These transponder based anti theft systems consist of a miniature transponder which is imbedded in the ignition key head itself. When the key is inserted into the ignition a radio frequency (RF) is transmitted to the key. This in turn energizes the transponder which replies with an ID number. If the ID is recognized by the on board computer the ignition and starting system is enabled.

• Factory-installed key code systems are now standard on almost all new General Motors, Ford, Chrysler and Toyota vehicles, but this easily-overpowered technology often gives vehicle owners a false sense of security.

• Some systems can be overcome by cutting one easily-accessible wire and using a voltmeter to determine which wires to reconnect. This takes approximately 20 seconds

• Less sophisticated thieves use a process called 'computer swapping.' They go to junkyards and buy a computer with the matching key (or 'borrow' them from a friend with the same vehicle). Then they break into the vehicle, pop open the hood, unplug the vehicle's computer, plug their computer in and they have the key to start your vehicle! On Thursday February 8th, 2006, the LA Times wrote a story called "Thieves outwit high-tech advances" by Ralph Vartabedian, Times Staff Writer.

Because the Ravelco Anti-Theft device relies on a physical connection rather than a transmitted signal, there is simply no way for a thief to electronically bypass the system. With the Ravelco Anti-Theft Device, a thief can not start your vehicle, even if they had the right ignition key.

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