'14 Difference In Security Options
5/6/13, 02:28 PM
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'14 Difference In Security Options
I noticed that the Ford website added a "Vehicle Security System" to the Mustang build page under Accessories. At least I didn't notice it the past 500 times I visited the site trying to decide on options.
Anybody know if its the same alarm that come with the "Reverse Sensing System and Security Package?" Sounds similar.
I wanted to get a factory alarm with the car but the Reverse Sensor seems redundant if you're getting the nav /w backup camera.
Anybody know if its the same alarm that come with the "Reverse Sensing System and Security Package?" Sounds similar.
I wanted to get a factory alarm with the car but the Reverse Sensor seems redundant if you're getting the nav /w backup camera.
5/6/13, 03:14 PM
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I believe that it is. It seems that some of the options that are included in other packages are split out for those who want them separately.
I went through something similar with the illuminated door sills. I wanted the tacked on as an option as it is listed on the accessories page right next to the security system, but it turns out that the illuminated sills are a standard feature if you get the Premium package.
I went through something similar with the illuminated door sills. I wanted the tacked on as an option as it is listed on the accessories page right next to the security system, but it turns out that the illuminated sills are a standard feature if you get the Premium package.
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Crazy, I'm not sure. I do know the one that comes with the reverse sensing/security system has a sensor to detect if the car is not level, and in the convertible there are motion sensors. If I were guessing I would say those things don't come with the regular system. I only say this because I know the systems in the F-150's are different.
Also, the reverse sensing is a good thing to have. You cannot be watching the reverse camera the entire time you are backing. You know how busy parking lots can be at times. I was backing, took my eye off the camera to see where the front of the car was, and a lady walked right behind the car. The sensors sounded, and I stopped thinking WTH. There she was, oblivious to the world. Just my .02 cents.
You can contact "Deysha", our Ford rep. here. She is great, and can tell you for sure.
Welcome to the forum.
Also, the reverse sensing is a good thing to have. You cannot be watching the reverse camera the entire time you are backing. You know how busy parking lots can be at times. I was backing, took my eye off the camera to see where the front of the car was, and a lady walked right behind the car. The sensors sounded, and I stopped thinking WTH. There she was, oblivious to the world. Just my .02 cents.
You can contact "Deysha", our Ford rep. here. She is great, and can tell you for sure.
Welcome to the forum.
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5/6/13, 03:48 PM
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Ford offers a aftermarket alarm, dealer installed. They offered it to me when I bought my car, think it was like $495 installed, I let them keep it, can do better for less elsewhere.
I also doubt that it is the same as the factory installed option.
If you don't want the backup sensors, then just get an alarm installed from a specialty shop after you get the car.
I also doubt that it is the same as the factory installed option.
If you don't want the backup sensors, then just get an alarm installed from a specialty shop after you get the car.
5/7/13, 07:52 AM
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Thanks for the replies everyone.
Never had the sensors before, but yes its amazing how many people just pop up on the screen etc totally oblivious the the backup lights. 
If its just a Ford alarm that the dealer puts in for 500 (parts + labor) then I might as well just spend a little more and get the full sensor pkg from the factory.
I really wanted to stay away from an aftermarket alarm this time. Spent good money on getting a nice alarm put in my 08' G35S (R.I.P) and it just never really integrated into the car well. Way to many headaches.
Thanks again all.
Also, the reverse sensing is a good thing to have. You cannot be watching the reverse camera the entire time you are backing. You know how busy parking lots can be at times. I was backing, took my eye off the camera to see where the front of the car was, and a lady walked right behind the car. The sensors sounded, and I stopped thinking WTH. There she was, oblivious to the world. Just my .02 cents.
Ford offers a aftermarket alarm, dealer installed. They offered it to me when I bought my car, think it was like $495 installed, I let them keep it, can do better for less elsewhere.
I also doubt that it is the same as the factory installed option.
If you don't want the backup sensors, then just get an alarm installed from a specialty shop after you get the car.
I also doubt that it is the same as the factory installed option.
If you don't want the backup sensors, then just get an alarm installed from a specialty shop after you get the car.
If its just a Ford alarm that the dealer puts in for 500 (parts + labor) then I might as well just spend a little more and get the full sensor pkg from the factory.
