The Ford Explorer is a popular vehicle for thieves and putting in an alarm system increases the chances your truck will remain the place you left it. Putting in a automobile alarm in the Ford Explorer requires persistence and a working data of car electrical systems. Explorer models later than 2000 include a key chip activated begin so the installation of the beginning disable relay is optional.
Ford Explorer Car Alarm Installation Instructions
1. Open the hood and take away the constructive battery cable. Join the alarms energy wire to the cable and run it alongside the physique and firewall to the motive force’s side. Mount the alarm siren in an open area within the engine bay, dealing with towards the engine to restrict water publicity while driving and pull the wires to the motive force’s facet of the firewall.
2. Feed the wires via the firewall utilizing an present wire cross through or drilling a small gap in entrance of the steering wheel. Take away the sprint panel underneath the steering wheel by unclipping it, beginning on the top right side. Secure the alarm control module as far into the dash as potential with zip ties.
3. Mount the shock sensor per the manufacturer’s directions and pull the wires to the control module. If the Ford Explorer has energy door locks, find the door lock module and connect the alarm’s door lock relay.
4. Determine the starter wire under the steering wheel and connect the beginning disable relay. Set up any further options utilizing the alarm producer’s directions. Connect the entire wires to the alarm management module.
5. Reconnect the positive battery cable and check the alarm. Alter the sensor’s sensitivity if necessary.