How to Install a Radar Detector

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:InstallRadarDetector
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How to Install a Radar Detector

Introduction

Some radar detectors are more sophisticated than others. Many models require the connection of only two wires - ground and power. Other varieties require the connection of more wires as well as component parts. If you believe you have the skills to install a radar detector yourself, here are some simple steps to follow.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately challenging

Preliminaries

Steps

1

Step One

Read the instructions that come with the detector. Don't do anything until you fully understand the instructions.
2

Step Two

Gather the following tools: drill, screws, wire cutter, silicone, grommets, screwdriver, wire ties and/or wire loom.
3

Step Three

Open the radar detector's box and make sure you have everything you are supposed to have.
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Step Four

Inspect the inside and outside of your car for locations for the components of the detector. You want the receiver to go in a location that is easily viewed from the driver's seat. Make certain that there are no obstructions - this includes your arms when your hands are on the steering wheel. Common locations for the receiver are the ashtray position, hanging from under the dash, or on the sun visor.
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Step Five

Inspect the car to determine the best locations for the other components of the detector, which include sensors for the front and rear of the car. The instructions will give you some ideas. Again, make certain that there are no obstructions in any of the locations you choose. Remember, radar cannot penetrate metal and laser can't penetrate plastic.

The Installation

Steps

1

Step One

Mount the components in the locations you have chosen. Use screws to mount the items securely to a metal surface. You may find that you will need brackets to mount the items securely.
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Step Two

Run wires from components located in the front of the car through the engine compartment to the firewall. Select a grommet already in place on the wall and thread the wires through it to the passenger compartment. Tie the wires neatly together or thread them through a plastic loom to protect them.
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Step Three

Route wires from components in the back of the vehicle through the car to the passenger compartment.
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Step Four

Mount the receiver and connect the wires from the components to the receiver.
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Step Five

Tap power from the fuse block and ground to a clean metal surface.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Wire cutters
  • Cable Ties
  • Grommets
  • Radar Detectors
  • Silicone
  • Multiuse Screws
  • Variable-speed Drills
  • Screwdriver Sets
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