Perimeter Alarm System DL3Z-19A361-A Install

[Gary E]

Gen 2's may be different than Gen 1's on operational factors. I previously reported on the LED brightness.

 

[JAQ51]

@Gary E Hi Gary, question, did this kit come with a new Key FOB? It mentions 2 way communication, are the stock FOBs capable of this? Another thread mentioned an option for an extended range antenna, can you speak to this? Is it fully plug and play? 2013 Raptor

Vehicle Security System - Ford Perimeter Plus
Part No: DL3Z-19A361-A

SRP: $198.57

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Perimeter Plus Remote Start Vehicle Security module adds an effective layer of anti-theft protection to your Ford vehicle. This new accessory contains features not available from the factory and is specifically designed to protect against the theft of contents and accessories in your vehicle.

• No cut, no splice vehicle integration.
• Adjustable, 2-stage shock/impact sensor.
• Arms and disarms with the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the factory key, door-mounted keypad or with ignition key ON.
• Upgrade to One-Way or Bi-Directional remote start.
• Upgrade to Remote Access.
• May qualify for insurance discounts.

 

[Gary E]

@Gary E Hi Gary, question, did this kit come with a new Key FOB? It mentions 2 way communication, are the stock FOBs capable of this? Another thread mentioned an option for an extended range antenna, can you speak to this? Is it fully plug and play? 2013 Raptor

Vehicle Security System - Ford Perimeter Plus
Part No: DL3Z-19A361-A

SRP: $198.57

Get local pricing

Perimeter Plus Remote Start Vehicle Security module adds an effective layer of anti-theft protection to your Ford vehicle. This new accessory contains features not available from the factory and is specifically designed to protect against the theft of contents and accessories in your vehicle.

• No cut, no splice vehicle integration.
• Adjustable, 2-stage shock/impact sensor.
• Arms and disarms with the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the factory key, door-mounted keypad or with ignition key ON.
• Upgrade to One-Way or Bi-Directional remote start.
• Upgrade to Remote Access.
• May qualify for insurance discounts.

It did not come with a key fob. I continue to use the original Ford keys that came with the truck. The system is fully plug and play. It is armed when the doors are locked. There is a pause of 10 or 20 seconds before it arms itself. You know when it's armed when the LED brinks. Don't know about two-way communication. Don't know what that means. This truck came with remote start. My mounting of the box was far more substantial than Ford's instructions to tie wrap it to an air duct. It ought to be solid mounted for the shock sensor in to it to work properly. I saw that a long range antenna was an option, but didn't see the need.

 

[CoreyMac]

Installed the Ford "Perimeter Plus Security System" which included the "Base Security Type A" (part number above) as well as the LED indicator light.

I didn't particularly like Fords instructions to tie wrap it to the door air duct. The air duct is not a solid surface to mount a shock sensor to.

I fabricated a mounting plate from 0.125" 6061-T6 aluminum and mounted the VSS with 8/32 allen cap screws threaded in. Also tapped the plate for 8/32 allen cap screws to mount to the steel instrument panel support which is below the air duct and has relatively easy access from underneath.

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Drilled the steel dash support and mounted the VSS, both from underneath. The following view is from above thru the removed dash side panel.

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Once mounted, the wire harness and LED was installed and zip tied out of the way. The following view is from underneath the instrument panel

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I mounted the Ford LED in the steering column top cover as per the Ford instructions as it is very visible from both front door windows.

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Notes: I had planned on utilizing 1 to 3 super bright (4000 mcd) T-1 3/4 LEDs in the top dash tray sides and back, since it has been reported that the Ford LED is not very bright. I tested the Ford LED at 3 volts and saw that it was plenty bright enough. But, when I measured the voltage output to the LED from the VSS, when the system is armed, the voltage was only 0.5 volts, hence the reason the LED is not very bright. Most LEDs operate in the 2 to 5 volt range for rated brightness. As a result, I abandoned the use of the super bright LEDs, utilized the Ford unit, and decided the top of the instrument panel was a sufficient location for it.

I also tested the two unused raw white wires that are in the wire harness coming from the VSS connector. Three tests with the system: armed, not armed, and shock activated, resulted is no measure of voltage. It has been reported that those two wires are for disabling the starter.

Like other installers, I have the sensitivity adjusted to about 3/4 of its maximum sensitivity range.

