Hi there, I have been doing some searching on the OEM alarm and proximity sensors. Some old topics come up that confirm it can be done, but they seen to be missing pictures and so forth... so I figured I would bring this subject back to life.

I have a few questions...

1. I have never really worked on a car outside of changing the wheels and keeping it clean (I know... I know...). I was thinking of taking a stab at installing the OEM alarm myself with the instructions from HandA. In general, is this something a beginner can accomplish without having to abort and or making a mess of the car?

2. I would like to install a proximity sensor somewhere in the center of the car. Behind the storage console (that is behind the shifter) there is a perforated leather elbow rest. Can this be removed and the proximity sensor placed under there? -> and if so, where would I run the wire to get it to the alarm brain. Would it require any drilling?

3. I won't be getting the hood-pin option on the OEM alarm. Will I simply be able to plug in the proximity sensor to the hoodpin area and have it work plug and play?

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks!

 

Have it professionally done, by a reputable shop. Too many things can go wrong if you're not used to working with electronics, behind the dash etc. If you mess up and THEN go to a shop it'll be even more expensive.

 

Got it... setup an appointment for next week.