Shortly after upgrading the entertainment system in this vehicle to the Pioneer AppRadio, the owner was interested in adding the convenience and cool factor of a Push to Start system like that found in many newer vehicles. This system added a button on the dash that he now uses to start the vehicle, just like he does in his 2010 Corvette, however he can still use his key if he needs to. At the same time, we added a really cool feature called Passive Keyless Entry. Basically, as you approach, a sensor inside the vehicle recognizes the transmitter in your pocket, purse or on your keychain and automatically unlocks the doors without any direct action from you. When you get out of the vehicle and walk away, the doors will automatically lock. No more fumbling for keys with arms full of groceries or forgetting to lock your car when you get out with this kind of system! Check out the video below for a demonstration.
Looks like something I might want.
Couple of questions:
1.Won’t the steering lock without a key?
2.How do I keep the door unlock while vehicle is either being service or it at a car wash, etc.
3.What the cost of the unit … not including instillation as that various from shop to shop.
Hey Jeff, sorry for the delay.
1. Certain steering columns have locks, others don’t. This one did not, but if it did, there are a couple of ways to disable it.
2. That’s a good question. My assumption would be that you would need to leave one of the RFID cards in the vehicle in order to keep it from locking when you walk away. I’ll look into whether there is some kind of valet mode.
3. This particular unit was $599.