BI OBD Protector Anti-Theft Immobiliser for OBD Socket Cover for OBD Interface

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This allows the OBD port to still be accessed for servicing, but will hopefully confuse criminals long enough for them to give up. The OBD-Saver Basic involves coded (approx. 300 different variants) and countersunk special screws, which are freely accessible.

Tech-savvy criminals can use the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port fitted to modern cars to start the car and drive it away. Beside the drivers knee on the right hand drive model is a cover for the fuse box, which also hosts the OBD port

Once installed, you will also need to ensure that mechanics or dealership technicians can access the port for maintenance or servicing. No software or coded equipment involved, therefore there is no possibility of thieves overcoming the system.

When a fault occurs, an OBD reader can be used to scan for error codes that have been logged by the car. These correspond to a specific list of errors, which can help narrow down what might have caused the problem. The basic idea of an OBD port is to allow car manufacturers, garages and owners easy access to diagnostic information about their vehicle. This is done through plugging a device into a port that uses a common design.

Read on for information about what stealing a vehicle using the OBD port actually means, and the measures you can take to protect your car. So, what is an OBD port? The earliest OBD ports were introduced in the 1970s, and they became more prevalent on American cars in the 1980s. Californian legislation introduced in 1988 meant new cars sold there had to have basic OBD compliance.

A variety of Ford models have also been targeted, including the previous-generation Fiesta and Focus. A: The OBDS has been successfully tested and validated by several vehicle manufacturers. No manufacturer raised concerns about the warranty. You can see an example from a well-known manufacturer under this LINK . Thefts using OBD ports are just one of the methods used by professional car criminals. Exploiting keyless entry and start systems through relay devices is the tactic many people are aware of, but OBD thefts are also a problem.The rules around OBD ports mean that car manufacturers cannot restrict their access, or make them hard to locate inside a car. For professional car thieves, this delivers a potentially efficient way to steal a vehicle. In 2001, the European Union introduced requirements that all new petrol cars must offer OBD access. New diesel-powered models were included from 2003. This standard is often referred to as EOBD. What can an OBD port be used for? Programming replacement keys, should a new spare be needed, can be done via the OBD port as well. Why is the OBD port a theft risk? Of course, there are other measures that can be taken to secure your OBD port like relocating it somewhere else but If that’s not for you then consider getting the OBD-Saver. The problem has made headlines, typically with attention-grabbing videos of how easy the process can be.