Installed the Ford "Perimeter Plus Security System" which included the "Base Security Type A" (part number above) as well as the LED indicator light.

I didn't particularly like Fords instructions to tie wrap it to the door air duct. The air duct is not a solid surface to mount a shock sensor to.

I fabricated a mounting plate from 0.125" 6061-T6 aluminum and mounted the VSS with 8/32 allen cap screws threaded in. Also tapped the plate for 8/32 allen cap screws to mount to the steel instrument panel support which is below the air duct and has relatively easy access from underneath.

View attachment 289190

Drilled the steel dash support and mounted the VSS, both from underneath. The following view is from above thru the removed dash side panel.

View attachment 289191

Once mounted, the wire harness and LED was installed and zip tied out of the way. The following view is from underneath the instrument panel

View attachment 289192

I mounted the Ford LED in the steering column top cover as per the Ford instructions as it is very visible from both front door windows.

View attachment 289193

Notes: I had planned on utilizing 1 to 3 super bright (4000 mcd) T-1 3/4 LEDs in the top dash tray sides and back, since it has been reported that the Ford LED is not very bright. I tested the Ford LED at 3 volts and saw that it was plenty bright enough. But, when I measured the voltage output to the LED from the VSS, when the system is armed, the voltage was only 0.5 volts, hence the reason the LED is not very bright. Most LEDs operate in the 2 to 5 volt range for rated brightness. As a result, I abandoned the use of the super bright LEDs, utilized the Ford unit, and decided the top of the instrument panel was a sufficient location for it.

I also tested the two unused raw white wires that are in the wire harness coming from the VSS connector. Three tests with the system: armed, not armed, and shock activated, resulted is no measure of voltage. It has been reported that those two wires are for disabling the starter.

Like other installers, I have the sensitivity adjusted to about 3/4 of its maximum sensitivity range.

@Gary E I purchased this and going to install soon. Where online did you find the “Ford instructions”? Thanks man.

 

[Hotrod-Realtor]

SRP: $198.57

How much ADM is everyone paying?

 

[Gary E]

@Gary E I purchased this and going to install soon. Where online did you find the “Ford instructions”? Thanks man.

They came with it.

 

[smurfslayer]

+1 on the VSS install; I got the kit 2nd hand from another FRF. If it was used, it had to be the most gentle install ever because it came with all the zip ties, and looked uninstalled. Either way, I bought this like a year back, maybe more. Given the rash of thefts and having my buddy’s car broken into --right beside-- our Lincoln, time to harden the target a bit.

I did not get the LED, but it’s an easy add on. I got instructions with the kit on using the unit and what not, but not actually installing it.

owner.ford.com to the rescue. Validated the part, downloaded the PDF and it was way easier than I thought, a single pint job. 2 pints if you have a celebrator pint after the install. 5 or 6 if you invite neighbors & friends to the garage to join the celebration.

Anyway, I didn’t fully understand the OBD harness instruction at first. I looked at the doc, took the OBD port loose and am like “WTF, this won’t fit”. Right genius, it won’t fit into the OBD port, it interrupts the connection on the rear of the OBD port. DOH. I spent maybe 5 minutes here second guessing myself and then realizing - oh, yeah, that rear connection is a dead ringer for the harness on the VSS...

I sprung for the bajamod hard mount. Yeah, it’s pricey for what you get, but, it’s solid, mounts to hard mount points and is out of the way. They provide detailed instructions and were easy to follow.

Mount the VSS unit to the bajamod bracket, all hardware included.
1x 10mm socket, 1x 8mm, a driver a couple extensions, a phillips head screw driver, a pair of pliers and a pint mug was all it took.

IDK if these will help anyone but here goes

 

[CoreyMac]

Looks good man, I did the same recently, added the optional Ford LED too. It lets you know if alarm has been triggered while you were away.

 

[Irregular F150]

Are these really just for 14+ years? Or is there a different pn for 2013?

 

[pat247]

Are these really just for 14+ years? Or is there a different pn for 2013?

My understanding is that 2013-14 are the same. Do a search on my user name, I covered this install with part numbers back in 15-16. I'll see if I can find it. Try this https://www.fordraptorforum.com/thr...ystem-remote-start-upgrade.39422/#post-795821