Start-X Car Remote Starter Kit for Toyota RAV4 (2019, 2020, 2021)

Great product Easy install. Best answer for remote start if you don’t want to pay Toyota for the remote start subscription

First, I have hardly any experience working on cars and I was able to install this thing. It’s basically plug and play but there is a little more to it. It’s important to both read the instructions and watch the video. The kit comes with a QR code that will direct the installer to online written instructions on how to program the module after the initial wiring is complete. Those written instructions have another QR code that directs the installer to a video on how to plug in the wiring. The first thing the installer needs to do is plug in the wiring—that’s why the video is important. The video shows the wiring process step by step. Then the installer needs to look at the written instructions. They show how to program the remote start module and get the thing working. The instructions fail to show the installer how to fasten the module with the provided zip ties and also how to put the paneling back in place. That wasn’t hard to figure out on my own but the manufacturer writing the instructions needs to remember most readers have average to below-average intelligence. It would have been better if the manufacturer of this product had provided both step-by-step written installation instructions which cover every step on the process including opening the paneling, wiring, programming and putting everything back in place—-AND a step-by-step video which also covers every step of installation and cleanup. Instead, the manufacturer leaves it up to the reader to figure out what to do with two different sets of instructions that also fail to include how to piece everything back together. I was able to install this thing by myself in 30 minutes. It really isn’t hard. That’s why I gave this 5 stars even though the instructions needed some work. I can now remote start my car on cold days from the warmth of my house and I love that convenience. To me, it was worth not paying someone to install it for me and I’m happy about the overall value in that aspect.

Easy to install and worked perfectly. The instructional video was easy to follow. It took maybe 30 minutes, start to finish. I recommend watching the video all the way through before you start. I disassembled more of the panels than needed based on installations I've done in other vehicles. I'm happy with this product and my wife is ecstatic!

Easy-ish to install, it's not complicated but if you have big hands like me then getting to the plugs and getting the T harnesses plugged in is going to cost you some cut up hands, but it's pretty straightforward. The programming was easy enough that I got it right the first time. If I had to complain about anything it would be that the timing of the 3 lock button presses needs to be just right, but that's not a big deal. There's a video on YouTube showing how to take the steering column paneling off and how to do the T harnesses and the programming instructions will also tell you how/when to plug the other end of the harness into the module itself. All you need is a Phillips screwdriver and maybe a 10mm socket to further remove the paneling but mostly just a screwdriver and the supplied panel pry tool. The kit also talks about some "extra options" and includes a hood button, I'm not even sure what models would need that but I didn't on my 2021.

Overall it works as intended. The install was pretty easy. The programming took a couple of tries; read all the steps twice before you plug it in to the new control box or you will likely miss a step and need to reset it. The only weird thing is that if you drive at night the lights stay on, you have to flip from auto to off then back to auto to turn them off. The normal lock twice to turn off the lights doesn’t seem to work for me with it installed. I may need to try to reset it or research more.

My 20 year old brother did it in under 30 minutes. I did make the mistake of ordering the wrong one! I had to return and order the correct one. So read carefully! It takes about 5 seconds after you press the lock button 3 times to turn on but that would be the only downside of it. I turn it on from the my third floor apartment without problem. Worth it! I have a 2019 RAV4 Premium AWD.

Pay attention to what you are ordering. These kits are very vehicle specific. That being said, the correct kit is relatively easy to install, providing you have smaller hands and patience. Watch the YouTube video's a couple of times, unbox the unit and harness and it will make sense. Instructions are very straight forward. Everything worked first time around. Being careful and deliberate, took about 40 minutes.

The product works as advertised, but I still believe the instructions it came with could’ve been better detailed the installation video was small and hard to understand because the angle that the video was taken, you could barely see what’s going on? Also, the installation video failed to inform that you have to program the start X box I quickly found out the hard way after I installed everything and it was getting dark and my car wouldn’t start. That’s when I realized you have to program the box the instruction booklet could’ve been better detailed there was a lot of information missing. . I got the job done because whatever little information I could pull from that booklet the rest. I use my own common sense with knowledge of the way wiring works . with the way, the current video and instructions are I would not recommend to a beginner. You will be frustrated at your car will be taken apart and it won’t start. I wasn’t scared to do this project because I numbered all the wires that I would be using. I numbered them and I numbered the spots so in case I messed up, I could put everything back the way it was so I was not worried at all.

Installed in about an hour . Works good so far

The remote starter works perfectly as described. It took about 30-45 mins to install. I did it by myself following the instructions given in the product manual and also had to watch some you tube videos for a better clarity to remove some panels. No wire cutting, just plug and play. To start the engine remotely, you need to press the lock button three times. However, when you approach the car and open the door, the engine shuts off. I’ve heard this is a safety feature designed to prevent theft. However, I'm yet to figure out how to turn off the engine remotely. Thank you for making this great product. My dealer said, they have no OEM option for a remote starter for this make, model and year. - Rav4 XLE 2021 - Push Start

I've had my eye on this since last winter and finally decided to get it for my Rav4. Super straightforward and got it installed in about 40 mins. The instructions it comes with are not the most user friendly but there were lots of youtube videos I found of others installing this that were easy to follow along to. As others mentioned - the hardest part is getting your hands in to unplug the current cables and plug in the Start-X cables (awkward positioning unless you pull apart more paneling) But its up and running and works like a charm, can't wait to put it to the test when the cold weather hits!

Works great. Wasn’t that hard to install, except pretty cramped quarters, only lost a small amount of skin. Scratches only. If you’re a bit mechanically inclined, you can install yourself. YouTube video really helped.

I took a chance and purchased this product I was quoted $600 for a dealer to install a remote start on my wife's Rav4 and I was very happy with it took me about 20 minutes to install and programming was easy