A few ideas from the community.... I'll keep adding as new ideas are added. -Starter Fuse Pull -Hard-cut battery kill switch -ODB Stoppers - IGLA Alarm
I was thinking about pulling the fuse for the starter on mine but then I thought if they are watching you they will see you pop the hood and put 2 and 2 together but great idea. I’ve installed the IGLA and it’s fire 🔥
Faraday pouch for your key fob to prevent signals from being emitted and therefore stolen. Fuel starter relay killswitch. Use both for my truck. Plenty of GMC and Chevy trucks are being stolen right now as well in South Texas.
There are usually 2 types of comments when I see camaro anti theft threads. 1. Actual tips and 2. “I put mine in a garage so I don’t have to worry”. Please realize the latter is not always applicable (because 9/10 if the garage option was available the post wouldn’t be made) and some people simply don’t have access to a garage. Comments like, “just place it in a garage” is dismissive and unhelpful. Please refrain.
My 2022 2SS 1LE was stolen in November when I was at work in Downtown LA. It was never recovered. I’ll look for a ZL1 somewhere down the road. It blows but I’m glad I wasn’t hurt or killed. My life and the ones I loved are irreplaceable.
@TheRealCatofit just means you need a better way to protect it from theft like a compustar alarm set up. Mine was stolen and I’m buying another one too. I’ll be sure I have the car setup so the only way it can be stolen is with a tow truck.
Sorry to hear that. Have a 2022 SS 1LE myself. It’s great but at the end of the day family and health are what matters. Hope insurance comes through for you. Saw some used ZL1s in low-50k territory. Not too shabby.
Hey Lethal , my 16’ SS just got stolen two weeks ago from the front of my house. I live in Los Angeles county and when they found my car (in one piece thank god) but they found 4 Camaros asides mine. PLEASE I URGE ALL MY SS FRIENDS…. take care of your Camaros I wouldn’t want what happened to me ever happen to anyone else….Stay safe
@@jameszaiger8892 the 6th gens have push start. From what I know, now I got kill switches on the battery and I’m planning on having a second one. But that’s only after I got it stolen. I own 80’s Toyotas and hondas and those have kill switches but it suck that now I gotta have my SS with the same security. And all these reports are coming out 3 weeks after it happened to me
You can disable the proximity unlock/disarm from the key FOB by holding the lock/unlock button at the same time for 3 seconds *with the car off. It will then require a button press from the fob to disarm the car and prevent a relay attack. AFAIK anyway, maybe model year dependent.
This method disables the proximity signal between the key fob and car. It works on a '23 SS. The key fob is required to unlock the door & trunk. It seems to be permanent until re-enabled.
IGLA security system is the best option on the market! Just got mine installed and love it! Correct security code must be put in before car will start. Security code uses buttons in your car!
The IGLA alarm!! You don't need to disconnect the battery! Best security system for our camaros. In order to start the car you need to enter a pin code. Without that pin code car wont start 👌. It also protects your key fob signal from being duplicated/copied. Its definitely worth it! I have a it on my 2024 SS 1LE. Also added Drone Mobile which is a live gps tracker 👍
22 Camaro SS1le stolen from my house over a month ago and not found. Onstar GPS shows that it’s parked on my driveway. Not sure how they disabled this. The only good thing, I still had 30k left on the loan, insurance is paying me 53k for the car plus 5k for all the taxes that I paid when purchased. So insurance will pay off the car and give me a 28k balance check. But honestly, I would rather have my car than the money. But it sucks that you can’t have nice things without being worried about theft.
Had my 19 ss 1le stolen from my house almost a month ago no recovery. The insurance is hopefully gunna take care of me. I do which i had my car bck instead.
Installing the Kill switch myself tomorrow. Plus I’ll be using a club to help prevent my window from getting broken in to. Plus I park my car in the garage.
I just installed a tracker on my SS and so far I like the way it works. I get notified even when I just unlock my car and open door. It does require a subscription but it’s well worth some peace of mind!
I have a 2014 SS 1LE and luckily I went for a keyed ignition. Thieves broke into my car and couldn’t get it started because no key and they couldn’t use the obd2 or start the car. Thieves use a snap on computer plugged into your odb port to start the wireless remote cars. The only thing I did is use an old club and a clutch pedal lock. Good luck getting a hacksaw behind my clutch pedal.
I have relocated my OBD (2022 2SS) and put in a dummy one. I also keep my keys in a faraday box. I plan on adding a kill switch to the ignition and fuel pump. I work in law enforcement and have done numerous reports on stolen Camaros, Chargers, Challengers, and Mustangs. I can say this. They don't steal the stick shifts, at least not nearly as much. I can only recall one getting taken, but the others all have had just broken windows and trims to get to neutral safety switch.
It’s very interesting because I remember around…10 years ago or so when the Gen 6 was soon to be released a lottttt of Gen 5 Camaros were stollen. ZL1s SS etc. Reason back then was the engines. Really does suck though because not everyone has the room or ability to store their vehicle in safe storage. Thank you for bringing up/allowing others to share some ideas for everyone Mat!
My 23 2SS was stolen and was found 3 hours later it was minor interior damages. They always took off my wrap on most panels. It was in the dealer for 2 months. I installed Compustar alarm system. Hopefully it works and doesn’t happen again!
About two months ago Idk if someone was trying to go for my 20' SS but was walking out of the gym and saw someone that looked to be maybe messing with my front drivers side door; yelled at them as i was exiting the gym and ever since then I have been on alert. Key is always in a faraday pouch at home and kill switch has been installed.
@@Martin-h1v Yes, I know Cartoys can do it if you have one in your area. Got a quote from them, if I remember correctly, for about $250. I ended up ordering one online that replaces the starter relay. Also really depends on the level of protection you want. IGLA seems to be the best option currently, locks your car down with a PIN code. Pretty hefty price though over $1000 to have installed.
Back in the day Trans Am’s were the number 1 stolen car…(long time ago!) I use to take my fuse out every night that went to my fuel pump. It sucked but was worth it.
Don’t use the fob. Use the silver button to unlock. Set up Camaro to auto lock when you walk away and your key fob is not detected. It’s in the settings menu.
