Glossary of car security system

 

Alarm

This system sounds an audible possibly visual warning when the vehicle is tampered with.

 

Battery Back Up

A siren that has its own battery, which allows the alarm to continue to sound even if the car battery is disconnected.

 

Bonnet Locks

These lock the bonnet of the car, preventing thieves from attacking the engine compartment.

 

Coded Audio Equipment/ ICE

The radio/stereo has a secret code, which stops the radio from working if stolen.

 

Coded Fuel Valve

The valve shuts off the fuel supply to the engine and requires a sophisticated code to run the vehicle. Ideal for diesels.

 

Dead Locking

This disables the normal lock functions and prevents a thief opening the car from the inside by breaking the window and operating the release handle or button.

 

DIY Security Markings

You – the vehicle owner, can mark your name and address in hidden parts of the vehicle, e.g. inside door skins, under the seat frames, using Dymo tape, ultraviolet pens, cards or similar. This helps to identify stolen vehicles.

 

Glass Break Detector

This sets off the alarm if a thief breaks a car window.

 

Glass Etching

All the glass on the vehicle, sometimes including headlamps, is etched with the vehicle’s registration number and/or Vehicle Identification Number.

 

Immobilizer

An immobilizer stops the vehicle from being driven away.

There are two types:-

1. Mechanical: These lock either the steering wheel, gear Lever or pedals in position.

2. Electronic: These disable the vehicle’s electrical system and Engine.

 

Inclination Sensor 

This sets off the alarm when it senses the vehicle is being raised of jacked up to tow the vehicle away or steal the wheels.

 

Microwave Sensor

A volumetric sensor designed to reduce the possibility of false alarms on soft top vehicles .

 

Paging

A paging device sends a signal to the owner, telling him the car is being attacked or stolen.

 

Passive Arming

The alarm/immobilizer is switched on automatically when you leave the car.

 

Perimeter Protection

If a thief opens any doors, boot/luggage areas or the bonnet, the alarm will go off.

 

Radio Key (Remote Control)

A tiny radio transmitter, which may operate the
alarm/immobilizer and/or door locks.

 

Random Code

This protects against “grabbing” as the Radio Key uses a
different code each time the system is set and unset.

Locking Wheel Nuts

These help prevent a thief from stealing the wheels using a
standard wheel brace.

 

Side Screen Protection Film

A strong plastic film stuck over the side windows. This helps
to prevent smash and grab theft attacks.

Thatcham Vehicle Security

Thatcham is a non-profit making organisation set up by
Insurers to investigate the cost of repair after accident and to
test original equipment and aftermarket security systems.
Fitting a Thatcham tested system to a vehicle dramatically
reduces the risk of theft.

 

Tracking Systems

Tracking devices fitted to cars send out signals, which help the
police locate the vehicle if stolen.

 

Total Closure/ Central Locking

Enable the whole car (doors, boot, sunroof) to be locked with
just one operation of a key or remote control.

 

Touch Key

A key which operates the alarm/immobiliser, by direct contact
with keypad.

 

Transponder

This is a uniquely coded identification microchip, which can be
used in an immobiliser key to help prevent a vehicle from
being stolen.

VIN – Vehicle Identification Number

A unique 17 digit number, stamped on various parts of the
vehicle. Before purchasing a vehicle, check the VIN markings
for signs of tampering

 

Visible VIN – 17 Digit

Number viewed from outside the vehicle adjacent to the lefthand
windscreen pillar (passenger side).

 

Volumetric Sensor

This sets off an alarm if a thief enters the vehicle.

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