Best kill switch recommendations
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Best kill switch recommendations
I want to install a kill switch (either remote, or physical) switch to kill the fuel pump
I found a good post that explains best way to wire it
Kill switch install
But now need recommedations
Is this one any good?
Kill switch
I found a good post that explains best way to wire it
Kill switch install
But now need recommedations
Is this one any good?
Kill switch
Last edited by Drizzt6542; Mar 7, 2024 at 08:16 AM.
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I had the AutoWatch Ghost 2 installed which is essentially the same device. Had to have it removed as it failed every time maintenance mode was activated. That mode allowed you to override the code so you could allow a service visit. That failure meant either giving the shop your code or having to have it reprogrammed every time, which for me meant a 1.5 hour round trip to the installer. For me that was too much hassle for the price. So just be careful if you get this, make sure it works properly.
Also, there was a CBC news story of an RX owner that had one or the other of these installed and had electrical problems. Lexus blamed the device and cancelled the warranty on a brand new RX. The installer said it was a Lexus problem. Owners problem was resolved when the RX was stolen after the device was removed. So I'm not sure that putting one of these in will void the warranty or not.
I use a club with a combination lock and park inside my garage most of the time.
Also, there was a CBC news story of an RX owner that had one or the other of these installed and had electrical problems. Lexus blamed the device and cancelled the warranty on a brand new RX. The installer said it was a Lexus problem. Owners problem was resolved when the RX was stolen after the device was removed. So I'm not sure that putting one of these in will void the warranty or not.
I use a club with a combination lock and park inside my garage most of the time.
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I've decided I might give one of those fake OBDII ports a go. It seems on the 2G-NX the fob relay attack and the can bus injection attack exposure is at least reduced, but I've not heard much about preventing the gaining of access to the ODBII port for programming new keys. I guess the idea is you disconnect the real port from its mount, connect a fake port to it that looks OEM and mount it to original place. The fake cable only provides power but no communications while the real port remains tucked up under dash well out of view. I guess the idea that the average "gone in 60 seconds" crook is just going to latch on by feel to the fake port, see power to his tools, but can't communicate with the car, rendering him puzzled and potentially taking much longer trying to diagnose why his tools don't work. I suppose its just a delay tactic, but the cost is cheap so potentially some bang for the buck. This might also be a good companion to a lock on the real port. Takes extra time to realize the port is fake, takes extra time to find the real port, takes extra time to figure out how to get the lock off. Your 60 seconds is up... Maybe...
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I've decided I might give one of those fake OBDII ports a go. It seems on the 2G-NX the fob relay attack and the can bus injection attack exposure is at least reduced, but I've not heard much about preventing the gaining of access to the ODBII port for programming new keys. I guess the idea is you disconnect the real port from its mount, connect a fake port to it that looks OEM and mount it to original place. The fake cable only provides power but no communications while the real port remains tucked up under dash well out of view. I guess the idea that the average "gone in 60 seconds" crook is just going to latch on by feel to the fake port, see power to his tools, but can't communicate with the car, rendering him puzzled and potentially taking much longer trying to diagnose why his tools don't work. I suppose its just a delay tactic, but the cost is cheap so potentially some bang for the buck. This might also be a good companion to a lock on the real port. Takes extra time to realize the port is fake, takes extra time to find the real port, takes extra time to figure out how to get the lock off. Your 60 seconds is up... Maybe...
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I was thinking to install IGLA on my Lexus too, but from what I have heard, IGLA is no longer works on Lexus 2024 and after, since Lexus upgraded something with security. So that was out of the window. 
I found something else that I was thinking to install on mine
(https://www.ravelco.com/) but since it is brand new vehicle 2024, the supplier of that device said that they have to figure out how it will be installed and then make the instructions for their installers. So I never heard from them back lol . It is kind of sort of old school device that they made many years ago and there were no changes in it, and there are some controversy as some say no one ever beat the device, while others say that it can be defeated with some knowledge and knowhow, but still I feel that this would be better than nothing.
