Vehicle Locks Resource

Vehicle Locks

A guide to install Vehicle Locks for FiveM

📋 Table of Contents

🎯 Overview
🛒 Purchase Information
📦 Installation Process
⚠️ Important Pre-Installation Notes
🔧 System Requirements & Compatibility
⚙️ Configuration Setup
🎮 How It Works
🔗 Integration & Compatibility
🛠️ Troubleshooting
💡 Best Practices
🆘 Support

🎯 Overview

This script allows you to lock and unlock vehicles with enhanced functionality. It’s designed to be built further upon and serves as an excellent learning resource for developers. Enjoy the flexibility and customization options!

Key Features

✅ Vehicle Locking System - Lock and unlock vehicles with ease
✅ Developer Friendly - Built for further development and customization
✅ Learning Resource - Excellent codebase for developers to learn from
✅ Sound Integration - Optional sound effects for enhanced experience
✅ Customizable - Easy to modify and extend functionality
✅ Lightweight - Minimal performance impact
✅ Universal Compatibility - Works with any FiveM server

🛒 Purchase Information

Get Vehicle Locks for FiveM:

Purchase on Nights Software Store

📦 Installation Process

Step 1: Download Resource

Download this resource via CFX Portal Assets after purchasing.

Step 2: Install Resource

Extract the ZIP package to your local machine
Transfer files using binary FTP mode to your server’s resources folder
Ensure the folder is named night_vehicle_locks (do not rename)

Step 3: Server Configuration

Add the resource to your server.cfg:

ensure night_vehicle_locks

Step 4: Configure Settings

Open /config/config.lua in your preferred editor
Configure lock settings and preferences
Test the resource functionality

⚠️ Important Pre-Installation Notes

Critical Installation Order: Always follow this exact sequence to avoid parsing errors in the F8 console:

Download ZIP Package from CFX Portal

Unpack in a folder on your local machine

Set your File Transfer Protocol (FTP) type to binary

Drag files from local machine to server resources folder

Add to server.cfg (ensure script)

Boot up the server

Support Policy: Follow this guide step by step. If you’re stuck, ask for support in our Discord and provide the specific step name. Do not skip steps.

🔧 System Requirements & Compatibility

Framework Compatibility

✅ Standalone: Works independently without any framework

OneSync Compatibility

✅ OneSync Legacy: Fully tested and compatible
✅ OneSync Infinity: Fully tested and compatible

Dependencies

Optional: PlayCustomSounds resource (by LondonStudios) for sound integrations

Note: Vehicle Locks is designed to work with any FiveM server configuration and includes optional sound integration.

⚙️ Configuration Setup

Required Tools

Visual Studio Code: We recommend downloading VS Code for editing Lua files.

Configuration Files

File	Purpose
`night_vehicle_locks/config/config.lua`	Main configuration and lock settings
`night_vehicle_locks/client/c_functions.lua`	Client-side functions
`night_vehicle_locks/server/s_functions.lua`	Server-side functions

Configuration Process

Open VS Code and navigate to the config files
Read thoroughly - each line has explanatory comments
Configure lock settings - customize locking behavior and preferences
Test frequently - use F8 console for error checking

Lock Configuration: Customize vehicle locking behavior and integrate with your server’s systems.

🎮 How It Works

Lock System

Lock/Unlock Vehicles - Simple and intuitive vehicle locking mechanism
Key Management - Handle vehicle keys and access control
State Management - Track vehicle lock status across the server
Player Interaction - Easy-to-use locking interface

Configuration Options

Lock Behavior - Customize how locking/unlocking works
Key System - Configure vehicle key requirements
Sound Effects - Optional sound integration for enhanced experience
Visual Feedback - Customize lock/unlock animations and effects
Integration Settings - Connect with other vehicle systems

Developer Features

Extensible Codebase - Built for further development and customization
Learning Resource - Excellent code structure for developers to learn from
API Access - Developer-friendly functions for custom implementations
Event System - Hook into lock events for custom functionality
Modular Design - Easy to extend and modify

🔗 Integration & Compatibility

Framework Support

Standalone - Works independently without framework dependencies
Universal Integration - Compatible with any FiveM server setup

Script Integration

Vehicle Management - Integrate with existing vehicle systems
Key Systems - Connect with vehicle key management scripts
Security Systems - Enhance vehicle security and access control
Custom Scripts - Perfect foundation for building custom vehicle systems

Sound Integration

PlayCustomSounds - Optional integration with LondonStudios sound resource
Custom Audio - Add realistic lock/unlock sound effects
Audio Customization - Configure sound preferences and volumes

Server Integration

Universal Compatibility - Works with any FiveM server setup
Performance Optimized - Efficient lock management and operation
Easy Integration - Simple setup and configuration

Vehicle Security: Vehicle Locks enhances vehicle security and provides a foundation for custom vehicle management systems.

🛠️ Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Lock Not Working

Ensure the resource is properly started in server.cfg

Check that the resource name is night_vehicle_locks

Verify lock configuration in config.lua

Sound Not Playing

Check if PlayCustomSounds resource is installed (optional dependency)

Verify sound file paths and configurations

Ensure audio settings are properly configured

Configuration Errors

Check the config.lua file for syntax errors

Verify lock settings are correctly configured

Test with default settings first

Debugging Tips

Check F8 Console - Look for any error messages
Test Lock Functionality - Verify basic lock/unlock operations
Verify Resource Loading - Ensure resource starts without errors
Check File Permissions - Ensure all files are accessible

💡 Best Practices

Lock System Design

User-Friendly Interface - Ensure locking/unlocking is intuitive
Consistent Behavior - Maintain consistent lock behavior across vehicles
Security Considerations - Implement proper access control
Performance Optimization - Monitor lock system performance

Configuration Tips

Key Management - Design logical key systems for vehicle access
Sound Integration - Use appropriate sound effects for lock/unlock actions
Visual Feedback - Provide clear visual indicators for lock status
Integration Planning - Plan integration with other vehicle systems

Development Best Practices

Code Structure - Use the provided codebase as a learning resource
- Extensibility - Build upon the existing functionality
Documentation - Document any custom modifications
Testing - Thoroughly test all lock functionality

Integration Best Practices

Vehicle Systems - Integrate with existing vehicle management scripts
Security Systems - Connect with server security and access control
User Experience - Ensure smooth and intuitive lock operation
Performance Monitoring - Monitor resource performance and optimization

🆘 Support

Read through the instructions again if you have not managed to install the resource. Can’t get it to work still? Create a ticket through our dedicated support system in Discord:

Nights Software Discord