Installation Instructions

for EVS Security Systems

SECURITY
SYSTEMS

Note: It is recommended that this installation take place prior to rustproofing.

The individual delivering the vehicle should review the
operation of this security system and any optional
features with the owner of the vehicle. Please place the
operating instructions in the glove compartment with the
vehicle Owner's Manual.
Please review these instructions completely before begin-
ning the installation of this vehicle security system.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Technical Support is available to authorized MOPAR dealers by
calling 1-800-34-MOPAR (1-800-346-6727). Please have your
dealer code number and VIN available when calling. Technical
Support hours are 8:00 AM (EST) - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday and
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Saturday. 24 hour automated assistance is
available for answers to frequently asked questions by calling the
100385-4 FAXBACK information system at (248) 589-5297.
REV. A
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 AIR BAG WARNING!
THE AIR BAG SYSTEM IS A SENSITIVE AND COMPLEX
ELECTROMECHANICAL UNIT. BEFORE BEGINNING THIS
INSTALLATION YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT AND
ISOLATE THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE (GROUND).
AFTER DISCONNECTING THE NEGATIVE BATTERY
CABLE, WAIT AT LEAST ONE MINUTE BEFORE
CONTINUING TO WORK ON THE VEHICLE. FAILURE TO
DO SO COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT
OF THE AIR BAG AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. THE
FASTENERS, SCREWS, AND BOLTS ORIGINALLY USED
FOR THE AIR BAG COMPONENTS HAVE SPECIAL
COATINGS AND ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE
AIR BAG SYSTEM. THEY MUST NEVER BE REPLACED
WITH ANY SUBSTITUTES. ANY TIME A NEW FASTENER IS
NEEDED, REPLACE WITH THE CORRECT FASTENERS
PROVIDED IN THE SERVICE PACKAGE OR FASTENERS
LISTED IN THE PARTS BOOKS. SAFETY GLASSES SHOULD
BE WORN AT ALL TIMES.

This device complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference and (2) this device must accept any interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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 1. Installer Preparation
A. Required Tools:
Wire cutter/strippers Razor Knife
Assorted Screwdrivers Electrical Tape
Assorted Nut drivers Acid free solder rosin core
Voltmeter Crimping Pliers
Soldering iron

B. Connection Procedures
Remove and Replace Procedure

Locate the appropriate Separate the connector Remove the locking Remove the appropriate
connector. ends. wedge. wire(s) by releasing the
tang inside the connector
with a terminal extraction
tool.

Insert the appropriate Plug the two connectors Insert the vehicle wire into Insert the locking wedge
EVS wire into the back together. the appropriate cavity on into the EVS connector
cavity. Replace the the EVS connector. and plug the two mating
locking wedge. EVS connectors together.

Center Splice Procedure Strip and Splice Procedure

Cut wire.
Strip back the wire
insulation.

Twist and solder EVS wire Strip back insulation 1/2”

onto the exposed wire. from both ends.

Twist and solder each wire

Cover with a minimum 4 to EVS wire harness.
wraps of tape.
Cover splice with
tape or heat shrink
tubing.

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 1. Installer Preparation (Con’t)

1. Cut wire.

2. Strip back insulation 1/2" from

both ends.

3. Insert wire ends into butt

connector.

4. Crimp center of butt

connector. Pull wires to verify
that the connection is secure.

2. Main Harness Connection

Ignition Switch Connections
1. Remove the kneeblocker panel by removing the
2 philips screws on the front of the panel that hold
it in place. (FIGURE 2.1)
3. Access the ignition switch harness on the right
side of the steering column. (FIGURE 2.2) The
ignition switch connector is found on the left side
of the steering column but the harness can be
accessed much easier on the right side. Strip FIG. 2.1
back the factory tape to expose the wires coming
from the switch.
4. Locate the 14-gauge RED wire located in cavity
#1 of the ignition switch connector.
This wire should measure constant +12v.
5. Center splice the EVS 16-gauge RED wire into
the vehicle’s RED wire.
(Follow the Center Splice procedure on page 3.)

