Remote start question: how does the engine behave when the door is opened while the engine is still running?

[Y2Dre]

As I try to sit patiently while my BL+BL is being built, I have a question related to remote start that I'd like to pose to those of you who use the feature regularly.

Currently, my Ford Fusion has remote start and when I use it, the engine stays on when I open my car door. The engine only shuts off if it times out or if I tap the break before sticking my key into the ignition. My wife has a Toyota Camry which shuts off the engine right when the door is opened.

How does the engine behave in the Bronco Sport when the door is opened while the engine is still running?

Thanks to all who chime in.

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[schizorage]

It stays running when you open the door. I haven't ever hit the brake before turning the key with remote start, but I'd presume it behaves like your fusion.

 

[Y2Dre]

It stays running when you open the door. I haven't ever hit the brake before turning the key with remote start, but I'd presume it behaves like your fusion.

That was quick! Thanks for the confirmation. I was assuming that the engine would stay running since I'll be dealing with keyless entry with a key fob instead of a key. But it's good to hear real world feedback.

 

[Ponyrider]

That was quick! Thanks for the confirmation. I was assuming that the engine would stay running since I'll be dealing with keyless entry with a key fob instead of a key. But it's good to hear real world feedback.

I have an OB. The engine stays running when I open the door, but I can't drive it until I put my foot on the brake and push the start button.

 

[schizorage]

That was quick! Thanks for the confirmation. I was assuming that the engine would stay running since I'll be dealing with keyless entry with a key fob instead of a key. But it's good to hear real world feedback.

My Base model has a 'Key,' but it's just used to turn a rotary switch that operates the same as pushing the start button, so I'd imagine it's the same.

 

[Y2Dre]

I have an OB. The engine stays running when I open the door, but I can't drive it until I put my foot on the brake and push the start button.

That makes sense. That's the equivalent of me turning the key in the ignition after I enter my Fusion with the engine running.

Thanks!

 

[tRex]

That makes sense. That's the equivalent of me turning the key in the ignition after I enter my Fusion with the engine running.

Thanks!

You remote start a Base using the app then?

 

[bronco_wv]

I have an OB. The engine stays running when I open the door, but I can't drive it until I put my foot on the brake and push the start button.

Same on my Big Bend model.
This is much better than the remote start on a Subaru we owned previously. The engine shut off when the door was opened, and you had to start it back up when you get inside.

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