Does not matter dude! Sure it helps of they are trying to grab the signal but, otherwise, you need some type of alarm and or something to kill the ignition.
@@erroljones1684 yeah of course why not. For a pro, if someone really wants your car then it’s gone. All we can do is make it as hard to take as possible.
@SudeepC1973 I get that. What you suggested is a great start, but you definitely need layers. Grabbing the signal is not the most common way theives are stealing these cars.
@@erroljones1684 yeah. I am going to add another layer. OnStar. Pay the $20 bucks a month for the theft prevention package. That will enough for me without diving too deep into that rabbit hole. Lastly, I have ‘Out of site, out of mind.’ Good ol’ parking inside a garage.
My friend spent about $1200 on a "kill switch alarm system" and added 3 additional GPS tracking devices (each a different company and app)🤣 I hope he's in the clear
Hey lethal. Bad news, Friday morning my Camaro SS was stolen from my apartment here in Sunnyvale CA. Super sad, a neighbor had his ZL1 stolen as well. I had your flex fuel kit on my car too! 😪 I hope the thieves are brought to justice.
You broth up AMSOIL Products, that's what I have used for my 2019 Camaro ever since I purchased the car. I like the idea of the kill switch. I'll keep that In mind thanks. always watch your channel. Have a nice and blessed day. Take care
@@Lethalgarage actually it’s the starter relay K10. U can’t miss it. It will not prevent them towing your vehicle but they will not be able to start the vehicle 100%.
I’ve been running an inexpensive GPS unit that has a starter interrupt feature. Install is pretty straightforward, and the interface includes some nice features like geofencing, speed and direction. If they happen to get around the starter interrupt, I’ll know where my ride is right away.
Well its been awhile and I didnt read the comments, but Im a Camaro Fan. I owned a Z28 back in another life. We were always tinkering with alarm systems and kill switches. I put my battery in the trunk only because it helped shift the weight off the front end of my Gen 2. This caused me to have a problem with enough juice to turn the starter on my very illegal motor. The best place I can think of is to mount a kill just before the starter and have it activate in the cabin. Also removed the front bumper since it weighed in at llike 100 lbs. They had an aluminum replacement brace to keep the subframe stiff. The rest of the car electrics can be connected directly to the battery so when you shut down the starter the rest of the car will still operate.
got mine stolen friday march 1st. found it within hours due to having a tracker but forsure moving to a house with garage and installing a kill switch.
AirTag is nice but unfortunately due to privacy and other reasons anyone with an iPhone (potential thief) will be alerted if the AirTag is following them and they can locate the AirTag from their own phone with the U1 chip on newer iPhones as well as make the Air Tag play a noise from their iPhone. Some people have stripped the speaker from the AirTag but it still functions for finding with the U1 chip, aftermarket AirTag compatible devices don’t have the U1 chip but still come with a speaker.
I literally just got my 2021 ss 1le stolen from my home a couple of days ago. Broke my passenger window out. Fortunately, within 2 days of reporting, it stolen it was recovered. I was told nothing significant other than the window was damaged. However I've yet to see the extent of the damage myself. My car is currently in the impound awaiting to be taken to my local repair shop. I'm definitely going all out on security when I get it back. If it happened to me it can happen to anybody so be careful out there.
My 2SS 1LE was stolen on the 26th of January. It was retrieved 3 days later in Compton. Just 10 miles away from me. They used a reprogramming attack. Apparently the tool to do that is readily available.
@@Lethalgarage Not really. The stock wheels were stolen and the passenger side mirror was broken off. The moron actually put different wheels on the car so they could drive it around.
@@Jeking84 No. I bought Theft Patrol when I bought the car. That works. They found the car and called the cops. Funny thing, while I was on the phone with Theft Patrol, they found the car instantly, OnStar called me and said they couldn’t find it. The thief took the OnStar module out of the car thinking it was the tracker. All that did was totally deactivate the car. Now I am waiting for a new module so I can finally drive my car again.
Bought a rapid blue zl1 new last year. Had it stolen in Jan. I was lucky to be able to find it a mile from my house. Insurance took care of the damages. I live in an apt complex so I started storing it in a warehouse where they keep boats, RVs and some vehicles. Worth the price to not have the anxiety of my car being stolen.
I got kill switch for the ignition and one for the fuel pump and a solid steal break paddle lock good luck trying to find the kill switches even if you get the break lock off.
Great video. I have a 2019 2ss with the performance package. it's an eye catcher everywhere I go. I always bring down my insurance and regulations card and put them on my carry bag just in case my car was to get stolen they wont have any of my info. I also use a brake club. And I also have the gap ins. But remember, guys dont have anything with ur info in ur car. It sucks that we have to do a lot to keep our stuff safe. But at least they won't ur info. I do this every day.
pretty sure the camaros are being targeted now as they are NO LONGER being made. Hence parts will start to become higher sought after, and prices go up
Igla security system. Expensive, but so are our cars. Will not start without the correct PIN input. Also has a car jacking mode which will shut down the car without the same PIN entry.
I have new 2024 2SS Camaro that I ordered from my Chevy dealer last year. I keep it parked in my secluded car 🚗 port . In addition I use a heavy duty club lock 🔐 attached to the steering wheel. My dealer recommended this to discourage auto theft. Let me know what you think about the club as an anti theft device. Thanks for sharing your video.
I also have the club as well when I got to the gym or go out to eat etc- its not theft PROOF but a deterrant that will slow most down (they'll need a drill or saw to get around it) which would stop most idiot thieves
I had 4 break ins on my 2019 2ss since November last year, kill switch and steering wheel lock saved it from being stolen just minor dents and broken windows now it’s a garage queen I don’t daily it no more
Good vid very relevant and informative. Regarding cloning the smart key, have heard wrapping the key in tin foil or storing it in a metal container can prevent that.
I have air suspension installed. I air out, then take the controller with me, and there's a switch that kills the fuses that start both of the compressors. It takes 10 seconds to flip the hidden switch and unplug the controller. The controller fits in my Faraday pouch with my key fob and wallet. A thief can't steal a car, cat convertor, or wheels if it's laying frame. I also have the air suspension components bolted down under a vented enclosed box to make it harder to steal my airlift management. I'm looking to install a fuel pump kill switch next. The nice thing about that method is the thief won't know if my car just won't turn over or if there is a kill switch, and it makes a lot of noise. Also, it wont kill all the power and reset everything.
