Viper 5704 Alarm/Remote Start Review

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[@PedalTheGlobe]

I used to install alarms/remote starts in college for extra money. For those that dont know Viper/ Python/ Clifford are all made by DEI/Directed and each has alarms identical to each of the alarms of each sister company. So identical in fact that all modules, remotes, and add-ons can be swapped between the comparable alarm of the other brand.

[@debiesoto4995]

I need help my alarm is in valet mode I'm so frustrated I do not know what to do to to take it back the way it was help me please

[@williamstone2335]

@@debiesoto4995 4 years late but open any door and hit lock, unlock and lock.and it will take it in or out

[@kaligee5286]

You gave the most informed illustration on this Viper Alarm. I had it installed at Jack’s Stereo in Tyler,Tx. In 2009. I forgot about most of the features you displayed in this video & I Thank you for doing so. This is the best of the best vehicle alarm’s on the market! I also purchased the Viper vehicle app for an additional $199.00 & with this app you can do everything from your phone that the key fob does & more… ie: Start your vehicle from anywhere in the USA 🇺🇸, Track your vehicle location, Engage the kill switch, check how much fuel is in the vehicle, Tire pressure & several other features that I haven’t mentioned. I Thank you again for this Wonderful demonstration on this Viper Vehicle Alarm!!! 10 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️’s

[@hawk2fan]

Sound's like a duck when it lock's quack quack

[@JLove4500]

If you pull up to your house and need to get something inside but you don't want to shut off your car for the two seconds you'll be inside there is a way to take your keys with you and leave it running too. 1.Put the car in park and foot off the brake 2. Press the remote start button 3. Take the key out of the ignition and your car will stay running for the time you have it set to.

[@MyTran-dd4wl]

Hello friend I got a Volkswagen mk4 r32. I only can start the car and do your step then lock it. Turn off my engine then i can remote start the car again. i dont do the step my car wont start from remote start.. how can i set it up without doing the step like on video?

[@billybassman21]

I think you misunderstood. There are 5 active/passive arming options on the alarm. The passive arming you're speaking of is disabled. I enabled the Auto re-arm with lock. This auto rearms the alarm after disarming with the remote if a door isn't opened in 30 seconds.

[@bansheerider619]

I became aware of this shortly after I made this video. I had BestBuy fix it and now it works great. Thanks!

[@shortcircuit161]

Nice Video and Nice Truck. I appreciate seeing a video from someone that is informed on the system they are using. I see too many videos from customers and installers that don't have a clue of the features. You stated the alarm should tell you a door was left open when you arm it but it didn't in the video. I install alarms and remote starts and also have a Viper 5901 in my car and it chirps twice upon arming if a door is left open. The installer shut off that feature as it's on by default.

[@lrql92]

I'm not sure if someone has already posted this but the reason why you didn't receive any warning or chirp when you armed the truck with the door open is because your door trigger isn't tapped into to.

[@bansheerider619]

I have only used 4x4 one time. I purchased the truck in texas and there isn't many places for off road in Houston. I am now in California where there are a few places. I am an avid dirt bike rider so hopefully I will get to use the truck for what it's intended for.

[@Brian86992DH]

Great video showing the features. Helped me buy my alarm. Thanks, man.

[@bansheerider619]

Good question. The longest I have gone without needing to charge the remote is about a month, however it really depends how often you are using it. The remote charges rather quickly, about an hour. It is important to know how to override the alarm in case your remote battery dies while your vehicle is armed.

[@abperiasamy]

Most complete review of viper alarm. Thanks!. I just got it installed.

[@bansheerider619]

Yes and you can set separate zones to go off too. An example would be my shock or window sensor. I can silent these sensors and the alarm will only notify my pager when triggered, but if somebody opens a door then the alarm will sound on the vehicle. Or I can silent the shock, window, and door triggers and the alarm will only notify my pager.

[@ryanjofre]

Nice truck brother. I've never been a Ford (or any usa manufac) but Ford has impressed me these past years. I have MUCH more respect for them now then any USA maker. My best friend bought a 2012 Ford Flex titanium edition with cash(an older dude) and whilst it's not my cup of tea but it's bad ass in it's own right. I'm installing this 5704v system and the smart start soon on my heavily built 94 Nisan Pathfinder. It's gonna be a bitch but worth it.

