Alarm/Remote Start in 2005 Ford Ranger

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Topic: Alarm/Remote Start in 2005 Ford Ranger

Posted By: ravesrus19
Subject: Alarm/Remote Start in 2005 Ford Ranger
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 12:40 AM

Hello there

I am getting reay to perform my first alarm installation in my 2005 ford ranger (4 door).

My question is about remote starts and how much extra work is involved. This feature is not to important to me and wouldnt be heart breaking if i didn't have it. I am an electriccal technician so im sure i can manage it, but time is an issue, as i dont have alot, and if this installation is very time consuming i will skip it.

I would also like to know if someone could get me started in the right direction. Should i take my dash off first? Or maybe start splicing in the SJB? I have already had my door panels off, so this is one thing i know that will not hold me up for very long.

Any help would be greatly appreciated, as I am green to car alarms.

thnx

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Replies:

Posted By: 05gt
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 12:46 AM

the ford ranger is an easy truck to do, if you have a little bit of experience, the most complicated part of it would be doing the doorpin wires cause ford has a system where the GEM module will shut down to conserve power, thus inturn the alarm sees this and the alarm will trigger

someone I am sure will explain it a little better thna this, cause it sounds like jibberish and I am tired

Posted By: Fastlearner
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 2:46 AM

You can actually shut down the gem module so it doesn't happen. I can't remember exactly i'm sure some one does. Somthing like put key in ignition and hit unlock three times then take key out hit unlock three times and put key in ignition position and hit unlock three times. Something like that so you don't have to catch the door boot wires.

Posted By: ers1121
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 4:23 AM

They really are not that hard, nor do they take much longer than the alarm system. Buying a good combo makes it easier, since a lot of the connections are the same. Be sure to get the kit to bypass the transponder key if you have that, they too are fairly easy to install.

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Ed

Posted By: KarTuneMan
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 8:23 AM

Wire/Function

Colour

Location/Description

Polarity

PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT

YES

TRANSPONDER

SEE NOTES

This vehicle is equipped with TRANSPONDER chips in the ignition keys. This system must be bypassed for Remote Starter installation. A keyless bypass module may be available, contact your distributor to find out. If one of these modules is not available to you, see the appropriate security diagram for bypass instructions.

12 VOLTS

Yellow

Ignition switch harness

IGNITION

GREEN/ violet

Ignition switch harness

ACCESSORY

Gray / YELLOW

Ignition switch harness

ACCESSORY 2

BLACK/ green

Ignition switch harness

STARTER

RED / blue

Ignition switch harness

KEY SENSE

BLACK/ pink

Ignition switch harness

TACH SIGNAL

Use Injector

FUEL INJECTOR

Opposite from Red wire

At any injector on engine

LOCK

Pink / YELLOW

In harness from driver's door

This vehicle may be equipped with SLAM-LOCK which puts the doorlock ciccuit to sleep after about 10 minutes. If this occurs, see the SLAM-LOCK diagram for wiring instructions.

UNLOCK

Pink/green

In harness from driver's door

This vehicle may be equipped with SLAM-LOCK which puts the doorlock ciccuit to sleep after about 10 minutes. If this occurs, see the SLAM-LOCK diagram for wiring instructions.

DOORPIN

BLACK/ blue

At Junction block in passenger kickpanel

BRAKESWITCH

Lt.green

At switch above brake pedal

PARKLIGHTS

Brown

In driver's kickpanel

You can also use the WHITE/ BLACK (-) at the light switch

HAND BRAKE

RED / yellow

At switch of fusebox in passenger kick

HORN

YELLOW /GREEN

At steering column

DRIVER WINDOW UP

WHITE/ black

At switch in driver's door

Rev Pol

DRIVER WINDOW DOWN

Red

At switch in driver's door

Rev Pol

PASSENGER WINDOW UP

WHITE/ yellow

In driver's kickpanel

Rev Pol

PASSENGER WINDOW DOWN

Tan/blue

In driver's kickpanel

Rev Pol

HEADLIGHTS

Violet/blue

At light switch harness

REVERSE LIGHTS

BLACK/ pink

Driver's kickpanel

VSS WIRE

Gray/black

At the PCM on pass. Side firewall under hood

Available Notes

Vehicle Notes

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Posted By: KarTuneMan
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 8:34 AM

https://64.85.6.129/extrainfo/diagrams/4698_Ranger_FORD%20DOOR%20PIN%20ISOLATION.pdf

Door pin isolation.