Ravelco disables the starter and other necessary systems so that not even Onstar can start the car without the Revelco key in the car. And the best part is the battery doesn't have to be disconnected.
You guys will have to do like the hellcat guys. get the IGLA alarm. Doesn’t allow the cars keys to be duplicated and doesn’t allow it to move without the IGLA fob or PIN code. From owning a hellcat honestly that is the best bet. The ravelco is another, but you lose remote start. Those two are the only options to stop theft short of them having a tow truck. Even if they steal it on a tow truck the car is a brick and only good for parts at that point. The kill switches, AirTags, all that other stuff doesn’t work.
I lost my 2018 SS on february 8th 2023 I was so shock it was gone the day it got stolen and they still didn't find it yet but good thing I have gap insurance
I am surprised not many know about a Faraday bag for the fob when you are at home. Using a Faraday case in conjunction with a Ravelco plug will definitely help if parked outside or at a hotel etc. Also if you hide an Apple airtag in the car make sure you open it and disconnect the speaker so it cannot be found by the thieves when it makes the connected/disconnected/out of range audio alert.
I have a 5gen ZL1 garaged! But I Also have a hidden tracker in my ride linked to my cell when I need it to be away for service to make sure there is NO joy riding when I can't be there! So there is that option if your cell phone provider has it available? The only down fall, the tracker is charged and is good up to 5 days before needing a full charge✌
Damn Matt!! How you gonna show my 2022 Black ZL1 that got stolen last May 2nd, of 2022 crashed in the ditch RIGHT OFF THE BAT!! That's brutal!😭😭 🤣🤣...P.S.:TRUE STORY! . I have the article and picture still on my phone, my dealership called the Brighton County Sheriff's department the next day and confirmed that car in the ditch was MY VIN for the car I ordered. 😭😭😭. All is good though. Got a 2023 at Employee Pricing so ended up paying less for my '23 than I would have for the '22. 🙌🙌🙌👍
@Lethalgarage ah man, it's all good..I'm just giving you a hard time! 👍😁. It unfortunately was indeed my car, it was featured on The Drive Inside's channel after it happened. I was devastated when I received the news but it all worked out in the end so that's all that matters 👍👍😁😁 As a side question though: I saw/read this on another comment section but is there something MORE secure about just using the silver button on the door handle to lock/unlock instead of using the key fob since the key fob sends a signal???
I mean, it doesn't really matter if no one is around. But technically, yes if someone is in a car near by when you use your key, that can allow them to clone it.
As far as I’ve seen this is a big issue with push to start vehicles in general. Keep your keys somewhere deeper in your house/apartment. Maybe even in a rfid case.
Lethal I just went to my garage and tried it out my 2019 Camaro holding both the open and lock buttons for 3 seconds and was surprised it actually worked my lights flash three times and I couldn't open my door Try yours and please let us know if your key fob turns off too!!
Faraday cage boxes also stop the duplicators, i store my keys in one, held the box right next to the car, wouldnt open, wouldnt start. Then added a kill switch to the fuel system to stop the fuel pump.
Or look up camaro almost gone in 60 sec. The guy in the video just installed some sort of kill switch that didnt kill the main power. But was able to keep them from starting and stealing it.
Seems like there are two methods that are being used at the moment to steal our cars. Key fob cloning and OBD attack. The former can be easily solved by an EMF box or some other metal case to store keys in. The latter can be solved with a rewired or relocated OBD port. There was a very good thread on the forums for wiring in a dummy OBD port. Luckily have not heard of any stolen Camaros in NY... yet.
Yup yup.. my window got pulled out, bad guy made it inside my car, in a parking garage of a mall on the nice side of town(perfect area to look for cars right?) I came back to my vehicle with local PD surrounding my car saying that they probably didn’t take because they didn’t know how to drive manual. Seemingly, with an obd2 device, bad guys can program a key on the spot once they are inside. They were in a stolen ZL1. Sad.
Find your "Electronic Fuel System (EFS) Relay under the hood on the switch board, and take it out and keep inside the house or with you. They can't start the car. Keep the battery plugged in as is. Simply.
Guys please don’t pay for on star it is a waste of money. They stole my car I heard it turn on called them within 5 minutes to disable the car and they have already disabled it all they had to do was pull out a fuse
Wonder if the + cable running to the starter itself could use a hi amp. disconnect, that would keep all the electronics hot, but car will not start. Short of flatbedding the car off....
I had my ZL! stolen from my performance shop. I recently installed the compustar T13 as an additional security measure, it completely blocks the starter, even if you have the actual camaro remote or if you duplicate the key fob, you still cant start it without disarming the compustar. It also has GPS tracking, 2-way remote, and drone LTE app that notifies you wherever you are in the country. Check em out....The IGLA is also another pin-system option but it doesnt alert you if a tow truck grabs it and it has no GPS. The only reason my car was recovered is, the new mcleod clutch had not been bled, so they couldnt drive it, found it with the clutch on the floor.
Has anyone used the Mobillistics intelligent relay? You replace either the starter or fuel pump relay, and it has a remote shutoff to immobilize the car.
What about a fuel pump kill switch... They might get down the road, but they wont get to their destination to strip it. Not sure why they haven't added a pin code like a phone unlock after you get in the car that will unlock the ECU.
I have a 5th gen ss you need a Key to start my car no key fob. They could steal my key fob signal to get into my car but how would you start it without a key.
Remove the fuse 30amp. First Purple switch above the black relay that says GM on the right lower hand side of the box. That’s the starter fuse. Or install a Revelco Killswitch.
OBD Block, like an aluminum 'VTT “OBD-LOCK” ODB port locking tool' Basically, the relay attacks from the keys are still possible. But since most people are using faraday cages/pouches and how they steal it from crowded parking lots is they are fairly easily programming a new key and they don't need an existing one with high end scanning/programming tools, hence why windows are getting smashed to access the port.
