09 kia optima remote start

Hello all,

I just purchased a 2009 Kia Optima. I see online that OEM remote is an option on these cars, but the dealer isn't listing anything yet. Does anyone here have any information on the OEM and how it installs (like plug and play)? I don't mind using aftermarket other than wanting to keep my OEM remote. Thanks for any help.

I don't have any information on the OEM R/S but, you could use an aftermarket R/S operated by multiple remote lock pulses.

loneranger wrote:

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I don't have any information on the OEM R/S but, you could use an aftermarket R/S operated by multiple remote lock pulses.

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Now that sounds like something i'd be interested in. Do you have the brand that would do this?

Most manufacturers have a R/S and/or R/S with K/E product, that has remote activation input. The input can usually be programmed for 2 or 3 lock pulses. However, with a stand alone R/S, once the vehicle is running, most vehicles disable the input from the factory keyless entry remotes. You would have to open the vehicle with the keys. There may be away around this issue. Anyway, a R/S with K/E does not have this issue.

Would DEI be the best?

DEI makes good products. I can't say it's the best. That is more or less opinion. If you would like a suggestion for a DEI product, just ask.

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loneranger wrote:

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DEI makes good products. I can't say it's the best. That is more or less opinion. If you would like a suggestion for a DEI product, just ask.

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Ok, what DEI product should I look for to do what I want? Thanks again for all of your help.

• Is your heart set on using the factory remotes to control the vehicle, that will not give you long range control?
• Do you realize that aftermarket remotes will give you long range control of the vehicle, an exceptional feature for R/S?
• Other than your current K/E, do you have a factory OEM alarm?
• Is the vehicle stick or automatic?

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I would like to stick with the factory remotes. I'm not looking for extended range for the remote start. The car does have an OEM alarm, but no immobilizer system (which should help during the install). It is an automatic.

Wow! Easy straight forward install. This is the last question. Are you going to do it yourself? Most manufacturers, accept for a reputable handful, will not  warranty their products; unless sold, installed, and serviced by authorized dealers. If you're willing to take that risk or know someone in the business, you can find dealers who will sell you their products.

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Well I would like to do it myself. I have heard stories about shops in my area making a mess out of things. I know how to solder, so I thought that I could give it a shot.

There is one issue you must understand. When the remote start is active, the factory keyless remotes may not operate. To enter the vehicle, you would have to use the key to unlock the door. There may be a way around this issue but, it's not certain. That being said, are you still wanting to use the factory remotes?

Unless you're absolutely sure, your vehicle and ALL the keys may have a transponder transceiver(immobilizer). If so, it will require an RF bypass component and a trip to the dealer, with ALL the keys, for programming.

I would recommend this component:

• PATS-KIA-1

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I've been reading other posts reguarding factory remotes and R/S and I may use the unlock pulses to start the car. Security really isn't an issue, and if the brake wire is connected, when the brake is pressed the car will die anyway. So I think this way I'd like to go.

Yes, I am 100% sure this car doesn't have the transponder transceiver(immobilizer). None of the USA spec Optima's had this option. Plus, I had my key tested at a local hardware store.

Thanks for you help.

Then I could go ahead and recommend the Valet 561T.

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loneranger wrote:

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Then I could go ahead and recommend the Valet 561T.

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Will the 561T allow me to use the UNLOCK pulse to start the car instead of the LOCK?

Sure, but there maybe a way to trick the K/E into thinking the car is not running. This would allow you to use multiple remote lock pulses to R/S, disarm the factory alarm, and still use the remote unlock to enter the vehicle, while it's running. It depends on the K/E's integration into the vehicle. Somone with that knowledge might help you it.

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