hood pin switch

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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
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Printed Date: June 23, 2025 at 12:55 PM

Topic: hood pin switch

Posted By: twisty1er
Subject: hood pin switch
Date Posted: August 06, 2004 at 6:20 PM

This might sound like a stupid question but where does the hood pin switch go on a alrm installation?????? And what is it used for????? Im just a amateur and tomorrow im going to install my first alarm ever!!! help

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Posted By: Trav3D1
Date Posted: August 06, 2004 at 6:59 PM

The hood pin switch is usually mounted on the side or front of the hood track of a vehicle. It is used to provide security when someone is attempting to break into a car and would like to cut the wires to the siren.

I personally do not install hood pins because they rust quickly from moisture and rain.

Good luck

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Trav

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