyway.
5 No (battery# CR2032) and No---but you can purchase a second fob if you wish...some dealers might include it in their deals
6 Yes, see the warranty info booklet that came with your owner manuals.
I checked a 2015 guide and found accessories can be covered with the 3/36 bumper to bumper warranty if purchased and installed on brand new car before retail delivery.
If installed after delivery they can be covered for the remainder of the warranty period--or one year whichever is longer
And it says one year if installed by anyone other than the dealership (parts only)
7 Call your dealership and ask for a quote