There are two approaches to installing a battery disconnect. Electrical experts say either way is valid, and point out advantages/disadvantages to each approach. Install the disconnect switch on the ...

In this video, I demonstrate how to fix a parasitic battery drain by installing a battery quick disconnect or kill switch.

A kill switch has six terminals, or more correctly, three pairs of terminals. The large pair connects one side of the switch to the battery and the other to the starter motor, a smaller pair will be ...

Q: Do people still install kill switches on their cars? We will be traveling to many places and will likely log 3,000 to 4,000 miles. Our drive will take us through many states and will have many ...

Today, many cars have anti-theft systems built in. “Old-fashioned” kill switches are just not very common. A better option would be to add an aftermarket alarm or vehicle tracking system to deter ...