Hack saw takes less than 20 seconds to cut through the steering wheel and they can easily slip off any aftermarket wheel to brake pedal/ wheel to window club lock. Had it happen to my truck 15 years ago. Detachable steering wheel with a hub lock plate is better (for older cars without airbags) with a Ravelco plug and a Faraday bag for the newer vehicles.
I have the 2018 ZL1 1LE, and would it be best to just isolate the starter circuit, thus still keeping all power to everything else? Thus using a kill switch to power a 12VDC high power contactor/relay to the main hot wire to the starter.
I saw someone post a video on this, and 1) the alarm goes off when they re-engage the battery, and 2) all of the settings are reset (clock, seat memory, etc) Is there a way to do a battery d/c and avoid these things?
Layering is the name of the game to me. Be a pain in the butt so they "hopfully" move on to someone else as the clock ticks. All metal ODBII Lock (OBDsaver). Overpriced to me but couldn't find better for less and wanted peace of mind with that easy method. Kill switch that's fob operated (intentionally vague). I may or may not have another kill switch to another circuit. More layering to come. Getting ideas from the replies.
Texas location They have 45 parking lot cameras, license plate readers at every entrance, and city police in the parking lot with private security roaming around the lot 😆 🤣 This was 2.5 years ago
I feel lucky that mine is garaged every night and never more than 100 feet from me while it’s parked outside at work. I feel for anyone who’s gotten theirs stolen. My dad had his Infiniti stolen not too long ago (it was recovered.) I cant imagine what that feels like.
Just had my Camaro 2SS stolen. fortunately I left my air pods in the back seat and the guy never ditched them. was able to get it back fortunately with minimal damage.
A few ideas from the community.... I'll keep adding as new ideas are added.
-Starter Fuse Pull
-Hard-cut battery kill switch
-ODB Stoppers
- IGLA Alarm
Pull fuel pump relay.
I was thinking about pulling the fuse for the starter on mine but then I thought if they are watching you they will see you pop the hood and put 2 and 2 together but great idea. I’ve installed the IGLA and it’s fire 🔥
You should add the IGLA to your list!! Best security system for our camaros!
Faraday pouch for your key fob to prevent signals from being emitted and therefore stolen. Fuel starter relay killswitch. Use both for my truck. Plenty of GMC and Chevy trucks are being stolen right now as well in South Texas.
@@sergioduran3545 being installed as I’m typing this message.
The best thing you can do is take out the engine before you go to sleep and just install it in the morning 😂
😂😂😂
Even that they will prob just get a tow to cut it up and sell the parts
lol.. they can still tow it
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
All I know is that bullets cost too much for warning shots now days!
There are usually 2 types of comments when I see camaro anti theft threads. 1. Actual tips and 2. “I put mine in a garage so I don’t have to worry”. Please realize the latter is not always applicable (because 9/10 if the garage option was available the post wouldn’t be made) and some people simply don’t have access to a garage. Comments like, “just place it in a garage” is dismissive and unhelpful. Please refrain.
See my comments just posted and call. Thanks.
Haven’t seen too many “park in a garage comments”
You would think this should go without saying. But, we live in an increasingly selfish and self centered society.
I kept my 2023 ZL1 in a garage and it was stolen from a gas station in broad day light in Dallas. Friday December 1st at 1630.
Another reply is, if you can’t afford a garage then don’t buy a fucking high dollar Camaro😊
My 2022 2SS 1LE was stolen in November when I was at work in Downtown LA. It was never recovered. I’ll look for a ZL1 somewhere down the road. It blows but I’m glad I wasn’t hurt or killed. My life and the ones I loved are irreplaceable.
Same man, had my Camaro stolen out of a parking garage in February. I’m still waiting on my insurance and gap
Spoken like a true white collar techie.
Well I mean yeah hobbies aren't gonna die because of one thing like that that's what insurance is for @TheRealCatof
@TheRealCatofit just means you need a better way to protect it from theft like a compustar alarm set up. Mine was stolen and I’m buying another one too. I’ll be sure I have the car setup so the only way it can be stolen is with a tow truck.
Sorry to hear that. Have a 2022 SS 1LE myself. It’s great but at the end of the day family and health are what matters. Hope insurance comes through for you. Saw some used ZL1s in low-50k territory. Not too shabby.
Hey Lethal , my 16’ SS just got stolen two weeks ago from the front of my house. I live in Los Angeles county and when they found my car (in one piece thank god) but they found 4 Camaros asides mine. PLEASE I URGE ALL MY SS FRIENDS…. take care of your Camaros I wouldn’t want what happened to me ever happen to anyone else….Stay safe
I have a 14 that has fob with ignition key. Does yours have key to or just push to start? Ty
@@jameszaiger8892 the 6th gens have push start. From what I know, now I got kill switches on the battery and I’m planning on having a second one. But that’s only after I got it stolen. I own 80’s Toyotas and hondas and those have kill switches but it suck that now I gotta have my SS with the same security. And all these reports are coming out 3 weeks after it happened to me
Kill switch on fuel pump relay. No start or run function.
Well, since they've run out of Hellcats and Scatpacks to steal😂 they moved on to Camaros....
No it's the other way, when the camera's are gone they might lower they tastes to a dodge
@@jimbradd2783I hate to tell you but anything with a push button start can be stolen easily
noooo
@@mopar3925wait why
You can disable the proximity unlock/disarm from the key FOB by holding the lock/unlock button at the same time for 3 seconds *with the car off. It will then require a button press from the fob to disarm the car and prevent a relay attack. AFAIK anyway, maybe model year dependent.
I know at least the 23 and 24 model years have this 👍🏼
I was thinking if you kill the power to the receiver, nobody could start it.
Didn’t work on my 2018 SS.
This method disables the proximity signal between the key fob and car. It works on a '23 SS. The key fob is required to unlock the door & trunk. It seems to be permanent until re-enabled.
What does this mean. I don't understand. Please explain.
IGLA security system is the best option on the market! Just got mine installed and love it! Correct security code must be put in before car will start. Security code uses buttons in your car!
