Common questions

How do I stop my Ford being stolen?

How do I stop my Ford being stolen?

To protect your keyless entry from being a victim of relay theft, here some are some quick tips:

  1. Keep your car keys safe – Use a blocking pouch.
  2. Turn off Keyless Fob’s Wireless Signal.
  3. Use a Steering Wheel Lock or Car Alarm.
  4. Re-programme your keys.
  5. Park defensively…
  6. Keep your vehicle tidy.
  7. Get your windows etched.

Why are so many Ford Fiestas being stolen?

Performance models such as sporty STs are often targeted. It is thought Fiestas are being targeted due to the keyless way people access them. There has been a recent trend of thieves using a device called a ‘relay box’ to extend the signal from the car’s keyless fob.

What makes a car less likely to be stolen?

However what they forgot to mention is that fact this compact luxury crossover SUV is also less likely to get stolen. That’s real good especially when assessing the popularity of the SUV which keeps on growing due to its sleek handling and great styling. The fact that it isn’t prone to theft makes it that much better.

How does the anti theft system work on a Ford?

Another anti-theft system Ford offers is the alarm system. This system alerts you when someone tries to break into your car. To disable this alarm, insert your key in the ignition and press the loudspeaker icon to switch it on. Then switch off the loudspeaker icon.

How is a car stolen with no key?

This was due to having no security measures on their keyless entry systems to prevent the car being stolen using the ‘relay attack’ technique. The relay attack uses two relay boxes – one near your car and the other near where you keep your key. Thieves lengthen the signal produced by your car, fooling your car into thinking its key is nearby.

Where are the Ford Fiestas that have been stolen?

In the last six months nine cars parked outside Singleton and Morriston hospitals in Swansea, and Princess of Wales in Bridgend, have been stolen in broad daylight – with seven of them being Ford Fiestas. At the same time, another nine Fiestas have had body panels and other parts stripped from them in hospital car parks.

Another anti-theft system Ford offers is the alarm system. This system alerts you when someone tries to break into your car. To disable this alarm, insert your key in the ignition and press the loudspeaker icon to switch it on. Then switch off the loudspeaker icon.

What to do if your car is stolen?

Use an engraving kit or security marking pen to mark your registration number or postcode on as many parts of your vehicle as possible. Consider that bikes may be stolen to order. Close garage doors and cover bikes to limit the likelihood of thieves coming back for them.

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Ruth Doyle