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Re: Why doesn't 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis have a steering wheel lock?
Obviously a sign of the times where automotive manufacturers are cutting down on costs wherever they can.
Comparing apples to apples, my 2005 Accord Coupe has all the same security features. Has your standard remote for locking & unlocking the doors, as well as a remote trunk release. While Honda has kept the steering wheel lock (they also use a chip in the key to prevent theft), they too have dropped the lock on the passenger door, as well as dropping the lock on the trunk (there's a mechanical trunk release inside the car in addition to the electronic remote). I couldn't even lock someone in the trunk if I wanted to, as there's an emergency release in plain view (just for those who, no doubt, are installing speakers on a weekend & accidentally get shut in).
One could argue that an ignition lock could slow down a thief, we all know that a pro can get by this in seconds. Ford is probably saving millions just by eliminating this simple component. There could be an arguement for the use, or elimination, of the ignition lock in today's world. For the average car owner, it really shouldn't have much impact. There was a time when there was no such thing as wheel locks, and it looks as though those times are upon us again.
Regardless, it is "interesting" - probably not all of Ford's fleet are without ignition locks.
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