Driver's Side Door Lock Actuator Install - Submitted JacksonJ Materials needed: Actuator Alarm 2 5-pin relays Tools needed: Drill Screwdrivers Several extra screws Wire cutters 1. First start by removing the drivers door panel. If you need help, see this DIY. 2. Locate the wire leading from the lock (there are two, one is for the lock and one for the door handle). 3. Now it’s time to use the wire cutters. Don’t cut through the wire, just enough to strip off the black coating. Then you’ll have to through the white plastic cover which will expose metal twisted wires. You’ll need about 1 to 2 inches of exposed wire. (Use your own judgment based on the actuator). 4. Cut some of the twisted wires leaving the thicker cable in the middle. You’ll need to cut it completely way and be careful not to cut your fingers. 5. Now it’s time to position your actuator and drill some holes to connect it. The best location is where I have placed it. It just misses the window; I recommend you also try the window to ensure clearance before you drill the holes. The metal strip attached to the actuator comes with it. 6. Once you get the actuator screwed down, now it’s time to attach it to the wire you just exposed. Use the provided attachment tool (Note: You will probably need a larger screw to hold the smaller wire. The one provided is not sufficient. 7. Once it’s all attached you’ll need to adjust it so that the actuator is fully extended when the door is unlocked and vise versa. If you have cut too much wire away then the wire may bend and not lock. 8. Now it’s time to run the wires. This was the hardest part, I ran the wires through the rubber boot took a long time and a clothes hanger to pull the wires through; I’ll let you find out what I’m talking about. 9. Use this diagram to wire up the relays, you’ll have to refer to your Alarm’s wiring manual to find out which wire is for the door locks. Also programming may be required to ensure it works. 10. The Type “B” Output is where you hook up to your Alarm’s door lock trigger. And if you buy the relay from Bulldog Security, you can get the #778 as pictured below, but two 5-pin relays work just the same. Click here to discuss this Do It Yourself Guide.

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