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Forced Ignition - Frequently Asked Questions

Can Forced Ignition provide "3 point" vehicle immobilisation ?

Yes it can.

Some insurers require that immobilisers be fitted to provide "3 point" immobilisation.

3 Point immobilisation generally means a system that interrupts the power supply to a vehicle's starter motor, fuel pump, and ignition coil.

If your insurance company requires that an immobiliser provides "3 point" immobilisation, an optional wiring harness that provides for "3 point" immobilisation is available for use with the Forced Ignition system.

Click here for more information about the 3 point immobilisation harness

How fast will I receive my Forced Ignition system ?

All Forced Ignition systems are shipped via express air freight with full tracking in transit. Your order is fully insured at no additional cost.

Having dealt with a number of shipping companies we have chosen an international shipping company to ship orders who are one of the biggest in the world.

All orders are scanned and fully tracked in transit, and we provide you with a link via email so that you can track the delivery of your order on our shipping company's website.

We don't like waiting for extended periods for parts for own project cars to arrive, nor wasting time trying to find packages that other parts retailers' shippers have mislaid, so we assume you don't either !

The advantage to our customers provided by our chosen shipping company is that orders are delivered quickly, reliably, with full insurance, and with full tracking every step of the way from warehouse to your front door.

Generally speaking, Forced Ignition systems take roughly 72 hours to arrive at metropolitan Australian addresses once they leave the warehouse. Rest assured that your order is shipped by express air courier and will reach you as soon as humanly possible.

What is the Forced Ignition Disabling System?

The Forced Ignition Disabling System is patented technology unlike anything else on the market. Forced Ignition is the only passive system available and protects you and your loved ones in the event of carjacking and theft. The Forced Ignition disabling system is designed to prevent would be carjackers and thieves from getting far away with your vehicle. Most car thefts occur at chance while you are pumping gas, running into the store, in the parking lot, etc. If a would be thief or carjacker takes control of your vehicle, that vehicle stops at about 150 yards - allowing the criminal to be far enough away for you to avoid danger yet keeps the vehicle and its contents close enough to recover.

How does the Forced Ignition Disabling System work?

The patented Forced Ignition system uses radio frequencies to determine the location of your vehicle. The radios are programmed to “talk” to one another. If the vehicle is left running and the authorized driver gets out of range, the vehicle will continue running until taken out of the “park” position. If the car is being driven out of range of the authorized driver wearing the reflector, the vehicle simply shuts down – the effect is that the vehicle ran out of gas. The vehicle will not start back up until the radios are back within range of one another. Best of all – the system works automatically.

Forced Ignition developed a highly secure encryption algorithm and code sequence that ensures your system not be traced by anyone. This simply means that your Forced Ignition System is unique from every other Forced Ignition System on the market and is safe from being over-ridden.

Other systems require me to turn them on or off or call a number to get it to work. What do I have to do to activate the Forced Ignition System?

Wear your reflector. That’s it! You have nothing to turn on or off, you don’t have to call anyone to activate the system, there are no monthly fees, no secret codes to remember or hidden switches to fumble with.

How do I install the Forced Ignition System on my car - I know absolutely nothing about cars?

You don’t have to know anything about cars or trucks to install the Forced Ignition Disabling System. Just follow the simple step-by-step instructions supplied with your unit and have the Forced Ignition System working within minutes. Forced Ignition has made sure that virtually anyone can install the system but your local mechanic can also install the system if you prefer.

When you order the Forced Ignition system, your sales personnel will ask you the year, make and model of the vehicle in which the Forced Ignition System is to be installed. If at any time you decide to move the Forced Ignition system to another vehicle, our technical support staff will be available to assist you.

I already have an alarm system, why do I need the Forced Ignition System?

Let’s face it, the most expensive alarm systems, tracking systems, etc. will not stop a vehicle once it is stolen. The stolen vehicle could be involved in a tragic accident due to high-speed police chase or could be disassembled and sold for parts at a chop shop.

Forced Ignition is not an alarm, it is a disabling system – it will STOP your car. Alarms are great, keep it if you want, but for protection against car jacking and theft, Forced Ignition will keep your vehicle, your property and your family safe!

What kind of warranty does the Forced Ignition System carry?

