Fortin EVO-AUDT1 + FLASH-LINK Updater Complete Bundle: The Ultimate DIY Remote Start System for Audi
Elevate your driving experience with the convenience and comfort of a remote start system, perfectly integrated into your select Audi vehicle. The Fortin EVO-AUDT1 Module and T-Harness Combo paired with the Fortin FLASH-LINK Updater provides a complete, professional-grade solution for the do-it-yourself installer. This bundle is specifically designed to work with various Key-Port Audi models (typically 2008–2014 A4, A5, Q5, S4, S5, and others), leveraging your vehicle’s existing security and data networks for seamless functionality.
The EVO-AUDT1: All-in-One Performance
The EVO-AUDT1 is based on Fortin’s advanced EVO-ALL platform—an ultimate ALL-IN-ONE module that handles multiple vital functions through a single, compact unit:
Remote Start/Stop: The core feature allows the engine to be started remotely using the vehicle’s original OEM Factory Key Fob. Simply press the LOCK button three (3) times to initiate the remote start sequence. This provides a clean, simple, and affordable way to add remote start without carrying extra remotes.
Data Immobilizer Bypass: The module provides a sophisticated immobilizer bypass solution using advanced data communication protocols, eliminating the need to sacrifice a spare key inside the vehicle for the remote start function to work.
Vehicle Interface: It serves as a comprehensive interface, communicating across the vehicle's complex electronic networks (e.g., 3 x CAN-Bus controllers) to manage door locks, trunk release, and other convenience features.
Built-In Security: It incorporates a CAN Alarm System, offering an enhanced layer of protection by monitoring the vehicle's electronic triggers.
Hassle-Free Installation: The included Factory-Fit T-Harness (THAR-AUD1 or similar) is a plug-and-play component that connects directly to specific harnesses in your Audi, dramatically cutting down on installation time and reducing the risk of wiring errors common with traditional, wire-to-wire systems.
The Essential FLASH-LINK Updater: Full Control and Customization
The Fortin FLASH-LINK Updater is a critical, professional-grade tool included in this bundle that enables you to correctly program and customize your EVO-AUDT1 module for your exact vehicle. While the EVO-AUDT1 module comes preloaded, final configuration and updates are essential for optimal performance and compatibility.
Key Functions of the FLASH-LINK Updater:
Vehicle-Specific Firmware Update: Use the tool, a Windows PC, and an internet connection to download and flash the latest, vehicle-specific firmware to the EVO-AUDT1 module via the Fortin FlashLink Manager software. This ensures the module is perfectly synchronized with your Audi’s electronics.
Custom Feature Management: The Flash-Link Updater allows you to access and modify the module’s default settings with simple point-and-click functionality. You can customize features such as:
Enabling Driver's Door Priority Unlock
Setting up Auxiliary Outputs for features like power trunk or rear defroster activation during remote start.
Toggling default functions like door locks and hood triggers.
DCryptor Capability: The tool supports Fortin's DCryptor technology, which is often required for the immobilizer bypass process on certain vehicle types, ensuring a complete and secure installation.
Diagnostics and Support: The Flash-Link provides on-board status LEDs and gives you access to installation guides and diagnostic information directly from the software menu.
Why Buy the Bundle? (EVO-AUDT1 + FLASH-LINK)
For DIY installers, the Flash-Link Updater is not optional—it is a required component to finalize the product's programming for your specific vehicle before installation. Purchasing this bundle ensures you have all the necessary hardware and software tools to perform a successful, customized, and professional-level remote starter installation on your Audi, saving you the time and expense of seeking out the tool separately or relying on a remote professional programming service.
Installation Recommendation: Due to the complexity of modern vehicle electrical systems, the installation of this product, while simplified by the T-harness, requires a strong understanding of automotive electronics and should be performed by an experienced installer. Always verify your vehicle's specific compatibility on the official Fortin website prior to purchase and installation.
