Kill Switch Install req'd on '01 Expedition?

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Old 03-24-2014, 04:32 PM
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Kill Switch Install req'd on '01 Expedition?

Is it possible to steal a '01 Expedition without the key or does this vehicle have a electronic validation between the car and the ignition key?

If it is still possible to steal the vehicle, any tips on how to install a kill switch?

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Old 03-24-2014, 04:45 PM
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Is it possible to steal a '01 Expedition without the key
Yes. Tow truck would work almost every time.

does this vehicle have a electronic validation between the car and the ignition key?
Yes.

If it is still possible to steal the vehicle, any tips on how to install a kill switch?
Pick a suitable circuit (fuel pump, ignition, coils, etc) and install the switch in that circuit someplace where you can reach it without it being too obvious. This will deter drive-away theft but will offer no defense against a tow truck.
 
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If this vehicle has the electronic validation between the car and the ignition key, will it still be possible to start (& steal) this vehicle without the key?
 
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It's a 13 year old vehicle. It ain't worth stealing except to sell for parts. If they want it for parts, they'll just tow it away.
 
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I got it the first time that it can be towed, but my question was concerning the ability to start it without the key and not what your appraisal is.
 
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does not matter what you do to if for theft protection if they want it they want it and it will be gone. Even if you install a kill switch they will find it in seconds
 
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Thank You Franklin2 for providing the information that answers my question. It was very helpful.
 
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