2011 Camry SE Remote Starter Install

[ColePatrol]

I'm going to attempt to install a Ultrastart U1172-XR Pro remote car starter in my wifes 2011 Camry SE.

I have the wiring guide and all cables figured out. The only thing i'm worried about is frying something as i've seen in previous posts.

The question is if I unhook the battery and i'm confident about the wiring guide will that rule out me frying something? Is there another source of electricity running through these wires I need to worry about?

Sorry if already asked.

-Cole

[Glenn8963]

Originally Posted by ColePatrol

I'm going to attempt to install a Ultrastart U1172-XR Pro remote car starter in my wifes 2011 Camry SE.

I have the wiring guide and all cables figured out. The only thing i'm worried about is frying something as i've seen in previous posts.

The question is if I unhook the battery and i'm confident about the wiring guide will that rule out me frying something? Is there another source of electricity running through these wires I need to worry about?

Sorry if already asked.

-Cole

there is no other power source i can think of..however, even though you disconnect the battery...?? you still stand a chance to fry something when you go to hook it up...that might be rare...but it can still happen...make sure ALL devices are turned off, radio, heater, etc,etc...this lessens the sparks when you hook up the battery.

[ColePatrol]

So technically if the wiring guide is correct with pin location and wire color I don't even need to use a voltage tester right (I know thats lazy)? And with the battery unplugged there should be no concern of frying anything?

I got the wiring guide from: http://www.bulldogsecurity.com/bdnew...ngdiagrams.asp

[Glenn8963]

Originally Posted by ColePatrol

So technically if the wiring guide is correct with pin location and wire color I don't even need to use a voltage tester right (I know thats lazy)? And with the battery unplugged there should be no concern of frying anything?

I got the wiring guide from: http://www.bulldogsecurity.com/bdnew...ngdiagrams.asp

if the battery is disconnected, a voltage meter will not be of any help.

there shouldn't be any danger of frying anything with the battery disconnected..however, if you do attach a wire incorrectly, then you hook up the battery, then YOU WILL fry things. just follow everything properly..but it has been known that some wiring diagrams are not 100% correct in the colors of the wires. also, some wires have 2 colors on them, like a pink/black or green/white....so make darned sure you read carefully.

good luck..

that diagram calls for a "by-pass module"....do you have that..?????

[ColePatrol]

I don't have much experience with voltage meter but what I think is you need to have it grounded and then you can poke lets say brake light wire and it should register if you press the brake correct?

[Glenn8963]

Originally Posted by ColePatrol

I don't have much experience with voltage meter but what I think is you need to have it grounded and then you can poke lets say brake light wire and it should register if you press the brake correct?

yes, correct. you would put the negative (black) alligator clip from the tester to ground, like to a a nut, bolt, that is mounted to metal, then the positive (red) to the "hot wire" and if the meter moves to at least 12 volts, you have power. same can be done with a simple test light..black to ground, the probe end (usually a very sharp needle) to the wire or connector, and the light shines, indicating power. but these can ONLY BE DONE while the battery is connected...no battery power, no test results..

then there is an "ohm meter" as well which can show you if a wire is making contact all the way through or not, BUT..the battery MUST BE disconnected first, as to not blow out the ohm meter...

but just use a volt meter or test light for what you need to do.

[ColePatrol]

Thanks for the help Glenn! The install went without a hitch and didn't even unhook the battery till I connected the 12v Constant which I did at the end.

Car starts by remote now : ) Took around 4-5 hours but I was taking my time...the by-pass module wire positioning was a pain but its all about finding the right place.

The Bulldog wiring guide was pinpoint.

[Glenn8963]

Originally Posted by ColePatrol

Thanks for the help Glenn! The install went without a hitch and didn't even unhook the battery till I connected the 12v Constant which I did at the end.

Car starts by remote now : ) Took around 4-5 hours but I was taking my time...the by-pass module wire positioning was a pain but its all about finding the right place.

The Bulldog wiring guide was pinpoint.

great job...!!!

now, are all the wires neatly tucked away..??? there are "wire looms" that you can buy at Pep-Boys, that come in colors and various diameters to dress up these wires from the ordinary black factory wire looms....

unless the kit you got, came with wire looms. the wire looms keep the wires in place, and makes it all look neat and professional as well as protects the wires from road debris nad the weather..

again.....great job, and it was good to hear that the wiring diagrams were dead on...God only knows over the years, the diagrams i had to follow, but were wrong due to color changes or added accessories..!!

[ColePatrol]

I tucked the wires neatly but didn't have any wire lumes because I thought I'd use the ones already in place...too small. Will have to clean up alittle but all wires are out of the way of vital components i.e. break pedal, emergency break...

Finding a place for the remote module and bypass was a pain but I zip tied it down.

[bossman137]

so this is what you bought?
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...mpaign=froogle

I had no idea remote start could be so cheap!? This very much appeals to me especially with winter coming around.
1. Hows the quality
2. So there isn't on specific to our car, just a universal?
3. Is there a failsafe from sitting on your keys and starting your car?

becasue i know oem stuff is usually 3 times the price, but 450 vs 50 seems like a pretty big difference.

[ColePatrol]

Originally Posted by bossman137

so this is what you bought?
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...mpaign=froogle

I had no idea remote start could be so cheap!? This very much appeals to me especially with winter coming around.
1. Hows the quality
2. So there isn't on specific to our car, just a universal?
3. Is there a failsafe from sitting on your keys and starting your car?

becasue i know oem stuff is usually 3 times the price, but 450 vs 50 seems like a pretty big difference.

1) Quality is great! The coolest little remote I've seen. Feels solid in the hand.
2) The remote starter is universal but for the 2011 Camry SE I needed a by-pass module (mine was from CompuStar).
3) No sure about a failsafe but the car will shutoff after 15 minutes...plus you can shut off the car by pressing the remote starter button a second time.

[DWVANDY]

Here is a downside on remote starters...just something to consider.
The new Toyotas are virtually impossible to steal without a key to the vehicle...or a tow truck....
Remote starters make it very ordinary for a competent thief to bypass the ignition and security....
(I am an SIU (Special Investigator... Fraud Investigaor for a large insurance company).

[bossman137]

Originally Posted by DWVANDY

Here is a downside on remote starters...just something to consider.
The new Toyotas are virtually impossible to steal without a key to the vehicle...or a tow truck....
Remote starters make it very ordinary for a competent thief to bypass the ignition and security....
(I am an SIU (Special Investigator... Fraud Investigaor for a large insurance company).

Thanks to you both, can you post where you bought the bypass module? And ya i could imagine any sort of remote start being a slight to moderate breach in security. I live in a pretty safe area, i think i'm going to give er a go

[ColePatrol]

Originally Posted by bossman137

Thanks to you both, can you post where you bought the bypass module? And ya i could imagine any sort of remote start being a slight to moderate breach in security. I live in a pretty safe area, i think i'm going to give er a go

I got mine through my brother inlaw who owns a autobody shop. They sell them for $15-20...seems more expensive online.

[hassanbutt]

please take pictures when u do the install. That will be great. I have 2011 camry also and would love to get some help from u. Thanks