Thursday, March 12, 2009
- Alarm systems can be effective, but unfortunately are often ignored ($100-$900). There are many different types of alarm systems available to the consumer. The basic alarm systems are affordable and are designed go off if someone opens a door or even touches the car while the system is activated. They often come with a dash board mounted LED warning light to notify would be thieves that the car is equipped with an alarm system.
- Electronic keys. An Electronic key is one that is equipped with a small computer chip which interfaces with a second chip in the ignition mechanism. The second chip then sends a signal to a third chip located in the vehicles main computer panel which controls the electrical system and the flow of fuel to the engine. If the proper key is not inserted in the ignition, the vehicle simply will not start. It doesn't matter if the ignition is punched out or if the steering column is cracked. The car is completely disabled without the key. The only way to take a vehicle equipped with this system is to pull it onto a flat bed truck and drive it away. The system can be defeated but it is a very time consuming process which requires a level of sophistication not found in your typical auto thief. Ford and GM offer these systems as standard equipment on luxury cars. The Ford system is called "Pass Key" and the GM system is called "VATS" ( Vehicle Anti Theft System).
- Kill switches or Ignition interrupt. Our strongest recommendation is that all vehicles be protected by an ignition interrupt device. By using a hidden switch or special key, Ignition interrupt devices prevent almost all auto theft. We strongly urge you to have one installed. Kill switches, vehicle immobilizers, interrupts, and fuse cut-off devices can be purchased from private vehicle security shops. Private firms offer a wide array of anti theft systems and some are very sophisticated. An electronic key system can be installed on any vehicle and if you wish greater protection a wide array of options are available through these vehicle security firms. Listed below are some of the options that may be available:
- Starter /Fuel Interrupt- requires special key or keypad to start car.
- Remote engine starter/disabler-owner can perform functions with hand held remote.
- Ignition-controlled door lock safety system-doors lock/unlock automatically.
- Programmable passive arming 30 sec after last door is closed.
- Remote keyless entry.
- Built-in perimeter sensing.
- Paging capabilities to notify you if alarm in activated.
- Digital keypad starter disable.
- Smart Valet capabilities allow valet to park vehicle without learning secret codes.
- Tilt sensors.
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