Monthly Archives: March 2013

The (Sometimes) Confusing World of DEI Aftermarket Alarm System Remote Controls

Directed Electronics, better known as DEI, is one of the powerhouses of the aftermarket auto alarm system business. They market systems and remotes under brands that include Avital, AutoMate, Clifford, Matrix, Python, Viper and others. Buying a replacement car remote … Continue reading

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Two-Way Aftermarket Alarm Systems

Many newer aftermarket alarm systems are two-way systems. This enables a user to get feedback from his or her vehicle about the status of the alarm system. The vast majority of these systems use a remote control that has an … Continue reading

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Ford Proximity (“Smart Key”) Keyless Entry Remote Controls

Someone asked why Ford has not introduced proximity remote controls and push-button start on its vehicles. The answer is that Ford has started offering proximity remotes and push-button start in limited cases. 2011-12 Ford Explorers had an optional package that … Continue reading

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GM Car Remote Start Keyfob with FCC ID KOBGT04A

Yesterday’s blog prompted a question about remote start. A visitor asked if there are also two separate 5-button keyfobs for GM sedans equipped with remote start. The answer is no. Even though GM sedans that were not equipped with remote … Continue reading

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FCC ID KOBGT04A – GM Keyless Entry Remote Controls

If you are buying a replacement remote control for your GM car or truck and your original remote has FCC ID KOBGT04A on the back, be a little cautious when purchasing a replacement. Not all of the remotes with FCC … Continue reading

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CrimeStopper Companion Remote Controls

I recently posted about CrimeStopper 2-way LCD remote controls that have FCC ID M65TR5C. I mentioned that there are also 1-way companion remotes that work with systems that use these 2-way remotes. A blog reader asked me if I would … Continue reading

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2000 and 2001 Nissan Pathfinder Keyless Entry System Remote Controls

Nissan seemed unable to decide what keyless entry system it wanted to use on Pathfinder vehicles in the 2000 and 2001 model years. Both of these years were “split years” for keyless entry remotes, meaning that different systems were used … Continue reading

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Subaru Keyless Entry Remote Control with FCC ID NHVWB1U711

Subaru vehicles owners tend to really love their vehicles. I think this is mostly because Subaru’s seem indestructible, are easy to work on mechanically, and have a fairly low lifetime cost of ownership. It may also be because of their … Continue reading

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Toyota Keyless Entry Remotes

Toyota was a cautious follower with respect to installing factory keyless entry systems on its vehicles. While GM, Ford and Chrysler moved fairly quickly toward offering factory keyless entry systems on nearly every model – at least as part of … Continue reading

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Crimestopper Remotes with FCC ID M65TR5C

Two different Crimestopper aftermarket alarm systems use remote controls with the FCC ID M65TR5C. These are both 2-way systems. The remotes with FCC ID M65TR5C are both 5-button remote transceivers with an LCD display. Note: while the two remotes have … Continue reading

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