The IGLA alarm!! You don't need to disconnect the battery! Best security system for our camaros. In order to start the car you need to enter a pin code. Without that pin code car wont start 👌. It also protects your key fob signal from being duplicated/copied. Its definitely worth it! I have a it on my 2024 SS 1LE. Also added Drone Mobile which is a live gps tracker 👍
How much does this cost?
@@CJ2K around $1400
@@sergioduran3545 for installation and everything?
Thanks for the tip, my 2023 2ss got stolen yesterday haven't heard anything yet but I honestly don't think I'll get it back 😢
Brake/clutch pedal locks are effective. Can't push the pedal down so it won't allow it to start.
I saw those on Amazon.
22 Camaro SS1le stolen from my house over a month ago and not found. Onstar GPS shows that it’s parked on my driveway. Not sure how they disabled this.
The only good thing, I still had 30k left on the loan, insurance is paying me 53k for the car plus 5k for all the taxes that I paid when purchased. So insurance will pay off the car and give me a 28k balance check.
But honestly, I would rather have my car than the money. But it sucks that you can’t have nice things without being worried about theft.
They unplug the OnStar fuse, it happen to me twice
Had my 19 ss 1le stolen from my house almost a month ago no recovery. The insurance is hopefully gunna take care of me. I do which i had my car bck instead.
@@1lesavagesame bro my 2ss was stolen 2 weeks ago I’m sick I want my car
@@rods814How did you plug it back in ? or link for a video please 🙏🏽
Installing the Kill switch myself tomorrow. Plus I’ll be using a club to help prevent my window from getting broken in to. Plus I park my car in the garage.
I just installed a tracker on my SS and so far I like the way it works. I get notified even when I just unlock my car and open door. It does require a subscription but it’s well worth some peace of mind!
What tracker do you have ?
I have a 2014 SS 1LE and luckily I went for a keyed ignition. Thieves broke into my car and couldn’t get it started because no key and they couldn’t use the obd2 or start the car. Thieves use a snap on computer plugged into your odb port to start the wireless remote cars. The only thing I did is use an old club and a clutch pedal lock. Good luck getting a hacksaw behind my clutch pedal.
I have relocated my OBD (2022 2SS) and put in a dummy one. I also keep my keys in a faraday box. I plan on adding a kill switch to the ignition and fuel pump. I work in law enforcement and have done numerous reports on stolen Camaros, Chargers, Challengers, and Mustangs. I can say this. They don't steal the stick shifts, at least not nearly as much. I can only recall one getting taken, but the others all have had just broken windows and trims to get to neutral safety switch.
Glad to hear the manuals are less. Good idea for the faraday box, gonna steal that idea for me! Also be safe out there!
Glad I have a 6Spd MT
This is WRONG. Manuals DO GET STOLEN! Its NOT protection!!
Thank you officer for the tips stay safe out there
in the process of getting me a Zl1, glad i ran across this caz i only drive sticks
It’s very interesting because I remember around…10 years ago or so when the Gen 6 was soon to be released a lottttt of Gen 5 Camaros were stollen. ZL1s SS etc. Reason back then was the engines. Really does suck though because not everyone has the room or ability to store their vehicle in safe storage. Thank you for bringing up/allowing others to share some ideas for everyone Mat!
My SS got stolen in December. Found it 2 days later with lo jack. They only got the black tail lights and broke the window. Ripped out the onstar.
My 23 2SS was stolen and was found 3 hours later it was minor interior damages. They always took off my wrap on most panels. It was in the dealer for 2 months. I installed Compustar alarm system. Hopefully it works and doesn’t happen again!
Just started watching you pick up 2022 1ss le and you help when I change my btr 225 cam thanks for the videos
About two months ago Idk if someone was trying to go for my 20' SS but was walking out of the gym and saw someone that looked to be maybe messing with my front drivers side door; yelled at them as i was exiting the gym and ever since then I have been on alert. Key is always in a faraday pouch at home and kill switch has been installed.
Hey is there place where they install kill switches?
@@Martin-h1v Yes, I know Cartoys can do it if you have one in your area. Got a quote from them, if I remember correctly, for about $250. I ended up ordering one online that replaces the starter relay.
Also really depends on the level of protection you want. IGLA seems to be the best option currently, locks your car down with a PIN code. Pretty hefty price though over $1000 to have installed.
Back in the day Trans Am’s were the number 1 stolen car…(long time ago!) I use to take my fuse out every night that went to my fuel pump. It sucked but was worth it.
Don’t use the fob. Use the silver button to unlock. Set up Camaro to auto lock when you walk away and your key fob is not detected. It’s in the settings menu.
Does not matter dude! Sure it helps of they are trying to grab the signal but, otherwise, you need some type of alarm and or something to kill the ignition.
@@erroljones1684 yeah of course why not. For a pro, if someone really wants your car then it’s gone. All we can do is make it as hard to take as possible.
@SudeepC1973 I get that. What you suggested is a great start, but you definitely need layers. Grabbing the signal is not the most common way theives are stealing these cars.
@@erroljones1684 yeah. I am going to add another layer. OnStar. Pay the $20 bucks a month for the theft prevention package. That will enough for me without diving too deep into that rabbit hole. Lastly, I have ‘Out of site, out of mind.’ Good ol’ parking inside a garage.
My friend spent about $1200 on a "kill switch alarm system" and added 3 additional GPS tracking devices (each a different company and app)🤣 I hope he's in the clear
I'd hope so.
Hey lethal. Bad news, Friday morning my Camaro SS was stolen from my apartment here in Sunnyvale CA. Super sad, a neighbor had his ZL1 stolen as well. I had your flex fuel kit on my car too! 😪 I hope the thieves are brought to justice.
@@jonburk8256 did you have any sort of safety measures to prevent theft?
They’re stealing the SS sedans as well. The day I didn’t put the SS in the garage they almost got it but my neighbor came out and they took off.
Glad to hear they got scared off.
Man that was supposed to be the ultimate sleeper car..... And they are targetting it :(
I never leave the car out of my sight. It’s garaged 24/7 and I only take it to cruise nights or car shows !
