Viper 500HF Installation Manual page 4

Stinger Double-Guard
™ ®
Never put the Stinger TM shock sensor in the engine compartment!
Find a spot close to the control module so that the wires do not need to be extended. Keep it away from the heater
core (or any other heat sources) and any obvious leaks.
How the Stinger ™ is mounted is the most important factor in its performance. We recommend two mounting meth-
ods: using double-sided tape or hook-and-loop fastener to mount to a trim panel or an air duct, or wire-tying to a
wire harness. If mounting the sensor where it cannot be easily reached for adjustment, hook-and-loop fastening
tape (such as Velcro) is recommended for ease of removal for future adjustments.
NOTE: In many vehicles, tying the sensor to a steering column or screwing it to metal will result in poor
sensitivity, especially on the rear of the vehicle.
Valet /Program and optional VRS
®
Ensure that the location you pick for each switch has sufficient clearance to the rear. The switches should be well
hidden. They should be placed so passengers or stored items (such as in a glove box or center console) cannot
accidentally hit them. The switches fit in a 9/32"-hole.
This system has Remote Valet
switch. DEI ® introduced this feature so that switch location was less critical in day-to-day use. As long as the Valet
/Program switch can be reached to disarm without a transmitter, easy access is not important.
IMPORTANT! When the vehicle is delivered, please show the user where the switches are located and
how to disarm the system and the VRS
Status LED
Things to remember when positioning the Status LED:
• It should be visible from both sides and the rear of the vehicle, if possible.
• It needs at least 1/2" clearance to the rear.
• It is easiest to use a small removable panel, such as a switch blank or
a dash bezel. Remove it before drilling your 9/32" hole.
• Use quick-disconnects near the LED wires if the panel is removable.
This lets mechanics or other installers remove the panel without cutting
the wires.
• If the optional VRS
visible from the driver's seat while the transmission is in gear!
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shock sensor
switches
®
® . The user can enter and exit Valet
® feature with them.
® feature is being installed, the Status LED must be
® Mode without having to reach the Valet
© 1998 Directed Electronics, Inc. Vista, CA
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