Update on long term driving with even brake
Several weeks ago I read a post that suggested that using a ready brake or even brake and with the required set of key to accessory to unlock steering could/would cause severe battery drain. I was pla...
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Goldencrazy wrote:
I think that is a good suggestion if the Jeep was my primary toad but in my case I only take the Jeep when we are making the trip and staying in one place for an extended period. Otherwise for normal travel with two or three night or up to a week stays we love towing the Smart Car. By the way for those who suggested methods to remove the steering lock, I tried to get a dealership and several lock experts to do it and none would. Seemed strange as new models are lock free.
I removed my steering wheel lock myself in about two hours. It was not that difficult. I had to buy some tools that cost around $20. I could share the information with you if you are interested. My Jeep is a 2007 model and it does have the key with the chip in it. Jeep stopped using the steering wheel lock in the mid 2008 year model. There are some videos out there that show the entire process. You would just have to search for them.
