Hey MystyMystique,
I work in the Vehicle Personalization group at Ford and here is the dealer about the Remote Start. Ford doesn't actually make them. They offer the systems made by a place called CodeAlarm located in Madison Heights, MI. We haven't had any complaints about the system. Does that help any?

1998.5 Contour SVT
#4790 of 6535
Black w/ Midnight Blue Interior
Touring Wing
35% window tint all around
KKN True-Rev Sport Induction
B&M Short Shifter
Pioneer 9300R radio w/ 3-way speakers
Custom "True" dual exhaust with Ferrari tips