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Old Dec 8, 2011 | 03:20 PM
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Creative SOS Button Uses

I'm wondering if anyone has come up with an interesting use for their SOS button (other than activating the tele-aid service).

I think it would make a great switch for nitrous, or bass boost or something like that.

Any ideas?
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Old Dec 8, 2011 | 04:28 PM
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First I need to disable the factory phone system. Where is the module located? I just want to unplug it so I don't hear it every time I start the car.

The button could be used for lighting, or maybe an aftermarket bluetooth answer button.
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Old Dec 8, 2011 | 04:47 PM
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what a great idea! I always found that red SOS button to be useless. Let us know if you find anything
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OK, I just realized what to do with the SOS button... end of discussion.

http://www.youtube.com/embed/fDrzMGdYWZc

They use it in Africa to combat car-jackers. Perfect excuse to put that button to some good use.

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Old Dec 8, 2011 | 04:58 PM
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LOL WTF!
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Old Dec 9, 2011 | 09:18 AM
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Gotta love those inventive South Africans.

http://www.cnn.com/WORLD/africa/9812...e.thrower.car/
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Old Dec 9, 2011 | 09:29 AM
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how a bout just a skirt blower...blast of air hmmmm
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