4 FIG. 2.2
 2. Main Harness Connection
6. Locate the 14-gauge BLUE wire located in cavity #2 of the ignition switch
connector. This wire should measure +12v only when the ignition is in the run
position and 0 volts when its in the off position.
7. Center splice the EVS 16-gauge BLUE wire into the vehicle’s BLUE wire.
8. Locate the 14-gauge YELLOW wire located in cavity #6 of the ignition switch
connector. This wire should measure +12v only when the vehicle is cranked
with the key.
9. Using wire cutters, cut the 16-gauge YELLOW wire in half, remove more
harness tape wrap if necessary.
THE FOLLOWING CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN THE PROPER
POLARITY. IF THE WRONG WIRES ARE CONNECTED THE VEHICLE
WILL NOT START AND THE CONNECTIONS WILL HAVE TO BE RE-
VERSED. READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY.
10. Using the supplied BLUE butt connectors, splice the EVS 16-gauge
YELLOW/BLACK wire to the previously cut 14-gauge YELLOW wire coming
from the ignition switch connector.
(Follow crimping procedure outlined on page 4).
11. Splice the EVS 16-gauge YELLOW wire to the previously cut YELLOW wire
which goes toward the wire harness.

Ground Connection
1. Locate a vacant area of metal on the support brace to use as a chassis ground.
2 Attach the EVS BLACK ground wire to the area chosen by inserting the
supplied screw through the ground ringlet and into this area.
3. Make sure the ringlet is securely tightened.

Dome Light Connection

1. Route the 20-gauge YELLOW EVS
wire with the switch to the passenger
side underdash area near the fuse
panel.
2. Remove the glove box.
3. Loosen the top two fuse panel
mounting bolts.
4. Slip the open end of the switch
bracket underneath the left hand side
bolt and retighten both mounting bolts.
The switch bracket should sit flush
against the left hand side of the fuse
panel and be clear from all metal FIG. 2.3
brackets. (FIGURE 2.3) 5
 2. Main Harness Connection (Con’t)

5. Locate the passenger side underdash light.

6. Remove the philips screw holding it in place
and access the harness coming from the light
itself. (FIGURE 2.4)
7. Locate the 20-gauge YELLOW wire which
should register ground when the doors are open
and 12V+ when they are shut.
8. Center splice the EVS 20-gauge YELLOW wire
coming from the switch into the vehicle’s
YELLOW wire.
(Follow the Center Splice procedure on page 3) FIG. 2.4
9. Mount the DOMELIGHT SWITCH sticker provided
in the kit to the inside of the glove box.

Rear Door Pin Switch

1. Drill a 5/16” hole in the driver’s side of the rear door hem flange, approximately
1-1/2” from the floor between the first and second weld spots. (FIGURE 2.5)
2. Install the supplied pin switch in the drilled 5/16” hole.
3. Plug the supplied TAN wire onto the pin switch and route along floor to the left
side of the vehicle. Continue routing wire along existing wire loom under drivers
door (interior) to the EVS module connector.
4. Insert the terminal end of the TAN wire into cavity #6 on the EVS 22-way
connector.

TAN
Viewed from wire end

6 FIG. 2.5
3. Alarm Connections
A. Siren
1. Locate siren mounting location under washer fluid
reservoir. (FIGURE 3.1)
2. Hold siren in mounting location and mark
mounting holes.
3. Drill two (2) 1/8" mounting holes.
4. Remove siren mounting bracket bolt.
5. Use two (2) of the supplied 1/4" sheet metal
FIG. 3.1
screws, secure the siren mounting bracket.
6. Secure the siren to the siren mounting bracket.
7. Route the siren wires through a Bulkhead Panel
grommet. (FIGURE 3.2)
Secure siren wires as necessary with the
supplied tie wraps.
8. Insert the siren wires into the 22-way module
connector.
FIG. 3.2
a. RED into cavity # 11.
b. BLACK into cavity #22.

