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Jul 16, 2004 | 02:17 AM

lrk322

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From: Tyler, Texas

Hatch Release question.

I've got a sub in my t-top storage area and the only way to steal it is by using the hatch release button. Say my alarm is armed, someone breaks my window, opens the door(which normally activates the switch), and pushes the hatch release button- will the hatch open? I was considering installing a switch to turn the hatch release off just incase.

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Jul 16, 2004 | 06:18 AM

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i think it will, you should have the alarm cut power to that switch as well as the ignition, or simply use a stealthy kill-switch to cut power until you need it.

Jul 16, 2004 | 06:36 AM

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or just unplug the release button. I am thinking that since you have a alarm that you can either use the remote for the alrm or just go to the back of the car and use the key if needed. Seems like a little extra work for the added convience of knowing that it is harder to open the trunk for the crook.

Jul 16, 2004 | 06:39 AM

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Just pull the connector off of the switch, and use your remote to pop the trunk. FYI, opening the door wakes up the BCM, which enables the ground signal supply to the switch.

Jul 16, 2004 | 09:15 AM

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if the thief had half a brain he would just break the glass on your hatch and use a more direct route of relieving you of your subs

Jul 16, 2004 | 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ttyson

if the thief had half a brain he would just break the glass on your hatch and use a more direct route of relieving you of your subs

^THe sub is so big it can't be removed without opening the hatch.^

Thanks for the repsonses, I guess Ill be installing a switch or disconnecting it.

Jul 22, 2004 | 10:29 PM

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I actually gave it a try. I should have thought of it sooner. I armed my alarm. Unlocked the door manually, and I tried the hatch release. It doesn't work when the alarm is armed. Phew! Convenience and security!

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Jul 23, 2004 | 09:35 AM

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I would as well find a way to disable the release button when you're away from your car. Or...you could sell your car for a stripper like mine and then there is no hatch release button. I hate that sometimes, I have to turn my car off and get out with the keys in order to open my hatch.