The H200 Toyota Hiace has been on New Zealand roads since 2004, it’s the 5th generation of the Hiace and one of the most common vans on the road. New vehicle sale in New Zealand stopped in 2019 when it was discontinued and replaced with the H300 Hiace. However, it is still in production in Japan, and used imports are still finding their way over here.
The Hiace has had a number of updates over the years, but there are 3 significant generations as far as security is concerned.
Upgrading the Hiace remote locking system to an alarm system
All New Zealand new Hiace models come with remote keyless entry and a factory transponder immobiliser, yet do not come with an alarm. All variants of the Hiace can work with an upgrade alarm that allows you to use the existing remote key.
- Gen 1 H200 Hiace 2004-2013
- Gen 2 H200 Hiace 2014-2020
- Gen 3 H200 Hiace 2018-
What is the best Toyota Hiace upgrade alarm?
I highly recommend the Vodafone Automotive 4822 upgrade alarm with Ultrasonic sensors for the Hiace as it works perfectly with the Toyota remote key. This makes it very user-friendly as well as effective.
Hiace van alarm
It works in every model and all years but has to be wired differently depending on which generation your model is as I’ll explain later.
Note that it will function the same way regardless of which generation of Hiace you have so nothing changes from the user’s point of view.
Ultrasonic internal protection
As the Hiace is a popular trade vehicle they are often a target for break-ins so having good internal protection is vital. Glass break sensors are simply not effective in large vehicles and a PIR sensor looks crude and is not necessary for an open van without a solid cargo barrier.
The Ultrasonic Sensors look like they were installed at the factory and are a perfect colour match. They protect the internal cabin space of the van and can be turned off using the control button on the LED before arming the alarm.
LED over-ride and optional extra LED
The Alarm comes with a red 3mm LED which is mounted with the over-ride switch, if you want a brighter visual deterrent then an extra LED can be added for no extra cost. Please ask in advance if you want this.
Horn honk & hazard light activation
The horn sounds when the alarm has been triggered along with the hazard lights flashing. I recommend adding the 5375 battery back-up siren for added protection
Toyota Hiace Generations Explained
Gen 1: 2004-2014
Some Gen 1 Jap imports do not have the factory transponder immobiliser, yet all NZ new models come with one as standard.
There is no CAN-BUS data for the alarm to read so the 4822 has to be wired up in traditional PLIP upgrade mode.
This is not an issue as the wiring is reasonably simple. It is worth noting that the Cobra AB3686 is also an option for the Gen 1 H200 Hiace which is $500.00 installed.
Gen 2: 2014-2020
The Hiace electrics have a major update along with new headlamps, grille, and dashboard.
The doors and ignition can now be read by CAN-BUS but there is no central locking data! However, it can be read by PLIP.
I helped develop the firmware that is allows the Vodafone Automotive AK4615 to work with the Gen 2 H200 Hiace. It’s a hybrid CAN-BUS and PLIP setup that also works with the new 8422 alarm.
I’m very proud of this as it works flawlessly. I’ve seen attempts from other brands that are far from satisfactory.
Gen 3: 2018-
The Gen 3 model looks very much like the Gen 2 but it has had another major electrical update. The alarm firmware is now full CAN-BUS.
The Gen 3 is only sold as a Japanese import in New Zealand as it no longer meets updated front impact standards. The new larger H300 Hiace replaced it here.
But with the new van being bigger the H200 was updated for Japan. The main visual difference is a new instrument cluster, and radar which you can spot on the grill below the Toyota badge.
My recommend Toyota Hiace upgrade alarm for this version is the Vodafone Automotive 4822 Enhanced CAN-Bus upgrade alarm.
Pricing for the Toyota Hiace H200 upgrade alarm system:
4822 Essential upgrade alarm with Ultrasonic Sensors
- Works with Toyota remote
- Built-in level sensor
- Ultrasonic internal movement sensors
- Door, boot, bonnet protection
- Immobiliser (for early jap imports without factory immobiliser)
- Horn Honk and Hazard Flash
- Accessory harness included
4822 Enhanced Upgrade Alarm
- Added battery back-up siren
Options:
- Cobra Remotes $120.00 each
Can be configured as a courier alarm if using the Cobra padlock remote.
Vodafone Automotive 4822 Alarm
Other alarms possible
Of course, I know the vans well enough to fit most other systems, if you have a specific requirement then simply ask and I’ll see what I can do.