Forced Ignition covers all new car warranties. In other cases, Forced Ignition carries a standard one-year warranty. The details of the warranty will come with the Forced Ignition system when you order or click here to read it now. The warranty covers repair or replacement under normal use. There is an extended warranty available; click here for details.

Should I get a discount on my automobile insurance when I install the Forced Ignition system?

Most US states offer discounts for anti-theft or disabling systems that are installed. Contact your insurance company, insurance agent or state insurance commissioner to find out more information. Click on the "insurance" link on the top right of this page for a current list of US states offering discounts.

What will happen if I leave my reflector at home and drive away?

You can hope that you wore your walking shoes. Don’t feel alone because a lot of people leave the reflector at home at least once.

Generally though you will only forget it once. The system works on distance so if you forget your reflector then the system is doing exactly what it was designed to do – stop the car in the case of an unauthorized driver. As far as the car knows, the authorized driver is still at home.

If I get a new vehicle, can I reuse the Forced Ignition system on a different car?

Absolutely, just disconnect the system from your vehicle and install it on the other vehicle, the boat, and the four-wheeler, whatever you want. Our technical support center can help you with the installation on a different vehicle.

What other property can I protect with the Forced Ignition system?

The Forced Ignition Disabling System can be installed on boats, heavy equipment, farm equipment, over the road vehicles, four wheelers, motorcycles, scooters, golf carts – pretty much anything that doesn’t fly.

What if I lose my reflector?

That’s not good. If you don’t happen to have a spare, a replacement reflector can be shipped to you the next day with your verified information. Contact your local dealer. In the event that a reflector is not found, other reflectors you may have can be reprogrammed so that the lost one is no longer usable. There are packages available that include an additional reflector – consider keeping a spare.

Can I use the same reflector on other vehicles I own?

The reflector can be programmed to run all of your vehicles or only one.

For example, through the family setup program, the parent’s reflector can operate your car, your spouses’ car and the kid’s car but the kid’s reflector will only work on his or her car. It’s really all up to you!

Will anyone else’s reflector work on my vehicle?

Your reflector will only work on your vehicle or other vehicles you own. Be assured that NO other reflector in the country will ever have your specific identification code.

What if the battery in the reflector goes dead?

The reflector battery will last 6 months to a year. Instructions on how to change the battery will come with your system or you can click here to view now.

Since the system will not run with a dead battery, the system has several safety warnings in place for this instance.

There is a visible alarm system to let you know that the battery is getting low. A red LED light will flash.

Once this alarm warning is active, you have about two days left on the battery charge. It is best not to wait two days to change it though.

Why do law enforcement, banks and armored cars need this system?

Any business that makes multiple stops throughout the day needs the Forced Ignition Disabling System simply because the percentage is higher for these vehicles to be stolen. Once a law enforcement vehicle is stolen, a criminal then has access to radio, weapons and ammunition, not to mention public trust. Banks and armored vehicles are self-explanatory – who hasn’t dreamt of a truck full of money?

Forced Ignition is very proud to have the backing of law enforcement and other high profile businesses. Forced Ignition is even prouder to have the opportunity to create a personal version of the disabling system that is now available to the general public.

The disabling system was originally invented and intended for personal use and now the product that is trusted by law enforcement officials is available to everyone.

I have a subscription to a tracking system; do I still need Forced Ignition?

Tracking systems are great but what happens when you are carjacked and your child is in the back seat of the vehicle? Are you comfortable with the statistics that promise your vehicle can be found in under an hour? What can happen to your child in under an hour?

Forced Ignition’s disabling system eliminates that worry because your vehicle will only be 150 or so yards from you when the bad guy figures out that he isn’t getting anywhere.

Your personal belongings are safe, your child is safe, your briefcase is safe, your pet poodle is safe, the project on your laptop is safe - you get the point. The feeling of being violated is diminished because there was no time for the thief to plunder through your vehicle either !

Is Forced Ignition the only system on the market like this?

The Forced Ignition Disabling System is protected by US and Foreign patents, meaning this system is unique.

The Forced Ignition Disabling System is the ONLY 100% truly passive system - you don’t have to do anything except wear the reflector.

There are no buttons to push, no codes to remember, no monthly fees – absolutely nothing!

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created on 2007-10-07 22:25:09 by adamr