1997 ford explorer 4 door, bypass?

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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.
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Topic: 1997 ford explorer 4 door, bypass?

Posted By: bkarel
Subject: 1997 ford explorer 4 door, bypass?
Date Posted: December 13, 2005 at 9:55 PM

i have a question with the bypass module and if i need one. I don't have the big square key with the electronic chip in it, but i have been told that i still need a bypass module for the factory alarm. I have the keypad entry on the drivers door as well as the factory theft alarm. Do i need a bypass module???

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Posted By: Ween
Date Posted: December 13, 2005 at 10:14 PM

hi,

no, you don't need a bypass module. you'll need to find the factory alarm disarm lead (GREEN/ purple) in the drivers sill. it shows a ground when the key in the door is turned to unlock. connect to remote start/alarm module's factory disarm output. hope this helps

mark

Posted By: langleyspencer
Date Posted: December 24, 2005 at 8:45 AM

Ween is correct. You do NOT need a bypass module on this vehicle, contrary to some of "installers" on this forums information.
I just finished putting a Commando EZ-2500 in my 97 Eddie Bauer Explorer with keypad on the door, "THEFT" light on the instrument cluster, and it has the factory hood pin switch - this vehicle does not need a bypass or transponder!!!!! I hooked up the units Alarm disarm to the GREEN/ purple wire that is behind the plastic and rubber covers by the parking brake. There are a lot of wires - you may have to dig a bit, but I only found one GREEN/ purple. Good luck.