2023 Sierra Remote Start

[Jimbeau]

Hello, 

I purchased a 2023 Sierra that doesn’t have remote start. I’d like to have this feature added so that I can use the GM app to start via my phone. 
Does anyone know if this is something the dealer can install? 
 

Thanks..

[redwngr]

Don't know if there is a way for you to do it, but the order guide says the (BTV) remote start is included and only available with WPB Graphite Edition on 2023 1500 Pro.

 

All other trims it shows as standard. 

 

 

 

[Jimbeau]

Thanks! I do have the Sierra Pro. Not a graphite edition. Hopefully the dealer can help but research seems to indicate it might not be possible. It sure would be nice to have the capability to start my truck from a remote location!

[Naughty Donkey Performance]

I added it to a 2013 a few years ago the actual GM one, I had to get the Programming done at the dealer but other than that it was just 2 new fobs,

The dealer may know less than anyone, mine initially said it was not possible but it was I just had to research it and figure it out.

I bet a BCM tweak and a fob and you would  be there.

[silveradosid]

looks like it is possible https://www.shopchevyparts.com/electronics/2023-silverado-1500-remote-start-upgrade-without-powered-tailgate-button-remotes/86810371-p-92322959.html

[Jimbeau]

Well, I do have a powered tailgate lock (something I prefer not to have) so I guess that one probably won’t work.  Also, it doesn’t say if it has the capability to remote start from my phone, which is the option I really need. 
Unfortunate it has to be so difficult to figure out what the dealership can install. I tried calling. No help. The service department had no idea! They finally passed me to the parts department who kept me on hold for 30 min. Never got to talk with anyone. I’ll have to keep trying dealerships until I find one that knows what they are supposed to know:) 

[newdude]

On 7/23/2023 at 9:46 AM, Jimbeau said:

Hello, 

I purchased a 2023 Sierra that doesn’t have remote start. I’d like to have this feature added so that I can use the GM app to start via my phone. 
Does anyone know if this is something the dealer can install? 
 

Thanks..

 

 

You are going to have to wait for a GMC kit to come out.  Right now there's only one listed for the Chevrolet trucks.  I checked the engineering notes too hoping to find a # to use on GMC but there is nothing yet.  

 

App remote start won't work without installing the accessory remote start kit.  Truck needs the programming, then it takes about 2 weeks for the onstar data to refresh and then the app will allow remote starting.

Edited July 26, 2023 by newdude

[Silverado4x4]

5 minutes ago, newdude said:

 

 

You are going to have to wait for a GMC kit to come out.  Right now there's only one listed for the Chevrolet trucks.  I checked the engineering notes too hoping to find a # to use on GMC but there is nothing yet.  

 

App remote start won't work without installing the accessory remote start kit.  Truck needs the programming, then it takes about 2 weeks for the onstar data to refresh and then the app will allow remote starting.

I had factory remote start installed on one of our vehicles we had years ago and I called onstar to have it added and they did it right then, it took about 2hrs to see it on the app.

[Jimbeau]

1 hour ago, newdude said:

 

 

You are going to have to wait for a GMC kit to come out.  Right now there's only one listed for the Chevrolet trucks.  I checked the engineering notes too hoping to find a # to use on GMC but there is nothing yet.  

 

App remote start won't work without installing the accessory remote start kit.  Truck needs the programming, then it takes about 2 weeks for the onstar data to refresh and then the app will allow remote starting.

Thank you! Excellent information. I contacted a GMC dealer today who was helpful. Of course he wanted to know where I bought the truck. Then he blamed it on my salesman for not programming the GM app for me. I don’t think I even have have anything to program to the app with this truck. It doesn’t have onstar or anything on the window sticker resembling an app feature. 
Ultimately, the dealership informed me that’s there’s nothing available at this time. Exactly as you’re describing.
I suppose there’s an aftermarket possibility but it’s probably best to wait for GM. This isn’t a new model design so I don’t know what takes so long, or if they will even make one for that matter. 
 

[Bovatron]

I also have a Pro, have you seen any updates from the dealership? I have talked to a few after market installers, the new software is out now.

[Jimbeau]

Oh good!!! If you stumble across a part number please let me know. The last conversation with my dealer it was not available. That was a couple months ago.

[GETGONE]

If you don't have OnStar, you'll never be able to use the GM app to do remote start. It is required for that part to work. There are aftermarket remote starts that use apps for starting, but a dealer will most likely deny any warranty on anything wiring related if an aftermarket remote start is installed. GM is SUPER picky about that stuff anymore.

[Jimbeau]

It’s a shame then that they can’t add OnStar to their own vehicles! 

[redwngr]

It can be ordered for factory install.

Somebody spec'd that truck to get low price.

 

 

[Jimbeau]

Not available according to my dealer, but that was 2 months ago. It was definitely ordered that way to keep the price down! I appreciate that, but would at least like the option to add the accessories that I want.