Where do I find the aftermarket car alarm manual?
Retrieve the aftermarket car alarm manual. Find the page addressing installation or troubleshooting. Locate the fuse powering the alarm. This will be listed by voltage and color. Open the fuse box located under the dash on the driver’s side of the car. Remove the fuse(s) associated with the aftermarket alarm to disable the alarm.
How is a car alarm mounted on the dash?
Run the LED light. The car alarm LED light indicates when the alarm is armed. This light is usually mounted on the dash by drilling a small hole in the dash and running the wire to the car alarm module. The light is then mounted on the dash with superglue to keep it in place.
What kind of alarm do I need for my car?
We recommend going with a system that has responsive shock sensors that are capable of sounding the alarm when your car is hit with significant impact or when someone breaks through the glass of the car. To really grab attention and deter thieves, you need a siren that can produce up to 100 decibels and more.
How does a car alarm work in a dealership?
Once they are programmed to the master fob, any salesman or manager can open the car with their fob, which makes it easier for them to show the car to customers. These devices are cheap imported units that are usually installed by tapping into power and ground under the steering wheel and connecting to the door lock module.
How can I tell if my alarm is in engine detection mode?
Next, leaving the ignition ON, slowly press and release the button on the antenna 5X in a row: The LED on the antenna will flash in a 5 flash/pause/5 flash pattern indicating you are in the ENGINE DETECTION MODE:
Why does my car alarm go off when I open the hood?
A hood sensor can trigger the alarm as one forces to open the car’s hood. A dusty hood can cause the alarm to go off. If that happens, locate the sensor and clean it. By doing so, it will return to normal condition.
What’s the best way to turn off a car alarm?
Step 2: Start the car. Put the key in the ignition and try to start the car. Almost all alarms, both factory installed and aftermarket systems, will shut off and reset when the car is started. Step 3: Use your key to unlock the driver’s door. This will usually turn off and reset the alarm.