Hers the "shut down" sequence for the BCM wake up.

From inside the trck with ALL doors closed, Ign. ON, then hit unlock from the door switch 3 times, turn the Ign. off hit unlock 3 times, turn the Ign. on, then hit unlock 2 times. Then turn the Ign off and open the doors. That should do it!

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Posted By: 05gt
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 11:25 AM

but that only works on some of the ford models i believe

Posted By: mobilecustoms
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 1:38 PM

most new fords in the owners manual tells you how to disable it. most are with the unlock lock switch. or it can be done through the message center.

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Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 5:54 PM

Is SLAM LOCk when the door lock circuit goes to sleep, which in turn activates the built in passive immobilizer in the truck?

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 5:56 PM

What does, catch the door pin wires refer to?

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 6:01 PM

I am assuming when making the connection in a car alarm installation u must cut the wire free from the harness that u wish to splice into, then buutt splice?

Is butt splices the preferred method of making connections amongst installers?

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: chris354
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 7:54 PM

I never use butt splices, I always strip a piece on insulation off the wire in the car, then divide the strands and poke the alarms wire through then wrap it around the wire. I also solder the connection before taping, if you dont have a soldering iron you can just wrap the wire around tight then tape and put a wire tie around it.

Posted By: mobilecustoms
Date Posted: December 14, 2006 at 7:54 PM

no you strip back some insulation wrap the new wire on the exposed factory wire solder tape or heat shrink. never cut unless supposed to.

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Posted By: nsgguy
Date Posted: December 15, 2006 at 1:44 PM

12volts yellow (x3)(common 40A)   +   ignition harness
Starter RED / lt. blue   +   ignition harness
Second Starter N/A
Ignition lt. GREEN/ purple   +   ignition harness
Second Ignition N/A
Third Ignition N/A
Accessory gray / YELLOW   +   ignition harness
Second Accessory BLACK/ lt. green   +   ignition harness
Keysense BLACK/ pink   -   ignition harness
Power Lock pink / YELLOW   -   SJB, large black plug, pin 5
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.
Power Unlock pink/lt. green   -   SJB, large black plug, pin 9
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.

The SJB in this vehicle shuts down after the doors have been locked for a certain time period, to wake up the system refer to DirectFax document 1093.
Lock Motor red   5wi SJB, gray plug, pin 9
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.
Unlock Motor lt. blue   5wi SJB, large black plug, pin 7
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.
Parking Lights+ brown   +   SJB, brown plug, pin 8
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.
Parking Lights- WHITE/ black   -   switch or SJB, sml blk plug, pin 16
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.
Hazards same as turn signal wires
Turn Signal(L) lt grn/wht (F), lt grn/org (R) +   turn signal switch
Turn Signal(R) wht/lt blu (F), org/lt blu (R) +   turn signal switch
Reverse Light BLACK/ pink   +   driver kick, harness to rear
Door Trigger yellow/black (D), gray/red (P) -   SJB
Notes: The driver door trigger is yellow/black in the large black plug, pin 6. The passenger door(s) trigger is gray/red in the small black plug, pin 3. Use both wires and diode isolate each from each other and the control module. Refer to DirectFax document 1076 for wiring information.

The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.
Dome Supervision BLACK/ lt. blue   +   SJB, gray plug, pin 14
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box 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 N/A
Factory Alarm Disarm N/A
Disarm No Unlock N/A
Tachometer tan / YELLOW   ac   PCM, pin 48
Notes: The PCM (Powertrain Control Module) is on the passenger side firewall, under the hood.

