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Security System problems
My security system hasn't worked since I bought my car. So, today I took out the glove box, and the security box was just floating around in there, not even bolted down. It was also unplugged. I plugged it in to see if it works, and it was clicking repedatively. I didn't even have the ground connected and it was clicking. Nothing changed when I did attach the ground wire. I also noticed that my parking lights where all on when the box was plugged in. When I turn the ignition on, it stops clicking and the lights go off.
I want to be able to use my security system again, so I can get an aftermarket keyless entry fab. 1. Is my box bad? Or is the black wire not a ground and needs to be connected elswhere and/or does the box need to be attached so it is grounded as well? 2. Does anyone have a good one they are willing to part with?
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Re: Security System problems
Quick answer, the black wire is the anntenai I think.
the clicking is waiting for reprograming I think, sorry thats all I know I think I know???..G
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Re: Security System problems
There is something inside of the box that rattles when you shake it. Sounds like it's broken. Is that normal? It was disconnected when I got the car and just sitting in an open space to the right(passanger side) of the glovebox opening, so obviously some had been in there to unplug and un-mount it from where it should have been.
I plugged it in for over 5 minutes and it was still clicking, so I'm not sure that the click is it programming. Also, my parking lights were on the whole time it was plugged in. Even with the ignition off. Please correct me if I'm wrong. It was disconnected when I got the car, so obviously some had been in there to unplug and un-mount it from where it should have been. Where does the antena wire go? I don't even know where it is supposed to mount at. So, I don't know where to start looking for the connection. Also, the wire looks like it was ripped out at the base of where ever it was hooked up to.
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Re: Security System problems
the black wire is the antenna. It doesnt hook to anything, it just dangles, hangs there.
Have you ever seen a RC car? Same principal as the receiver for servos....just a wire. got it. its probably same as mine. Original went DEAD like they all do on the 92's. I ripped it out, installed my "used" one, not fastening it in case it was dead too. I just left my second one hanging too since its dead, not use putting time and effort into mounting if no worky.
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Re: Security System problems
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You said 92's always go out. Are the other year cars boxes better and the same? Do you suggest getting one that is just not a 92 model? Do we need the functional box to hook up an aftermarket security system in our cars? I might go aftermarket.
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Re: Security System problems
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You shouldn't need one if you just plan on going aftermarket. |
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Re: Security System problems
Did you buy it new or used? How much? Where from?
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Ahh, bad wording Ever since I bought my silver the security system has worked perfectly. (about a year and a half)
I did sell a used one some time ago and as far as I know it has worked fine for him. That was about 10 months ago I believe if thats any consolation. (also out of a 92) |
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Re: Security System problems
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There are some how-to docs floating around with diagrams showing where the module should be bolted to your car. It doesn't look like those docs are in the new "How-To Docs" sub-forums yet. Here's a link to the old folders. Quote:
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There is a relay inside the module that flashes the parking lights. That has failed in some modules. Theoretically, it could get stuck "on". But I would think you wouldn't hear anything clicking then. Quote:
BTW, I have the matching 17-pin connector that will make installing an aftermarket alarm much easier. I've also found the 4-pin harness that will make installing a trunk release solenoid much easier. E-mail me for more info.
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My 92 pearl is also working fine as of today, oh oh fingers crossing hoping for more life. I only use it when out in the world. My 92 silver is in an unknown condition as the security light does not light up when pressed, still have to tear into that one when it sops raining............G
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