[@bansheerider619]

The ultrasonic sensor will only detect movement in the cab from changes in air pressure. The proximity sensor detects solid objects movement from inside and out. You can adjust the sensor to your liking. Imagine a bubble around your car. You can make that bubble large or small. Anything inside that bubble will trigger the alarm.

[@Nick-tw9vq]

You have to have an immobilizer bypass module for you to remote start your car without the key on the ignition. These modules comes in 2 types. With or without an extra key. Directed immobilizer bypass modules can be found online very easily and they are not that expensive.

[@bansheerider619]

Yes this alarm is worth it. I don't have the smart start because it was a bit out of my budget range. Remember, if you do not have a cell phone signal then the smart start will not work. Ford has come a long way. The F150 is the most sold truck on the market as of now. I had a 2002 Ford Ranger for 10 years and never had a problem. I traded it for this F150 and haven't looked back :)

[@bansheerider619]

Just had that feature fixed the other day. I had a different installer from a different BestBuy look at it and he found the problem. Apparently the original installer used the dome light as a alarm trigger. The correct way to install it is by using the door triggers located under the passenger kick panel. Once he did the connections the open door feature works flawlessly.

[@bansheerider619]

I bought the alarm and installation as a package deal at BestBuy. The installation alone will cost $150-$200 depending on the installer.

[@bansheerider619]

Turn the key to the "on" position. It won't let you crank the engine anyways. When the key is turned on you have to tap on the brake to disengage the remote start. If you tap the brake without the key on it will kill the engine. It is a safety feature so nobody can steal your car without the key. I hope this helps :)

[@shortcircuit161]

Disabling the error chirp would affect doors and trunk. IMO, They should have checked why the trunk trigger was activating to begin with. In order for the trunk trigger to activate, it would have to see a ground connection on that wire. It's possible the installer cut and taped up the unused wires in a way that the trunk wire is seeing a ground connection. Potentially from touching another unused wire that has a ground signal going thru it. Easy fix if they know what to look for. Good Luck!

[@lexjordan23]

Great video man! I just bought a silverado SS and it had this on there and I didn't know some of the features and such. I had motorcycles setting my alarm off during the day while I was sleeping, this helped a ton! Much appreciated!

[@lrql92]

That's good, I didn't know the 5704 offered so much after seeing this video I'll defiantly be getting mine soon too also, thank you.

[@billybassman21]

The temp is off up to 10 degrees on the 5704. Also I have mine set to where there is no chirp when I arm or disarm. Had to go into the installer settings using the valet button. I also have the 530t window control modules installed. I have a video of it on my channel.

[@USANAmillionaire]

Thank you so SO much for this video, it really helped me. im installing this as soon as i can. in my neighborhood, they have stolen the wheels of 3 cars including my moms wheels in one friking year! i applied lock nuts on my wheels with a key but then i found that there is an easy way to take out the bolts without the key. so using wheel lock bolts are useless.

[@mkleinberg90]

you said "decent price" for best buy, how much did you pay for the whole package? Alarm, glass sensor, and install? thanks! nice truck by the way!

[@bansheerider619]

Yes it works. Just remember to turn off the alarm before entering your code, the alarm will trigger if not.

[@edwardhill7045]

Great and detailed video .I got one installed yesterday and am learning the works .i found out on my ford transit that once locked the radio plays all by itself for about five minutes .Some kind of battery sensor shuts it off .I think its a transit flaw but it wont run the battery down

[@bansheerider619]

Those features are entirely up to you. The backup battery is a necessary feature. The other feature you're talking about is the proximity sensor. That feature IMO is more trouble than it's worth. It is difficult to set the sensors how you want them. The proximity sensors are more commonly used for convertibles or soft cover Jeeps. If you do get that feature be ready for many false alarms.

[@bansheerider619]

Sounds good congrats man!!! You won't be disappointed by this system.

[@michaelprovenzano4486]

Mine is an 2005 explorer. I will definately fine out for sure.. thanks again man. Good vid

[@tdeisher79]

Nice video thanks I will be purchasing one soon.

[@spishade]

Thanks for posting!!! I was trying to decide which alarm/starter to get and you totally sold me :)

[@bansheerider619]

If you are talking about the factory key fob then yes. However there is no reason to use the factory fob with the alarm I presented.

[@supitzsammm]

you should post a lot more videos of your truck. Like take it off road and see how it handles. I'm buying an FX4 this year.

