Keyless entry

So when I bought my 2017 SR it did not come with keyless entry. When I asked the dealer about adding it they wanted about $300 installed. Anyone have an idea how difficult this is to do at home? I'd prefer to stick with Toyota brand opposed to going aftermarket.

 

They still make vehicles with keyless entry?

 

Keyless entry as in having to use a remote to unlock the car or the version that comes with push button start?

 

I don't necessarily need remote start, if I had it great, if not, that's great too. I'm just getting tired of having to use my key every time it rains haha. And "from the dealer" would be the stock one that comes in every other model apparently, I also agree $300 is reasonable but I'd rather not drop that if there are better alternatives.

 

I definitely will

 

I've never looked into this on a 3rd Gen, but for the 2nd Gen you would be way more the $300 to go with actual Toyota parts. Your best bet is to go with a aftermarket setup, $200 installed is about right just for the Keyless and $300-350 installed for Keyless and remote start. I did just keyless on a base Camry and then later ripped it out and had a two way remote start installed for increased range. I currently have a two way remote start installed in my 15 taco that came without keyless. Works just fine. If your dealer will do it or sub out, you know you will be okay if you have problems down the road. If not, find a good installer that will stand behind their work.

 

What did you use on your '15? Toyota parts or aftermarket.

 

Aftermarket, Toyota does not make a remote start for any year Tacoma.

 

What brand did you go with? I'm huge on recommendations

 

Compustar is the best option IMO.

 

If you have keyless entry, be mindful on how you store your key fob.

https://www.edmunds.com/car-news/technology/how-to-protect-your-car-from-keyless-entry-hacking.html

 

I just qot a quote today for keyless entry and remote start on my SR utility, the after market brand they stated is Compustar 810-s....price installed is. $319.99. I think I'm going to get a couple more quotes and do this soon.

 

This will pop a side window instantly and quietly:

6580 Automatic Center Punch Gold

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0037UUO60

Don't leave valuables in the truck even at home.

 

Thanks I just bought one. (But seriously I did.)

 

It's a pretty decent deal. Kinda strange that a single unit is $4-5 but a two pack is $23.22 but hey, it's 'merica.

 

Weird. If you're ever without a spring loaded punch and need to break a window quietly. Back side of a spark plug. Or use a hammer and break the ceramic off the plug and throw the ceramic.

 

Yep, those would be Ninja Rocks.

More conventionally, a flathead screwdriver in the window channel, twisting it to drive the pointed corner into the edge of the glass. My 4runner was broken into that way years ago.

A locked door merely helps keep honest people honest. A thief who wants something he sees on your seat can get it quickly and quietly.

 

Ceramic loves glass

 

My truck was broken into dumbasses broke the glass and the door was unlocked. I have no alarm on it.

 

How did this thread go from alarm systems to easy ways to break into vehicles? Haha