7 yale assure lock 2 Features You’ll Love

Ever fumbled for keys in the dark? You’re not alone.
Sixty percent of homeowners still do.
But what if your deadbolt could remember your code?

Meet the Yale Assure Lock 2. It has a smooth metal faceplate and a backlit 12-button touchscreen (a glass panel that lights up when you tap). The numbers glow with a soft LED gleam. And every press gives a satisfying click.

This lock can hold up to 250 unique codes. Family, friends, or service pros each get their own code. No keys needed. Just punch in, push the door, and you’re in.

Ready for hassle-free entry?
Here are seven Yale Assure Lock 2 features you’ll love.

Yale Assure Lock 2 Overview and Core Benefits

Meet the Yale Assure Lock 2. It’s our smart deadbolt with a smooth metal face and a backlit 12-button touchscreen (a glass panel that lights up when you tap). You can set up to 250 unique codes for easy, keyless entry.

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• Base Assure Lock 2 starts at $159.99. It has a tactile keypad plus a backup key slot.
• Assure Lock 2 Touch starts at $199.99 and adds a biometric fingerprint sensor (a reader that checks your unique fingertip pattern).
• Assure Lock 2 Plus starts at $209.99. It drops the keys and keypad for a sleek touchscreen-only design and works with Apple Home Key on your iPhone or Apple Watch.

This deadbolt earned a UL Grade 2 and BHMA rating for toughness. It fits standard North American door prep and runs on four AA batteries that last about a year. Solid.

Want remote control? Just snap in an $80 Wi-Fi module. You can also plug in a Z-Wave Plus add-on to connect with SmartThings or Ring Alarm.

Yale Assure Lock 2 Installation Guide and Compatibility

Preparing Door and Tools

First, let’s check your door. Most North American doors use a 2 3/8-inch or 2 3/4-inch backset (the distance from the edge to the center of the hole). That means you probably won’t need extra drilling.
Use a tape measure to confirm your backset. Then grab a Phillips screwdriver and a drill. Make sure the door edge is square and nothing is blocking your latch path.

Mounting and Backset Setup

Slide the latch into the door edge with the angled side facing the strike. Flip the backset plate (a small metal piece that shifts the latch) to match your measurement. Hold the outside keypad unit against the door. Align the bolt with the latch and loosely fasten a couple screws.
Position the strike plate on the frame. Check that the deadbolt slides in without a hitch. Then tighten all screws until they feel firm. Solid.

Connecting Electronics

Now comes the fun part – hooking up the electronics.
Seat the touchscreen keypad on the outside of the door and feed the cable through the center hole. On the inside, attach the mounting plate and plug the ribbon cable into the circuit board (the lock’s brain).
Snap in four AA batteries beside the thumb turn. Close the cover. Turn the thumb piece to test power and hear a reassuring click as the bolt throws smoothly.

Step	Description
Measure backset	Confirm door backset is 2 3/8″ or 2 3/4″
Install latch	Insert latch into door edge and adjust backset plate
Secure exterior unit	Align touchscreen and feed cables through door
Attach interior housing	Connect ribbon cable and mount interior module
Power on and function-test	Insert batteries and test motor and keypad

Yale Assure Lock 2 App Setup and Smart Home Integration

First, grab your phone, iPhone or Android, and head to the App Store or Google Play. Search for Yale Access and tap Install. Open the app and tap Create Account. Follow the prompts to verify your email and pick a strong password. When you sign in, you’ll land on the Devices screen, ready to pair your lock.

Pairing via Bluetooth

Tap the smooth Yale logo on your lock three times until a soft LED glow appears on its faceplate. In the Yale Access app, tap Add Device and choose Bluetooth pairing (a wireless short-range link). Enter the programming code printed on the back of the interior module when prompted. Setup completes in about 30 seconds, just like pairing your headphones. Solid.

Adding the Wi-Fi Module

Open the battery cover and snap in the Wi-Fi Bridge (the small box that links your lock to your home network). Close the housing until you hear a reassuring click. In the app, go to Settings > Modules > Add Wi-Fi. Select your network, type in the password, and tap Connect. The lock’s LED will blink twice and the app will show “Online” when it’s linked.

Integrating with Smart Home Platforms

You can connect Yale Assure Lock 2 to voice assistants and smart hubs:

• Amazon Alexa: In the Alexa app, tap Skills, search for Yale Access, and hit Enable. Sign in with your Yale credentials.
• Google Home: Tap +, select Set up device, choose Works with Google, then pick Yale Access.
• Apple Home Key (Plus model only): Open Apple’s Home app, tap +, and scan the setup code on your lock packaging.
• Z-Wave Plus: Snap in the Z-Wave Plus module on the lock, open your SmartThings or Ring Alarm hub, and add “Yale Z-Wave” as a new device.

