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Originally Posted by FricFrac
It would be very easy to implement but I suspect there is a reason they didn't - just like being able to roll the windows down with the remote but not back up.
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This feature is an easy aftermarket addition, especially with an aftermarket alarm. DEI (and I'm sure most other smaller lines) Car Alarms all have the capability of adding a 530T Window Automation Module. It not only gives you "one-touch" functionality for your windows but can be triggered to vent, roll down, or roll up your windows.
Default usage would be a button press to vent, press and hold to roll down (stop at any time to leave the windows where they are,) or arm the alarm to roll the windows up. The automatic rolling-up of the windows upon arming is the best feature IMO.
Installation requires 4 wires to be run INTO each door, so most will shy away from this, unless paying someone else to install it. I haven't looked at the doorjams in detail yet, nor inspected the wire harness boot to see if it is a plug style.
I'm sure this module could also be installed without an alarm and give you the ability to automatically roll up your windows upon arming, so long as the BCM has an isolated arm output beyond flashing the lights, the chirp, or locking the doors.
I will be ordering a DEI 2Way Remote Start car alarm within the next 4 to 6 weeks, and doing a full write-up of the installation process. ATM I'm not sure if I will install a window module, although knowing me, I probably will.