2007-2011 Dodge Dakota Plug & Play Remote Start Kit

I replaced my 2008 Dodge Dakota Laramie which had a factory remote start, with a 2009 Dodge Dakota Big Horn, without one. I knew I was going to have one installed, but was nervous about the idea of having some random tech performing invasive surgery on my truck.

When I saw the ad for this remote start and read the reviews, I was excited to find they had a model for my (somewhat rare) model/year, so I ordered one right away.

When it arrived, there unfortunately wasn’t an installation video for my truck, but the instructions were helpful. I was able to locate the ignition module wires by simply removing the rubber boot at the base of the gear selector lever on the steering column. Once I had access, the installation went super smoothly. I fished the wiring harness up, under the dash, to the ignition switch. Unplugged the factory wiring harness. Plugged in the new wiring harness to the switch and then plugged the factory wiring harness I unplugged into the new harness. I then connected the remote start module and it powered up. I tested it right away and was able to get it to start without following the directions for programming it. I think it failed the first time because I didn’t follow the programming instructions, but after manually starting it with the key and then trying again, it worked flawlessly every time. It was so simple.

Next, I installed the app module. The instructions were very clear and it was easy to get that working as well, within a very short time.

I then was able to neatly place the small remote start module behind the kick panel. Last thing I did was zip-tie the app module so that it remains securely facing up for optimal cellular connection. I have not yet connected the remote start to my parking/running lights, because I’m traveling, but it looks very easy.

What is even more amazing is that this has more features and works so much better than the factory remote start, which had a very limited range and required expensive keys and expensive programming. It also only ran for 15 minutes and could only be started two times.

With this remote start, I was able to request a 30 minute run time and it has “unlimited” starts. You wouldn’t want to start your vehicle too many times this way, but I can remember many times where having third start would have been very helpful. Like, if I changed my mind and left an hour later. Etc.

Additionally, the app shows me the current status of my vehicle. Door locked/unlocked. Started or not started. The location of my vehicle as well as the temperature outside. It allows me to start/stop and lock/unlock the truck from anywhere.

It also has an Apple Watch app, which I was able to install on my cellular Apple Watch Ultra and program to launch with the action button. So with a quick press of that button, I can pull up the app and have all the functionality of the iPhone app on my wrist.

Super impressed. Installation was very easy, functionality is more than I ever wanted, and everything has worked flawlessly. Highly recommend!