Customer Reviews

Bulldog RS102 Remote Car Starter with Keyless Entry

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The product worked as advertised. Granted, the installation was difficult but that's because of having to work in a cramped space and at awkward angles. One job I'd never want to have is an automobile electronics installer! But if you follow the directions step by step, and get the wiring chart for your vehicle from Bulldog's web site, the unit should work. Mine worked the first time and I'm happy with it. The programming is a little convoluted but without any external switches or interfaces, I guess button pushing sequences is all that's left. I was skeptical about Bulldog's method for splicing wires (no soldering or crimp connectors) but it works and you don't have to cut and splice any wires. They provide a little voltage tester that was a big help. Its a probe with an alligator clip on one end and an LED at the other end and it was very helpful in finding the correct wires. Just be patient and accept that working under a car dash is a real pain!

I bought this module for my honda car, after reading that its easy to install. But when I bought it I found out it was difficult to install. In fact I ended up paying a car mechanic to install it.

I have installed 2 of these, one in my Windstar, and the other in my F150 Pickup. The F150 was my second one, and was relatively easy, about 3 hours. The Windstar was my first, and took a lot longer, I had a defective unit, the company replaced it no hassle. It can be tricky to put these in, there is very little room to maneuver under your steering column. Their website gives wiring information for many models. If you are not mechanically inclined, don't even try. I would hesitate to put these on a newer, still under warranty vehicle, only because a screwup might create warranty issues. I'm getting 2 more for my parents for Christmas. Bulldog sells wiring harnesses for many vehicles, I bought one for the first try, did not for the 2nd, after I saw how easy it was to make the splices by their directions. Good luck.

I purchased this remote starter in November of 2005 and began the endeavor of learning how to install a starter by myself. I personally can not comment on the technical support staff, as I never found it necessary to contact them.

I started by pulling up my wiring diagram (a 2004 Chevy Cavalier) and printing it out. Later that night, starting at around 11:00pm, I began the installation process. The instillation was a snap, the only difficulties I ran in to were the wires hiding WAY up on the body control module, which was an issue with the car, not the starter. After only 2 hours, having never installed a remote starter in my life, along with a fuel system bypass module, I pressed the start button and just like that, first shot, the vehicle started.

I have since installed the starter in two separate vehicles. One vehicle belonging to a friend, and a second vehicle of mine. The install in my second vehicle (a '97 Dodge Ram Sport full-size pickup) took around an hour and a half. Again, once all wires were connected, first touch of the button and I heard the pipes singing.

Of course, this starter does not have all the bells and whistles of other models out there, but for the price, you can't expect it to have all the other features. Aside from the range (which is greatly increased by following instructions and keeping the antenna away from the frame, and also by mounting it to a third party antenna**), I would recommend it to anyone who wants a reliable remote vehicle starter.

I bought and purchased the remote starter at the bargain priced of $79.97 Canadian at our local Zellers Store in December 2002. The unit worked fine for the first two months but on February 21st of this year the unit short malfunctioned at my office and the unit constantly began cranking the starter motor. Unfortunately by the time our facility management and security personnel were able to find me and I was able to disconnect the battery the unit had fried my starter and it was to late.

I called and e-mailed the company everyday for a week and nobody would respond. After one week of trying I finally did get a response by phone and they said to send it in and they would have a look at it. They advised that this type of failure had never happened in the past. When I found out that these failures have happened and due to the length of time it took for them to respond to such a serious problem, I wasn't left with much confidence that I would get anywhere with them so I decided that the retailer would have to intervene. I am trying to reach a settlement to obtain compensation for the $700.00 I am out of pocket. They are having the unit independently tested to determine if there is a defect in the unit that caused it to fail. I will keep you posted as to how I make out and as to whether it is determined that the unit was defective.

Based on my experience I would stay clear of this product.

I have found this product to be great. However, I have had recent difficulties in the run time of my truck. It is supposed to run for fifteen minutes however, it only runs for approx. 5. I have had it for three years. The problem just recently started. Other than that I found it to be wonderful. If the Bulldog Company would help me with this problem, I would be very thankful.

Thank you

Installation is a nightmare, and tech assistance is so, so. However once the unit is installed it works great. If you buy one have someone familiar with it to install it!!!!

Had to purchase this as a replacement for unit installed several years ago. This time we only had to plug it in. Initial installation was a bear. Great product!

For the people who said they had to take there remote starter to a mechnic to have it installed, get a life. All you gotta do is splice in about 12 wires or so drill 1 or maybe 2 holes and mount the box. You people must have never even touched a screwdriver before if you cant hook this thing up. Granted the 1st time it may take 4-6hrs but after that an hour or two. And by the way remote starters WILL NOT burn your starter out if it is hooked up PROPERLY. It's no different than using the key to turn your vehicle on. If your starter is grinding than you hooked it up wrong.

My mechanic warned me about Bulldog remote starters burning out the car's starter motor. I should have taken his advice. I just finished ripping out the remote starter and installing a new starter motor in my son's truck. DON'T BUY A BULLDOG REMOTE STARTER! It's too bad Amazon.com won't let me give it zero stars.