Passat VW OEM Alarm Kit - What does it do?

mnm2008

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DFW
TDI
2013 VW Passat TDI SE DSG
I have a 2013 TDI SE & I dont see Alarm Kit as an Option on my Spec Sheet.
I have the "Red" LED Like Light on my Drivers side door & The Red Button on the Keyfob does the Panic thing..

So what does this VW OEM Alarm Kit do different?
 

mrmoto35

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Aug 14, 2013
Location
Cypress, CA
TDI
'13 Passat TDI SE w/SR
Long story short you can enable the factory alarm in VCDS and save the money on an alarm kit, which is a waste of money, in my opinion.
I have to agree. I did break down and bought the hood-open sensor but it was $28 and it so no big deal and it is not required. No way was I going to spend the money for the siren horn and pull the wipers/tray out to install it when the stock horn can be used and from what I have read is much louder.

Just a side note...Whenever I have filled out an application for auto insurance one of the many questions asked it "does the vehicle have alarm?" so it does save you money by having enabled.
 
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