Keyless entry installation?

NICKY96

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1996 NISSAN SENTRA
1.6L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
170,000 MILES

I have the car listed above GXE and I know that on some models it has keyless entry but mine doesn't. On the fuse box junction relay unit, it has the spot for the relay but there's no wires or connections for it. Is it possible to wire it to have keyless entry?

Thursday, July 11th, 2024 AT 7:50 AM

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STEVE W.

MECHANIC
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Possible - Yes. Easy or cost effective - No. For that system you would need to add multiple relays and a harness as well as 2 modules in addition to getting the correct remote fobs that would pair with the entry module. The remote entry on that car includes antitheft so it also needs the parts for that as well. In this case it would likely be easier and much less money to have an aftermarket unit installed by a good shop. The attached shows the components in the system. As your car doesn't have the option already you are missing the entry horn, the two relays, the smart entrance module, the hood switch, plus some associated wiring.

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