UGH... another remote start thread

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jonnymopar

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2007 3i & 2014 CX-5

• Jan 7, 2019

• #1

Sorry to start yet another thread about remote start installation. I'm looking at the Fortin kit for my 2014, which has a manual transmission. As always, I'd MUCH prefer OEM, but research hasn't turned up anything for manuals.

Just to check once more before I pull the trigger on the EVO-ONE kit, does anybody know of a Mazda remote start system that will work with a manual-equipped car, or has anybody tricked/reworked the automatic-only kit to work with a manual?

 

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Mikali

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2018 Mazda CX-5 GT

• Jan 9, 2019

• #2

Viper makes kits that will work with a manual transmission. Mine is model 4806V. I have one in my 2014 Mazda 6 with MT and it was professionally installed

 

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gova

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'14.5 CX-5 Touring AWD, Soul Red | '14 CX-5 Touring AWD White

• Jan 11, 2019

• #3

I have this but for AT. Talk to Fortin folks, they will let you know for sure.

By looking at the diagrams, it looks like it will work: http://fortin.ca/en/vehicles/mazda/cx-5/2014-push-to-start_manual/

Make sure you get the RIGHT wiring diagram.

 

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gova

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'14.5 CX-5 Touring AWD, Soul Red | '14 CX-5 Touring AWD White

• Jan 11, 2019

• #4

By looking at the MT install PDF: http://cdn02.fortin.ca/download/68261/evo-one_ig_thr_bi_maz3-3-6-cx5_pts_2014-2017_1key_a_68261.pdf

It looks like it differs only by 1 extra connection - clutch bypass A5.
I believe, you can skip the parking lights as those are optional.

 

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jonnymopar

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2007 3i & 2014 CX-5

• Jan 15, 2019

• #5

Thanks, but my question was whether I could use an OEM remote start system instead of the Fortin unit. I'm sure that the Fortin EVO-ONE works with the manual, but I like to go OEM whenever possible.

Anyway, it's a non-issue now. The EVO-ONE is sitting on top of my workbench and will likely be installed within the next 48 hours. I sprung for the optional T-harness, so we'll see what the install is like.