Now let’s test it. Say “Alexa, lock the front door” or “Hey Google, is the door locked?” You’ll get a confirming click and status update in your app. Peace of mind.

Yale Assure Lock 2 Battery Management and Maintenance

Your Yale Assure Lock 2 runs on four AA alkaline batteries (standard household cells). With normal daily use, you’ll get about a year before swapping. The matte touchscreen and smart motor sip power, so you’re not changing cells every few months. Keep a fresh pack of AAs in your drawer for that annual swap.

Solid.

Low battery warnings glow on the keypad and pop up in the Yale Access app when you fall below 20 percent power. If the lock ever goes dark while you’re typing your code, give it a boost. Touch a 9-volt battery to the two metal contacts by the keypad, like jump-starting a car. You’ll hear the motor spin and then your code will let you in.

Regular check-ups help the lock stay smooth and snappy. Once a year, do these quick steps:

• Swap in new AA alkaline batteries.
• Gently wipe the touchscreen with a soft cloth to remove dust and fingerprints.
• Test the DoorSense sensor (a magnetic switch that tells the lock if your door is closed) and tweak its alignment if needed.

Back to your lock setup… This simple routine keeps notifications honest and your door clicking with confidence.

Yale Assure Lock 2 Advanced Troubleshooting Tips

Having trouble pairing your Yale Assure Lock 2 in SmartThings even after snapping in the Z-Wave module? Um, first check that the metal module clicks fully into place. Then open the SmartThings app and run the Z-Wave exclusion (like wiping the slate clean) before adding the lock again as “Yale Z-Wave.” That usually fixes the pesky “no device found” message.

When your keypad only shows “1” and refuses your master code, grab the programming code (the long setup number) from the Yale Access app. Enter that number whenever the lock flashes a lone “1.” If it still balks, pull the batteries, wait ten seconds, and start over. You’ll hear a reassuring click when it finally accepts.

Outdated firmware can be a sneaky villain. Open Yale Access, head to Settings, and run a firmware update before any reset or re-pair. If the app starts spinning or drops its link, force-close it, reboot your phone, and try again on the same Wi-Fi network.

For a deep factory reset, pull out the battery pack and press-and-hold the reset button inside for 10 seconds. Listen for two quick beeps. Then tuck the batteries back in.

Back in SmartThings, run the Z-Wave exclusion via the Advanced Web App. Then do a code reset in the Yale Access app and add your lock like new. Peace of mind is back.

Yale Assure Lock 2 vs Other Smart Locks Performance

Let’s compare the Yale Assure Lock 2 to some popular smart locks. We’ll look at code capacity, keypad style, and door-sensor reliability.

Feature	Kwikset	Schlage	August	Yale Assure Lock 2
Code Capacity	100 codes	–	–	250 codes
Keypad Style	–	mechanical pad with clicky feel	–	backlit touchscreen with crisp clicks
Door Sensor Reliability	–	–	sometimes misses a closed door	consistent door-closed detection

7 Yale Assure Lock 2 Features You’ll Love

Yale gives the Assure Lock 2 a limited three-year parts and finish warranty. At Starlight Hardware we back that up with hands-on support from our factory in China. We also run each lock through tough quality-control testing. Um, every lock arrives calibrated and ready. No surprises.

This lock holds UL certification (tested for safety and performance by Underwriters Laboratories) and a BHMA Grade 2 rating (Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association). That means real-world durability. It’s passed 100,000 lock and unlock cycles – like using it twice a day for nearly 140 years. We’ve also tossed it into salt-spray corrosion tests and extreme-temperature trials.

Slide your finger across the smooth metal faceplate. Press the PIN-pad (a keypad for entering your code) and hear a soft click. Solid. You get that reassuring click and steadfast security day after day.

Buying options: Available through authorized Starlight Hardware suppliers.

Final Words

We dove into Yale Assure Lock 2’s features and models, from the Base keypad to the fingerprint-equipped Touch and Apple Home Key–ready Plus.

Step-by-step, we covered installation, app pairing, and smart home integration with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or Z-Wave.

You got battery tips, troubleshooting fixes, and a quick look at how it stacks up against Kwikset, August, and Schlage.

Finally, we shared buying options, warranty details, and support links. We hope you’re ready to upgrade to yale assure lock 2 with confidence.

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