2011 convertible security
04-09-2012, 09:28 AM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Florida
Posts: 2
2011 convertible security
I recently purchased a 2011 convertible, love the car but need some help. Has anyone found a part number or accessory to add a glove box lock? Seems odd to me not to have it lock, especially in a convertible.
Also, the trunk, I've had no luck with dealers to disengage the trunk button which works all the time. Again making the trunk not so secure. It doesn't have a key access on the deck lid, which would be one option to make it secure.
Any thoughts? I've owned several convertibles and never had either of these lock not be there.
Also, the trunk, I've had no luck with dealers to disengage the trunk button which works all the time. Again making the trunk not so secure. It doesn't have a key access on the deck lid, which would be one option to make it secure.
Any thoughts? I've owned several convertibles and never had either of these lock not be there.
04-09-2012, 10:02 AM
#2
2nd Gear Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Texas
Posts: 285
The armrest storage has a lock.
Just had a thought. Did you get the added security system with the motion detectors? As far as added locks never heard of anything.
Just had a thought. Did you get the added security system with the motion detectors? As far as added locks never heard of anything.
Last edited by Tex-stang; 04-09-2012 at 10:05 AM.
04-09-2012, 11:45 AM
#3
yeah if the car has those motion sensing dohickeys in the map light thingy, anyone that tries to stick their hands in the car will set the alarm off. I have a vert but nothing in mine locks, but I also don't leave the top down when I step away from the car.
04-09-2012, 01:21 PM
#5
2nd Gear Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: CA
Posts: 217
glove box lock - got it (don't recall ever using it though)
motion sensors at mirror - got it
guess i found yet another reason why i don't like 2010+ mustangs anymore.
on the other hand, its extremely rare for me to leave the top open when i'm away from the car.
04-10-2012, 12:02 AM
#7
Got the Glovebox lock as well as the spot for the key to open the trunk.
Funny story... My wife takes my car to the cabin... locks the keys in the trunk of the car... Not so funny, I'm away on a trip at the time.
Had to call the dealer to get a lock code, then we called a locksmith who cut a key... well, a large phone bill later as well as a locksmith charge... You get the picture.
However! A good friend of mine told me about a "Reed" switch. This type of switch is activated when you place a magnet over it. We talked about placing a Reed switch on the car somewhere to work as the trunk release in cases like this. Haven't done it yet but if I do, I will sure to post instructions and photos.
Funny story... My wife takes my car to the cabin... locks the keys in the trunk of the car... Not so funny, I'm away on a trip at the time.
Had to call the dealer to get a lock code, then we called a locksmith who cut a key... well, a large phone bill later as well as a locksmith charge... You get the picture.
However! A good friend of mine told me about a "Reed" switch. This type of switch is activated when you place a magnet over it. We talked about placing a Reed switch on the car somewhere to work as the trunk release in cases like this. Haven't done it yet but if I do, I will sure to post instructions and photos.
04-10-2012, 03:31 PM
#9
1st Gear Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Michigan
Posts: 57
The trunk button DOES NOT work when the top is down and the car is locked. It's disabled. Also there is a key release for the trunk. It's hidden in the rear seat. See pages 91 and 106 in the owners manual.