Viewed from wire end

B. Multi-Function Status Indicator / Push-button

1. Find a mounting location for the status indicator that is visible
from outside the vehicle.
2. Make sure that there is at least 2" clearance behind the selected mounting
location and any vehicle components.
3. Drill a 9/32" mounting hole. Then, using a small file notch the mounting hole
to accommodate the key way on the switch body.
4. Feed the status indicator wires through the mounting hole and snap the
switch body firmly into the hole. Depress the switch a few times to ensure
that it travels freely. If necessary, carefully
enlarge the hole.
5. If necessary, slide the retaining ring over
the back of the switch body.
6. Insert the status indicator wires into the
22-way module connector:

6.1. BLUE wire into cavity #7.

6.2. GREEN wire into cavity #17.
VIEWED FROM WIRE END
6.3. ORANGE wire into cavity #18. OF CONNECTOR

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 3. Alarm Connections
C. Emergency Override / Programming Button
1. Find a hidden (not plainly visible)
location underdash that is accessible
while sitting in the drivers seat. It
is suggested that the override
button be mounted in a different
location for each installation.
2. Drill a 5/16" mounting hole and
mount the disarm button.
3. Insert the BROWN disarm button
wires into cavities #2 & 13 of the
VIEWED FROM WIRE END OF CONNECTOR
EVS 22-way connector. The
disarm button wires are
interchangeable.

D. Shock Sensor (Optional)

1. Find a mounting location for the
shock sensor. The sensor must
adhere to a surface (or wire
harness) under the instrument
panel that is in solid contact with
the vehicle chassis. The ignition
switch wiring harness is an
excellent choice. Be sure to mount
the shock sensor so that the L.E.D.
can be viewed when adjusting the
sensitivity.
2. Stick one of the supplied squares
of adhesive tape to the bottom of
the shock sensor case. Then
attach the sensor to mounting
surface. Use one of the supplied
long tie wraps to secure sensor
firmly in place.
3. Insert the shock sensor wires into
VIEWED FROM WIRE END OF CONNECTOR
the 22-way module connector:

a. BLACK wire into cavity #15.

b. BROWN wire into cavity #4.
c. RED wire into cavity #16.
d. ORANGE wire into cavity #5.
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4. System Power-Up, Test, and Adjustment
A. System Power-Up
1. Recheck all connections and connectors to make sure they are properly
insulated.
2. Replace any vehicle fuses removed during the installation.
3. Plug the 6-way (power), and 22-way (accessory) harnesses
into the EVS module.
4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
5. Replace the module power fuse on the 6-way harness.
6. Turn the ignition key OFF.

B. System Test
Before testing the system operation, make sure to roll the drivers door window down.
If any of the following items fail to function properly, refer to the appropriate section
in the installation manual and double check all wiring, connector pin outs and fuses.
Before replacing the module or any of the systems components, contact technical
service at the number listed on the front cover of this manual.

Operation Troubleshooting Procedure

WHEN ARMING THE SYSTEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
Siren chirps twice Make sure domelight is off
All entrances must be secured
Check connections

WHEN SYSTEM IS FULLY ARMED, CHECK THE FOLLOWING:

Status light flashes (steady rate) Check connections
All doors & hatch (hood and/or
trunk if connected) trip alarm Check connections
Shock sensor trips alarm (full
alarm and lite-touch) (optional) Check and adjust sensitivity
Engine will not start / alarm trips Check connections
Manual override disarms alarm Make sure ignition is on
WHEN DISARMING THE SYSTEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
Domelight Turns On Check connections

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 4. System Power-Up, Test, and Adjustment
B. System Test (cont.)
Operation Troubleshooting Procedure
AFTER THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN DISARMED, CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
Engine will start Check connections
Transmitter range (attempt
operating system from 25-50 feet) Relocate antenna
Valet Mode (refer to Owner’s
Manual for valet mode operation) Review operation procedure
Headlamp Illumination (if equipped) Review operation procedure

Control Module Mounting

After all electrical connections are complete, and the system operation has been
verified, use the supplied tie wraps to securely attach the control module to the
area next to the junction box (FIGURE 4.1). Make sure that the module and wiring
harnesses do not in any way interfere with the brake, clutch, or the accelerator
pedals.

