Honda Vehicle Anti-Theft Security Features

Your Honda is a valuable investment that you want to protect as much as possible. Honda’s driver-assistance and safety features help you stay safe on the road, but what about your vehicle safety when the car is parked? Installing a Honda antitheft system and properly utilizing Honda’s advanced technology can help you protect your vehicle from theft. Here’s what you need to know about using Honda security and immobilizer antitheft systems.

Honda’s Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System

The Honda ignition has a special electronic code that’s nearly impossible to duplicate. The immobilizer system must recognize this electronic signature, or the fuel-injection system and ignition circuitry won’t be able to activate. This means that unless a thief has access to your personal key, it’s unlikely they’ll be able to turn on your engine and drive away with the vehicle.

HondaLink Remote Package

The Remote Package subscription available with HondaLink provides a suite of security features that take vehicle protection to the next level. With the Remote Package, you’ll enjoy:

• Security Alarm Alert: You’ll receive a smartphone alert when the vehicle’s alarm is activated.
• Find My Car: The app displays your vehicle location at all times, so you always know where it is.
• Remote Lock and Unlock: Secure your car from afar with the tap of a button.
• Geofence Alert: Set a region that your car should stay within and get a smartphone alert if your vehicle leaves the area.
• Stolen Vehicle Locator: The locator system in the Remote Package delivers essential information to the authorities to help them locate your Honda if it gets stolen.

These features work together to help you keep track of your Honda. If someone does steal the vehicle, prompt notifications will help you act fast to recover your car. The Remote Package also includes a remote start feature for added convenience and an interactive voice response system that lets you search for a destination by voice. Just tell it where you want to go, and you’ll get directions on your navigation system.

Honda Panic Button

If your Honda has a smart entry remote, you’ll see a panic button at the bottom. If you press and hold the button for a second or longer, it will activate the alarm for approximately 30 seconds. If you see someone tampering with your vehicle, or your remote security app notifies you of a problem, you can activate the panic system to frighten criminals away.

Tips To Prevent Your Honda From Being Stolen

Take a two-pronged approach to your vehicle protection. Start with deterrents. Most thieves are looking for an easy score and won’t target your vehicle if it’s simply too difficult to steal. This is where locked doors and steering wheel locks come in. As a secondary measure, you should equip your vehicle with tracking features so you can find it if someone steals your Honda. Below are some tips to help keep your car safe.

Secure the Vehicle When You Leave

You should never leave the vehicle unsecured. Cracking the windows for airflow gives criminals easy access to your car. Leaving the doors unlocked creates an even more tempting target. If your Honda has a smart entry remote, always keep it on your person. Leaving the smart remote in the car gives a thief everything they need to take off with your Honda.

Make sure all valuables are secured and hidden when you walk away from your vehicle. A purse on the seat or visible luggage in the backseat will encourage a break-in, even if the thief only makes off with your belongings and leaves the car behind.

Use a Steering Wheel Lock

A steering wheel lock is a simple but effective deterrent. These highly visible devices are fixed on the steering wheel, making it impossible for a thief to leave with your vehicle unless they disable the steering wheel lock first. Most locks require a key to remove them. The challenge alone will typically deter criminals who are more interested in an easy target.

Etch the Vehicle Identification Number on the Windows

Have your car’s vehicle identification number, or VIN, etched on all the windows. To resell the vehicle, a thief would need to replace every window, which is an exorbitant expense most criminals won’t invest in.

Tint the Windows

If you have tinted windows on your car, thieves won’t be able to peek inside. They won’t know if there’s a person in the back or if you have valuables inside. This minimizes some of the appeal, especially if there’s an easier target nearby.

Place a GPS Tracker in the Car

Hide a GPS tracker in the car. This will always track your car’s location so you can monitor it and give police the necessary information if your vehicle is stolen. GPS trackers vary in functionality, but they typically mirror some of the features in the HondaLink Remote Package. The tracker can send you alerts based on your geofencing limitations to let you know if your car has moved beyond the allowable bounds. It can also notify you when your vehicle is moving from its parking spot and its current speed.

Do you need a GPS tracker if you already have the HondaLink app? It can be helpful to double up your security measures and have both. If a thief turns off your HondaLink connectivity, the independent GPS tracker will continue to work. Similarly, if the thief finds your GPS tracker, they may assume that they’ve already removed your only security device and drive away unaware of your HondaLink functionality.

Equip Your Honda Today

If you’re ready to invest in a new Honda vehicle or upgrade your current Honda with new technologies, we can help. Contact our team at Ike Honda in Marion, Illinois. We can walk you through our selection of new Hondas with all the latest technology or connect you with our parts center for all the upgrades you’re interested in.

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