■The higher the control module is in the vehicle, the better the transmitter range will be. If you put the control module under a seat or inside a metal dashboard, range will diminish.
Some good control module locations: above the glove box, inside the center console, above the
locations for stinger doubleguard shock sensor
Some things to remember about where to mount the shock sensor:
■Never put the Stinger® 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 methods:
■Using
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If mounting the sensor where it cannot be easily reached for adjustment,
NOTE: In many vehicles, tying the sensor to a steering column or screwing it to metal will result in poor sensitivity, especially at the rear of the vehicle.
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