FIG.4.1
Shock Sensor Adjustment (Optional)
1. Close all doors and arm the system.
2. Moving around the vehicle, using an open palm slap various body panels on
the vehicle.
• A light to medium blow should cause the siren to emit a short chirp.
• A medium to heavy impact should trip a full alarm cycle.
3. Adjust the shock sensitivity up or down as need to achieve the desired setting.
4. Reassemble all interior components removed during the installation.
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4. System Power-Up, Test, and Adjustment
Mounting the Antenna
For optimum performance, the antenna must be mounted as high as possible in the
vehicle.
• Do not mount the antenna and/or module in an area which is totally enclosed
in metal. Keep the antenna element as straight as possible.
• Do not coil any of the remaining antenna cable. For best results, make sure
that the antenna cable is completely uncoiled.
• Due to the nature of the antenna, there will be nulls in RF reception around the
vehicle. By slightly moving the antenna element these RF nulls can be reduced
and/or shifted in a different direction.

C. Programming Additional Transmitters

Up to four transmitters can be programmed to
the system.
1. Open the driver’s door.
2. Turn the vehicle ignition to the ON position.
3. Press and hold the Emergency Override / Programming button in.
• After approximately 15 seconds, the siren will chirp 3 times. This indicates that
the system is in the Transmitter Programming Mode.
4. Release the Emergency Override / Programming button. Wait 5 seconds.
5. Press Button 1 on the new transmitter. The siren should chirp once.
6. Repeat step 5 for any additional transmitters.
7. Exit the Transmitter Programming Mode by turning the vehicle ignition off. Test all
remote transmitters to ensure that they work properly.

To delete a lost or stolen transmitter:

1. Follow steps 1-4 as described above.
2. Reprogram the remaining transmitters as described in step 5.
• If there is only one remaining transmitter, perform step 5 four times.
• If two remaining transmitters, perform step 5 twice for each transmitter.

D. Programming Selectable Options

1. Enter the Transmitter Programming Mode (steps 1-4 above).
2. Press and release Emergency Override / Programming Button once.
• The siren will chirp three more times to indicate entry into the
Options Programming Mode.
3. Press Transmitter Button 1 to select Option 1.
4. Refer to the appropriate chart (next page) to change options.

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 4. System Power-Up, Test, and Adjustment
Security Systems
ARM DISARM Status Indicator Displays
BUTTON ARM DISARM
BUTTON Option Status (On or Off)
Press to Advance Press to Turn
to Next Option Option On or Off Siren Chirps Denote
Option #
PRESS BOTH
BUTTONS
to Reset All Options To exit Options Programming
to Factory Settings Mode, turn ignition off.

Option # Description Status Indicator

(# of times ARM (Press Disarm
Button pressed) to Change)
1. N/A
2. N/A
3. Two-Vehicle Operation Remote operates two vehicles OFF
4. Arm / Disarm Chirps Siren chirps when arming and disarming
vehicle ON
5. Passive Arming / Arms after 5 min. ON
Starter Lockout Timer Arms after 2 min. OFF
(Skip if the system is to
be set for manual Arming
only)
6 and 7 Arming Characteristics Passive Arming and Manual Arming 6-ON, 7-OFF
Passive Starter Lockout and Manual Arming 6-OFF, 7-ON
Manual Arming Only 6-0FF, 7-OFF
(factory settings in bold)

5. Updating the Owner’s Manual

Mark the selected operating characteristics and any additional features in the
spaces provided in the Owner’s Manual. Please review these sections with your
customer.
Make sure your customer is aware of the following:
• Location of the Emergency Override Button
• Procedure for obtaining additional transmitters
• System Warranty information

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 System Layout
BLACK
TO CHASIS METAL GROUND

TO BLUE IGNITION WIRE IN

BLUE CAVITY #2 OF THE IGNITION
SWITCH CONNECTOR

TO RED CONSTANT +12V

RED WIRE IN CAVITY #1 OF THE
IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTOR

TO YELLOW STARTER KEY

CONNECTOR
6-WAY

YELLOW/BLACK
SYSTEM MODULE

SIDE IN CAVITY #6 OF THE

IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTOR

TO YELLOW STARTER MOTOR

YELLOW SIDE OF THE IGNITION
SWITCH CONNECTOR

DOOR ON/OFF SWITCH

YELLOW (MOUNT TO PASSENGER
SIDE FUSE PANEL)

TO YELLOW DOME LIGHT

YELLOW
WIRE AT PASSENGER SIDE
UNDERDASH LIGHT

TO CAVITY #6 ON EVS TAN

TO EVS PIN SWITCH
22-WAY CONNECOR
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System Layout
Optional
Shock ( )
Sensor