1992 F-150 XLT 4x4 302

I am considering installing a remote start module on my truck and was wondering if anyone could recommend a brand. Also, what kind of modifications would have to be done to install one? I don't have any security system...heck, if you want to steal my truck, let me know and I'll send you my address and leave the keys in it!

Also, a bit off topic, I was going to get one for my girlfriend as well, she has a 98 or 99 Dodge Avenger, no security, but it is leased...anyone know what the implications of this mod on a leased vehicle is?

thanks,

Bryan

 

I've had good luck with Design Tech remote starters. One of them has been installed since late 94 and is still working fine. I seldom start my truck with the ignition switch anymore. Since you don't have a security system you won't need any special installation instructions.

http://www.designtech-intl.com/

 

I JUST had the DEI 552T remote starter with remote locks installed on my 97 F250. Circuit City did the install for me. I thought about doing it myself, especially after the sales guy told me there was no way the average joe could do it. Well after reading the book, he was almost right. The installation guru at the store took 4.5 hours. I could have done it myself, but it would have taken at least the weekend, and several trips aback and forth to the store! So for $70 more I let them do it. ANYWAY... I like the system so far, it has a 1000 ft range(!) 2 remotes, keyless entry, hood pin lockout to disable the ignition system should someone open the hood and a slew of dealer programmable features; like runtime after start, door lock when shifted into gear, etc... Overall a nice system. Can even be upgraded in the future to include an alarm system. Made by the same company that makes Viper and Python systems. Retails for like $100 without installation.

 

I like the Crimstopper 900ER. I have installed 2 of these systems, one in my bros SuperCoupe and one in my Cougar. I like this one because of the great range. It has longer range than any other unit I have used mainly because of the real antenna instead of just a wire.
I would put one in my F150 except it's a 5spd. (still workin on it)

http://www.crimestopper.com/index2.html

http://www.crimestopper.com/coolglowtx1.jpg
http://www.crimestopper.com/rs900erCoolGlowA.jpg

 

So any comments from anyone who installed their own? I'm a quite stubborn do-it-yourself-er...

I read a manual on line for one model, and it looks like the only hard part will be finding the proper wires to connect the harness to.

Bryan

 

If you get just the remote start it not all that hard. Most of the wires are at the base of the steering column. You do run some power wires directly to the battery. There's a wire going to the brake light switch. Another to a hood pin switch. One to the tach input (you don't have to have a tach). There's a manual cut off switch.
If you get one that is a keyless entry/alarm/remote starter, you have to hook up a lot more wires.

 

To give you an idea of what's involved to do it right look at this.

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Lincoln

MARK VIII

1993-1995

Remote Starter Wiring Colors and Notes

Function DTI Color Vehicle Color Location

Start: Yellow RED/LIGHT BLUE (MAY BE 2) - IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS

Ignition #1: Blue RED/LIGHT GREEN IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS

Ignition #2: Green GRAY/YELLOW IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS

Ignition #3: Wht/Blk BROWN IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS

Accessory: White BLACK/LIGHT GREEN IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS

Brake Light: Orange LIGHT GREEN (+) SWITCH ON BRACKET ABOVE BRAKE PEDAL

Tach Signal: Green TAN/YELLOW PIN 2 AT IGNITION CONTROL MODULE *

Parking Lights: Yellow BROWN (+) @ HEADLIGHT SWITCH OR DRV KICK PANEL

Headlights: Yellow RED/YELLOW (+) HEADLIGHT SWITCH OR BEAM SELECT SW.

OEM Alarm Disarm: Brn/Wht DARK GREEN/PURPLE (-) IN EITHER KICK PANEL

OEM Alarm Arm: n/a N/A

Diesel Glow Plug: Red/Black

Clutch Bypass Wire: n/a



Notes:
* Ignition Control Module Located On Rear Of Driver Fenderwell (93) Or Driver Front Of Engine Compartment (94) Or Left Hand Side Of Engine Compartment To Right Of Master Cylinder (95).

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Lincoln

MARK VIII

1993-1995

Alarm and Keyless Entry Wiring Colors and Notes

Function DTI Color Vehicle Color Location

Constant +12 Volts: Red 2 YELLOW AND 3 BLACK/ORANGE - IGN. SWITCH HARNESS

Starter Kill: Vlt or Wht RED/LIGHT BLUE (MAY BE 2) - IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS

Ignition +12 Volts: Orange RED/LIGHT GREEN IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS

Dome Lights/Superv: Brown BLACK/LIGHT BLUE (+) COURTESY LT OR GRAY (-) AT PIN SW.

OEM Horn: Blue YELLOW/LIGHT GREEN (-) STEERING COLUMN HARNESS OR AT RELAY

Power Lock: Wht/Red PINK/YELLOW DRIVER'S KICK PANEL **

Power Unlock: Yel/Red PINK/LIGHT GREEN DRIVER'S KICK PANEL **

Trunk Release: Grn/Wht PURPLE/YELLOW (+) RELEASE SW. OR DRIVER KICK PANEL

Alarm Input Wire: R/W or Gy/Bk BLACK/LIGHT BLUE (+) COURTESY LT OR GRAY (-) AT PIN SW.

Notes:
** Without OEM Keyless Entry See Note #203 - Reverse Polarity Door Lock Diagram, With OEM Keyless See Note #202 - Positive Pulse Door Lock Diagram.

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