INSTALLATION CAUTIONS & WARNINGS
BEFORE BEGINNING
, check all vehicle manufacturer cautions and warnings regarding electrical service (AIR
BAGS, ABS BRAKES, AND BATTERY).
TO PREVENT A POSSIBLE DEAD BATTERY
remove vehicle dome light fuse while working on the vehicle.
MAKE CERTAIN TO REINSTALL FUSE PRIOR TO TESTING FOR DOOR TRIGGERS.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM OUTPUT RATINGS! - SERIOUS DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. LIMITS FOR
ALARM FUNCTIONS ARE LISTED WHERE APPLICABLE. IF UNSURE ABOUT CURRENT LOAD,
MEASURE LOAD WITH AN AMP-METER.
REMOVE MAIN SYSTEM FUSE(S)
before jump starting the vehicle or charging the battery at high boost.
DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO SYSTEM IF PROPER PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT OBSERVED.
DO NOT ROUTE ANY WIRING THAT MAY BECOME ENTANGLED
with brake, and gas pedals, steering
column, or any other moving parts in the vehicle.
CONTROL MODULE MOUNTING
DO NOT Mount the control unit in the engine compartment.
DO NOT Mount the control unit or wiring harness where they can become entangled with moving parts
such as brake/gas/clutch pedals, or the steering column.
The alarm control module should be mounted in a concealed location. The Placement of the module will
affect the distance from which the remote transmitter can control the unit. The antenna wire should be routed
away from any metal if possible. Do not alter the length of the antenna wire or route it with other wires. Do
not ground the antenna wire.
Underdash Mounting:
If you are locating the control unit underdash, mount it as high as possible not easily
located by an intruder.
Driver’s Side underdash
mounting provides an easy location for wiring however this is a common location for
an intruder to check for an alarm after breaking into the vehicle. The left side of the vehicle may contain more
metal and or wiring that will create interference and decrease the operating range of the system.
Passenger Side underdash
is often the best location, however some extra wiring may be needed to extend
wires across from the driver’s side.
Under-seat / Center Console
mounting is also a possibility however range be affected by metal structures
and of the unit may be exposed to moisture from spilled drinks etc. Moisture or Damage caused by corrosion
is not covered under warranty.
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