Did that happen before you installed the system?
Does the amber light stay lit or flash? I'll look at mine next time I'm in the car but I'm like 99% sure that it does not flash - that would drive me nuts.
'18 CX-9 and Fortin Remote Car Starter...Success!
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Did that happen before you installed the system?
Does the amber light stay lit or flash? I'll look at mine next time I'm in the car but I'm like 99% sure that it does not flash - that would drive me nuts.
The amber light flashes.
It never happened before, in fact I removed the harness (remote start) and reconnect everything back as from factory and works fine, no flashes. I’ve reconnected again back and same behavior. Is clearly something with the Evo-one or maybe I did not program it properly, however I’ve reprogram it few times already.
Call Fortin direct and they'll fix you up.
My guess it you need to update the firmware on the module itself. Takes maybe 5 minutes total once you can get to the module.
That's weird that your windows didn't reset - appears to be related to disconnecting the battery, not the starter.
Glad to hear you had a good experience!
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- 2017 Crystal Mica Blue GT CX9
Seems like many folks here have had success with this system. I can also vouch for Crutchfield, fantastic customer support if you choose to go this route.
Do you think there would be any issues or shortcomings using the THAR-MAZ1 T Harness and the EVO-ALL module? It appears to be compatible on Fortin's website. I have only seen info posted so fat about the THAR-MAZ3 / EVO-ONE. Would I be missing out on anything going with the cheaper evo-all / thar-maz1 option? It's like half the cost for from what I can gather, the same results. Thanks for looking!
Yeah - you miss out on plug and play!
The Maz3 is a complete harness and doesn't require and splicing/soldering or anything else.
Good luck!
'18 CX-9 and Fortin Remote Car Starter.... Success!
Well, I received the parts today!
I have to say the instructions are pretty bad...maybe not the worst I've seen, but pretty darn close. (rolleyes) The harness plugged in fine. The EVO ONE would not connect out of the box, it needed updating first (which was mentioned in this thread). After updating the firmware, plugging back into the car, connecting to it, reading key codes, uploading codes, obtaining unlock codes, reflashing the EVO and plugging the unit back in...I've got Nada...does nothing. (scratch)
I'm pretty sure I need to program the key fob at this point because everything else seems to do what it's supposed to. The instructions for programming the fob...maybe it's just me but...WTH!?! (chair)
That's it for today, I'll give it another go tomorrow.
Well, I received the parts today!
I have to say the instructions are pretty bad...maybe not the worst I've seen, but pretty darn close. (rolleyes) The harness plugged in fine. The EVO ONE would not connect out of the box, it needed updating first (which was mentioned in this thread). After updating the firmware, plugging back into the car, connecting to it, reading key codes, uploading codes, obtaining unlock codes, reflashing the EVO and plugging the unit back in...I've got Nada...does nothing. (scratch)
I'm pretty sure I need to program the key fob at this point because everything else seems to do what it's supposed to. The instructions for programming the fob...maybe it's just me but...WTH!?! (chair)
That's it for today, I'll give it another go tomorrow.
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Well, to close this out for me, it's now working. (rockon)
Crutchfield tech was of little help (which I guess can be expected considering the range of products they support) so I went straight to Fortin. Their technical support got me going in about 10 minutes. I think maybe I'll call Crutchfield tech support and let them know that all the variables can be controlled through the Flash Link Manager. Trying to edit functions using that silly button is...well...silly. (yupnope) Hopefully, that will help the next guy out.
Crutchfield tech was of little help (which I guess can be expected considering the range of products they support) so I went straight to Fortin. Their technical support got me going in about 10 minutes. I think maybe I'll call Crutchfield tech support and let them know that all the variables can be controlled through the Flash Link Manager. Trying to edit functions using that silly button is...well...silly. (yupnope) Hopefully, that will help the next guy out.
That's good news. How is the range?
Thanks, although I haven't tried for distance yet, it easily worked from the middle of my house. I'd say 50' horizontally and one story up from the car.
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- Mazda CX-9 Signature
How much was the kit?
The price is still about $230 when you buy both items together (from crutchfield).
Has anyone tried a smartphone app to pair with the Fortin Evo One? Was thinking along the lines of MyCar add-on.
https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_137851_Crimestopper-Tele-Connect-MYCAR.html
https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_137851_Crimestopper-Tele-Connect-MYCAR.html
I haven't, and can't say that I would. That's another $120 on top of the money already spent just for "online remote access", and it sounds like you have to pay a yearly fee as well (ad said first year free). I'm sure someone could make use of it, but that just doesn't do much for me.
