{"id":5261,"date":"2023-03-28T04:53:08","date_gmt":"2023-03-28T04:53:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/starlinkhow.com\/?p=5261"},"modified":"2023-03-28T07:25:23","modified_gmt":"2023-03-28T07:25:23","slug":"subaru-starlink-remote-start","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starlinkhow.com\/subaru-starlink-remote-start\/","title":{"rendered":"Subaru Starlink Remote Start: All You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Subaru Starlink remote start<\/strong> is one of the key features in the Japanese automaker’s latest car models (select 2019 and newer models). <\/p>\n\n\n\n It is part of the Starlink safety and security package, which compiles several services and convenience features to enhance your Subaru driving and ownership experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We will focus on the remote engine start to show you how it works, its benefits, and the feature’s availability in different Subaru models. Let’s get right into it!<\/p>\n\n\n Without Starlink<\/a>, you can ignite your engine using a remote starter<\/a> activated by the car’s key fob. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But the remote key fob system has limited features, and you must be within a certain distance because most of these units are short-range fobs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n On the bright side, this key fob system has no subscription costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A person using a key fob to start a car remotely<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n With Starlink, you get more features than just the remote engine start; you can adjust the climate settings and heat the seats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So if it’s winter, you can warm up the motor, get the temperature inside to a comfortable level, and warm the seats to get the car ready before you head out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Similarly, if it’s summer, you still have to start the engine to activate the climate control settings for air conditioning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hopping into a blazing hot vehicle parked directly under the sun is unpleasant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Controlling these remote-engine and AC settings<\/a> requires the MySubaru app, which is available for Android and iOS devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A car\u2019s AC button with the setting turned on.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Since it is a mobile-app-controlled feature, Starlink remote start requires an internet connection and can work from anywhere, provided you have an active internet connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the remote service requires a monthly or annual subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n Remote starting your car using the mobile phone app does not automatically unlock the doors because anyone can get in and drive off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So you can use the remote lock\/unlock feature or key fob<\/a> to open the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A keyless entry system for a car<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n And once you get in, you can’t just take off because the car locks the gear shifter<\/a> in park. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So you have to put your foot on the brake pedal and press the push-to-start button.<\/p>\n\n\n The remote start option is available under the Starlink security plus package, which gives you the following features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A person using a remote lock\/unlock feature to access a car using a smartphone app<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This plan comes with a 6-month free trial period, after which you’ll pay $4.95 monthly with the purchase of the Starlink safety plus package (you cannot get the security plus package alone).<\/p>\n\n\n\n The safety plan costs $9.95 monthly or $99.95 annually, but you can enjoy the services for free for a 3-year trial period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Therefore, you’ll need $9.95+$4.95 ($14.90) monthly to get the Starlink remote starter and climate control feature on the MySubaru app after the trial period elapses.<\/p>\n\n\n Although most Subaru models from 2016 have the Starlink safety and security plus features, the remote start feature is not available in all car model trim levels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s look at its availability in the popular Subaru models per the year of manufacture. Please note that all models did not have the remote start feature from 2016-2018.<\/p>\n\n\nTable of Contents<\/h2>\n
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How To Use The Remote Start Feature<\/h2>\n\n\n
What Happens After You Start the Vehicle?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Remote Engine Starter Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Remote Engine Starter Cons<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Starlink Subscription Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Subaru Starlink Remote Start Availability<\/h2>\n\n\n
Subaru Ascent<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n