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Toyota RAV4 Security System Questions
Hi All RAVrs!
I got a 07 rav4 LTD. It has a key immobilizer with pre-wire. What does 'pre-wire' mean?
I think all models of rav4 do not have a std alarm system like honda does. I just wanna know -are you rav'rs installing the Toyota alarm (has a VIP system that is alarm /remote start). Or has anyone explored aftermarket systems like one local audio/alarm store recommends 'VIPER 560xv' or a '791xv'alarm system - which has remote start as well.
Pls share you experience of the new 06rav4's remote start/Burglar alarm installations etc..
What do you recommend ? Is the LTD's 'key immobilizer' enough or should I go for an alarm with toyota or 'aftermarket ' stuff?
Thanks!!!!
Kris
I got a 07 rav4 LTD. It has a key immobilizer with pre-wire. What does 'pre-wire' mean?
I think all models of rav4 do not have a std alarm system like honda does. I just wanna know -are you rav'rs installing the Toyota alarm (has a VIP system that is alarm /remote start). Or has anyone explored aftermarket systems like one local audio/alarm store recommends 'VIPER 560xv' or a '791xv'alarm system - which has remote start as well.
Pls share you experience of the new 06rav4's remote start/Burglar alarm installations etc..
What do you recommend ? Is the LTD's 'key immobilizer' enough or should I go for an alarm with toyota or 'aftermarket ' stuff?
Thanks!!!!
Kris
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I just got my toyota's VIP installed (has remote start and alarm ) you can use the same keyless entry fab for remote start. Usually done is $800 with labor, but my dealer did it for $499. I preferred this to the after market stuff since toyota technicians know better and after market also come with a bulky pager like remote ,although for same $ you have more options like paging etc http://www.directed.com/ . Auto lock while in drive is a car setting , I'll let know once I read the manual! Prewire is prewired for alarm/security,just need to add alarm system....
If you are near the S.E.PA area I can refer you to my dealer...Enjoy the LTD! I love mine, which is red..
Kris
Running boards are for short people who can't step up into the already lower RAV4.
I am in the S.E. PA area and just bought a 2007 Toyota Rav4. I want to get the VIP installed. Can you tell me what dealer you used.
Laurie
Also, are there user-customizable features on the VIP? Such as passive-arming, motion-sensor, shock-sensor, enable/disable light flash and audible "beeps". Did they give you a user manual that lists all the different settings you can change?
Thanks!
Is there any advantage of installing "Toyota VIP Security System" for base version - Model Number 4430.
My son feels if they remove a wire from the system if could effect the electrical system in the car and I could have other problems with the alarm. Has anyone had this done and if so what was your experience.