I found something else that I was thinking to install on mine
(https://www.ravelco.com/) but since it is brand new vehicle 2024, the supplier of that device said that they have to figure out how it will be installed and then make the instructions for their installers. So I never heard from them back lol . It is kind of sort of old school device that they made many years ago and there were no changes in it, and there are some controversy as some say no one ever beat the device, while others say that it can be defeated with some knowledge and knowhow, but still I feel that this would be better than nothing.Trending Topics
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Drizz
Go to Rav4 forum, post there, much more activity and info there to review on the topic
did you have a link to your kill switch ?
did you have a link to your kill switch ?
Last edited by Lexicon1; Mar 9, 2024 at 09:34 PM. Reason: clarification
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I was thinking to install IGLA on my Lexus too, but from what I have heard, IGLA is no longer works on Lexus 2024 and after, since Lexus upgraded something with security. So that was out of the window.
I found something else that I was thinking to install on mine (https://www.ravelco.com/) but since it is brand new vehicle 2024, the supplier of that device said that they have to figure out how it will be installed and then make the instructions for their installers. So I never heard from them back lol . It is kind of sort of old school device that they made many years ago and there were no changes in it, and there are some controversy as some say no one ever beat the device, while others say that it can be defeated with some knowledge and knowhow, but still I feel that this would be better than nothing.
I found something else that I was thinking to install on mine
(https://www.ravelco.com/) but since it is brand new vehicle 2024, the supplier of that device said that they have to figure out how it will be installed and then make the instructions for their installers. So I never heard from them back lol . It is kind of sort of old school device that they made many years ago and there were no changes in it, and there are some controversy as some say no one ever beat the device, while others say that it can be defeated with some knowledge and knowhow, but still I feel that this would be better than nothing.I also reached out about the ravelco, on the website, as I was curious. I got a rather weird reply when I asked for installers in my area. Instead of telling me where I might get one installed they told me I didn't need one as "no one steals hybrids" according to them. Found it quite odd. Anyone else have similar experience with them?
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If a professional want it then no matter what you do or install its gone.
Modern high tech tow trucks the driver doesn't even have to leave the cab and can hook up and be gone in less than 30 seconds.
Two streets away disconnect the battery or foam the horn and then to the chop shop or shipping container.
Unfortunately your fighting a loosing battle, if they don't get it the first time they surely will the next time.
Professionals work from a shopping list and track down the exact model car their after and in the end they always win.
After its stolen, I don't want it back.
Keep good insurance.
Modern high tech tow trucks the driver doesn't even have to leave the cab and can hook up and be gone in less than 30 seconds.
Two streets away disconnect the battery or foam the horn and then to the chop shop or shipping container.
Unfortunately your fighting a loosing battle, if they don't get it the first time they surely will the next time.
Professionals work from a shopping list and track down the exact model car their after and in the end they always win.
After its stolen, I don't want it back.
Keep good insurance.
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theft becoming more prevalent
If a professional want it then no matter what you do or install its gone.
Modern high tech tow trucks the driver doesn't even have to leave the cab and can hook up and be gone in less than 30 seconds.
Two streets away disconnect the battery or foam the horn and then to the chop shop or shipping container.
Unfortunately your fighting a loosing battle, if they don't get it the first time they surely will the next time.
Professionals work from a shopping list and track down the exact model car their after and in the end they always win.
After its stolen, I don't want it back.
Keep good insurance.
Modern high tech tow trucks the driver doesn't even have to leave the cab and can hook up and be gone in less than 30 seconds.
Two streets away disconnect the battery or foam the horn and then to the chop shop or shipping container.
Unfortunately your fighting a loosing battle, if they don't get it the first time they surely will the next time.
Professionals work from a shopping list and track down the exact model car their after and in the end they always win.
After its stolen, I don't want it back.
Keep good insurance.
I am gated and garaged and videoed but even that can be defeated,
Peace and Good Luck
YMMV,
MidCow3
Last edited by DaveGS4; Oct 26, 2024 at 03:12 PM. Reason: Political comment removed
