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Is it possible to use cellular remote start to keep the car charged and food frozen?

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by chuckers, May 11, 2022.

  1. chuckers

    chuckers New Member

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    I have a 2013 Prius v I will be living out of and want to add cellular capable remote start. What would be the cheapest option that will allow me to start the car from anywhere? Would being able to monitor the battery or gas require a completely different module?
    I'd prefer not to pay a bunch for a Jackery Power Station if I don't have to, especially since it probably wouldn't last very long if I were unable to get back to my car for a few days.
    Thanks for the help!
     
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    never heard of it, but i like the idea
     
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    To start the car, yes.
    But, I don't know about the type of remote monitoring.

    Cheap? Define cheap.
    Compustar lists the 2013 Prius V.
    That remote should be able to connect to their LTE option.
    You should get it installed by an authorized dealer. Otherwise, you may end up with $500+ of worthless junk.

    Send them an email, give them a call.
    Their remotes aren't low-end, low-profit junk.
    So, they should reply.

    If the Compustar remote does work for you, please let the forum know.

    It will definitely benefit others.


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    Good Luck!
     
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    Btw, at least one other person on the forum uses a Compustar remote.
    However, it's for a Gen4 Prime, and to allow for front defrost operation in the winter.
    The Gen4 factory remote start AC/heat option, doesn't have a front/rear defrost option.
     
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    I was hoping for $350 for parts and install, but it would probably pay for itself it by making sure my food doesn't ruin.

    I was thinking of using a tablet as my GPS driving system. I wonder if I got it hooked up to a bluetooth OBDII, could i remotely look at the gas and battery charge information and have that kick the remote start on.

    Failing all of that rather complicated stuff, maybe there is a kit that would auto start the car if the 12 volt battery gets below a certain level? That seems like it should be rather easy to do, maybe...?
    Thanks for helping me out!
     
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    Best not to start two threads on the same subject. Leaving it in Ready auto starts the engine to keep your 12v charged up. There is no better way.
     
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    put a maintainer on the 12v
     
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    If you are doing this for food safety please use a layered defense and include a thermometer inside the fridge/freezer.

    You can get mini ones that fit in even the tiniest fridges and run on coin cells and alert you if the temp has gone into spoil range. It's maybe $18 for a two-pack these days, very cheap insurance.

    I can't tell you about the Compustar system itself but would point out that many advanced alarm/remote systems require that you anchor one factory key within the vehicle while you are carrying the other plus a fob related to the new security system. That is no big deal for some people and a dealbreaker for others, ask them for details if it matters to you.

    Regarding the cost of the thing- all I can say is that you're not asking for a cheap basic alarm or starter, I would expect the cost to be... outside of bargain territory.