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BlueMarlin · 07-23-2009, 12:54 AM

This also eliminates the aftermarket option of the 'silencer' which is that thick key below the steering column that can be removed and the car will not start no matter what.

but this is good news

Vash · 07-23-2009, 01:08 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueMarlin

This also eliminates the aftermarket option of the 'silencer' which is that thick key below the steering column that can be removed and the car will not start no matter what.

but this is good news

Why would it eliminate that? It still can be used. The more layers of defense the better.

The passlock signal wire probably routes thru that silencer thing. That's the wire you normally route thru an alarm brain starter kill.

Lucky SOB · 07-23-2009, 01:19 AM

To me this is scary stuff... If there was a way to disable it, I would.

So who owns most of GM right now? oh yeah, the government.
So who has access to do this and has just this much more control over you, the government.
I DO NOT want this much "big brother looking over my shoulder"

Doc · 07-23-2009, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucky SOB

To me this is scary stuff... If there was a way to disable it, I would.

So who owns most of GM right now? oh yeah, the government.
So who has access to do this and has just this much more control over you, the government.
I DO NOT want this much "big brother looking over my shoulder"

I'm with you. After seeing the abuse of power with Joe the Plumber who merely asked O a question, I can only imagine what could be done with something like this if you're registered with the "wrong" party or "they" suspect you aren't "for" them.

I'll be disabling it on mine. It's an electronic circuit with wiring; nothing more. There is a way and I'll figure it out.

SleepWarz · 07-23-2009, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Doc

I'm with you. After seeing the abuse of power with Joe the Plumber who merely asked O a question, I can only imagine what could be done with something like this if you're registered with the "wrong" party or "they" suspect you aren't "for" them.

I'll be disabling it on mine. It's an electronic circuit with wiring; nothing more. There is a way and I'll figure it out.

Make a post when you do, lol.

I want that crap gone.

Rogue Leader · 07-23-2009, 07:45 AM

You guys must never have had a car you care about stolen.

I think this is great and I'm very happy there is now ANOTHER measure to prevent perps from getting away with my car.

broncosman · 07-23-2009, 07:59 AM

When I go to work (Houston PD) and I'm parking my Camaro in Greenspoint (Nicknamed "Gunspoint") I am looking forward to that extra security. The auto theft is high in the area and I plan on purchasing a car alarm that lets me know someone's tampering with the vehicle. I said it before, my plan is to call On* right away and I get on the radio and ask any one of my co-workers closest to the Storefront to fly over there asap and severely arrest the S.O.B. trying to take/mess up my ride.

Nova65 · 07-23-2009, 10:35 AM

yeah, and if you don't make your payments they know where to find it for repo lol.

broncosman · 07-23-2009, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Nova65

yeah, and if you don't make your payments they know where to find it for repo lol.

good thing I have awesome credit from making all my bills and payments all the time

DDustiNN · 07-23-2009, 10:48 AM

Wow, I can't believe some of you are actually wanting to disable this feature... This is incredible, and is one of the main reasons I will be renewing my OnStar after the first year (not to mention the emergency services part was incredibly helpful in my accident).

Stop being so paranoid... OnStar is a great service, not a freaking government conspiracy...

"OMG, that guy voted Republican! Turn off his car!"

Please.

Dr Jkel · 07-23-2009, 10:54 AM

Awesome feature, if you have ever had a vehicle stolen you will not disable it. It is the most sickest feeling you can have when you come out and see that it is gone and have no clue where it is or how to find it. If they are dumb enough to drive it home thenyou will know who it is, plus the car can be tracked while it is being stolen, Awesome feature.

Rogue Leader · 07-23-2009, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by DDustiNN

Wow, I can't believe some of you are actually wanting to disable this feature... This is incredible, and is one of the main reasons I will be renewing my OnStar after the first year (not to mention the emergency services part was incredibly helpful in my accident).

Stop being so paranoid... OnStar is a great service, not a freaking government conspiracy...

"OMG, that guy voted Republican! Turn off his car!"

Please.

x1000

wullger · 07-23-2009, 11:15 AM

Yes and we never landed on the moon either.

