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Originally Posted by 2SS Capt
Unfortunately, your "easy fix" won't work, like stated above... GM needs to patch the software in the cars to not allow reprogramming of a keyfob via the OBD-II port...
At this time, the best course of deterrence/avoidance is a highly-layered method:
1. Visual deterrents: Steering wheel "Club", I've gone so far as to add a second Steering wheel to brake pedal "Club"... Now need to cut the steering wheel in 2 places (IF they have a hack saw) (Also makes them wonder, "Hmmm, 2 Club's, what else might they have done to prevent theft?")
2. Relocated/spoofed OBD-II port (not going to elaborate on this but there is plenty of info out there, VERY easy and VERY cheap to do)
3. Other electronic starter interrupt devices (there are multiple out there, not going to elaborate on those either (as this is a VERY MUCH PUBLIC forum))
4. Cover your VIN number in your windshield
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I hear you. I got number 1 covered with a brake pedal lock. Just need to add a Club device. Easily defeatable, but slows them down. I even saw on Amazon a metal steering wheel lock that covered the entire damn wheel fully, but it was expensive. Have to check into that as well.
Two is next. Seems easy enough. I'll relocate the OBD plug-in, add a fake one with a OBD lock on it. Then to the next ones.
Also thinking about pulling the starter fuse when I leave it parked for extended periods of time. Seen that mentioned in here. Obviously, these asshats might have that covered as well, because I know they probably come here to see what we're doing, but the casual joy riding POS I don't think would be on that one.
Then to the IGLA or Ghost device I saw. I think the IGLA was around 1,200 bucks, but I found a place here in Houston that would install one. Not sure about the Ghost device. Those are next to check into. PITA, but worth it to save my car.