2005 Canyon alarm/auto-start

I just purchased a 2005 GMC Canyon and am looking to install an autostart (maybe an alarm/autostart). I'm finding lots of information on the internet, but I'm having a hard time getting it all straight in my head. A few questions: What security bypass module are recommended? I've seen options from building one from relays to units by DEI and others. If anyone has installed stuff on this vehicle, how would you recommend accessing the various wires? I know I'll need some 1A diodes to interface with the doors, but are there any other items I'd need? Recommendations on alarm/autostart units? How about the Viper 791XV? I'm not in a rush to do this, I'd like to really research everything first. I'm tired of taking my vehicles to people who do half-@ssed jobs. I have plenty of electronics experience and have decided to do things myself from now on!

DIRECTWIRE™ WIRING INFORMATION - GMC / CANYON / 2005 / Remote Start [PRINT THIS PAGE] 12volts      WHITE/ black to orange (10A)       +       ignition harness Starter      yel/blk (not for remote start)      -       PCM, blue plug, pin 48 Notes: The PCM (Powertrain Control Module) is on the passenger side firewall under the hood. There is a WHITE/ blue (to white) wire and a WHITE/ yellow (to WHITE/ black) wire at the ignition harness, or the BCM, gray plug, pins A14 and A42, that performs the following: key sense, second ignition, starter, and Passlock resistance. Refer to DirectFax document 1603 for remote start interface information. The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Second Starter      N/A             Ignition      WHITE/ green to dk. blue       +       ign harn or BCM, gray plug, pin B8 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Second Ignition      see starter wire notes             Third Ignition      N/A             Accessory      WHITE/ red to brown       +       ign harn or BCM, gray plug, pin B7 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Second Accessory      N/A             Keysense      see starter wire notes             Power Lock      lt. blue       -       either kick or BCM, blk plg, pin A11 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Power Unlock      dk. blue       -       either kick, door harness Notes: To unlock just the driver door use white (-) at the BCM, black plug, pin A12. The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Lock Motor      gray       5wi      door lock switch in driver door Unlock Motor      tan       5wi      door lock switch in driver door Parking Lights+      brown       +       BCM, black plug, pin A48 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Parking Lights-      BROWN / white       -       switch or BCM, gray plug, pin A7 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Hazards      white       -       switch or BCM, gray plug, pin A48 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Turn Signal(L)      lt. blue (F), yellow (R)       +       BCM, black plug, pins A3, B1 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Turn Signal(R)      dk. blue (F), dk. green (R)       +       BCM, black plug, pins A19, B2 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Reverse Light      lt. green       +       inside mirror or fuse box under hood Door Trigger      see notes       -       BCM, black plug Notes: The driver door trigger is gray/black in pin A32, the passenger door is lt. GREEN/ black in pin A38, the left rear door is lt. blue/black in pin A44, and the right rear door is BLACK/ white in pin A39. Use all four and diode isolate each. The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Dome Supervision      white       -       BCM, black plug, pin A46 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Trunk/Hatch Pin      N/A             Hood Pin      N/A             Trunk/Hatch Release      N/A             Power Sliding Door      N/A             Factory Alarm Arm      factory remote only             Factory Alarm Disarm      factory remote only             Disarm No Unlock      with ignition and Passlock             Tachometer      NOT pink or black       ac       any ignition coil or fuel injector Wait to start      N/A             Brake Wire      lt. blue       +       brake pedal switch Parking Brake      lt. blue       -       switch or BCM, black plug, pin A31 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Horn Trigger      green to black       -       switch or BCM, gray plug, pin A25 Notes: The BCM (Body Control Module) is in the passenger kick panel. Memory Seat 1      N/A             Memory Seat 2      N/A             Memory Seat 3      N/A             Interface Module:      Category: Immobilizer Bypass      Required: Yes      Type: Passlock Part #: N/A Notes: See DirectFax document 1603 for wiring information. Smart Starter Kill Relays:      Relay Type: Starter Relay      Location: Engine compartment fusebox, Driver side, #62 Part #: 6402A Notes: Cycle key slow during programming or customer over ride warning       This wiring information is being provided free of charge on an "as is" basis, without any representation or warranty. It is your responsibility to verify any circuit before interfacing with it using a digital multimeter. Directed Electronics assumes no responsibility with regards to the accuracy or currency of this information. Proper installation in every case is and remains the responsibility of the installer. DEI assumes no liability or responsibility resulting from improper installation, even in reliance upon this information. And use this for the bypass.

raiderj wrote: What security bypass module are recommended? !

I use the PLJX or PLXR from Bypasskit.com for this vehicle and it is very easy to install.

raiderj wrote: I've seen options from building one from relays to units by DEI and others.

It's cheaper and easier to use the PLJX or PLXR IMO

raiderj wrote: If anyone has installed stuff on this vehicle, how would you recommend accessing the various wires? !

Go to the BCM on the passengerside of the center console. Very easy to access and all your wires are there with the exception of some at the ignition switch.

raiderj wrote: I know I'll need some 1A diodes to interface with the doors, but are there any other items I'd need? !

Use the wire information posted above.

raiderj wrote: Recommendations on alarm/autostart units? !

Compustar 2WFM-AS-PRO or the 2W900FM-AS

raiderj wrote: How about the Viper 791XV? !

Not a fan of the DEI stuff, but if your comfortable with the installation, go for it.

Jeff

Velocity Custom Home Theater

Mobile Audio/Video Specialist

Morden, Manitoba CANADA