Car Keyless Entry Systems Wellington
What is a keyless entry system?
A keyless entry system is a way to remotely lock and unlock your vehicle so you no longer need to insert the key into the door lock.
Wikipedia has more details about the history of keyless entry systems.
Keyless entry jargon
- CDL: Central Door Locking – Not necessarily remote locking
- RCL: Remote Central Locking
- RKS: Remote Keyless Entry System
- RKE: Remote Keyless Entry
- PKE: Passive Keyless Entry
Upgrade to smarter vehicle access
If you’re tired of fumbling for your keys, a remote locking system offers effortless access to your vehicle, enhanced security, and a touch of modern convenience. Whether you’re looking to install a new system or upgrade your existing setup.
I offer professional keyless entry installation for all vehicle makes and models.
Main benefits of keyless access?
Keyless entry systems let you lock and unlock your car remotely with the press of a button. It’s a must-have for drivers who want fast, secure access and improved vehicle access.
Benefits of keyless entry:
✅ Remote locking and unlocking
✅ Enhanced vehicle security
✅ No more broken or worn-out key cylinders
✅ Compatible with most modern alarm systems
✅ Seamless integration with central locking
Expert mobile installation throughout Wellington
I provide professional keyless entry installation in the Wellington Region including:
Wellington CBD, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti & Levin.
I provide clean, factory-style installs that integrate perfectly with your car’s electrical system.
Keyless Entry can be installed on:
Cars
Vans
Utes
SUVs
Classic cars
Central Locking Installation
Central Locking Upgrades
Does your car lack central locking? I can retrofit it for you.
Many Japanese cars from the 1990s came with basic central locking but no driver’s door actuator. This means the system only works when you turn the key in the door lock. In other words there is a sensor in the drivers door that you manually switch when you turn the key in the lock. This switch triggers a relay to lock or unlock the other doors.
By installing an additional actuator in the driver’s door, I can upgrade your car to work seamlessly with a modern remote locking system. making it more convenient and secure.
Central Locking Installation Cost?
Installing a central locking actuator typically costs about $100.00 per door. This is in addition to the price of the Keyless Entry System or Alarm.
Enhance your factory remote - Remote double tap module
Remote Double Tap Module
The Remote Double Tap Module enhances your existing factory keyless entry system.
Pressing the unlock button a second time within 3 seconds allow you to have selective unlocking, or active an auxiliary function.
Keyless Entry Systems
Below are the main keyless entry systems that I recommend. You may also want to consider a car alarm. All alarms that come with a remote offer keyless entry as standard
Viper 412V
The Viper 412V is a keyless entry system from Direct Electronics.
It comes with 2 neat remote controls
Cyclops KE11
The KE11 is a keyless entry system from Cyclops.
I can change the remote controls to Flip Key Remotes
Cyclops 661
The 661 is a very basic alarm from Cyclops which can also work as just a keyless entry system
Flip Key Remote optional
Flip Key Remotes
f you want that factory look and feel with an all in one Flip key remote then these are a very tidy option.
I can program these to work with Cyclops keyless entry systems
Why I don't recommend retro fitted Passive Keyless Entry
Passive keyless entry systems are super convenient. Being able to walk up to your vehicle and have it unlock without even touching the remote is a nice-to-have. Whilst it is a great feature when factory fitted I don’t recommend retro fitted ones. Let me explain why.
Most factory systems manage vehicle battery drain well, even though they can make new cars vulnerable to modern vehicle theft methods. Generally, they only wake up the locking system when you touch the door handle, then the car looks for the proximity remote.
Aftermarket systems are not connected to the door handle so are always awake to look for the remote. This in turn puts an excessive drain on the vehicle battery. This results in a flat battery in a short time. Any convenience offered by the PKE is quickly forgotten about when your car won’t start!
