2008 Camry CE Keyless Entry - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

NotMine · 03-18-2008, 01:09 PM

Hello,

My parents just purchased a 2008 Camry CE I4 Automatic. I would like to add keyless entry for them. I've searched through the forum but did not see anything specific to the 2008 regarding the Corolla/Camry Keyless Entry Kit (00016-32901). I would like to try to use a Toyota part first, if not then we will go aftermarket. I know there have been multiple topics previously regarding adding keyless but nothing specific to this part or actual success stories on a 2008.

I was wondering if anyone has tried to use this kit on a 2008. This part states it is for a 2007.

More info on this kit:

http://www.trdsparks.com/displaypart...&parts_id=1324

Installation Guide here:

http://www.trdsparks.com/install/00016-32901inst.pdf

Any help would be appreciated (except for "you should have bought an LE")

TRD VVTi · 03-18-2008, 01:21 PM

I doubt that there are any changes for the '08. Call the Toyota dealer to be sure. They will update much faster than the website, I'm sure.

You should have bought an LE...

GT-R · 03-18-2008, 01:27 PM

Does the CE come with power door locks? If not then it won't do you any good. You should've bought the LE, not much difference in MSRP.

07-09 are the same.

TRD VVTi · 03-18-2008, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by trdcamry08

Does the CE come with power door locks? If not then it won't do you any good.

Excellent point! I'm not sure if they do either.

NotMine · 03-18-2008, 01:47 PM

Thanks for the replies so far...

The 2008 CE does come with power locks, just not a keyfob where you can unlock the doors. I'll have to look at the instructions and compare it to what I see on the car itself.

Keep the responses coming!

Thanks

GT-R · 03-18-2008, 01:54 PM

Well, if it does then I would take it to the dealer and let them do it for you (parts + installation).

Because if you do it yourself, say you miscut the wires, you'll void the warranty for sure.

Oh, here's a tip that might work:

Do you remember the salesman you bought the car from? Or the manager? Go up to them and ask for an employee discount, usually 30% off.

Supra7m · 03-18-2008, 06:58 PM

Go to ziebart they will install it for about 300 with remote start. Toyota will charge you your thumb and right nut.

Eyekutr · 03-18-2008, 11:22 PM

Just go get an alarm installed for like 100 -150 bucks and youre done

niko3257 · 03-18-2008, 11:29 PM

go aftermarket way better stuff out there

Tarkus7 · 03-18-2008, 11:59 PM

Is there any concern about aftermarket alarm installs voiding your warranty if anything electrical at all goes wrong in your car? Even if you use a reputable shop, things can happen. Are the chances virtually nil? Are people taking much of a chance? Just curious.

touringcamry · 03-19-2008, 12:06 AM

The only difference between CE and LE is keyless entry and power driver seat and option packages. Everything else is the same.

You can have the dealer add keyless but I almost guarantee you it won't be a Toyota brand item and you won't get the Toyota keys with built in remotes. They're just going to outsource it to some local shop.

TRD VVTi · 03-19-2008, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by touringcamry

You can have the dealer add keyless but I almost guarantee you it won't be a Toyota brand item and you won't get the Toyota keys with built in remotes. They're just going to outsource it to some local shop.

Really? I've never seen a dealer outsource a Toyota keyless entry system to another shop. No, you won't get Toyota keys with the remote on the key, but you will get the key fobs.

The OP asked about a Toyota keyless entry system.

lollonais · 03-19-2008, 07:18 AM

If you are savvy with electronics, you can install an alarm system yourself and save. I installed a prestige alarm for $80 from ebay. I did not want to pay $2000 more for keyless entry and power seats for an LE, so I went with the CE. Or you can do what the other guys said, have it installed at a reputable alarm place for $100. It wont void your warranty unless the alarm caused something to go wrong. Say, your starter is messed up, then the dealer can say its because of the alarm, but they will have to prove it. LE is no different than an CE but for the keyless entry/trunk solenoid and power seats. So dont feel bad for getting it. If it did not have power windows or power locks, then I can see getting an LE. Good luck.

akira751 · 03-19-2008, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by TRD VVTi

Really? I've never seen a dealer outsource a Toyota keyless entry system to another shop. No, you won't get Toyota keys with the remote on the key, but you will get the key fobs.

The OP asked about a Toyota keyless entry system.

Very true we do all the work in house and install a after market keyless system.

GT-R · 03-19-2008, 11:35 AM

Well, if you want to go aftermarket, then go with AutoMate / Viper / Clifford (same company).