1997 silverado remote start upgrade

I bought a 97 chevy truck about 3 years back and I requested the sales person to install remote entry in the vehicle since my trade in was so equipped. I dont know what brand the unit is but the fcc id is J5523578R and it is working fine. I want to upgade to Remote start using one of 2 spare channels on the unit. I have read and copied the "Basic Relay Remote Start" diagram from this sight but I need to know how the start function will shut of when the engine has started as well as how to set up a brake pedal stop function. Can anyone suggest the best way to proceed. I am torn between building a system from scratch using the second or third channel and/or buying a new complete unit.

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Get a complete unit. There are timers and safety shutdowns that need to be considered. Besides the cost of an add on unit is minimal. The 561T from DEI is a reliable piece, but not warrantied to a do it yourself job. I would even consider replacing your key less with an entire stand alone system if the range on your current transmitters is not very good. There is a 561t on eBay now for $60 shipped. You can pick up a remote start that includes new remotes and will do your key less for about the same money. Just make sure that there is after sale support from whomever you buy it.

Thanks for your promt reply the issues you have mentioned have been on my mind since I became obsessed with this idea. I do not get more than about 50 ft. of range from my R/E system and this is an issue. I need about 100 yrds of range and a clear signal since my workplace is full of computers and RF signals. I have been looking a autiovox systems as a complete replacement unit, they seem reasonably priced and after all this truck has 135,000 miles on it so I dont want to spend a lot of money.

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More info
Current features:
auto unlock/lock using remote
lock when key ignition on
unlock when key ignition off
driving lights on with key (may be factory)
also a * button that makes all park lights flash continuosly
(2) four button remotes:
the picture is similar except for the remotes
thought this would help id the system



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viper 791 is the way to go. ive had one on my car for the past several years and have no complaints at all. best place to get one to do it yourself is on amazon.cm(not recommended but not hard)

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Thank you all

here's one i was looking at:
REMOTE STARTER WITH KEYLESS ENTRY

JC Whitney Price: $49.99
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    * Start your vehicle and activate its heater, defroster, air conditioner from the comfort of your home or office — up to 500 feet away
    * Auto-cold-start mode automatically starts vehicle every 2 hours anytime and runs engine for 12 or 24 minutes
    * Auto-run mode lets you safely pop into a store with your key while engine continues to run and interior stays comfortable

Security and convenience! This remote starter will ensure their vehicle is warm in the winter, cool in the summer (no sticky seats!) when you leave the house and head to work, run errands, whatever. Never worry again about keys locked inside due to dashing outside the vehicle and then back in the house during bad weather. Other great features include built-in security feature that prevents their vehicle from being driven without a key; dash-mount LED confirms operational mode. Includes 2 programmable remote transmitters to start the engine. Limited lifetime warranty.
NOTE: For vehicles with automatic transmissions and fuel-injected or diesel engines only. Vehicles with original-equipment security system require adapter kit (sold separately). See owner's manual to verify if vehicle has a factory security system and what type it is.

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heres a link to the unit i was considering
https://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/Product/tf-Browse/s-10101/Pr-p_Product.CATENTRY_ID:2001415/p-2001415/N-111+10201+600000495/c-10101

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A good rule of thumb with remote start units is that you get what you pay for. I would stay away from that piece and stick to a DEI piece. You will be much happier in the long run.

audiovox products are just as good as dei. in fact both are made by nu-tech over seas ( kinda like ford/mercury) both roll down the same assembly lines , each just gets brand specific items ( such as bitwriter for dei ( patented) ) good install instructions, very reliable units, a bit tricky to program for a novice but still warrantied whereas viper will not warranty an item not installed by an authorized agent
good luck and just be sure you double check all your wires with a meter before tying into them

I second the Audiovox products.

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SCYTEK       very reliable, reasonable price, awesome tachless.    But I also second the audiovox, just harder to install

Do any of you recognize the unit pictured by me earlier. I cannot figure what it is i was thinking it might be an audiovox product from way back but my 4 button remote has Alta Mere on it. any ideas?

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The layout in the main plug look like this:

white= parking light +12V
Red=    +12v input
Brown= Dome light -12V
Orange= Starter kill -12V
Gray=   Trunk Release -12V
Green= Third channel out -12V
Blue=   Horn Flashing -12V
Violet= Pass door unlock -12V
Yellow= Switched 12V acc

plugs 1 (2) pin labeled led
      1 (2) pin labeled switch
      1 (3) pin labeled Unlock,12V,Lock
The first 2 plugs listed are not used

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I bought a Galaxy5000 RS-2W on ebay to use for my remote start device on my 97 chevy truck if anyone has any knowlege of tricks for or problems with this Galaxy please advise.

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Omega Max-E on ebay about 110.00 great system, mine has been flawless for three years. Another thing to think about with an add-on unit is range. If u use the remots from the keyless entry the range is too short. If the unit you want is from JC Whitney it is probably a Bulldog, ok but not the greatest. Spend a few dollars more and buy a good quality system.

Ed

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Ed

The unit I purchased is a galaxy2000RS-2W I am checking into the additional parts I will need (if any) since the 97 chevy truck already had an aftermarket R/E system there are relays for the door locks already wired in But I am not sure if it is (-) or (+) pulse.

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I need to know if I will need a bypass for passlock I or II for my installation? Sorry to be so unknowlegable but I want to be sure about the required work and needed parts before I start.
currently I have the R/S 2000RS-2W and existing relays in place for the locks, but no passlock I or II bypass.

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