how do I install a remote for door locks

I want to install a remote for my power locks. On the 1st gens there are only 3 accuators. There is not one on the drivers side door. can I use one from a donner car from one of the other three doors? and any tips or things I should be aware of?
Cheers

[blackmaxima88]

I'm gonna say the security system may be an issue, but I can't be positive. I'm not exactly sure how the remote door lock systems work, but I'm gonna speculate that there's a receiver/actuator device that is an antenna for the remote and then sends out a lock/unlock signal to your relays. you might have to trace some wiring through maybe the SMJ behind the fuse panel. the best thing I can say is get a FSM for your max and find out which wires activate the lock relay and the unlock relay. it might be easier to mount the actuator inside the drivers side door, cos the power door lock wiring is already in there. you might also be able to put it in the trunk near the door lock/security system controller, and use that wiring. again, I'm not sure of the layout. I think the FSM has a section specifically for the power door locks, there's bound to be wiring diagrams and layout charts you can look at.

hope this helps, and keep us informed.

Dan

[keith_u]

also try this to see if it may help you any

http://www.the12volt.com/installbay/...538&type=Alarm

[turboast4]

That link doesn't work, you need a Username/Password.

[keith_u]

Originally Posted by turboast4

That link doesn't work, you need a Username/Password.

ok here this may work better lol


1982-84 Nissan Maxima Security Information
Constant 12V+ White Ignition Switch Harness
Starter Black/Yellow Ignition Switch Harness
Ignition Black/White Ignition Switch Harness
Accessory Blue Ignition Switch Harness
Tach Blue Coil
Brake Switch Green/Black Brake Switch
Trunk Pin Red/Black (-) Trunk Light,Pin Switch or Driver's Kick
Parking Lights Green/White Light Switch
Hood Pin n/a
Factory Disarm n/a
Door Trigger Black/Red (-) Driver's Kick Panel
Door Lock n/a Add Actuator in Driver's Door
Door Unlock n/a Add Actuator in Driver's Door

thanks for the tips everyone

[turboast4]

Keith, can you post that info for the 2nd gens too?

[keith_u]

Originally Posted by turboast4

Keith, can you post that info for the 2nd gens too?

here you go

1985-88 Nissan Maxima Security Information
Constant 12V+ White/Black Ignition Switch Harness
Starter Black/Yellow Ignition Switch Harness
Ignition Black/White Ignition Switch Harness
Accessory Blue Ignition Switch Harness
Tach Blue Coil
Neutral Safety Wire Green/Orange Gear Select Switch
Brake Switch Green/Black Brake Switch
Trunk Release Red/Yellow (+) Switch
Trunk Pin Red/Blue (-) Trunk Light
Parking Lights Red/White Steering Column
Head Lamp Orange L And Orange/Black at Steering Column
Hood Pin n/a
Factory Disarm Light Blue (-) Driver's Kick Panel
Door Trigger Green/Orange (-) Driver's Kick Panel
Door Lock Orange/Red (-) Driver's Kick Panel w/Keypad on Driver's Door
Door Unlock Orange/Black (-) W/o Blue/Red Lock 5 wire White/Black (-)Unlock Driver's Door
Horn Wire Green/White (-) Steering Column
Windows Up LF=Yellow/Red, RF=Red/White, LR=Red/Blue, RR=Red/White
Windows Down LF=Green/White, RF=Red/Black, LR=Yellow/Black, RR=Yellow/Green

[turboast4]

Awesome, thanx.