I really wanted to stay away from an aftermarket alarm this time. Spent good money on getting a nice alarm put in my 08' G35S (R.I.P) and it just never really integrated into the car well. Way to many headaches.
Thanks again all.
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I noticed that the Ford website added a "Vehicle Security System" to the Mustang build page under Accessories. At least I didn't notice it the past 500 times I visited the site trying to decide on options.
Anybody know if its the same alarm that come with the "Reverse Sensing System and Security Package?" Sounds similar.
I wanted to get a factory alarm with the car but the Reverse Sensor seems redundant if you're getting the nav /w backup camera.
Anybody know if its the same alarm that come with the "Reverse Sensing System and Security Package?" Sounds similar.
I wanted to get a factory alarm with the car but the Reverse Sensor seems redundant if you're getting the nav /w backup camera.
Crazy, I'm not sure. I do know the one that comes with the reverse sensing/security system has a sensor to detect if the car is not level, and in the convertible there are motion sensors. If I were guessing I would say those things don't come with the regular system. I only say this because I know the systems in the F-150's are different.
Also, the reverse sensing is a good thing to have. You cannot be watching the reverse camera the entire time you are backing. You know how busy parking lots can be at times. I was backing, took my eye off the camera to see where the front of the car was, and a lady walked right behind the car. The sensors sounded, and I stopped thinking WTH. There she was, oblivious to the world. Just my .02 cents.
You can contact "Deysha", our Ford rep. here. She is great, and can tell you for sure.
Welcome to the forum.
Also, the reverse sensing is a good thing to have. You cannot be watching the reverse camera the entire time you are backing. You know how busy parking lots can be at times. I was backing, took my eye off the camera to see where the front of the car was, and a lady walked right behind the car. The sensors sounded, and I stopped thinking WTH. There she was, oblivious to the world. Just my .02 cents.
You can contact "Deysha", our Ford rep. here. She is great, and can tell you for sure.
Welcome to the forum.
Thanks for the support, wanted33!
Deysha
5/12/13, 03:33 PM
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I added the factory sensors to me car just the other day. I was backing into a parking spot today and was very surprised that it even alerted as I got close to the curb.
5/12/13, 08:57 PM
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FWIW, for most cars Deysha is absolutely right about the backup camera - two little reverse lights don't give you much light to work with.
The Mustang, however, has four bright-*** backup lamps, and combined with the six bright-*** brake lamps that are on at least half-way (since it's night, you have at least your parking lamps on, right?), there is absolutely more than enough light for the backup camera to work with.
That having been said, though, I have both the camera and the back-up sensors, and very much like having both. Something about multiple independent backups... get it? Backup sensors? HAH!
The Mustang, however, has four bright-*** backup lamps, and combined with the six bright-*** brake lamps that are on at least half-way (since it's night, you have at least your parking lamps on, right?), there is absolutely more than enough light for the backup camera to work with.
That having been said, though, I have both the camera and the back-up sensors, and very much like having both. Something about multiple independent backups... get it? Backup sensors? HAH!
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Ha thanks for the extra info. My infiniti had a great night backup camera before said camera and rest of the rear was crushed by a jetta. Deysha had me a little worried the mustangs was horrible at night.
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FWIW, for most cars Deysha is absolutely right about the backup camera - two little reverse lights don't give you much light to work with.
The Mustang, however, has four bright backup lamps, and combined with the six bright brake lamps that are on at least half-way (since it's night, you have at least your parking lamps on, right?), there is absolutely more than enough light for the backup camera to work with.
That having been said, though, I have both the camera and the back-up sensors, and very much like having both. Something about multiple independent backups... get it? Backup sensors? HAH!
The Mustang, however, has four bright backup lamps, and combined with the six bright brake lamps that are on at least half-way (since it's night, you have at least your parking lamps on, right?), there is absolutely more than enough light for the backup camera to work with.
That having been said, though, I have both the camera and the back-up sensors, and very much like having both. Something about multiple independent backups... get it? Backup sensors? HAH!
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I can tell you now, my first thought when I bought a mustang with backup sensors was, really is this an SUV? Here it is a week and a half later and wow I'm glad I have them...gotta get them man!
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I love them. I've almost hit a bicycle and even a half broken post in the ground that was lower than my line of sight. I also like the display telling me the sensors are activated. It lets me be sure I'm in reverse. Great feature!
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