Can the panic button be disabled on keyfob?

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May 20, 2005 | 09:16 AM

DKilleen

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Can the panic button be disabled on keyfob?

I don't think that there is anything wrong with the system, or the button. I think that other keys are pressing the panic button in my pocket. I know I could just not use the keyfob, but I like the other features that this device is good for. I've taken the keyfob apart, and it looks like it would be pretty simple to disable the little click button for the panic function. It has 4 legs connected to the PCB. I easily cut one of the legs. But which one? Or maybe disabling the panic button is something that can be done another way.

Anyway, not an earth-shattering problem, but I would like to stop the alarm from going off with the panic button.

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David

May 20, 2005 | 10:02 AM

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Have you asked the manufacturer?
I know the buttons can be reprogrammed to do stuff like open windows and such.

May 20, 2005 | 10:52 AM

DKilleen

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I guess I should have mentioned that it's a Ford product. Came with the truck. The service guy at the dealer didn't think there was anything that could be done.

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May 20, 2005 | 10:55 AM

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Look at the back of the FOB, there should be a brand name on it. Mine also came from the dealer and it's made by Auto Mate. They have tons of remotes on their web site, some with 6 buttons. They'll program it for you.

May 20, 2005 | 11:53 AM

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Put a couple of wraps of black electrical tape around the controller over the top of the panic button. That worked for me and left the controller intact.

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May 20, 2005 | 12:12 PM

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From: indian rocks beach fl

Take superglue gel and seal the panic button to the case. This way, if you every need it push hard and break the seal. Also when you sell it, someone may want that feature.