Security System 2000 E150
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You're wise to ask questions---its why most of us are here, one way or the other! 
If you have even just a bit of experience reading schematics you'll do fine with the Crimeguard and the kits in your link. They should be very straight forward and easy to follow the included instructions.
I would suggest visiting the manufacturers sites checking for downloadable instruction sheets---that way you'll get an idea what's ahead.
Automotive 12 VDC systems are fairly easy to work though, especially adding new stuff. Properly making electrical terminations is very important though---use the best tools you can afford.
PDL's don't require any special relays as their functions are controlled by the actuating switches---all of them momentary contact types. I'd look around for a more complete PDL add-on kit, something that includes the switches. If your van doesn't already have that feature you'll need more than shown in the links.
If you have even just a bit of experience reading schematics you'll do fine with the Crimeguard and the kits in your link. They should be very straight forward and easy to follow the included instructions.
I would suggest visiting the manufacturers sites checking for downloadable instruction sheets---that way you'll get an idea what's ahead.
Automotive 12 VDC systems are fairly easy to work though, especially adding new stuff. Properly making electrical terminations is very important though---use the best tools you can afford.
PDL's don't require any special relays as their functions are controlled by the actuating switches---all of them momentary contact types. I'd look around for a more complete PDL add-on kit, something that includes the switches. If your van doesn't already have that feature you'll need more than shown in the links.
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I'm glad you started this thread because it talked me into repairing my current system which is a Clifford 3305X, both remotes were ruined and i was shopping for a new alarm system but i found replacement remotes on ebay for $30, what a deal..
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For $10 more you could've had a Viper..
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You're wise to ask questions---its why most of us are here, one way or the other!
If you have even just a bit of experience reading schematics you'll do fine with the Crimeguard and the kits in your link. They should be very straight forward and easy to follow the included instructions.
I would suggest visiting the manufacturers sites checking for downloadable instruction sheets---that way you'll get an idea what's ahead.
Automotive 12 VDC systems are fairly easy to work though, especially adding new stuff. Properly making electrical terminations is very important though---use the best tools you can afford.
PDL's don't require any special relays as their functions are controlled by the actuating switches---all of them momentary contact types. I'd look around for a more complete PDL add-on kit, something that includes the switches. If your van doesn't already have that feature you'll need more than shown in the links.
If you have even just a bit of experience reading schematics you'll do fine with the Crimeguard and the kits in your link. They should be very straight forward and easy to follow the included instructions.
I would suggest visiting the manufacturers sites checking for downloadable instruction sheets---that way you'll get an idea what's ahead.
Automotive 12 VDC systems are fairly easy to work though, especially adding new stuff. Properly making electrical terminations is very important though---use the best tools you can afford.
PDL's don't require any special relays as their functions are controlled by the actuating switches---all of them momentary contact types. I'd look around for a more complete PDL add-on kit, something that includes the switches. If your van doesn't already have that feature you'll need more than shown in the links.
I plan to get door switches from other cars, may be Fusion, as long as their switch housing is small enough to fit on the door panels. Is it a viable approach? Or I should get it from another E-series?
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Kin
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Personally I don't and won't fart around in any salvage yard looking for parts I have to adapt or wedge into a different type vehicle. When I added PW's & PDL's to my 2000 E250 I simply used parts from another E250 including all wiring harnesses and door panels. In that way I only had to run interconnecting wiring to the powered window regulators and door lock solenoids.
Its too much work doing it any other way-----your own time available (or lack thereof) along with patience and budget will have to dictate the route you take here Kincfu.
Its too much work doing it any other way-----your own time available (or lack thereof) along with patience and budget will have to dictate the route you take here Kincfu.
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Personally I don't and won't fart around in any salvage yard looking for parts I have to adapt or wedge into a different type vehicle. When I added PW's & PDL's to my 2000 E250 I simply used parts from another E250 including all wiring harnesses and door panels. In that way I only had to run interconnecting wiring to the powered window regulators and door lock solenoids.
Its too much work doing it any other way-----your own time available (or lack thereof) along with patience and budget will have to dictate the route you take here Kincfu.
Its too much work doing it any other way-----your own time available (or lack thereof) along with patience and budget will have to dictate the route you take here Kincfu.
I will take the door lock harness from the donor first and then I'll search the net for the switches.
What do they look like? Would you upload photos of the switches attached to the panel? Images from the net only show the switchws with out the pad that they attached to.
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Kin
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Hello,
I found these connectors inside the side door panel of my van, is one on them for door lock actuator? If it is, it will save me a lot of time in adding PDL. I can just tap into this harness and add power locks.
Thanks.
kin
I found these connectors inside the side door panel of my van, is one on them for door lock actuator? If it is, it will save me a lot of time in adding PDL. I can just tap into this harness and add power locks.
Thanks.
kin
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The smaller white connector is indeed for PDL servos, the other connector speaker connector for years about 2000 and later.
The door appears to be one of the hinged cargo doors located just behind the passenger side front door.
The door appears to be one of the hinged cargo doors located just behind the passenger side front door.
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It is my cargo van. That means I only need to find a set of good actuator for the lock. Any suggestion for PDL?
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I use stock or OEM parts because they fit, tend to be high quality and easily found either online or at the dealership.
Many generic will-fit components exist for adding or replacing OEM PDL's but most I've seen are cheap all the way around. Even though I'm frequently inside car and truck doors this is a job I can minimize by using good stuff.
Can't really help with less expensive parts or systems---sorry.
Many generic will-fit components exist for adding or replacing OEM PDL's but most I've seen are cheap all the way around. Even though I'm frequently inside car and truck doors this is a job I can minimize by using good stuff.
Can't really help with less expensive parts or systems---sorry.
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Thanks.
I'll take your suggestion and go with stock or OEM.
Do E150, E250, E350 use the same door? If they are, I can get the door panels from the front with switches and harness from JY; save a lot of work.
Kin
I'll take your suggestion and go with stock or OEM.
Do E150, E250, E350 use the same door? If they are, I can get the door panels from the front with switches and harness from JY; save a lot of work.
Kin
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I use stock or OEM parts because they fit, tend to be high quality and easily found either online or at the dealership.
Many generic will-fit components exist for adding or replacing OEM PDL's but most I've seen are cheap all the way around. Even though I'm frequently inside car and truck doors this is a job I can minimize by using good stuff.
Can't really help with less expensive parts or systems---sorry.
Many generic will-fit components exist for adding or replacing OEM PDL's but most I've seen are cheap all the way around. Even though I'm frequently inside car and truck doors this is a job I can minimize by using good stuff.
Can't really help with less expensive parts or systems---sorry.
Do I just cut out my door panel to install the control pad and wiring on passenger door panel?
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You should have taken the passenger side interior trim panel which houses the PDL and PW switches on that side.
If the donor van didn't have one you may want to search for something used. I had very little luck trying to find a complete set a few years back, that may have changed by now. From your year 1997 up to at least 2007 those interior trim parts are interchangeable.
If the donor van didn't have one you may want to search for something used. I had very little luck trying to find a complete set a few years back, that may have changed by now. From your year 1997 up to at least 2007 those interior trim parts are interchangeable.