Transponder Based Security System Information
for Domestic And Foreign Imported Vehicles

• Please Read Important Transponder Information
• • See: Wired Magazine Article [Articles of Interest]
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• Want to learn more?
• • Sign up for an NJVTI Training Seminar.
     
    

• Vehicle Security Systems - Downloadable Updates 
• • Industry Updates, Nov 2004, by Ken Vitty.
    Featuring Ford PATS III, GM On-Star, and more.
    (documents will be uploaded soon)
    
  
  

• Transponder Facts - by Ken Vitty, Sterling Investigations

Fact:

• 1.  The Top 5 Selling Cars in North America are now using transponders.
  2. Over 65% of the vehicles built in 2001+ are equipped with transponder keys.
  3. There are currently over 45,000,000 vehicles on North American roads that utilize transponder technology.
  4. 75% of these vehicles can be services by locksmiths.
  5. 25% of these vehicles require specialized diagnostic tools. (Specialized tools must be used to add or originate new transponder keys)
  
  Important Notes:
  1. To clone a key transponder value code with the specialized technical tools, a key is needed to clone an existing key.
  2. Lock picking, or the use of any other method of lock bypass without the use of the correctly cut mechanical key, leaves telltale evidence of use.
  3. The mechanical key cuts are also needed to rotate the ignition lock without causing damage to the steering column.
   
  
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• Transponder Lists (downloadable files)

• • Transponder List 2003 (Oct)
  
  
  • Transponder List 2003 (Jan)
  
  
  • Transponder List 2002
  
  
  • Transponder List 2001 (updates)
  
  

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This information provided within our web pages is intended as a guide only. The information has been collected and is based on available published references from many sources, and has not been independently verified by the association or author. WHEN IN DOUBT, CONTACT THE ORIGINAL DEALER OF SALE, provide them with the vehicle identification number, and verify if the vehicle was equipped with the transponder system as an option or as standard equipment.

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