Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
System Overview: Notes
The alarm is an entry protection for the vehicle. The aim is prevent anyone getting into the vehicle or manipulating the vehicle in any way without being detected.
The alarm is available in various configurations:
- Perimeter guard. This configuration includes door sensors in the form of switches in the lock motors, siren without vehicle angle sensor and an alarm diode.
- Perimeter guard with motion sensor.
- Perimeter guard with motion sensor and siren with vehicle tilt sensor.
A heartbeat sensor (applies up to and including structure week -201020) is also available as an option for the alarm system. The heartbeat sensor can be installed for all configurations. However, it is only available as a factory option together with the keyless lock system.
Definitions:
- Deactivated: The alarm is not activated and is not protecting the vehicle
- Activated: The alarm is protecting the vehicle and will be triggered if there is an input signal from one of the sensors/contact breakers.
- Triggered: An alarm cycle has started. The siren sounds for 30 seconds and the turn signal lamps flash for approximately 5 minutes
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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