# Let$uck 2016 RX350 requires subscription to remote start **URL:** \ **Category:** General Discussion\ **Created:** [February 13, 2021, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952 "2021-02-13T08:17:29Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 19\ **Page:** 4
**Author:** ![Clueless33](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/dbc845/32.png) [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/64 "2024-09-26T19:17:22Z")
> [@Robert-Gift](#): > > is there a way to get around that? Yes, there is a way around this but a costly way. What I did, which I later thought was stupid, was paid Toyota $500 -ish to install my own remote start. Lexus only charges $8 a month for their remote subscription. Not a bad deal. Oh my bad. This is an old thread. Sorry. ---
**Author:** ![Robert-Gift](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/robert-gift/32/356_2.png) [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/65 "2024-09-26T19:26:16Z")
> [@FoDaddy](#): > > _How much power does that skillet block heater draw? Doesn’t seem to be particularly “green” to run a 1500-2000 watt skillet for an hour or two to heat up the block. Why not just get an actual block heater?_ My patented Hamilton Beach engine block skillet was only $4 at Goodwill. On Simmer all night heats the 0W-20 motor oil _and_ transmission fluid! Installing a real engine block heater would require thought. I do not want to hurt myself. (Actually may be difficult to get it in the block.) ---
**Author:** ![Purebred](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/purebred/32/46796_2.png) [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/66 "2024-09-26T21:00:20Z")
Well that package is worthless. Block heater should be available at dealership, or drive across the border. Lexus should have similar or identical part available. Toyota considers block heaters mandatory on new Toyota’s purchased on the Canadian prairie provinces and at various other specific dealerships. ---
**Author:** ![Purebred](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/purebred/32/46796_2.png) [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/67 "2024-09-26T21:02:14Z")
> [@FoDaddy](#): > > Why not just get an actual block heater? Exactly, much safer. ---
**Author:** ![Nevada\_545](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/nevada_545/32/41232_2.png) [@Nevada\_545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nevada_545)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/68 "2024-09-26T21:10:57Z")
The core plugs on that engine are very difficult to access, parts and labor to install a block heater would cost about $1,000. ---
**Author:** ![George\_San\_Jose1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/e5b9ba/32.png) [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/69 "2024-09-26T21:22:04Z")
> [@jamesbrow630\_191221](#): > > am using Mobokey remote starter. It does not charge any subscription Thanks James Brown for sharing your experience, could be a good work-a-round. Just curious how you came by this thread? Forum Search tool? ---
**Author:** ![Nevada\_545](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/nevada_545/32/41232_2.png) [@Nevada\_545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nevada_545)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/70 "2024-09-26T21:34:47Z")
Forum discussions can be found when using a common search engine. ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/original/3X/9/d/9de69b62cbda974ac55ddc78ddd62125e0f6478c.png) ---
**Author:** ![Robert-Gift](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/robert-gift/32/356_2.png) [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2024, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/71 "2024-09-26T23:55:54Z")
> [@PvtPublic](#): > > _Remote start is never necessary. Convenient yes, nice definitely, necessary NO._ Yes, but good if cold at 3 a.m. to have then engine warming while getting into uniform and getting to the vehicle. Hate stressing a cold engine. ---
**Author:** ![Purebred](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/purebred/32/46796_2.png) [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2024, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/74 "2024-09-30T14:44:25Z")
Convenience, but never necessary. At minus 20 degree I could still walk to my car and start it, then go back inside for a third cup of coffee. My current car came from the factory with remote start, I have used it 2 or 3 times in the three years I have owned it. ---
**Author:** ![Robert-Gift](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/robert-gift/32/356_2.png) [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2024, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/75 "2024-09-30T15:42:57Z")
> [@jamesbrow630\_191221](#): > > _I think it becomes necessary in extreme conditions._ A Registered Tree-hugger and Greenie is **not allowed** to use Remote Start. Just get in, start engine, place in Drive and progress in Idle. No accelerator until practical. Engine warms faster under light load and one is making use of the gas. A neighbor down the street exposes himself to more discomfort. Puts on his coat and shoes and goes out into the subzero cold wind. Slides onto his freezing seat and starts engine. (Does not warm much in Park under no load) Then into cold wind back into the house and removes shoes. Then shoes back on, out into the freezing wind and slides onto the cold seat again - if his car is still there. Twastolen one time. Never learned if recovered. I just get in, start engine, soon the seat is warm from my body heat and I am gently heading to my destination saving time and fuel. ---
