AboutALARMTEK Expertise Expertise: Questions about installing/using car alarms, auto starts, and other car security devices. I am the owner of ALARMTEK AUTO SECURITY and have been on the internet since 1994, providing online installation tech support for professional and backyard installers.
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Question I just bought a 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan with power locks, but no keyless entry system (no RKE code in options readout). Will the Micro Alarms C2003 install easily in the van (can I do it)? Do I need to purchase any extra relay/modules to use the all of the package's features? Do you have a step-by-step installation procedure for installing this unit in my vehicle (I would feel much better about doing it myself)? If this isn't the one I need, which unit should I consider? Thanks. Dave
Answer I just bought a 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan with power locks, but no keyless entry system (no RKE code in options readout). Will the Micro Alarms C2003 install easily in the van (can I do it)?<<<You can install this yourself with my notes, no prob there. But this is not the easiest vehicle for a novice to try by himself. I suggest you have a look at my caravan tutourial at www.MRINSTALL.com to see if you want to tackle it yourself.
Do I need to purchase any extra relay/modules to use the all of the package's features? <<<Yes, you will need a single wire door lock inverter module (19.95) which
atuomatically sets the resistors on any single wire door lock system, and 2 extra relays.
Do you have a step-by-step installation procedure for installing this unit in my vehicle (I would feel much better about doing it myself)? If this isn't the one I need, which unit should I consider? Thanks. Dave
<<<<I provide all of the notes and virtual expertise online
when you purchase here. no problem. But I need you to
be able to follow instructions well so we get it done correctly. I am very thorough, but patient.
However,
to tell you the truth, a better choice here in my experience is the ASTRA/GALAXY 4000 or 5000 systems
(1 LCD REMOTE-1 STANDARD=4000 2 WAY---2 LCD REMOTES=5000RSW2 2WAY see at www.pagingalarms.com)
Easy to work with, has tachless smart sensing
which is nice on this particular project, and
2 way paging with considerably longer range then
the 2003c. A fine piece in it's own right, but
not what I would chose for your van if it were me.
This system is better in a Japanese car more than the Caravan.
I am happy to assist either way of course, but from
a novice's point of view,I would think this should
only be done once, and instead of upgrading later,
get what you need the first time out.
Let me know system you'd like to put together, and the desired features that are important for you, and I will create a paylink for the whole project in one box,
including relays, modules etc....
