Download Print this page
VDO Speed alert Installation Instructions Manual

VDO Speed alert Installation Instructions Manual

Advertisement

Quick Links

Revised diagram FA 24/02/2003
a.
Make sure the Speed Alert is mounted in a location away from direct sunlight.
b.
Install the unit to provide good access from driver's seat. It should be mounted within easy
reach, eg. The centre console or either side of the dashboard where visible, is an ideal
mounting position.
c.
The unit can be mounted on any smooth surface by means of double-sided tape (provided
in the Kit). Remove any wax or polish from the dash or centre console with a recognised
cleaning fluid. Fix the adhesive tab to the smooth panel of the Speed Alert that will make
contact with the mounting surface of the vehicle. Hold the Speed Alert at the casing edge
and solidly apply to the desired position.
Do not press on the display or the front buttons.
Page 1
VDO SPEED ALERT

Installation Instructions

TO MOUNT THE SPEED ALERT UNIT
LOOM ROUTING

Advertisement

loading

Summary of Contents for VDO Speed alert

  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Kit). Remove any wax or polish from the dash or centre console with a recognised cleaning fluid. Fix the adhesive tab to the smooth panel of the Speed Alert that will make contact with the mounting surface of the vehicle. Hold the Speed Alert at the casing edge and solidly apply to the desired position.
  • Page 2: Electronic Speedometer

    In the case of a mechanical speedometer, fit an electronic speed sensor to the vehicle as per the instructions of that particular unit. If the speed sensor supplied in the mechanical Speed Alert kit doesn’t suit your application, contact VDO Kienzle or your supplier for further information on alternative speed sensors.
  • Page 3: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM Battery Positive (+12V) connect last RED WIRE ORANGE WIRE Ignition Positive (+12V) BLACK WIRE Battery Negative (Earth) Illumination Positive. This wire must be connected for headlight monitoring. If this WHITE WIRE function is not required, connect wire to earth.
  • Page 4: Setting The Unit

    If constant power is lost, due to a flat battery or the removal of a battery terminal, the Speed Alert will have to be re-calibrated. Simply follow steps “a.” and “b.” above. If calibration is incorrect reset the Speed Alert into the calibration mode by pushing all three front buttons at once for a period of 4 seconds.
  • Page 5 To set a new trigger speed into the unit (eg. driving into a different speed zone simply drive to the desired speed and press the set button the new speed will be displayed and programmed into the Speed Alert. Page 5...
  • Page 6: Headlight Warning

    HEADLIGHT WARNING If the lights are left on when the ignition has been turned off, the Speed Alert alarm will beep continuously and the LED will flash until the headlights are turned off. TROUBLESHOOTING...