It's a problem which has been about for a while but seems to be in the increase again.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-berkshire-38195281
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-berkshire-38195281
Go see @DJAlix , enable alarm bleep, & stop using motorway services.It's a problem which has been about for a while but seems to be in the increase again.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-berkshire-38195281
On a related subject, and for obvious reasons I am not going to give any detail, while I was plugged in to a FL A3 the other day I noticed something very very very alarming! I collect my FL Thursday morning and the first modification I will be doing is to install an ODB port kill switch before lunchtime!Go see @DJAlix , enable alarm bleep, & stop using motorway services.
Fitting an ODB kill switch is simple enough, could also relocate or blank the port off also.Now you've got me worried..I pick my new s3 saloon up in Feb. ..but I'm no were near London for you to sort out mine fella!!!
On a related subject, and for obvious reasons I am not going to give any detail, while I was plugged in to a FL A3 the other day I noticed something very very very alarming! I collect my FL Thursday morning and the first modification I will be doing is to install an ODB port kill switch before lunchtime!
Well I'm up to try the beep mod buddyFitting an ODB kill switch is simple enough, could also relocate or blank the port off also.
Too far away for Alarm Beep Coding? I am currently testing a "remote" coding service which I plan to roll out in January
Get an on / off switch from Maplin (other crappy and over priced retailers are available) cut a wire from the ODB port and install it in the middle so to speak. I plan to extend the wires off to a hidden location.OBD port kill switch? Tell me more!
Will keep you postedWell I'm up to try the beep mod buddy
Fuse F8 and F35 on the 8V's, which is also used for the Rain and Light sensor, Light switch, Interior Lights, Range Control, Air Quality Sensor, Dimming Mirror and EPB Light. Not a good idea to pull itCant you just pull fuse 12 (on my A4) to stop the comms to the ECU ?
The remote "lock out" is a known windup on the radio ham sites, you can buy what does this for under £20 from a popular auction site.
Without going too off-topic, how would this service work please? Drop me a private message if you wantI am currently testing a "remote" coding service which I plan to roll out in January
Without going in to too much detail I now have the ability to perform remote adaptation, coding and diagnostics. Person at the far end would connect to my VPN connect their lappy to their car with a basic RJ45 to ODBII cable. I would then have the ability to code options / flash software etc as if I was sitting in the drivers seatWithout going too off-topic, how would this service work please? Drop me a private message if you want
Thats cool, i take my hat off to your skills, although i have no idea what you're on aboutWithout going in to too much detail I now have the ability to perform remote adaptation, coding and diagnostics. Person at the far end would connect to my VPN connect their lappy to their car with a basic RJ45 to ODBII cable. I would then have the ability to code options / flash software etc as if I was sitting in the drivers seat
lolThats cool, i take my hat off to your skills, although i have no idea what you're on about
Without going in to too much detail I now have the ability to perform remote adaptation, coding and diagnostics. Person at the far end would connect to my VPN connect their lappy to their car with a basic RJ45 to ODBII cable. I would then have the ability to code options / flash software etc as if I was sitting in the drivers seat
lol
Using VCDS as an example, the person doing the coding would need to be with the car in order to make any changes as the security / copy protection / authentication for the application is contained within the cable. I have invested in an application, not VCDS, which uses a different security / copy protection / authentication method which means that I can be sat on the other side of the world and still be able to code a car. The end user just needs a stable connection to my VPN and a £6 to £12 cable from eBay.
Or just get a car with a normal key
TX.
Sadly, doesn't prevent this sort of interference, but does require a bit more noise and damage. To be assured of retaining your car what you need is a Rottweiler on the back seat. If course, this brings its own issues...
Aye yer right there. Highway robbery.There's nothing like a bit of media hysteria is there!?!. It's theft FROM cars rather than theft OF cars in the BBC story above. Thieves have moved into the 21st century & rather than using a coat hanger or automatic centre punch to force their way in they're jamming the signal to have away your Lionel Ritchie CD's & Sat Nav. Quicker, quieter & less chance of being spotted as something out of the ordinary if you're just opening the door via the handle.
IMHO the biggest robbery at roadside services is the services themselves!.
Aye yer right there. Highway robbery.
How did you know I listen to Lionel Richie lol, my secret is out