Same, it’s not my daily and it’s a garage queen but still nervous af 😒😑
@@Davidzl1one I have it insured with Hagerty insurance as I only put roughly 500 miles a year on it
@@JIMFED63 I’ll look into it, mine gets driven on rare occasions as I like it to be 🙏🏻
I worry that someone at a car show will scan the fob and follow me home to steal it later.
@@IROC-ZL1 these are trying times for these cars and their owners, just got to keep faith
You broth up AMSOIL Products, that's what I have used for my 2019 Camaro ever since I purchased the car. I like the idea of the kill switch. I'll keep that In mind thanks. always watch your channel. Have a nice and blessed day. Take care
Just take the starter fuse out if you don’t have a garage or if you’re out for the day trip or what ever.
That's a good trick.
@@Lethalgarage actually it’s the starter relay K10. U can’t miss it. It will not prevent them towing your vehicle but they will not be able to start the vehicle 100%.
@@Standyourground21 Until they replace the fuse.......
@@gbass7328 just for you take one of your tires off. 😂😂
I also take my starter relay out. No car thief is walking around with relays in their pocket
I’ve been running an inexpensive GPS unit that has a starter interrupt feature. Install is pretty straightforward, and the interface includes some nice features like geofencing, speed and direction. If they happen to get around the starter interrupt, I’ll know where my ride is right away.
Well its been awhile and I didnt read the comments, but Im a Camaro Fan. I owned a Z28 back in another life. We were always tinkering with alarm systems and kill switches. I put my battery in the trunk only because it helped shift the weight off the front end of my Gen 2. This caused me to have a problem with enough juice to turn the starter on my very illegal motor. The best place I can think of is to mount a kill just before the starter and have it activate in the cabin. Also removed the front bumper since it weighed in at llike 100 lbs. They had an aluminum replacement brace to keep the subframe stiff. The rest of the car electrics can be connected directly to the battery so when you shut down the starter the rest of the car will still operate.
got mine stolen friday march 1st. found it within hours due to having a tracker but forsure moving to a house with garage and installing a kill switch.
I have a 2015, what kind of tracker did you use?
@@wocker_tx_ranger lojack, highly recommend
Thanks man for the tips I’m getting my Camaro RS this week shipped to my house was searching for how to protect my car from theft here in Vegas.
I have an Air Tag hidden in my interior. I always have my car garaged. I keep the key fobs in a drawer as well.
That will help you track it, but not stop it being stolen.
@@Lethalgarageit’s usually never out of my sight for long
Air tag has a short range
@@gns4838nah I’ve seen them around the world
AirTag is nice but unfortunately due to privacy and other reasons anyone with an iPhone (potential thief) will be alerted if the AirTag is following them and they can locate the AirTag from their own phone with the U1 chip on newer iPhones as well as make the Air Tag play a noise from their iPhone.
Some people have stripped the speaker from the AirTag but it still functions for finding with the U1 chip, aftermarket AirTag compatible devices don’t have the U1 chip but still come with a speaker.
I literally just got my 2021 ss 1le stolen from my home a couple of days ago. Broke my passenger window out. Fortunately, within 2 days of reporting, it stolen it was recovered. I was told nothing significant other than the window was damaged. However I've yet to see the extent of the damage myself. My car is currently in the impound awaiting to be taken to my local repair shop. I'm definitely going all out on security when I get it back. If it happened to me it can happen to anybody so be careful out there.
Yep same here brotha window was broke but unfortunately had no tracker so it was gone for weeks. Get that satellite tracker and a kill switch brotha
My 2SS 1LE was stolen on the 26th of January. It was retrieved 3 days later in Compton. Just 10 miles away from me. They used a reprogramming attack. Apparently the tool to do that is readily available.
Was the car damaged or stripped?
Did they find it with on star
@@Lethalgarage Not really. The stock wheels were stolen and the passenger side mirror was broken off. The moron actually put different wheels on the car so they could drive it around.
@@Jeking84 No. I bought Theft Patrol when I bought the car. That works. They found the car and called the cops. Funny thing, while I was on the phone with Theft Patrol, they found the car instantly, OnStar called me and said they couldn’t find it. The thief took the OnStar module out of the car thinking it was the tracker. All that did was totally deactivate the car. Now I am waiting for a new module so I can finally drive my car again.
Crazy, glad you got it back. Kill switches now, move, garage it etc.
Bought a rapid blue zl1 new last year. Had it stolen in Jan. I was lucky to be able to find it a mile from my house. Insurance took care of the damages. I live in an apt complex so I started storing it in a warehouse where they keep boats, RVs and some vehicles. Worth the price to not have the anxiety of my car being stolen.
I got kill switch for the ignition and one for the fuel pump and a solid steal break paddle lock good luck trying to find the kill switches even if you get the break lock off.
How do ya avoid the engine light from the fuel pump switch
Great video. I have a 2019 2ss with the performance package. it's an eye catcher everywhere I go. I always bring down my insurance and regulations card and put them on my carry bag just in case my car was to get stolen they wont have any of my info. I also use a brake club. And I also have the gap ins. But remember, guys dont have anything with ur info in ur car. It sucks that we have to do a lot to keep our stuff safe. But at least they won't ur info. I do this every day.
Using a faraday box and faraday pouch to block the RF signal from the key fob it actually does work and the camaro is parked in the garage.
pretty sure the camaros are being targeted now as they are NO LONGER being made. Hence parts will start to become higher sought after, and prices go up
We have a few years before parts become hard to find.
Aren't Cadillac parts interchangeable?
@@chadaustin8914the cts v’s and zl1 yes
Igla security system. Expensive, but so are our cars. Will not start without the correct PIN input. Also has a car jacking mode which will shut down the car without the same PIN entry.
I have new 2024 2SS Camaro that I ordered from my Chevy dealer last year. I keep it parked in my secluded car 🚗 port . In addition I use a heavy duty club lock 🔐 attached to the steering wheel. My dealer recommended this to discourage auto theft. Let me know what you think about the club as an anti theft device. Thanks for sharing your video.
It’s not a bad device
I also have the club as well when I got to the gym or go out to eat etc- its not theft PROOF but a deterrant that will slow most down (they'll need a drill or saw to get around it) which would stop most idiot thieves
I had 4 break ins on my 2019 2ss since November last year, kill switch and steering wheel lock saved it from being stolen just minor dents and broken windows now it’s a garage queen I don’t daily it no more
Sheesh bro, where you from?
