Theft racovery System,

surfbeast · 07-23-2003, 10:06 AM

Is there anyway, ( easy ) to defeat the Theft Recovery system? I think mine is going bad and messing with the car, ( shutting it off ). Can you just unplug the thing or something to that effect?

Hammer · 07-26-2003, 02:51 PM

The 98's theft system is a ***** that is integrated into the computer. I have heard of some folks being able to turn it "off" via an aftermarket chip, but most companies don't like to do it and from what I hear, can lead to other problems.

Try contacting www.JMSchip.com by phone.

But if you are TRULY having theft system problems, its probably computer replacement time....

I would contact your local Ford Techs and see what they have to say.

Did you get your codes pulled?

surfbeast · 07-27-2003, 07:31 AM

No, have not pulled codes yet. Can they be pulled if no "check engine" light is on? I may just try a new computer, If it's not the problem at least I'll have one in stock!

07-23-2003, 10:06 AM	#1
surfbeast Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Maryville,TN Posts: 415	Theft racovery System, Is there anyway, ( easy ) to defeat the Theft Recovery system? I think mine is going bad and messing with the car, ( shutting it off ). Can you just unplug the thing or something to that effect? __________________ 98 GT / convertable -98 Saleen engine, Saleen appearance pkg. SHM cams,P&P NPI heads, and so much more!

07-26-2003, 02:51 PM	#2
Hammer AKA "Dr. Evil" Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: South Fork Ranch Posts: 1,721	The 98's theft system is a ***** that is integrated into the computer. I have heard of some folks being able to turn it "off" via an aftermarket chip, but most companies don't like to do it and from what I hear, can lead to other problems. Try contacting www.JMSchip.com by phone. But if you are TRULY having theft system problems, its probably computer replacement time.... I would contact your local Ford Techs and see what they have to say. Did you get your codes pulled? __________________ Uncle Sam "What the hell is up with all the gauges? Calling Captain Kirk, your ride awaits... Phasers on stun...."

07-27-2003, 07:31 AM	#3
surfbeast Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Maryville,TN Posts: 415	No, have not pulled codes yet. Can they be pulled if no "check engine" light is on? I may just try a new computer, If it's not the problem at least I'll have one in stock! __________________ 98 GT / convertable -98 Saleen engine, Saleen appearance pkg. SHM cams,P&P NPI heads, and so much more!

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