Your car's security system's brand & your opinions about it

razor4077 · 15th April 2008, 16:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by nishantgandhi

The warranty is 5 years on Xenos products. Thats their definition of lifetime warranty. The estimated life of these products is supposedly 5 years.

Its the same thing as "Lifetime Free Prepaid/Incoming" which is technically valid for 7 years.

This particular product has a 3 year warranty. I am looking at the warranty card right now, and it says that "This product comes with three-years warranty". The warranty expires in 2011.
This is a new product as per the Xenos people, so maybe the 3-year warranty is the direction they are moving in.

BaCkSeAtDrIVeR · 15th April 2008, 18:56

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Originally Posted by sunson

With all this iCATS and such jigina, .. (snip) ...

First the musts. Look for a security system with remote central locking. You should be able to turn off the audio warning while locking/opening (useful sometimes). You should be able to disable the reverse gear warning (if present). It should NOT unlock doors when you switch off the engine. (you do not want enu***s on you your lap or thieves opening your door). (my system does not have any of these, and I am missing them)

Next, the optionals. A HU (audio) security hook is an advantage. (Search the forum for a thread on how to protect your audio system).

You may not want an impact sensor - it is most likely to give off false alarms.

Preferably, get this - remote central locking - done by the dealer or at least, on same day as you take delivery. It is not a happy experience to find your car missing on the day after taking delivery (hmm... baaaaad Inglish!!!).

NetfreakBombay · 15th April 2008, 20:26

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Originally Posted by sunson

With all this iCATS and such jigina, will I need any such security system for SX4? I know that car theft != car parts theft.

What gear locking would one recommend for use with the SX4 and where can I get it in Bangalore?

With iCATS would not need gear lock. Disabling iCats requires tinkering with ECM and is non-trivial. So car is reasonably safe.

HU and other "stealable" things are part of completely different story though.

clevermax · 15th April 2008, 20:45

My car's security system: None
Opinion: Really great!!

Since I have a Palio, I never thought about installing a security system.

cancerm · 28th April 2008, 16:16

Hi Guys
I want ot know is Viper car security systems available in India??
i went thru their site & their systems looks promissing.

Viper - Remote Start - Viper 5500

Rgds

m_upreti · 13th August 2008, 18:44

Hi,

Any inputs on where to find the Auto Cop XS Battery, in Navi Mumbai.

One of the Remotes is no longer working probably the battery is run down, the other one is still functioning.

But I am unable to get the battery any where in Navi Mumbai, I tried a couple of Car & Accessary dealers to no avail.

Putting a mail to Auto Cop has also got no reply.

mithun · 18th August 2008, 13:46

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Originally Posted by m_upreti

Hi,

Any inputs on where to find the Auto Cop XS Battery, in Navi Mumbai.

One of the Remotes is no longer working probably the battery is run down, the other one is still functioning.

But I am unable to get the battery any where in Navi Mumbai, I tried a couple of Car & Accessary dealers to no avail.

Putting a mail to Auto Cop has also got no reply.

Go to the Autocop service center.

akshat21 · 19th August 2008, 15:11

Skoda's Built in Alarm System... Works like a charm and never lets the car start without the right key..

mithun · 21st August 2008, 07:09

My Autocop's sound alarms are not working after just 1.5 years. I had expected better quality from Autocop.

BaCkSeAtDrIVeR · 21st August 2008, 07:20

My autocop remote uses same battery as used in the audio remote (that is what I think - from a visual examination). It will be better to take out the remote battery and ask an electronics dealer.

muralisk · 21st August 2008, 07:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zappo

Even those huge and visible (a big visual deterrent) steering locks are useful.

It is called Club and looks like this. Not sure if we get these in India, but all my friends who live in NYC area, use this all the time. It costs about $35 (on Amazon).

rajiv.kulkarni · 21st August 2008, 09:11

I have the default Hyundai 3 button security system, small button used to turn on the light and also acts as a mute button. I can mute the alarm when using it @ night times, saves the wrath of sleepy neighbours

My car is parked in the safe vicinity of my apartment and inside the office compound.

Thanks,
Rajiv

gpa · 21st August 2008, 17:04

Hi Everyone,

I recently purchased an Alto LXi in May 2008, got a Maruti Genuine Accessory (MGA) Nippon secirity system fitted at the dealer itself.

Its features are as follows:
1. Its a clamp-on system & therefore, no cutting/splicing of original wiring
2. Keyless entry with remote central locking/unlocking
3. Two stage impact sensor
4. Door/Trunk/Bonnet protection
5. Starter Immobiliser
6. Auto Rearm
7. Valet Mode
8. Passive Arming & locking
9. Anti Hijack mode
10. Personalised Pincode

This system comes with a 3 year warranty. Its been close to 3 months now and I have not had any problems with this system. Initially, the doors used to unlock when I turned off the ignition at traffic lights, but I tweaked that by reading through the manual and disabling the feature. The doors automatically lock once the vehicle crosses a speed of 20 kmph which is very useful.

Also, my Alto LXi comes factory fitted iCATS system so I got this security system for added convenience and safety. I paid Rs. 5,200/- for this.

