Soulard Star Directory 2025

✯ SOULARD STAR DIRECTORY | 2025 26 OTHER IMPORTANT TIPS  • Never hide a spare key in the vehicle–thieves can find it • Be aware of your surroundings while driving and drive with your doors locked • Be aware when purchasing a vehicle. If the deal sounds too good to be true…It probably is! If your vehicle is stolen: • Report the theft to the police immediately • If your car or accessories are stolen, the police will need specific information to identify the car, parts and accessories YOU SHOULD RECORD THE FOLLOWING  • Year, Make, Model, Color(s) • License Number • Vehicle Identification Number • Serial numbers of all special equipment • Special markings - dents, scratches, other damage etc. INVEST IN VEHICLE PROTECTION WHENEVER POSSIBLE  These may deter a thief who will then move on to another vehicle • Ignition Kill Switch - Toggle switch spliced into ignition that disables your vehicle • Fuel Kill Switch - Switch spliced into fuel system wiring that halts fuel supply to your vehicle • Steering Wheel Lock - Prevents steering wheel from turning • Hood Locks - Prevents access to vehicle engine parts • Electronic Alarms - Alarms with kill switches are the most effective • Vehicle Tracking Systems - A transmitter in your vehicle enables it to be tracked electronically TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE AND THEFT OF BELONGINGS INSIDE • Don’t leave spare change in your car • Put all valuables in your trunk and out of sight before arriving and parking your car • Lock the doors • Use a steering wheel locking device, commonly known as Car Clubs.To Purchase a Club for your vehicle, go to stlouis-mo.gov and search for “The Club” or contact your Neighborhood Improvement Specialist (NIS) continued from page 24