4 Reasons Why Motorhome Keyless Entry is Money Well Spent
Every motorhome owner should prioritize their motorhome’s security, seeing that these vehicles are a common target for thieves, and they will not always be around to keep watch of their prized possession. For this reason, motorhome owners should be willing to invest in securing these massive investments.
Various measures can be taken to secure a motorhome, and one of those measures is installing a keyless entry lock on your motorhome’s doors. These tiny devices are beginning to receive much attention because traditional RV locks cannot rival the security they offer. This article will highlight reasons investing in a keyless entry lock for your motorhome is worth it. Please ensure to read to the end for more exciting information.
What Are Keyless Entry Locks?
These are special locks that the motorhome owner can program to use specific PINs to unlock and lock the vehicle. These locks do not require traditional keys to lock and unlock the vehicle. However, some keyless locks come with traditional keys for cases where the motorhome owners forget their PIN.
Reasons Keyless Entry Locks Are Worth the Money
Specific reasons highlight why keyless locks are an ideal investment for your motorhome’s door. Some of these reasons are:
1) Maximum security is ensured
The problem with traditional locks is that they are designed to have slight variation; another motorhome’s key opening your RV is very likely. However, the variations are very high with keyless locks because each owner programs a unique OIN they can use to unlock their vehicle. The chances of another PIN opening your vehicle are unlikely.
2) It can be integrated with your motorhome’s security system
Keyless locks can be integrated into your motorhome’s security system. It triggers the alarm when an unauthorized person attempts to enter the vehicle. You can also monitor your vehicle from a distance and control who is granted access to your vehicle using your mobile phone or other gadgets.
3) They allow maximum control
With traditional locks, maximum control of who is granted access to your vehicle is not present. However, you have absolute control over who is granted access to your vehicle with a keyless lock. You can program the locks to have different keys (PIN) while retaining the master key (PIN). This allows for secrecy as you can quickly delete the key you gave to another person to access the vehicle while you retain your master key.
4) It eliminates the need to carry a physical key
There are cases where you go for an adventure and cannot bring your keys with you to avoid misplacing them. Your keys can be taken with you everywhere in keyless locks without any fear of misplacing them. The only scenario of misplacing a key is if you forget your PIN, this is why some keyless locks come with physical keys that allow you to override the lock’s programming.
How Keyless Entry Locks Work
Motorhome keyless entry locks can either be powered separately by batteries or by your motorhome’s electrical system. It’s important to note that if you choose to use batteries, they will eventually need to be replaced. If the batteries suddenly die and you don’t have replacements on hand, then your keyless entry system will not work until new batteries are installed.
Motorhome doors have electrical wiring which runs through them for the purpose of powering other electronic devices, and this is what you utilise when powering the keyless entry lock.
Things to consider when choosing a motorhome keyless entry lock
- Does the motorhome keyless entry lock come equipped with its own remote (fob)?
- How much does it cost? Motorhome keyless entry locks can cost anywhere from $100 to well over $500
- Is it waterproof?
- How much maintenance does it require?
- How difficult is the lock to pry open?
- How much warranty does the device carry?
- What do existing customers say about it? What do they like and dislike about it? Finding reviews online should be easy. If the consensus is largely negative, then it’s best to find another product
- Does the motorhome keyless entry lock contain a deadbolt for added security?
- Are you able to store multiple PIN access codes?
- Is it easy to install? A high-quality keyless entry lock should require very little adjustments to be made – if any, to your motorhome door
- And finally, does the design of the locking mechanism seamlessly match the rest of your vehicle, or is it ugly?
Installation
Most motorhome keyless entry devices are not too difficult to install and the procedure is similar to installing an ordinary house door lock. If you’re not fond of the idea of installing a new lock, then simply consult motorhome mobile serviceman or a certified motorhome service centre.
The steps for installing a motorhome keyless entry lock are as follows:
- Disassemble and remove the existing motorhome lock
- Confirm that the new lock fits securely into the space provided, or make alterations to accommodate it
- Connect the front and rear components
- Set up the PIN code according to supplied instructions
Note – it’s a good idea to always confirm the size of the motorhome keyless entry lock before making the purchase.
Conclusion
Motorhome keyless entry locks offer a wide range of benefits that provide your vehicle with a far greater level of security over traditional door locks. In addition to the convenience of being able to access your motorhome without an ordinary key, high-quality keyless entry devices make it much tougher for wannabe thieves to break into your RV.
Keyless entry locks give you the ability to store multiple PIN codes, giving you the ability to supply PIN codes to friends and family, without the need to ever reveal your master key code to them. This is ideal for allowing those you trust, to enter your vehicle and access your fridge, use the toilet and so on.
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