2017~2024 Viper Remote Start System

[sheacon87]

Does anyone have experience with a Viper Remote Start System in a 2017 Mazda CX-5? I'm interested in what features are supported as well as how it interacts with the keyless entry/start system.

Thanks,
Shea

https://www.viper.com/car/remotestart/product/4806v/viper-led-2-way-remote-start-system

 

[zweren]

I vaguely remember being concerned about voiding my warranty when I looked into this before I got my CX-5. But I don't remember if installing a third party system like this would void the warranty or not. I must have decided to wait until Mazda came out with a non-app based remote start option for the new generation.

 

[sheacon87]

The Remote Engine Start parts are listed on the Mazda accessories page for the 2017 CX-5. I don't like the limited range (300ft) on the OEM though, and you still have a second fob.

http://accessories.mazdausa.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=24601&categoryId=18552&parent_category_rn=18551&yearSelected=2017&modelSelected=vc254&modelName=2017+CX-5

 

[7eregrine]

It does not void a warranty.
I don't see the big deal about a second fob. Mine is the size of 2quarters.

300 ft range kind of sucks though, agreed.

 

[sheacon87]

Viper says it has a 1 mile range. It can also report back the internal temp of the vehicle.

 

[jventu]

After some research, I had the drone mobile installed. http://www.dronemobile.com/ In fact, I spoke to two sales guys at the dealership and they both recommended it over the Mazda app. I used the installer that the dealership uses. No warranty voided. There is a federal law that protects your car warranty as long as the installation for after market accessories was done a certified professional. I like it a lot specially dually coming from a Volvo whose apps was very very good. All features work. Nothing was disabled. All items work very well. I have 2017 GT.

One update. The car turns off when you getting in. I don't have a pro bowl with this as every remote starter I have had with a push to start car behaved the exact same way.