How to Turn Off an Anti-Theft System
Are you tired of living with an anti-theft system that seems more annoying than useful? Do you need to turn it off but don’t know where to start? You’ve come to the right place!
What is an Anti-Theft System?
Before we dive into turning off an anti-theft system, let’s talk about what it actually does. An anti-theft system is a protection measure installed in vehicles and valuables to prevent them from being stolen or illegally transferred. It’s commonly referred to as an Anti Theft Alarm System (ATES).
How an Anti-Theft System Works
When an anti-theft system is activated, it triggers an alarm upon entry into the vehicle. If the alarm is left disarmed for an extended period, it may deploy, rendering the vehicle stolen and rendering the owner unaware until it’s too late. ATES can activate or disengage through electronic codes, smart keys, and sometimes, physical breakouts.
Why would You want to Turn it Off?
There could be various reasons why you want to turn off the anti-theft system:
- To improve driving experience, some systems can inhibit radio functions or create disruptions for GPS systems, limiting usability during trips.
- You are performing courtesy inspections, repairs, or tune-ups and want to test components without triggering alarm bells.
- There’s concern regarding the system’s complexity: sometimes, the algorithm needs a restart or upgrade to repair known bugs.
- Or maybe simply that the anti-theft system has cease functioning correctly; perhaps due to poor installations or technical issues making adjustments, disabling, re-programming or replacement becoming necessities.
Now that we’ve mentioned when to disable an alarm let’s look at turning them off for your comfort:
**Common Places to Turn Off An Anti-Theft System**
You may have seen specific devices and keys in our vicinity or inside your
home for easy quick turning on/off:
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Table: Anti-Theft Disarming Methods
Devices Description
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Keystone – Hidden Keystones installed throughout
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– Physical activation (fob-free car) requires direct action
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OBD2 (S-can)
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Magnetic Connectors and Electronic Pin-Connected Systems with no Keys or Key Fobs
Devices in your house for switching an anti-theft
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