While some of you are out there wheeling your FJ, I spent my Sunday afternoon installing an alarm For those of you that are thinking about it, it is much easier than the installation manual seems to be. I spent a little less than 4 hours and I was taking my time. I have no doubts this can be done in less than 3 hours. And I'd bet you the guys at the port only needs an hour or so after the first one or if there's more than one guy.
Awhile back, there was a thread mentioning the empty spot below the passenger airbag light. To confirm (if it hasn't), that light will blink after installing the VIP.
Here are a few things I like to add to the install: (Don't worry, the installation manual is as good as it gets.)
Pg 3 / Fig 1-4:
Be sure to pull the panel upward (not directly at yourself) because those 4 clips are at a 45 degree angle.
Pg 5 / Fig 1-14 / Step w:
I did not find disconnecting any connector and removing the harness clamp necessary, all I had to do was to pull the cover out slowly and slide it to the passenger foot area.
Pg 11 / Fig 3-2 / Step b:
Don't put that screw in yet, uninstall the exisiting noise filter on the following steps first.
Pg 11 / Fig 3-3 / Step c:
Be sure you have an offset screwdriver! Otherwise that upper screw will be very hard to take out.
Oh, for those of you that has the VIP installed, do you have the ignition controlled door lock? I am so sure I read it somewhere the VIP should do it but mine doesn't
How do you like the alarm. Is there any differences in that model compared to another brand. On my 03 4runner I had the alarm shop put in an alarm and I asked them to make it work with my keyless entry. It worked great. The only think I would want more than that would be a window pop button for the back window. They key only option is kinda lame...
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4x4 FJ Vuudoooo Blue
CPCKG, UPGRADE PCKG#2 Roof Rack, Tow Hitch,
TRD Exhaust and Air filter, Rock Rails, Auto Trans.
How do you like the alarm. Is there any differences in that model compared to another brand. On my 03 4runner I had the alarm shop put in an alarm and I asked them to make it work with my keyless entry. It worked great. The only think I would want more than that would be a window pop button for the back window. They key only option is kinda lame...
Well, VIP vs aftermarket alarms has been debated few weeks ago:
In your case, if you want to add the window pop, you will have to get aftermarket alarm because the factory keyless remote does not have the extra channel you need.
My nylon panel removal tool consisted of a flat screwdriver with masking tape around the tip. Worked pretty well and I didn't damage anything during my XM module install (aka removing the entire right side interior of my new truck).
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2007 FJCruiser Black ARB/WARN/IPF/OME
1988 4Runner ARB
Question about tools: Is the "Nylon Panel Removal Tool" some standard thing they have at an auto parts store? Never used one...
Striker Tool? I assume you skipped that functional test?
Thanks.
--Bill
Yes, any auto parts store carry that, they do come in couple different sizes. But I don't have any and didn't have to use it. All the panels pops out and goes back easily by hand and on few occasions I had to use a flat screwdriver to get the edge up. (Great suggestion by Scott9000 on taping up a flathead!) The only one that requires a little more attention is page 3 fig 1-4because i didn't know the 4 clips tilt up at a 45 degree angle and that panel was on tight!!
Vip Rs3200 - Diy
For those of you that are thinking about it, it is much easier than the installation manual seems to be. I spent a little less than 4 hours and I was taking my time. I have no doubts this can be done in less than 3 hours. And I'd bet you the guys at the port only needs an hour or so after the first one or if there's more than one guy.
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