[@nrek11]

Great video i just install viper but it was the 5706 .. you really did a good details about thank you

[@bansheerider619]

You have to hold down the function key. Then scroll through the settings to remote set up. Then click function key when on "set clock". You can go on the Viper website too and download the user manual.

[@bansheerider619]

Hopefully your alarm will never need warranty service since you had a mechanic install it. The installer has to be listed on the DEI website as an authorized installer/reseller for warranty service. I chose BestBuy for the lifetime install warranty and hardware warranty. Also because I am in the military, I wanted a chain company such as BestBuy to install my alarm. This way anywhere I move in the country I can have a BestBuy work on it.

[@bansheerider619]

They can be installed anywhere, most likely behind the dash. That would be a question to ask the installer as each installer has their own preference.

[@bansheerider619]

Yes for sure....The only thing I had to do was get the remote replaced because the battery wasn't holding a charge. BestBuy covered it under warranty so no buggy. The new remote has had no issues in over a year.

[@bansheerider619]

Yes there are many add on features you can get with the alarm. The problem is that the installation can be expensive. I can adjust the sensitivity on mine with a screw driver, no problem. The actual adjustment screw is located on the shock sensor itself. The alarm does have many tones. However you can only change them with the programmer. I bet BestBuy would change the tone for you free of charge.

[@ITSNOTMEITISYOU]

Thanks for the video

[@KendaceNawkole]

Very informative. Thanks!

[@rsanchezp]

Excellent review! Very informative. I will be an owner of a Viper 5704 in a couple of days !

[@bansheerider619]

Yes, the remote does not have to vibrate. Yes, the remote start works when armed. If the door is opened or a window broken the alarm will go off. I have a window break sensor which detects the sound of broken glass. This helps in case somebody knows how to break a window without tripping the shock sensor. For arming/disarming with no chirp that might be a programming feature in the brain. A technician with a programmer would know the answer to that question. There is no chirp in valet mode.

[@zivaldez4075]

This is what I like on interfaced OEM Factory Alarm the viper remote starters

[@Vidpenguin]

Nice review vid. I use this software too and didn't catch what all it could possibly do til I watched your review vid. Keep up the nice work and thanks for the straightforward assessment. Cheers! Damon

[@fhelu]

I'm sold!! Thanks for the awesome review, I'm going out to get one of these alarms!!

[@bansheerider619]

Hmm, I wonder why the installer would do that. The installer also enabled the trunk trigger, which is weird because trucks don't have trunks. The alarm would chirp twice upon arming telling me the trunk was open. I went back to BestBuy and had them turn it off. Too bad I didn't know the door trigger was the same way, I would have asked them to enable it. Thanks for the heads up. Maybe I'll go back and have them look at it.

[@bansheerider619]

No....you have to buy separate modules that get installed inside the door panel. I think one module will operate two windows. So if you have four windows you will have to buy two modules, which are about $150 ea.

[@brettsaltzman8384]

Does this one start you ac too?

[@bansheerider619]

I purchased the sensor separate on Amazon, and BestBuy installed it the same time I had the alarm installed.

[@Shredder656]

hm did bestbuy charge for install?

[@a1crazychewy]

Thank you for a very informative video this will help me understand my viper 5906 system

[@pantherblack71]

I have the avital 5303 installed in my truck, by a DEI approved installer.2 problems I seen on your video that mines will do. (1) when you were in your truck and armed it, you had to open the door for it to trigger the alarm. On mines as soon as you had hit the door unlock button inside the truck it would sound the alarm. (2) if there is a door left open during the arming process it mines will give a chirp and show door is open. I know viper is the top of the line with DEI, but my aviatl works just as good. You may want them to have a look at it again too see why yours don't do what mines does. I've seen bestbuy do some shady installs, you try some other authorize installer to check it out for you. But great video.

[@bansheerider619]

Thanks. The alarm will trigger if I unlock the door. The alarm did tell me the door was open but it doesn't anymore. I am also having an issue that it tells me the trunk is open. I have a truck with no trunk lol!