Prowler · 22nd December 2008, 13:58

The Minda keyless entry system sold by Tata motors for fitting onto a Tata Safari has only lock/unlock facility. It comes with an immobilizer facility which is built into the ECU. The question is the same manufacturer sells under the name of Fort Knox - a three key remote lock, which backs up as a security device.

I had fitted this in my earlier car - another Safari. Will I contravene the guarantee agreement if I fit this into my new Safari ?

Any insight will be much appreciated.

Note from Team-BHP Support : Thread MERGED. Please use the search feature before creating a new thread on a topic that might already exist. Please continue your discussion in an existing thread. This will keep all the relevant information in one place and make it easier for readers in the future.

Prowler · 5th January 2009, 16:34

I am worried about the manufacturer warranty on this car as any third party installation might affect this.
Anyone know about this ?

15th April 2008, 20:45	#109
clevermax Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Tvm/Amsterdam Posts: 2,086 Thanked: 2,640 Times View My Garage	My car's security system: None Opinion: Really great!! Since I have a Palio, I never thought about installing a security system.
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28th April 2008, 16:16	#110
cancerm BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 149 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	Hi Guys I want ot know is Viper car security systems available in India?? i went thru their site & their systems looks promissing. Viper - Remote Start - Viper 5500 Rgds
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13th August 2008, 18:44	#111
m_upreti Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 1,587 Thanked: 319 Times View My Garage	Unable to Find Auto Cop XS Battery Hi, Any inputs on where to find the Auto Cop XS Battery, in Navi Mumbai. One of the Remotes is no longer working probably the battery is run down, the other one is still functioning. But I am unable to get the battery any where in Navi Mumbai, I tried a couple of Car & Accessary dealers to no avail. Putting a mail to Auto Cop has also got no reply.
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19th August 2008, 15:11	#113
akshat21 BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: India Posts: 30 Thanked: 0 Times	Skoda's Built in Alarm System... Works like a charm and never lets the car start without the right key..
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21st August 2008, 07:09	#114
mithun BANNED Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Cochin Posts: 2,195 Thanked: 268 Times	My Autocop's sound alarms are not working after just 1.5 years. I had expected better quality from Autocop.
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21st August 2008, 07:20	#115
BaCkSeAtDrIVeR BANNED Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kochi Posts: 2,522 Thanked: 752 Times	My autocop remote uses same battery as used in the audio remote (that is what I think - from a visual examination). It will be better to take out the remote battery and ask an electronics dealer.
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21st August 2008, 09:11	#117
rajiv.kulkarni BHPian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 91 Thanked: 20 Times View My Garage	Hyundai three button remote I have the default Hyundai 3 button security system, small button used to turn on the light and also acts as a mute button. I can mute the alarm when using it @ night times, saves the wrath of sleepy neighbours My car is parked in the safe vicinity of my apartment and inside the office compound. Thanks, Rajiv
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21st August 2008, 17:04	#118
gpa Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,789 Thanked: 340 Times	Maruti Nippon Security System-Alto LXi Hi Everyone, I recently purchased an Alto LXi in May 2008, got a Maruti Genuine Accessory (MGA) Nippon secirity system fitted at the dealer itself. Its features are as follows: 1. Its a clamp-on system & therefore, no cutting/splicing of original wiring 2. Keyless entry with remote central locking/unlocking 3. Two stage impact sensor 4. Door/Trunk/Bonnet protection 5. Starter Immobiliser 6. Auto Rearm 7. Valet Mode 8. Passive Arming & locking 9. Anti Hijack mode 10. Personalised Pincode This system comes with a 3 year warranty. Its been close to 3 months now and I have not had any problems with this system. Initially, the doors used to unlock when I turned off the ignition at traffic lights, but I tweaked that by reading through the manual and disabling the feature. The doors automatically lock once the vehicle crosses a speed of 20 kmph which is very useful. Also, my Alto LXi comes factory fitted iCATS system so I got this security system for added convenience and safety. I paid Rs. 5,200/- for this.
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22nd December 2008, 13:58	#119
Prowler BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Madras Posts: 774 Thanked: 1,326 Times	Keyless Entry - Remote Key The Minda keyless entry system sold by Tata motors for fitting onto a Tata Safari has only lock/unlock facility. It comes with an immobilizer facility which is built into the ECU. The question is the same manufacturer sells under the name of Fort Knox - a three key remote lock, which backs up as a security device. I had fitted this in my earlier car - another Safari. Will I contravene the guarantee agreement if I fit this into my new Safari ? Any insight will be much appreciated. Note from Team-BHP Support : Thread MERGED. Please use the search feature before creating a new thread on a topic that might already exist. Please continue your discussion in an existing thread. This will keep all the relevant information in one place and make it easier for readers in the future. Last edited by Jaggu : 22nd December 2008 at 14:24. Reason: Please continue in one of the existing thread. Use search option.
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5th January 2009, 16:34	#120
Prowler BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Madras Posts: 774 Thanked: 1,326 Times	I am worried about the manufacturer warranty on this car as any third party installation might affect this. Anyone know about this ?
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