[brunp]

I have a 2010 Terrain and it would have been ideal to use the RemoteLink iPhone App to auto-start the car, etc.

Why not make it available for 2010 Terrain's when it is available in the 2011 Terrain? They both have Onstar and are the same
vehicle? Is there an OEM retrofit that would make it available?

I find the range on the auto-start is very, very limiting. Seems like you need to be within 100m to make it work.

Paul

 

[ChevyMgr]

The OnStar module (VCIM) is different from 2010 to 2011. This is the only reason it won't work.

 

[brunp]

The OnStar module (VCIM) is different from 2010 to 2011. This is the only reason it won't work.

This is not something that I guess GM can not change under warranty?

Paul

 

[ChevyMgr]

This is not something that I guess GM can not change under warranty?

Paul

No.

 

[brunp]

This would have been very, very convenient feature.....

Paul

 

[brunp]

Any options for extending the range of the remote?

Paul

 

[JediSkipdgg]

Any options for extending the range of the remote?

Paul

300 feet isn't long enough? Are you looking at starting it from a mile away? It is RF and that has a limited range in small devices.

 

[brunp]

well, not a mile away, but it would be nice to start it from my window in my office building where I have complete visibility and is just about 300 ft away or perhaps a little over. If I press the remote right against the window then it is a hit/miss as to whether the signal is received. At least I get visible confirmation by looking at the car.

I don't always have the luxury of parking closer... :-(

Paul

 

[rbarrios]

Put it up to your CHIN.
This should get you maybe 50-100 feet more...

Not a joke. Try it- youll be pleased.

 

[brunp]

up to my chin....I am trying to start it through a window on the second floor of my office building, so I think I am high enough.

Paul

 

[rbarrios]

yeah you should be....
if that doesnt work
as you walk to the car- try it- you should get some distance out of it.

 

[brunp]

it works once I get outside and if the car is close enough (i.e, within 150 ft), but it should work over a greater distance....

Paul