Good vid very relevant and informative. Regarding cloning the smart key, have heard wrapping the key in tin foil or storing it in a metal container can prevent that.
Electronic shift locker. Can't move from park unless you push and hold a hidden button
Good shit, our FedEx truck uses that. Works wonders😂
I have air suspension installed. I air out, then take the controller with me, and there's a switch that kills the fuses that start both of the compressors. It takes 10 seconds to flip the hidden switch and unplug the controller. The controller fits in my Faraday pouch with my key fob and wallet.
A thief can't steal a car, cat convertor, or wheels if it's laying frame. I also have the air suspension components bolted down under a vented enclosed box to make it harder to steal my airlift management.
I'm looking to install a fuel pump kill switch next. The nice thing about that method is the thief won't know if my car just won't turn over or if there is a kill switch, and it makes a lot of noise. Also, it wont kill all the power and reset everything.
Ravelco disables the starter and other necessary systems so that not even Onstar can start the car without the Revelco key in the car. And the best part is the battery doesn't have to be disconnected.
You guys will have to do like the hellcat guys. get the IGLA alarm. Doesn’t allow the cars keys to be duplicated and doesn’t allow it to move without the IGLA fob or PIN code. From owning a hellcat honestly that is the best bet. The ravelco is another, but you lose remote start. Those two are the only options to stop theft short of them having a tow truck. Even if they steal it on a tow truck the car is a brick and only good for parts at that point. The kill switches, AirTags, all that other stuff doesn’t work.
Use a RFID blocker box or pouch blocks the key connection to the car might be other ways to get around it but I do that to block the key connection
Interrupt the starter, either in the fuse box or at the starter. Or some other process that is required to start, interrupt the fuel pump.
I lost my 2018 SS on february 8th 2023 I was so shock it was gone the day it got stolen and they still didn't find it yet but good thing I have gap insurance
I am surprised not many know about a Faraday bag for the fob when you are at home. Using a Faraday case in conjunction with a Ravelco plug will definitely help if parked outside or at a hotel etc. Also if you hide an Apple airtag in the car make sure you open it and disconnect the speaker so it cannot be found by the thieves when it makes the connected/disconnected/out of range audio alert.
I have a 5gen ZL1 garaged! But I Also have a hidden tracker in my ride linked to my cell when I need it to be away for service to make sure there is NO joy riding when I can't be there! So there is that option if your cell phone provider has it available? The only down fall, the tracker is charged and is good up to 5 days before needing a full charge✌
They sell key fob case covers on Amazon that blocks the signal for $10. I just bought one after learning about this information.
Damn Matt!! How you gonna show my 2022 Black ZL1 that got stolen last May 2nd, of 2022 crashed in the ditch RIGHT OFF THE BAT!! That's brutal!😭😭 🤣🤣...P.S.:TRUE STORY! . I have the article and picture still on my phone, my dealership called the Brighton County Sheriff's department the next day and confirmed that car in the ditch was MY VIN for the car I ordered. 😭😭😭. All is good though. Got a 2023 at Employee Pricing so ended up paying less for my '23 than I would have for the '22. 🙌🙌🙌👍
I thought this was an unsold car, man sorry that happened to you.
@Lethalgarage ah man, it's all good..I'm just giving you a hard time! 👍😁. It unfortunately was indeed my car, it was featured on The Drive Inside's channel after it happened. I was devastated when I received the news but it all worked out in the end so that's all that matters 👍👍😁😁
As a side question though: I saw/read this on another comment section but is there something MORE secure about just using the silver button on the door handle to lock/unlock instead of using the key fob since the key fob sends a signal???
I mean, it doesn't really matter if no one is around. But technically, yes if someone is in a car near by when you use your key, that can allow them to clone it.
@@Lethalgarage OK, good to know 👍. Thanks! 🙏👍
As far as I’ve seen this is a big issue with push to start vehicles in general. Keep your keys somewhere deeper in your house/apartment. Maybe even in a rfid case.
Lethal I just went to my garage and tried it out my 2019 Camaro holding both the open and lock buttons for 3 seconds and was surprised it actually worked my lights flash three times and I couldn't open my door Try yours and please let us know if your key fob turns off too!!
I was trying to do this yesterday on my 2017. Not sure if something needs to be enabled in vehicle settings. Mine did nothing, ss 1le
This is happening big time with GMC AT4's..... in the Houston area, about 1500 plus, this year alone. Just a heads up
Faraday cage boxes also stop the duplicators, i store my keys in one, held the box right next to the car, wouldnt open, wouldnt start. Then added a kill switch to the fuel system to stop the fuel pump.
Did you have to go through the floor under the back seat? I’m trying to figure out the best way to access the fuel pump to install a switch.
Or look up camaro almost gone in 60 sec. The guy in the video just installed some sort of kill switch that didnt kill the main power. But was able to keep them from starting and stealing it.
Seems like there are two methods that are being used at the moment to steal our cars. Key fob cloning and OBD attack. The former can be easily solved by an EMF box or some other metal case to store keys in. The latter can be solved with a rewired or relocated OBD port. There was a very good thread on the forums for wiring in a dummy OBD port. Luckily have not heard of any stolen Camaros in NY... yet.
The EMF is a cool idea. Something that could generate a bunch of random fob signals would work too.
I use a faraday bag for my truck key fob.
Yup yup.. my window got pulled out, bad guy made it inside my car, in a parking garage of a mall on the nice side of town(perfect area to look for cars right?)
I came back to my vehicle with local PD surrounding my car saying that they probably didn’t take because they didn’t know how to drive manual. Seemingly, with an obd2 device, bad guys can program a key on the spot once they are inside. They were in a stolen ZL1. Sad.
Find your "Electronic Fuel System (EFS) Relay under the hood on the switch board, and take it out and keep inside the house or with you.
They can't start the car. Keep the battery plugged in as is. Simply.
Guys please don’t pay for on star it is a waste of money. They stole my car I heard it turn on called them within 5 minutes to disable the car and they have already disabled it all they had to do was pull out a fuse
Wonder if the + cable running to the starter itself could use a hi amp. disconnect, that would keep all the electronics hot, but car will not start. Short of flatbedding the car off....