Don't cinch those tinfoil hats up so tight!

Vash · 07-23-2009, 11:19 AM

Yea they disclosed the power down anyway so there is little difference in the 2 for the end result of stopping the car's motion.

07-23-2009, 12:54 AM	#15
BlueMarlin phi alpha Drives: 2005 GMC Envoy Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Washington DC Posts: 149	This also eliminates the aftermarket option of the 'silencer' which is that thick key below the steering column that can be removed and the car will not start no matter what. but this is good news __________________

07-23-2009, 01:19 AM	#17
Lucky SOB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 756	To me this is scary stuff... If there was a way to disable it, I would. So who owns most of GM right now? oh yeah, the government. So who has access to do this and has just this much more control over you, the government. I DO NOT want this much "big brother looking over my shoulder" __________________

07-23-2009, 07:45 AM	#20
Rogue Leader Iatefiberglassinsulation Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,601 View My Garage	You guys must never have had a car you care about stolen. I think this is great and I'm very happy there is now ANOTHER measure to prevent perps from getting away with my car. __________________ 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS - was daily driver, now toy 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio - Daily Driver 2017 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 - Wifes Car 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD LT 6.0 - Tow Vehicle 1991 Alfa Romeo 164S - Project Car 1994 Volkswagen Golf - Race Car "Like" my race team on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/farfrumwinnin

07-23-2009, 07:59 AM	#21
broncosman Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 309	When I go to work (Houston PD) and I'm parking my Camaro in Greenspoint (Nicknamed "Gunspoint") I am looking forward to that extra security. The auto theft is high in the area and I plan on purchasing a car alarm that lets me know someone's tampering with the vehicle. I said it before, my plan is to call On* right away and I get on the radio and ask any one of my co-workers closest to the Storefront to fly over there asap and severely arrest the S.O.B. trying to take/mess up my ride. __________________ 2SS/RS with painted Rally Stripes http://www.h-towncamaroclub.com/index.php

07-23-2009, 10:54 AM	#25
Dr Jkel Roll Tide Drives: 2010 2SS RJT/BLK 6Spd Man Join Date: May 2009 Location: Talladega, Alabama Posts: 4,378	Awesome feature, if you have ever had a vehicle stolen you will not disable it. It is the most sickest feeling you can have when you come out and see that it is gone and have no clue where it is or how to find it. If they are dumb enough to drive it home thenyou will know who it is, plus the car can be tracked while it is being stolen, Awesome feature. __________________ MUSTANG...Like Bringing a Hot Dog to a Steak Dinner....There is no comparison.

07-23-2009, 10:35 AM	#22
Nova65 Drives: 2010 2LT RS Auto IBM Black Int Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Azusa, CA Posts: 396	yeah, and if you don't make your payments they know where to find it for repo lol.

07-23-2009, 10:48 AM	#24
DDustiNN Drives: Cars Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 1,986	Wow, I can't believe some of you are actually wanting to disable this feature... This is incredible, and is one of the main reasons I will be renewing my OnStar after the first year (not to mention the emergency services part was incredibly helpful in my accident). Stop being so paranoid... OnStar is a great service, not a freaking government conspiracy... "OMG, that guy voted Republican! Turn off his car!" Please.

07-23-2009, 11:15 AM	#27
wullger Supercharged Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 1,575 View My Garage	Yes and we never landed on the moon either. Don't cinch those tinfoil hats up so tight! __________________ 2SS/RS IBM A6, White Rallies Ordered: 4/30/09 Delivered: 8/18/09 Appearance Mods: Heritage Grille, ZL1 Replica Wheels Performance Mods: Flowmaster ARH Cat-Back Exhaust, ADM CAI, ADM L99-LS3 Conversion, ADM LSA Supercharger Kit, Lingenfelter GT9 Cam, Stainless Power Headers, Detroit Speed Sway Bars, ZL1 Fuel Pump 581 rwhp/535 lb/ft tq

07-23-2009, 11:19 AM	#28
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,100	Yea they disclosed the power down anyway so there is little difference in the 2 for the end result of stopping the car's motion.

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