Car Alarm & Vehicle Storage

Tiny
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  • 1999 GMC SIERRA
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I am going to put my truck in storage for about 45 days. I am not going to arm the car alarm (a Sidewinder 5000). If the battery runs down could it trigger the alarm even with the alarm off? Thanks
Monday, February 21st, 2011 AT 7:57 PM

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Tiny
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Don't know about aftermarket stuff but the factory-installed anti-theft could kick in when you try to start the engine. The standard throughout much of the industry is due to all of the many computers' memory circuits drawing from the battery all the time, with a good battery, the engine should still start after sitting for three weeks. That doesn't mean the battery will be totally dead, just that it might not crank the engine fast enough to start.

What I would do, if possible, is leave the hood popped so you don't even have to open the door to get to the hood release, then connect a jumper pack or charger before you try to start the engine. Leave either one connected for five to ten minutes before starting.

Caradiodoc
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Monday, February 21st, 2011 AT 10:51 PM
Tiny
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Ok great thank you for the information.
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Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011 AT 1:46 AM

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