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On a 96 ford explorer v8 5.0 what can you do to disconnect factory alarm besides the horn?

To disable the factory alarm on a 1996 Ford Explorer V8 5.0, follow these steps:

*1. Locate the alarm control module.*

- It is usually black and located under the driver's seat to the left of the gas pedal.

*2. Disconnect the battery.*

- This will prevent the alarm from sounding while you work.

*3. Remove the alarm control module.*

- There are two screws that hold it in place.

*4. Cut the red wire.*

- This is the wire that powers the horn.

*5. Cut the black wire.*

- This is the ground wire for the horn.

*6. Splice the red and black wires together.*

- This will disable the horn.

*7. Reconnect the battery.*

*8. Test the alarm.*

- The horn should no longer sound when the alarm is triggered.