For tach, can also go to the ignition coil pack or any fuel injector and use the wire that is NOT red.
Wait to start N/A
Brake Wire lt. green   +   brake pedal switch
Parking Brake RED / yellow   -   switch or SJB, lrg blk plug, pin 17
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.
Horn Trigger yellow/lt. green to dk. blue   -   switch or SJB, sml blk plug, pin 18
Notes: The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box 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:
SecuriLock
Part #: 1100F
Alternate Part1 #: 1100X
Alternate Part2 #: 556SW
Alternate Part3 #: 556UW
Alternate Part4 #: DesignTech 20402
Alternate Part5 #: DesignTech 29402
Notes: Standard on all models. When using the 1100X, a software change to 1100FM is needed.
Smart Starter Kill Relays: Relay Type:
Starter Relay Location:
Engine compartment fusebox, Driver side
Part #: 6401A

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Thank you all

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 18, 2006 at 10:24 PM

2005 4 door ford ranger

I,ve been thinking about mounting the siren for the alarm in my dash. Is this is a decent spot? I know most of my friends install in front engine block or by radiator, but i wanted to ensure my siren cannot be ripped out or the wire cut. Any feedback appreciated.

thnx

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: stick42
Date Posted: December 18, 2006 at 10:55 PM

It's up to you but it will be a lot quieter inside. I would say put it under the hood. Find a spot that is hard to get at like under the battery or something, then route the wire where it is hard to get at. If you are worried about cutting the siren wires add a battery backup siren, or if you want a siren inside as well, add a piezo siren. They are very loud and very small.

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 19, 2006 at 9:48 PM

thnx

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: KarTuneMan
Date Posted: December 20, 2006 at 8:11 AM

Remember to face it DOWN, not UP...so it doesn't fill up with water..!

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Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 23, 2006 at 8:21 PM

Ok, i have decided to not install the remote start at this time as it is not important to me, but rather the security of my vehical.

My first question is , since i've decided to use the smart trigger feature, which will splice into the dome supervision circuit, is it necessary to use the driver and passenger pin switches? I am thinking no.

Must i use diode isolation for parking light connections, or doors connections?

Does anyone know if my 2005 ford stx ranger has a 3 wire positive or negative door locking system, or should i just figure out myself with dmm?

Does my alarm have to be connected directly to the battery post, or could I use the terminal right before the fuse box to save room, since im gonna have a fat wire for my amp?

Im installing a crimeguard 745i4

I really appreciate all the positive feedback i've been receiving from this site, and hope to contribute myself in the future.

thnx guyz

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: profuse007
Date Posted: December 23, 2006 at 8:35 PM

POWER LOCK PINK / YELLOW (TYPE B) @ SJB. LARGE BLACK Plug, Pin 5, See NOTE *1
POWER UNLOCK PINK/LIGHT GREEN (TYPE B) @ SJB, LARGE BLACK Plug, Pin 9, See NOTE *1

type B- negative trigger.

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Houston,TX
"The two most common elements in the universe are H+ and stupidity" (Ellison).

Posted By: mikvot
Date Posted: December 23, 2006 at 8:45 PM

if u use dome light for the trigger, no u dont need the door triggers.

if u use door triggers, yes u need to diode them, u dont need one on the park lights

for the door locks, use the wires he has listed above, and they are negative pulse.

no, u dont have to go to the batt, i would catch ign and 12 v at the ignition.

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 23, 2006 at 11:00 PM

if you don't splice into the parking lights, they are not going to flash when the alarm goes off?

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 24, 2006 at 12:22 AM

never mind the last post. i get it

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 24, 2006 at 1:01 AM

Where I'm at, and please correct me where I am wrong:

For power i will connect red of alarm (to batt +12 v) & yellow to (ignition output)

I will use the dome light for my door trigger. (will connect to BLACK/ light blue in SJB, gray plug, pin 14) and connect the blk/red to ground in order to select negative triggering.

next the parking lights. 1 wire,, not sure where to connect to as there are 2 wires i believe.

last horn.

