RS factory alarm disabling

First I want to say wow!  What a great site!  I've read through quite a bit of the threads looking for the answer to my question, and although I haven't found it (actually maybe I did but just didn't recognize it) I'm impressed with the vast knowledge of the posters and how helpful everyone is.  Kudos!

Now for my question:  I just bought a Mopar (DEI) RS for my 2005 Durango.  I was talking to a guy who installs these things and he mentioned that I'll need to make sure to either A) wire up the RS to unlock the doors thus disabling the factory alarm or B) pull a pin somewhere (I'm unclear about this as he was talking above my knowledge level) in order to disable the alarm.   I was under the impression that the transponder ring served this purpose but now I'm not so sure.  Does the ring serve this purpose and if it doesn't how do I go about wiring the RS properly so the alarm is disabled when I use the RS?  Of course the purpose being to keep the alarm from sounding and cutting off the engine after it starts.   For the sake of security, I'd prefer that the doors stay locked when the RS is used until I choose to unlock them.

Thanks,

Chip

According to the installation manual, the part numbers are as follows:  The unit  Mopar referres to as the PC-12 module is part number 82208859.  It holds the various fuses, has the plugs on the back and receives the clip in unit called a DNA.  The RS kit box contains the wiring harness, the DNA, the RS remote fobs, dipole antenna and hood switch.  The final box contains the SKREEM module and is part number 82209083.   Somewhere in all those boxes is a loop antenna which wraps around the ignition key switch and plugs into the SKREEM module.  The manual says that when programming the SKREEM 2 programmed sentry keys are required.  The process of programming the SKREEM involves a number of steps, among which are inserting one key, turning the switch to "on" position for several seconds, switching the key off and removing it, keeping it more than 2 feet away from the ignition switch then inserting the other key and turning the ignition switch to the on position again.  After approx. 10 seconds the dash theft-security light will start to flash and a single chime will sound to indicate that the system has entered "customer learn" programming mode.  At this point the switch is to be turned off, the key removed and kept at least 2 feet away from the ignition switch.  The theft security light should turn off. There are some more steps but perhaps what I've just descibed will tell you enough to know if this is the alarm bypass set-up.  Thanks,

Chip. 

Hey Twelvoltz, It works!  Regarding the second part of your statement, you're correct; the RS remote is a single button and operates only the starter.  The keys do have the built in lock and unlock switches.  I can't confirm the valet key situation because I have only two sentry keys, but that's an interesting aspect, and I have a feeling you're probably correct as the valet key is less interactive than the sentry keys. 

But here's some info you might find useful, the loop antenna and SKREEM interface DO bypass the factory alarm.  I know because my starter is working properly (so far, fingers crossed), as well the alarm  works properly.  And when the RS starts the vehicle it does not unlock the doors, which is what I wanted.  I reckon one advantage of using both a factory RS and alarm is that  they're fully compatable with one another and need no mods or extra switches, relays or what have you.    Although  I was able to figure it out myself I appreciate your prompt attention and I now have a really cool site to refer to for my future electrical/electronic endeavors.

Thanks again for the help,

Chip

Nowyaknow, I stand corrected.  I was told by someone else that it was DEI, but i guess he was wrong.  Thanks for the correction, I don't want to go out misinforming anyone. 

Twelve, glad to make any contribution I can.     

I think John made a  valid distinction about the difference between the antitheft system and the alarm.  In fact I got the RS installed and before I programmed the SKREEM module I tried the starter to see if it would at least start.  I had expected that it would cut off as the SKREEM was not yet proigrammed and sound the alarm but it only cut off.  I was wondering why the alarm hadn't sounded and Johns explanation would seem to answer that question.  

I get the feeling that these manufacturers are changing things all the time because in doing the programming the manual said that you should hear chirps or chimes at various stages or given operations but in fact I never had that happen.  Instead the dash lights would flash and click.  It was a bit baffling at first until I determined that  the programming was taking place and the given number of beeps I expected to hear were replaced by an equal number of dash flashes and clicks.  It's a wonder anybody can keep up with the times and not go a little nuts.  lol

Thanks again all.  I've inquired about things on other boards and this board is by far the best I've come across.

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