**Author:** ![Nevada\_545](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/nevada_545/32/41232_2.png) [@Nevada\_545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nevada_545)\ **Post date:** [September 30, 2024, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/76 "2024-09-30T18:58:15Z")
> [@Purebred](#): > > At minus 20 degree I could still walk to my car and start it, then go back inside for a third cup of coffee. If a stranger opens the door will the engine shut off? Or will the vehicle be gone? > [@Robert-Gift](#): > > A Registered Tree-hugger and Greenie is **not allowed** to use Remote Start. Someone was disappointed the remote start was not operating: > [@Robert-Gift](#): > > While getting dressed I followed the key fob instruction tag to starthengine. > Nothing. ---
**Author:** ![Purebred](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/purebred/32/46796_2.png) [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2024, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/77 "2024-10-01T12:43:09Z")
> [@Nevada\_545](#): > > If a stranger opens the door will the engine shut off? Or will the vehicle be gone? Simple, I lock the doors. Same here in Florida, traveling with my dog, leave truck running AC on, lock doors. K-Nine officers do the same thing. We are around to break the windows to rescue animals in cars that are not running with the AC on. ---
**Author:** ![MikeInNH](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/a587f6/32.png) [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2024, 1:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/78 "2024-10-01T13:28:17Z")
> [@Robert-Gift](#): > > Yes, but good if cold at 3 a.m. to have then engine warming while getting into uniform and getting to the vehicle. > Hate stressing a cold engine. You driving 70mph within seconds after starting vehicle? ---
**Author:** ![Robert-Gift](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/robert-gift/32/356_2.png) [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2024, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/79 "2024-10-01T16:37:48Z")
> [@MikeInNH](#): > > > [@Robert-Gift](#): > > > > Yes, but good if cold at 3 a.m. to have then engine warming while getting into uniform and getting to the vehicle. Hate stressing a cold engine. > > _You driving 70mph within seconds after starting vehicle?_ 0229 today, Blood Center calls to have blood and platelets rushed redightsiren to a hospital. At least the cold engine gets a little warm gently driven out of our neighborhood. But then onto a 55 mphighway and much higher speeds before the engine attains operating temperature. Concerned also what is happening in the cold **CVT** ransmission. (Was a “Perfect Run” - No sirenoise pollution the whole trip!) ---
**Author:** ![LoudThunder](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/loudthunder/32/27769_2.png) [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2024, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/80 "2024-10-01T17:08:29Z")
> [@Robert-Gift](#): > > we stayed at a Motel 6-like place. > Extra for WiFi. I am so cheap that I sethe laptop on the window sill and captured WiFi from a coffee shop two blocks away. Depending your your smart phone and service provider, it is very likely that you can use your phone to “Hotspot” or “Tether” your laptop to your smartphone and use the phone’s data plan to get to the internet… You can Google the instructions on how to do this with your phones make, model, and your service provider. ---
**Author:** ![Nevada\_545](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/nevada_545/32/41232_2.png) [@Nevada\_545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nevada_545)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2024, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/81 "2024-10-01T18:53:39Z")
[quote="Purebred, post:77, topic:174952 > [@Purebred](#): > > > [@Nevada\_545](#): > > > > If a stranger opens the door will the engine shut off? Or will the vehicle be gone? > > Simple, I lock the doors. Same here in Florida, traveling with my dog, leave truck running AC on, lock doors. K-Nine officers do the same thing. We are around to break the windows to rescue animals in cars that are not running with the AC on. Some have discovered windows can be broken on a running vehicle. Do you own the number 1 stolen vehicle in Florida? ![image](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/original/3X/f/4/f4513689949d404ffa5f937f3eba93a378a5948f.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Purebred](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/purebred/32/46796_2.png) [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2024, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/82 "2024-10-02T12:30:18Z")
Window can **legally** be broken if car/truck **not** running with a kid or pet inside. ---
**Author:** ![Robert-Gift](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/robert-gift/32/356_2.png) [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2024, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/83 "2024-10-02T13:19:07Z")
> [@Purebred](#): > > _Window can **legally** be broken if car/truck **not** running with a kid or pet inside._ CO getting into the passenger compartment would also be a concern. ---
**Author:** ![davesmopar](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/davesmopar/32/41750_2.png) [@davesmopar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davesmopar)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2024, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952/84 "2024-10-02T13:49:15Z")
> [@Purebred](#): > > K-Nine officers do the same thing. In my area, I would think most others also, K-9 units have a hidden lock out override switch so the vehicle can not be taken out of park, keeps idiots from taking joy rides… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-uck-2016-rx350-requires-subscription-to-remote-start/174952.md?page=3)