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(More customer reviews)The following statement is a fact : All the customers that reviewed and rated this item as a "1 star" are complete morons.
They didn't even review the product itself, just complained about how difficult installation was. The product is a keyless entry/alarm. What did they expect ? Something that plugs and plays universally into any vehicle ?!?! They obviously did not do their research to see what was involved for installation prior to purchase. (Like any customer with an IQ over 80 would have done)
rant done, on to the review.
Directed products have always had great quality and decent installation instructions. It is possible to do the installation yourself as long as you feel comfortable using a DMM (Digital Multi-Meter) and know your way around the interior vehicle (taking apart some dash and kick panels). I will give a high level procedure of what is needed.
1) Google the vehicle wiring diagram for your specific vehicle. Most vehicle wiring diagrams will provide the color of the ignition wire including it's approximate location.
2) You might also need to research how a relay works (very very simple) so that you understand what some of the internal relays inside the module are actually doing (google "relay 87a 87 common coil". You notice terms like "UNLOCK #30 COMMON (OUTPUT)" in the installation guide. You'll need to know how relays work in order to do the next step.
3) Use you vehicle wiring diagram in conjunction with the installation guide to determine which wires you won't need. For example : A 2001 Toyota Tundra does not require a "Second Unlock Output" which is a blue wire on the alarm wiring harness. So I just cut the wire (leaving about 2 inches, just in case I move the alarm to another vehicle that does need the 2nd unlock output) and crimp a cap on it.
4) At this point you should have a very good idea of where each wire on the alarm wiring harness needs to tap into on your vehicle wiring based on the vehicle specific wiring diagram.
5) Start taking apart the interior pieces to get to the locations specified in your vehicle specific wiring diagram.
6) Find a good place to mount or attach the main module. I use two very very long zip ties and try to snug the module as far up and away from visibility as possible.
7) Start working down the list of wires in the installation guide. The first one is usually "RED - (+) 12V CONSTANT POWER INPUT" and my vehicle diagram (2001 Tundra) shows this to be a "WHITE or WHITE/RED wire located in the main ignition harness". Start by using your DMM to verify that this wire is indeed a constant 12V source (ie. even with the key out of the ignition this wire will show ~12V on the DMM).
8) Once you have verified the wire is indeed the wire you want, go ahead and tap the "RED - (+) 12V CONSTANT POWER INPUT" into it. This can be done several ways. You can use a plastic wire tap or you can solder and use high quality electrical tape to wrap and cover. I always recommend using solder and high quality electrical tape like 33+ 3M electrical tape. Use plenty of zip ties to make sure the alarm wires are snug and don't freely hang.
9) Repeat steps 7 and 8 until your done with all of the wires.
10) Once all wires are attached (don't put the dash pieces back yet) go ahead and test out the alarm/keyless entry.
11) Once you've tested it alarm/keyless entry go ahead and put the dash back together and test once more. Now your done.If you feel this is too much work or too complicated then I would recommend just taking it to an MECP certified installation center like Bestbuy.
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Viper 211HV 1-Way Keyless Entry SystemThis Viper Keyless Entry system offers features like Ignition Controlled Door Locks and Domelight Supervision, two 4-button remotes and parking light flash confirmation. System comes with 2 auxiliary outputs for optional remote control conveniences.
3 channel keyless entry system
Clone-Safe Code-Hopping
On-board Door Lock Relays
Parking Light Flash
Bright Blue LED Status Indicator
Ground When Armed Output
Dome Light Supervision - On-Board Relay
2 Auxiliary Outputs
Horn Honk
Includes Two 4-button Transmitters
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