[@pantherblack71]

ok. like I said you might want too go to someone else instead of bestbuy. I'm not bashing them, but I had some work done there and so have some people I know and were not happy .Example I had a double din pioneer radio dvd install. You can't watch the dvd without the parking brake being engaged. I'm fine with that. But the installer decided to drill a toggle switch into my dashboard to over ride this. But he never asked me if it is ok too drill into my dashboard. Plus you can buy a bypass too install on the radio instead of drilling into somebody dashboard. They were sorry about that and gave me the install free.

[@bansheerider619]

***** I never got it fixed. I restarted the system months ago and haven't had the problem since.

[@pantherblack71]

***** Yes I went to someone else who new what they were doing. Everyone that is so call certified cannot do the job correctly. Plus he showed me what the other so call installer didn't do, which to me was like reading Chinese.

[@pantherblack71]

***** Mines was something about they had the wires plug into the wrong port or something like that on the system brain.

[@bansheerider619]

No....That is a separate feature that you have to pay extra for. One window module will operate two windows. For my truck I would have to buy three modules, which is very expensive for the parts and labor.

[@bansheerider619]

Yes but you have to buy the receiver and have somebody install it. It is about $200 plus a monthly subscription for the service.

[@94navin]

i understand you can silently lock/unlock but car you make it silent so the alarm wont go off. For example at night and the cars in my yard and someone plays loud music i don't want it to go off.

[@bansheerider619]

You won't regret it. Make sure an approved Viper tech does the install.

[@bansheerider619]

Yes the keypad still works. The keypad does not control the alarm. If the alarm is armed and you unlock the door with the keypad it will trigger it.

[@Beardalorian]

How do you enter Valet Mode and what exactly is the purpose of it?

[@bansheerider619]

Anything that you leave on will stay on. If you turn off the radio before leaving the car then no, the radio will not be on. An example would be the defroster. In the winter time I leave the defroster on. That way when i remote start the vehicle the defroster will come on.

[@bansheerider619]

Yes, you can change the settings in the pager.

[@mrjones192]

Nice vid man, this was the convincing i needed now I'm definitely going viper.

[@bansheerider619]

The good thing about BestBuy is that they have a lifetime install warranty. They will figure out why your brake light is not working. As for the time set, the website where you can download the user guide from directed electronics is in my comments section.

[@dp-r.est.8995]

Great review. Very detailed and to the point!

[@gilmilanesjr]

how about if someone made a long scratch your driver's door it will alarm? My car got scratch by and mother fFather'n arAv thank's you have a informative video

[@emsanchez7667]

You say that you need to put a key to actually put the car in gear and move. What if you dont have a key and you have a push to start, would this feature work with push to start?

[@bansheerider619]

It was a pleasure, I'm glad it helped.

[@CASPER63074]

thanks for the video im going to get my install tomorrow love viper alarm i have that old version 5901 and how much do you paid for your alarm and that window braker sensor...good video

[@jayjulian9111]

Hey, do you recommend the tilt sensor or is the shock sensor good enough to sense if someone were to try to steal rims/tires?

[@damnitdang]

It comes with the shock sensor as standard. And yes. I highly recommend the tilt sensor. For those mofo that steals rims and cats. Just buying a alarm standard package. Only comes with the basic. There's more feature add on that can slow and prevent theft

[@bansheerider619]

Glad I was able to help make your decision :)

[@bansheerider619]

Thanks! I got rear ended a couple days ago :(

[@rickyguti]

Hey great video! I have several questions. First of all, can you set the remote not to vibrate, just to sound? When you remote start, can you do it when the system is armed? If so, if any door is opened or a window broken, will the alarm go off? And last is there any way to disable the chirp when locking or unlocking other than arming or disarming in silent mode? Thanks

[@5506]

I noticed that every time you made the alarm go off, you pressed the unlock button. Thats kinda weird cuz why would you unlock the car when someone is next to it trying to break in? lol. you get me?

[@bansheerider619]

Push to start only works on manual transmissions. I am not sure how this alarm works on manual transmission car. I know that my truck will not start unless the key is inserted. The alarm disables the engine until the key has been inserted.

[@osvaldo2460]

Great video do you happen to know how to add more time to the remote start timer? Thank you

[@cocofx85]

hey love the video, very informative. iam about to get one on my 2007 dodge ram 1500. i have a question, how long does the battery last on the chargable led remote? and how long can you go between charges? thx man

[@cocofx85]

thx alot man, iam actually getting this system installed on my truck tomorrow morning by auto & truck outfitters. i probably wont get the glass break sensor though.

