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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 07:31 PM
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On my 2014 convertible there is a switch on the lower left side of the dash next to the trunk release. The symbol on it looks like it will turn off a radio/audio signal. I can't find it in the manual. Any one know?
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by grandpawmoses
On my 2014 convertible there is a switch on the lower left side of the dash next to the trunk release. The symbol on it looks like it will turn off a radio/audio signal. I can't find it in the manual. Any one know?
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It turns on/off the motion sensor for your alarm system when your windows are down or top is off the car. Works well, I suggest leaving it on for added security.

No need for any smart replies of "read the manual" by those that just love to spout off!

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If you leave a passenger or pet in the car, it's important to press that switch so that the alarm doesn't go off. (Assuming you have the auto lock enabled.)
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Originally Posted by magredrod
It turns on/off the motion sensor for your alarm system when your windows are down or top is off the car.
You sure about that? I thought with the top off (coupe), the motion sensor was automatically disabled

(seems I remember a thread about inserting something into the passenger side roof opening in order to allow the sensor to work with the top off)
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by KenHorse
You sure about that? I thought with the top off (coupe), the motion sensor was automatically disabled

(seems I remember a thread about inserting something into the passenger side roof opening in order to allow the sensor to work with the top off)
You are correct. If you look in the hole where the top post inserts you'll see a small switch.
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