Hi, I've got a 3 year old Disco 4 and its soon to become a Disco 5. I've become increasingly aware of the security issues surrounding keyless entry vehicles and criminals using access to the OBD port to re-programme a key and then drive off with your vehicle.
Question.. Why have Land Rover placed the OBD socket in a relatively easy access location? Why is the OBD port not even covered with a blanking plate? If someone breaks in then they will be using 'feel' to locate and insert re-programming device. Surely by concealing it more will slow down any potential thief? Also, why not have a simple cover like a glove box flap and put a simple lock? I just find this amusing that Land Rover have located the switch in a accessable area and not even covered.
Thoughts?
Question.. Why have Land Rover placed the OBD socket in a relatively easy access location? Why is the OBD port not even covered with a blanking plate? If someone breaks in then they will be using 'feel' to locate and insert re-programming device. Surely by concealing it more will slow down any potential thief? Also, why not have a simple cover like a glove box flap and put a simple lock? I just find this amusing that Land Rover have located the switch in a accessable area and not even covered.
Thoughts?