[@DrDrewsAdventures]

Just so people are aware, I recently purchased this viper 5704 from Best Buy and a week later when I went to get it installed by geek squad, they denied me because my car is manual. Just a heads up to all you stick shift drivers, its not that it can't be done on a manual trans but Best Buy won't do it.

[@theripper170]

nice looking truck

[@cocofx85]

so i got this yesterday, loving it so far, only problem i had was, even before i got the remote from the place there is a small scratch on the screen, then after having for a few hours, i saw another small one.. the screen seems to get marks on it very easily. i have to find some kind of protector, any ideas?

[@martin91099]

WHICH IS THE SENSOR THAT IF YOUR WINDOW IS DOWN A LITTLE AND YOU STICK YOUR HAND IN THE CAR OR THROW ANYTHING IN THERE THE ALARM WILL GO OFF?

[@BadDriversofPlanoTexas0]

Very nice looking truck! I have the glass break sensor as well. It works great except that sometimes during heavy rain it triggers some false alarms. Do you have this problem as well?

[@bansheerider619]

Bad Drivers of Plano Texas Thanks! Yes this happens all the time. I've decided to put the alarm in valet mode during storms.

[@songthirtyone]

Great video! Thanks for posting. Quick question, is it possible to silence all the alarms and have it only notify you with the remote only?

[@bansheerider619]

Thanks! Yes you can.

[@martin91099]

other people are telling me it's the DEI 509U ULTRASONIC sensor; so it's the proximity sensor? is that a good sensor to have? will this alarm allow me to have three sensors because I have this same alarm (just bought it) and I got the window sensor like yours and I want to get the ultrasonic sensor and proximity sensor; can I get all three if not; which will you suggest I get other than the window sensor thanks

[@nicka5080]

basically other than remote starts lock and unlock, all others you have to add on? because i had mine, i cant even adjust the sensitivity, and change the tones on the alarm, there should be 6 different tones right?

[@bansheerider619]

The link to the support website for Directed Electronics is located in my description. Just put in your make and model alarm and you can download the owners manual. I saved this manual to my phone in case I needed to know something on the road. Good luck!

[@bansheerider619]

That's the area code for where I grew up (San Diego, CA). However I had this installed in Houston, TX.

[@oronax1]

hey nice video!!, I have a question, how much did it cost you? and where did you install it? thanks

[@bansheerider619]

Yes. However Viper will only honor the warranty if it is bought and installed by an authorized reseller. I already had to replace my 2way remote. BestBuy gave me a new remote no questions asked.

[@gyver471]

Thanks for the video great explanation.

[@jchan3123]

Nice would you recommend this product? Thinking about getting one for my f-150

[@bansheerider619]

Now...in my opinion the ultrasonic sensor is not needed. There is no way somebody can get into your car without tripping the shock or window sensor. Plus the doors have triggers as well. The proximity sensor is mostly used with convertables or jeeps. If you don't have either of these types of vehicles I wouldn't waste the money. If you do want to spend the money just go to Amazon and look at the proximity and ultrasonic sensor.

[@DrDrewsAdventures]

Hey man, great video but I have a question. I just bought the same alarm/remote start from best buy and they are telling me I need to buy a Nexgen Data Bus for my 08 mustang. Did you have to purchase the same thing?

[@nicka5080]

does this 5704 comes with the window roll up and down automatically, when you lock and unlock the car?

[@thatrobmeier]

I have a question, does the keypad on the door still unlock the truck and turn off the alarm, or do you have to have the Viper fob? I use the keyless entry on mine all the time and would hate to lose that functionality.

[@TheRooRooShow]

Hey can you show me how to put the alarm in valet mode I bought the same alarm you did Thanks a bunch

[@TonyScrilla]

i just got this same alarm today at best buy. how do you set the time on this thing? also best buy installed this and now my right break light does not work... i dont get it will call them tomorrow...

[@bansheerider619]

I think it would be hard to steal rims/tires without tripping the shock sensor. The tilt sensor is relatively cheap however, $25 on Amazon and if you know somebody who will install for a cheap price this feature may be nice to have given the price. My humble opinion thinks the tilt sensor is unnecessary, but I have stock rims/tires on my truck :)

[@TheRealDooney]

quick question, do u know how to set the time on the LCD remote? i just got one put on my truck yesterday?