Now for the power door locks. Changing to echo remote. Crime guard alarm, 745 i4

I understand for - power lock: pink / YELLOW(typeB) @ sjb.large black plug, pin 5

power unlock - pink/light green (type b - what does type b mean?) same plug pin 9

There are 7 wires on my "Doorlock Ouput Connector" and im not sure how many wires i have to connect here. Here is what they are

First 3 are: "UNLOCK" (+) or (-) Input (NO) 2) unlock input (NC) 3) unlock output (COM)

Next 3 are: "LOCK" (+) or (-) Input (NO) 2) lock input (NC) 3) lock output (COM)

and an unlock#2

Thnx for reading my story, just wanna make sure i get this right.. thnx ........................................................hope my airbag doesnt explode lol

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: Chris Luongo
Date Posted: December 24, 2006 at 7:51 AM

"Unlock #2," that's so you can set up the unit to unlock the driver's door first, and then the other doors after that..........that's for girls.....plus it's a fair amount of extra work and you need a relay.....are you going to do that?

If not, and you're happy with both doors opening the first time you press unlock, it goes like this:

The two "Input N/O" wires get connected to ground.

The two "Input N/C" wires do not get connected to anything.

Now, the two "Output COM" wires will simply put out ground pulses when you press the lock/unlock buttons on your new remote, which is what you want for your Ranger.

I never went looking for that SJB or whatever it is; not necessary. Simply remove the driver's kick panel, and maybe the door-sill panel just to make things a little easier...........under there, under the carpet, you'll find a bundle of wires running to the rear of the truck.

In there, find your pink/green and pink / YELLOW. They'll test as a ground when you operate the power doorlock switch. Connect your two Crime Guard lock/unlock outputs to these wires.

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Not sure about your question about the parking lights. The Ranger should have one parking light wire. Where do you have two parking light wires? In the car, or on the alarm?

By the way, if you find it inconvenient to get the parking lights at the dashboard switch, you should be also able to find the same wire in the same wire harness with the doorlocks.

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 24, 2006 at 12:32 PM

Hi, Im looking to find the parking light wire in my 05 ford ranger for my alarm.

any hints?

thnx

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: Twelvoltz
Date Posted: December 24, 2006 at 1:04 PM

DEI lists it as:

Parking Lights+ brown SJB, brown plug, pin 8
Parking Lights- WHITE/ black switch or SJB, sml blk plug, pin 16

The SJB (Smart Junction Box) is the fuse/relay box in the passenger kick panel.

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 3:04 PM

I am using the dome light supervision foor my door triggers. Because I am using this, does the GEM module have to be shut down since the doorpins are not being used?

Does it have to be shut down for the installation of the remote start.

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 3:10 PM

I have a ford 05 ranger, with built in passive immobilizer. Im installing an alarm that also has it.

How exactly does it work? Where is it installed? Do i bypass it?

In an alrm, does the immobilizer have anything to do with the remote start circuit/

thnx

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: rudydapimp
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 4:08 PM

if you do not diode isolate, you will have alarm falses due to dome delay.

Posted By: profuse007
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 4:42 PM

the fuel management system is equipped w/ security prior starting. must have correct coded key for ECU to accept b4 main and/or fuel relays to switch, thus turn over the engine.

installing an alarm/keyless entry (KE) do not required bypass, only for remote start (RS).

please specify unit make and model, if more questions need to be answered.

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Houston,TX
"The two most common elements in the universe are H+ and stupidity" (Ellison).

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 5:09 PM

My alarm is a crimeguard 745i 4. It comes with an AU-SOCKET & relay for starter interrupter.

What must be bypassed or done to install (RS).

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: profuse007
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 5:22 PM

the au-socket starter kill relay is for security/alarm purposes, not for RS... just to make it clear.

must use www.bypasskit.com PKF3 or DEI 556s is required for immobilizer bypass. the two parts, two diff maker, is needed and wire to the car key cylinder/tumbler along w/ your cimeguard to safely bypass the immobilizer.

anything not understood, please ask.

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Houston,TX
"The two most common elements in the universe are H+ and stupidity" (Ellison).

Posted By: ravesrus19
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 5:23 PM

What type of diode...IN4006?

Polarity?

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2005 Ford Ranger, 4 door , stx model

Posted By: profuse007
Date Posted: December 26, 2006 at 5:26 PM

not sure if you can defeat teh false trigger by using domelight but below is wiring for door triggers.
Click here for wiring

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Houston,TX
"The two most common elements in the universe are H+ and stupidity" (Ellison).