2008 sierra alarm upgrade
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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
URL: https://www.the12volt.com/installbay/forum_posts.asp?tid=111784
Printed Date: June 11, 2024 at 8:51 PM
Topic: 2008 sierra alarm upgrade
Posted By: 94chevytruck
Subject: 2008 sierra alarm upgrade
Date Posted: February 20, 2009 at 9:23 PM
I have a 2008 GMC Sierra with factory RS. I want to upgrade the alarm buy installing one of the new Viper LC3's. I had a Python 872p (Viper 5701) on my old truck and loved it and it looks like the new LC3's are the same setup with better remotes. What Im wondering is what should I expect with the factory RS and everything. Im thinking I'll go with the DEI XK01 bypass module for the install but i just want to be sure of everything before I dive in. Im a very capable installer but I just want to pick the brains of the guys that know more about this stuff than i do. Thanks in advance.
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If it aint broke...fix it till it is!
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Posted By: kgerry
Date Posted: February 21, 2009 at 1:25 PM
you'll need a different module than the XK01.... i would reccommend the Idata ADS-DL and the RNG3 ring.... this will really simply the install on this LAN vehicle and save needing relays and resistors.....
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Kevin Gerry
Certified Electronics Technician
MECP First Class Installer
Owner/Installer
Classic Car Audio
since 1979
Posted By: texas-al
Date Posted: February 21, 2009 at 11:55 PM
If you use the 1701G, it will be a very easy install. I just got the 5901 Viper installed, and the installers where raving about how easy the install is comared to the XK01. With the DEI 1701G, that is the only module you will need. Good Luck. -Al
Posted By: OmarR
Date Posted: February 22, 2009 at 1:31 PM
Al, What did they find easier? The installs are the same.
Posted By: texas-al
Date Posted: February 22, 2009 at 2:52 PM
The installer mentioned how these new chevy trucks are a pain to install. They mentioned that they would need two modules to install the alarm system. I told them I had already purchased the 1701G, and once they started wiring, the tech was really surprised at how easy the install was, since the 1701G would do pretty much everything. He also mentioned that they had used another module a few days ago, and that the install was a bit more involved. I've heard a lot of good things about this 1701G module. Also, I didn't have to have a spare key (which I think other do need). -Al
Posted By: 94chevytruck
Date Posted: February 26, 2009 at 12:22 AM
Will there be any major differences since it has factory remote start? Also I have heard that some modules have a built in window roll-up feature. Does the 1701G have anything like this?
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If it aint broke...fix it till it is!
Posted By: texas-al
Date Posted: February 26, 2009 at 9:42 PM
I believe that the auto windows down feature is added to your alam as an extra sensor/module. This can be purchased online or from your installer. My truck came with the factory remote start, and it doesn't seem to have made a difference. The installer wired everything to the 1701g module and then only 7 wires went directly into the truck, -Al
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