Factory-Installed OEM Remote Starter
The vehicle must have been delivered with the OEM Remote Starter system and supporting factory equipment.
MG Flasher OEM Function RestorationOEM Remote
OEM Remote
Starter Restored
Restore the factory remote-start function on supported Generation 2 vehicles after ECU unlock. The vehicle must have been equipped with OEM Remote Starter from the factory—MG Flasher does not add aftermarket starter hardware or convert a vehicle that never supported the OEM function. Compatible Custom Code v0.5 or newer re-enables the original factory feature.
New to MG Flasher? How It Works →GEN 2Supported Vehicles
OEMFactory Equipment Required
CC v0.5+Custom Code Support
Uses the original OEM remote-start controls.
This feature has no dedicated 1K–7K Custom Code Menu position and does not add an aftermarket remote starter.
Feature Status
OEM Remote Starter
Compatible Setup
01 — The vehicle starts with compatible OEM remote-start hardware already installed.
02 — The ECU is unlocked, but the factory remote-start path is not yet available.
03 — MG Flasher Custom Code restores the supported OEM remote-start function.
What the Feature DoesKeep the Factory
Keep the Factory
Remote Start Experience.
Some supported Generation 2 ECUs lose access to their factory Remote Starter after the ECU is unlocked. Compatible MG Flasher software can re-enable the original OEM function for supported factory-equipped vehicles.
This is not an aftermarket remote-start installation. The car must already contain the required factory hardware, coding and OEM Remote Starter capability. MG Flasher calls the compatible software layer installed inside the DME Custom Code.
Simple Definition
Factory feature restored after ECU unlock
OEMRemote Starter installed
→UnlockECU becomes flashable
→MG FlasherOEM function restored
Restoration ProcessFrom ECU Unlock
From ECU Unlock
to OEM Function Restored.
The feature restores an existing factory capability through compatible MG Flasher software.
The DME Is Unlocked
A supported ECU unlock enables OBD flashing, but on affected Gen 2 vehicles it can disable factory remote start.
Factory Remote Start Is Re-enabled
Compatible Custom Code v0.5 or newer restores access to the OEM function on supported configurations.
Important DistinctionOEM Restoration.
OEM Restoration.
Not an Added Remote Starter.
MG Flasher does not create factory hardware that is missing from the vehicle.
Factory-Equipped Vehicle
- Generation 2 vehicle
- OEM Remote Starter installed from factory
- Compatible ECU software and Custom Code
- Feature affected by ECU unlock
Vehicle Without OEM Hardware
- No aftermarket starter hardware installation
- No conversion of an unsupported vehicle
- No guarantee for every Gen 2 model or market
- No replacement for checking exact ECU compatibility
Compatibility Requirements
Four Conditions Must Match.
Remote Starter support depends on the complete vehicle and software configuration.
Generation 2
The documented feature applies only to supported Gen 2 vehicles.
OEM Remote Starter
The car must have been equipped with factory remote-start functionality.
Custom Code v0.5+
A compatible Custom Code release must be available for the exact ECU software.
Check Exact Support
Confirm the vehicle, ECU software and available Custom Code before purchasing or flashing.
Do not assume support from the model name alone.
Vehicle year, market, ECU software, factory equipment and unlock status can all affect availability.
Control method: after restoration, the driver continues using the vehicle’s original OEM remote-start controls. Remote Starter is not a CCM submenu or Live Control card.
Before You FlashVerify the Vehicle
Verify the Vehicle
Inside MG Flasher.
Use the MG Flasher app to connect to the vehicle and check the exact ECU and software configuration. When the result is unclear, contact MG Flasher Support or an authorized dealer before purchasing.
Download MG FlasherInstall the current app on a supported device.
Connect the VehicleUse a compatible ENET WiFi adapter or cable and read the vehicle data.
Check ECU SupportReview the identified ECU, security and Custom Code availability.
Confirm Remote StarterVerify factory equipment and feature support for the exact configuration.
Why It MattersUnlock the ECU.
Unlock the ECU.
Keep the OEM Convenience.
The feature is designed to preserve factory usability while enabling the supported MG Flasher tuning workflow.
OEM Behaviour
Continue using the factory remote-start system already installed in the vehicle.
Software Restoration
Restore the function through compatible MG Flasher software rather than adding external starter hardware.
Gen 2 Support
Addresses the documented remote-start loss that can occur after unlocking affected Generation 2 ECUs.
Important Notes
Factory Conditions Still Apply.
MG Flasher restores access to the OEM system; it does not redefine the manufacturer’s operating conditions.
The vehicle still needs all original remote-start hardware and supporting OEM equipment.
Normal manufacturer conditions and safety checks for remote start continue to apply.
Custom Code availability depends on the ECU software installed in the vehicle.
OEM Remote Starter equipment and operation can vary by model, market and production configuration.
The original vehicle control method remains in use. This feature has no dedicated CCM position or Live Control toggle.
Check local unattended-idling, emissions and noise rules. Never remotely start the vehicle in an enclosed or poorly ventilated area.
Legal & Responsible Use
Review Terms & ConditionsFollow OEM Safety Conditions and Local Idling Rules.
Remote-start operation may be restricted by local unattended-vehicle, idling, emissions, noise or anti-theft regulations. Confirm the rules that apply where the vehicle is used.
Never remotely start a vehicle in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space. Keep the vehicle secured, follow all manufacturer operating conditions and remain responsible for safe use.
FAQ
Remote Starter FAQ.
Common questions about compatibility, ECU unlock and OEM remote-start functionality.
What does MG Flasher Remote Starter do?
It re-enables factory Remote Starter functionality on supported Generation 2 vehicles after ECU unlock.
Does this install remote start on a vehicle that never had it?
No. The feature only applies to vehicles equipped with OEM Remote Starter from the factory.
Is Remote Starter controlled through Live Control or the Custom Code Menu?
No. Remote Starter has no dedicated CCM 1K–7K position and is not presented as a Live Control card. After compatible restoration, the original OEM remote-start controls remain in use.
Can I use Remote Starter in a garage?
No. Never remotely start the vehicle in an enclosed or poorly ventilated area. Follow the manufacturer’s safety conditions and all applicable local rules.
Which vehicles are supported?
The documentation limits the feature to supported Gen 2 vehicles with factory Remote Starter. Exact support depends on model, market, ECU software and Custom Code availability.
Which Custom Code version is required?
The feature is documented as available in Custom Code v0.5 and newer, where compatible with the ECU software.
Why can remote start stop working after ECU unlock?
On affected Gen 2 configurations, unlocking the ECU can disable the OEM Remote Starter. MG Flasher Custom Code restores the supported factory function.
Does the feature replace BMW’s factory safety conditions?
No. It restores access to the OEM system, while normal manufacturer conditions and vehicle safety checks continue to apply.
How do I confirm compatibility before purchasing?
Use the latest MG Flasher app with a compatible ENET adapter or cable, review the identified ECU and software, and contact Support or an authorized dealer when confirmation is needed.
Check Your Vehicle
Restore the Factory-Equipped OEM Remote Start.
Confirm that the vehicle is Generation 2, factory-equipped with OEM Remote Starter and supported by compatible Custom Code v0.5 or newer.