I had my ZL! stolen from my performance shop. I recently installed the compustar T13 as an additional security measure, it completely blocks the starter, even if you have the actual camaro remote or if you duplicate the key fob, you still cant start it without disarming the compustar. It also has GPS tracking, 2-way remote, and drone LTE app that notifies you wherever you are in the country. Check em out....The IGLA is also another pin-system option but it doesnt alert you if a tow truck grabs it and it has no GPS. The only reason my car was recovered is, the new mcleod clutch had not been bled, so they couldnt drive it, found it with the clutch on the floor.
Has anyone used the Mobillistics intelligent relay? You replace either the starter or fuel pump relay, and it has a remote shutoff to immobilize the car.
Definitely an easy to add layer of defense. Igla, Ravelco, lots of good options.
Mine just got stolen but thankfully I recovered it in semi good condition 2nd time they try already 😅
Thinking about installing a Killswitch(s) in mine… I know for sure that a manual seems to be a deterrent for thieves
Easiest way is to pull starter relay or ecu relay...or both...no clock or window resetting
Someone on the Facebook groups had an attempt made twice on their ZL1 in their apartment lot, both times were deterred to their killswitch
Might have to start a Camaro Watch
What about a fuel pump kill switch... They might get down the road, but they wont get to their destination to strip it. Not sure why they haven't added a pin code like a phone unlock after you get in the car that will unlock the ECU.
If you can afford an IGLA system i highly recomend it.
Looks like we are going to have too.
How much?
@@davidgledhilljr711200 to 1400
@@davidgledhilljr71around $1,200 for installation typically
Got mine broken into in Memphis last yr, just wanted my gun didn't attempt to steal it though...but a kill switch is getting installed soon
They tried to get me in Cordova last year. They wanted my car didn’t take any belongings out.
@@TheBhzjdog I was in bartlett, first and last time fck them folks🖕🏽😂 we gotta stay safe out her brother
Thanks for posting this topic, Lethal.
I have a 5th gen ss you need a Key to start my car no key fob. They could steal my key fob signal to get into my car but how would you start it without a key.
Remove the fuse 30amp. First Purple switch above the black relay that says GM on the right lower hand side of the box. That’s the starter fuse. Or install a Revelco Killswitch.
OBD Block, like an aluminum 'VTT “OBD-LOCK” ODB port locking tool'
Basically, the relay attacks from the keys are still possible. But since most people are using faraday cages/pouches and how they steal it from crowded parking lots is they are fairly easily programming a new key and they don't need an existing one with high end scanning/programming tools, hence why windows are getting smashed to access the port.
How do you guys feel about foot pedal locks and steering wheel club??
Old school steering wheel/brake pedal locking bar adds theft time and thief may move on to easier target.
Hack saw takes less than 20 seconds to cut through the steering wheel and they can easily slip off any aftermarket wheel to brake pedal/ wheel to window club lock. Had it happen to my truck 15 years ago. Detachable steering wheel with a hub lock plate is better (for older cars without airbags) with a Ravelco plug and a Faraday bag for the newer vehicles.
I have the 2018 ZL1 1LE, and would it be best to just isolate the starter circuit, thus still keeping all power to everything else? Thus using a kill switch to power a 12VDC high power contactor/relay to the main hot wire to the starter.
I'll usually pull the starter fuse pull. Good luck getting it started.
Install a remote battery disconnect. I did 4 Camaros, and it works great they love it.
Can you upload a vid about it? I’d love to give it a watch
I saw someone post a video on this, and 1) the alarm goes off when they re-engage the battery, and 2) all of the settings are reset (clock, seat memory, etc)
Is there a way to do a battery d/c and avoid these things?
@@jb1633At the starter relay.
@jb1633 they don't have this issue. the only thing they had to reset the windows nothing else.
What about a remote fuel pump switch?
Layering is the name of the game to me. Be a pain in the butt so they "hopfully" move on to someone else as the clock ticks. All metal ODBII Lock (OBDsaver). Overpriced to me but couldn't find better for less and wanted peace of mind with that easy method. Kill switch that's fob operated (intentionally vague). I may or may not have another kill switch to another circuit. More layering to come. Getting ideas from the replies.
Throw your key fop into a ezypass rfid sleeve. They are free on request if you have ezpass.
Trackhawk GPS kill switch. Mine works wonders. Also bought a $20 key bag from EBay that blocks signal
They stole my ss in a downtown Fort Worth, tx park lot 2 weeks ago, just got the call it was recovered today with the motor missing smh
My zl1 was broken into at Sunmmit racing store , they tried to get her
Outside of Summit???? Damn, that is brazen.
In Dallas I bet 😐
What Summit location?
Texas location
They have 45 parking lot cameras, license plate readers at every entrance, and city police in the parking lot with private security roaming around the lot 😆 🤣
This was 2.5 years ago
This was the same thing that has been happening to Challengers/Chargers forever. As soon as I got my car I bought a faraday cage box to hold the keys.
Smh....
I feel lucky that mine is garaged every night and never more than 100 feet from me while it’s parked outside at work. I feel for anyone who’s gotten theirs stolen. My dad had his Infiniti stolen not too long ago (it was recovered.) I cant imagine what that feels like.
Just had my Camaro 2SS stolen. fortunately I left my air pods in the back seat and the guy never ditched them. was able to get it back fortunately with minimal damage.
Live in LA aswell
Will GM fix this problem to prevent thieves from starting and stealing our car
Lost my 2022 ZL1 3 weeks ago , my first brand new car only had 10,000 miles on it. On star was useless . 😢
They’re using the interiors and parts for older Monte Carlo/ Camaro interior swaps. Those motors and interiors are in demand right now
Do y’all think having OnStar enabled is a good idea? As far as turning the car off and tracking if it gets stolen
They typically disable it right away. It’s very known how to do that.
I have a 5th gen ss.. are they targeting 6th mostly because of the Keyless start?
Easy keep it in the garage and only take it out on nice days like i do,23 1ss 6 speed,riverside blue bought new.