Radio Shack RS-4000 Determining Your Vehicle’S Door Switch Power Type, Type B Switch Test

Models: RS-4000

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Type B Switch Test

Use the meter or test light to find a point on the fuse block that pro- vides a constant source of +12 volts. Touch one lead to that point on the fuse block, and the other lead to one of the control wires. Operate your power door locks.

If the light turns on or the volt meter indicates 12 volts when you move the door lock switch to the LOCK position, you have located a Type B Lock control wire. Test the other wire.

If the light turns on or the volt meter indicates 12 volts when you move the door lock switch to the UNLOCK position, you have located a Type B Unlock control wire. Test the other wire (if you have not already done so).

If both wires are Type B control wires, go to Step 3.

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If you could not determine the power door lock type, call 1-800- 598-2527 for assistance.

3.Use masking tape to mark each control wire with its function (LOCK or UNLOCK) and type (A, B, or C).

DETERMINING YOUR VEHICLE’S DOOR SWITCH POWER TYPE

For your alarm system’s passive arm- ing and anti-carjacking features to work, you must connect the alarm to the door switch power lead. Follow these steps to determine the door switch power type.

1.Use your vehicle’s service man- ual, contact your vehicle manu- facturer, or contact the Auto Alarm Helpline at 1-800-598- 2527 to determine where to access the control wire(s) for your vehicle’s door switch. This wire might also be called a door trigger and is usually behind a panel near or on the door.

Notes:

Some vehicles have logic- controlled dome and courtesy lights that turn on differently depending on which vehicle door is opened. Be sure to locate a wire that is triggered from all your vehicle’s doors.

If your dome light dims slowly when you close the door, your alarm might have problems determining when the door is opened or closed. Contact 1- 800-598-2527 if this is the case with your vehicle.

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Radio Shack RS-4000 Determining Your Vehicle’S Door Switch Power Type, Type B Switch Test, Failed All Tests

FAQ

What should I do if I fail all tests for the Type B switch?

If you cannot determine the power door lock type, call 1-800-598-2527 for assistance.

How do I determine my vehicle's door switch power type?

You must connect the alarm to the door switch power lead. Follow the steps outlined in the manual to locate and access the control wires for your vehicle's door switch.

What should I do if my dome light dims slowly when I close the door?

If your dome light dims slowly when you close the door, your alarm might have problems determining when the door is opened or closed. Contact 1-800-598-2527 for assistance.