2008-2012
Ford Escape DIY Remote Start Systems

Take the Installation Fast Lane with a DIY Remote Start Kit from MotorCityAutobahn.com

Preheat or precool the interior of your Ford Escape from the comfort of your home using your existing Ford keyless entry remote, or go the distance with a set of Fortin long-range remotes and have the ability to remote start your Ford Escape from up to 2000' away, start your vehicle when you're standing in the checkout line or when it's parked around the corner.
 

2008-2012 Ford Escape DIY Remote Start Installation Overview

• ► Required: 2 Ford keys or aftermarket OEM equivalent replacements are required for in-vehicle, system-to-vehicle programming. Over-the-counter cloned key replacements will not work. You must have 2 keys to the vehicle that have been separately programmed to the vehicle's PATS system; access to your vehicle was required to get the key(s) to work.
   
• View/Download 2008-2012 Ford Escape System-to-Vehicle 2-Key Programming Procedure.
   
• 3 Plugs to Vehicle T-Harness Installation: 2 plug-in connections on the steering column at the key cylinder assembly under the lower steering column cover and one at the vehicle's OBD2 diagnostic connector.
   
• Vehicle-Specific System: No leftover plugs or wires meant for other Ford vehicles, completely removing any guesswork and providing a cleaner, much more professional-looking installation when finished.
   
• No OBD2 Port Blocking: You won't lose normal access to your vehicle's OBD2 port. No need to unplug the remote starter system every time your vehicle's OBD2 port is used for vehicle service or additional accessories.
   
• No Computer Programming, Internet Access, or Hard-Wiring Involved.
   
• Step-by-Step Illustrated Installation Guide. YouTube Demo Installation Videos
   

Customer Preferred Remote Start Features

• Dual Compatibility: Activated using your Existing Ford Keyless Entry Remotes and/or Optional Long-Range Remotes.
   
• Automatic Heat/Defrost/AC Activation: Just leave your climate controls on where you need them when parking the vehicle, and the system will automatically turn them on shortly after the remote starter is activated.
   
• With or Without Horn Beep Confirmation: Activate your system silently with just the parking lights flashing or hear the horn beep upon activation. Included choice provided during checkout.
   
• Adjustable Remote Start Run Times: 15-Minute Remote Start Run Time (standard). Need more or less remote start run time? No problem. Shorter and longer run times are an included option during checkout.
   
• Active Keyless Entry: You won't lose your ability to use your Ford keyless entry remotes to unlock the vehicle's doors while it's running via the remote starter.
   
• Remote Start Canceling: You can shut down the remote starter sooner the same way you activated it.
   
• Active Key Takeover: The remote starter stays running when the driver's door is opened, so you won't have to manually restart the vehicle with your key every time after you remote-start it.
   
• Long-Range Remotes Upgradeable: Add long-range remote transmitters any time during or after installation. Plug-in installation, no hard-wiring required.

Safe & Secured Remote Start Operation

• Brake Pedal Monitoring for Security: If the brake pedal is stepped on before the ignition is turned on, the remote starter will shut down.
   
• OEM Hood-Pin Monitoring for Safety: The system will not activate when the vehicle's hood is open.
   
• SAE-Certified Components. OEM-grade, that meet all OEM industry safety standards.

Fortin™ Long-Range Remotes Upgradeable

• Looking for more range than what your factory remotes provide? Control START/STOP to work from up to 2000' away with Fortin's RFK-411 long-range remote upgrade kit.
   
• Easily upgrade this system any time during or after installation. Upgrade is offered during checkout. 
   
• Upgrade kit includes 2 x Fortin RFK411 1-Button remote transmitters (as pictured), an extended-range plug-in antenna, and cable.
   
• All plug-in upgrades, no hardwiring required.

7-Days a Week Sales & Support

• In the middle of the install and have a question? No problem. We have Ford remote start specialists on call 7 days a week (Eastern Time). Through our national 800 number, by email, through our online LIVE TECH CHAT, and through our YouTube channel. Reply times average from immediate to 30 minutes. There is also an after-hours callback request messaging service provided.
   

2-Year "Red-Carpet" Warranty

• Best Warranty in the Industry: Though it's highly unlikely you would ever need warranty service for a Fortin system, in the rare event, once one of our techs determines the problem, we will email you a prepaid return shipping label for the part we are replacing at no expense to you; all replacement costs are covered under your warranty for a period of 2 years from the date of delivery.
   
• Once you mail your return and our auto-tracking confirms the shipment, we will send you out your replacement while your return is still in transit. No waiting several weeks for a warranty exchange.
   

QC Performance Guarantee

• If within 45 days from the date of delivery you're not totally satisfied with the quality received on delivery or performance after installation, just put everything back into the *original box, send us an email, or give us a call, and one of our technicians will email you a prepaid return shipping label at no cost to you. You will receive a full refund with no restocking fees.
   

  *MotorCityAutobahn.com ships all our remote starter systems in quality resealable boxes; please save the original box to retain your 45 day free return entitlement.

Fortin™ EVO-START™ LTE Smartphone Control Compatible

• Have the luxury of unlimited range to remotely start, lock, and unlock your vehicle's doors using your smartphone with Fortin's EVO-START LTE smartphone interface/app. Upgrade any time after installation (direct sales and monthly/yearly service fees required). Additional connections may be required. Learn more here.