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Ordered 2023 Crosstrek and see Anti-Theft Alarm & Immobilizer System listed on the sticker.. should I ask to have it removed?

12K views 3 replies 3 participants last post by  TnC Eas  
Nothing to worry about. The anti-theft system that is factory-installed on our Crosstreks is comprised of an alarm system plus an engine immobilizer. The forum posts you found regarding immobilizers was for the third-party immobilizer that some dealerships install before displaying their cars out on the sales lot. Your inbound Crosstrek won't need that since it's already found a buyer (you) so no need for the dealer-installed immobilizer.

As for Starlink negating the need for an engine immobilizer, it can only alert you when your car has been violated plus it can geo-locate your car if stolen. An engine immobilizer ensures that the car stays put until a correctly coded key fob shows up in the car's proximity.