Beach key - Opening door without setting off alarm?

[Trippy]

I recently ordered a plain metal key blank from ebay US and got them cut by a local locksmith. I planned to use this as a "beach key" so I don't have to bring the expensive key to the beach and risk having it drown in sea water. I can lock and unlock the door fine but the alarm goes off when I open the door.

So my question is: Is there a way to change the alarm settings so that the alarm is only armed if I lock the car using the FOB and not when I lock it manually by turning the key in the drivers seat lock?

[Slunnie]

I thought if you locked the car with the key in the door that the alarm wasn't activated???

[Statusquo]

Thats how mine works...means you can lock it with the windows down / dogs in the car.



I thought if you locked the car with the key in the door that the alarm wasn't activated???

[Andrew D]

You can use the beach key with the EKA code. (Short term solution)

Won't have the alarm going off but will look a bit funky when opening the car, a bit like Ace Ventura Pet Detective entering his unit.

Regards
Andrew

[Scouse]

I'm sure it's only the volumetric sensors disabled when locking the car manually, not the whole alarm system, hence windows down/dog in is OK.

[winaje]

I'm sure it's only the volumetric sensors disabled when locking the car manually, not the whole alarm system, hence windows down/dog in is OK.

This is correct, alarm is still fully armed for door and bonnet protection and engine disabling, but no ultrasonics.

[Trippy]

Yeah, unlocking my car with the EKA code is a bit of a hassle since two of the four digits are larger than 10. I go to the beach almost daily so I would prefer to not have to do that every time.

Could my mechanic use his computer to alter the alarm settings?

[Scouse]

Yeah, unlocking my car with the EKA code is a bit of a hassle since two of the four digits are larger than 10. I go to the beach almost daily so I would prefer to not have to do that every time.

Could my mechanic use his computer to alter the alarm settings?Not too sure about changing alarm settings but someone with LR diagnostic gear will be able to change your EKA code to something less tiring.

[alpick]

Nanocom resets EKA

[biggin]

I recently ordered a plain metal key blank from ebay US and got them cut by a local locksmith. ..................


My local locksmith already had a blank to suit, so got him to cut one. Cost less than $6 all up.:)

[Sharkee]

Is it possible to disable the alarm/imobiliser altogether? Just the central locking working so can use any key?. A risk but a hell of a lot more user friendly IMO

[Andrew D]

Yeah, unlocking my car with the EKA code is a bit of a hassle since two of the four digits are larger than 10. I go to the beach almost daily so I would prefer to not have to do that every time.

Could my mechanic use his computer to alter the alarm settings?

Dan in Rockhampton would be able to do it without any problems.

Regards
Andrew

[Trippy]

I need to get my new, imported FOB programmed to the car so I will ask Dan in Rocky when I go there.

[Blknight.aus]

why not just get the water proof key bag/float for the key and keep it on you?

or if you're a surfer get a dry box installed in the board?

[simonl8353]

So my question is: Is there a way to change the alarm settings so that the alarm is only armed if I lock the car using the FOB and not when I lock it manually by turning the key in the drivers seat lock?[/QUOTE]

Be patient Trippy, someone here will answer the question eventually ;)
Seems like a reasonable idea, maybe ask a Dealer.

[dmdigital]

ALarm can be set so that locking/unlocking with the key works the same as with the plip. By default it is set to trigger the alarm if the key is used.

[Mundy]

Yeah, unlocking my car with the EKA code is a bit of a hassle since two of the four digits are larger than 10.

You're lucky! The average of my EKA is over 10 and I have to turn the key well into the 40s!

I will have to find someone close with a Nanocom.

[Rick Fischer]

For the record - locking with just the key does not engage the deadlocks and allows someone inside to get out, and the volumetric sensors are disabled. If deadlocked the doors cannot be opened from the inside. All the other systems are engaged.

Back in 98 99, D2 was recognised by world wide motoring organisations as the most "thief proof" vehicle in the world with 97/100, a couple got 90 91. Most of best others were in 70s and 80s.

If one gets locked out of a D2, getting in without doing major damage is almost impossible.

Under warranty had the bonnet cable stretch/slip. Dealers had authorisation to smash the grill and do extensive damage up in that area (the underside of the bonnet latch is protected with a riveted plate) to get the bonnet open if the one remaining technique didn't work; ie three mechanics lay across the bonnet and another was pulling on bare cable inside with pliers.

Advice is: be very careful when mucking around with the security systems, if it locks you out it may well cost you big bucks to get back in.

Cheers

RF

[1976_michelle]

Oh I thought it was just mine lol, first i made the mistake of locking up whilst trying to sleep in the car and set off the alarm (same when locking the dogs in), then I thought Id use the plain key to lock dogs in which was successful but then the damn thing swore at me when I unlocked it (manually, I think, with that same key), so now if dogs are with me the car stays unlocked with w3indows down a bit :/
s;ok... one will drown imposters in slobber and the other will immobilize them with a fart

[Rick Fischer]

If you are inside lock it with the dash switch. As I recall this doesn't arm everything or engage the deadlocks. Check by seeing if you can open a door with normal handle.

RF