Questions about getting an remote car starter for a 2002 Mercury Cougar

[akshatp]

I want to install an remote starter in my wife's 2002 Mercury Cougar. It has a keyless entry system which unlocks the doors, pops the trunk, sets the alarm.

Is it possible to install a remote starter and still keep the factory stuff intact? Would I have to replace the factory remote?

Anyone have any ideas on which brand/model/features to buy? I looked on JC Whitney.com and there are so many different ones, all around $70-100 it seems. Im lost.

Also, any thoughts on self installing? I have installed car stereos, amplifiers, speakers, etc in the past so I would say I am pretty handy, but if it is too complicated I would rather just let a professional do it.

Thanks in advance for replies!

 

[akshatp]

Wow no one?

 

[Hellotalkie]

it is extremely difficult, bring it to your local car audio place

 

[akshatp]

Originally posted by: cr2250
it is extremely difficult, bring it to your local car audio place

Is this your personal opinion, or are you speaking from experience? Can you elaborate a bit... i.e. what is so difficult about it, etc.

Would you say its about as difficult, as, say, linking your heatware acct in your profile?

 

[nwfsnake]

You have an anti-theft key transponder system on that car, so you need a security bypass module and an extra key in order to make it work.

 

[akshatp]

Originally posted by: nwfsnake
You have an anti-theft key transponder system on that car, so you need a security bypass module and an extra key in order to make it work.

Ok thanks for the info... Looks like Ill take it in somewhere to get 'er done