2020-2024
Ford Explorer DIY Remote Start System

For Push-Button Start Ignitions

“Take the on-ramp to MotorCityAutobahn.com for the fastest route to DIY remote start installation. Eliminate all the stops for any vehicle-specific computer programming, manual downloads, or sorting through plugs and harnesses intended for other Ford vehicles. No detours, just a direct route from delivery to your Ford Explorer following the step-by-step installation guide we have mapped out for you."

 

2020-2024 Ford Explorer Remote Start Features

Get a head start every winter morning warming up your Explorer's interior and defrosting the windshield from the comfort of your home using your existing Ford keyless entry remote, or go the distance with a set of long-range transmitters and have the ability to remote start it from up to 1,300 feet away.

• Dual-Activation Capability
  This system is activated using your existing Ford keyless entry remotes by pressing lock 3 times and optional Viper® long-range remotes (offered during checkout).
• Automatic Heat/Defrost/AC Activation
  Just leave your climate controls on the last setting where you need them when parking your truck, and the system will automatically turn them on shortly after you activate the remote starter system.
• 15-Minute Remote Start Run Time
  The remote starter system will automatically turn off after 15 minutes.
• Active Key Takeover
  The vehicle will stay running when the driver's door is opened, so you won't have to manually restart your truck with the key every time after you remote-start it.
• Active Keyless Entry
  You won't lose your ability to remotely unlock the vehicle's doors while it's running by the remote starter, so you won't have to use the key to get into the vehicle.
• Remote Start Cancel
  You can shut down the remote starter sooner the same way you activated it.
• Long-Range Remotes Upgradeable
  Want 4X more range than what your Ford factory remotes provide? No problem. Plug-in upgrade this system with any set of Viper D-Series long-range remote kits any time during or after installation (not included, sold separately).

• Without Horn Beep Confirmation Option
  This feature is only available with the purchase of any of the long-range remote upgrades offered during checkout.

• Genuine Directed® Quality
  Powered by the global industry leader in automotive aftermarket electronics. CAD programmed and QC-tested in-house per-unit with current Ford vehicle-specific architecture to ensure Ford OEM data-to-data integration.
   

2020-2024 Ford Explorer DIY Remote Start Installation Overview

• Vehicle-Specific Compatibility
  2020-2024 Ford Explorers with Push-Button Start Ignition (a.k.a. Smart Keys).
   
• Plug-In T-Harness Installation
  One Plug to Vehicle T-Harness Installation. The system simply plugs in behind the vehicle's fuse box up under the driver's side dash to the upper left of the vehicle's brake lights switch that's mounted above the brake pedal.
   
• No OBD2 Port Blocking
  You won't lose normal access to your vehicle's OBD2 port. No unplugging the remote start system every time the vehicle's OBD2 port is needed for vehicle service or additional accessories.
   
• No Computer Programming Required
  No vehicle-specific computer programming or manual downloads required. Just go straight from delivery to your vehicle for installation.
   
• No Key or System-to-Vehicle Programming Procedures
  No sequence of buttons to press or time-sensitive key programming procedures involved. Just plug the system in and turn the ignition on and off to activate the system.
   
• No Battery Disconnect Required
  You don't have to disconnect and reconnect the vehicle's battery for installation, so there's no inconvenience of having to reset your vehicle's menu or audio settings. 
   
• Step-by-Step Installation Manual
  Included hard copy of our step-by-step installation guide. We also have demo installation videos available on our YouTube channel.

Safe & Secure Remote Start Operation

• Brake Pedal Monitoring
  If the brake pedal is stepped on before the ignition is turned on with the key, the remote starter will immediately shut down.
   
• Ford OEM Hood-Pin Monitoring
  The system will not activate when the vehicle's hood is open and will immediately shut down if the hood is opened when the vehicle is running by the remote starter.
   
• SAE/OEM Equivalent Components
  OEM-grade components that meet or exceed all OEM performance and safety standards equivalent to Ford part numbers ML3Z-19A361-A and HC3Z-19G366-A.
   

Viper™ Long-Range Remotes Upgradeable

• Need more range than what your factory remotes provide?
  No problem. Boost this system to work from up to 1300' away by adding one of the long-range remote upgrade kits. Have the remote power to start your vehicle when you're standing in the checkout line and when it's parked down the block.
   
• Simple Installation
  Easy plug-in installation. Upgrade this system any time now or later after installation. Upgrades are offered during checkout.
   
• Remote Keyless Entry
  Upgrade this system with any of Viper's long-range remote kits, and as an additional benefit, you'll instantly enable the ability to also lock and unlock your vehicle's OEM power door locks from the same distance that you can remote start it.
   
• National Convenience
  Turn this system into a long-range one-way or two-way confirming remote start system with up to 1 mile of range with any of Viper's D-Series remote upgrade kits. With a dozen remote styles to choose from, find them on the shelf of national chains like Best Buy and professional auto accessories shops all around the country. And no matter if you order your upgrades from us or a national chain later, our technicians are here to help if you need any assistance getting them working with your system purchase.
   
• Without Horn Beep Confirmation
  Only available with the purchase of any of the long-range remote upgrades offered during checkout, the system will silently remote start, lock, and unlock the vehicle.
   
• Quality Assurance
  Meets or exceeds Ford equivalent part numbers JS7Z-15K601-C, JS7Z-15601-B, and JS7Z-15K603-A.
   

Limited Lifetime Warranty

• The automotive aftermarket's best warranty
  Providing the highest quality components in the industry means you can provide the best warranty coverage; though it's highly unlikely you would ever need warranty service for a Directed® or Fortin™ system, in the rare event once one of our techs determines a component failure, 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 the lifetime of the vehicle in which the system was originally installed. (limitations and exclusions apply; non-transferable)
   
• 1-year limited warranty on remote transmitters.
   

7-Days a Week Sales & Support

• In the middle of the install and have a question?
  Have a question before, during, or after installation? No problem. We have Ford remote start specialists on call 7 days a week (ET). 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. We also have an after-hours callback request messaging service for next-day callbacks from one of our technicians.
   

45-Day QC Performance Guarantee

• 100% Money-Back QC 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 system's *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 100% full refund with no shipping deductions or restocking fees.
   
• * We ship all our remote starter systems in resealable boxes; please save the original box to retain your 45-day free return entitlement.

2020-2024 Ford Explorer Remote Starter Kits
for Push-Button Start Ignitions

"Built by Installers for the DIY Installer"