83 380 SEL keyless entry/remote start install
 

I've read a ton of threads about installing keyless entrys but I still have questions. Imagine that! Is the actuator pump in the trunk of my 83? If the drivers door has a three wire connector for central locking, can't I just wire my keyless to that instead of going to the trunk? It would seem to be the easiest way, if indeed an 83 has all this - it's hard to tell on some of the links what year the person answering is talking about. One last thing - to wire the remote starter up - does anyone have a diagram or the color codes for the wires used (starter, ign. #1 etc.) Most of the info I find is for newer models or it doesen't say what year it is. Your help is appreciated! Thanks, Andy

The 1983 has no vacuum actuator in the driver's door, just the switch, so no matter what you do the remote lock will not open that door. You have to plumb in a 1985+ vacuum actuator/switch or add an electric actuator to trip the lock and the switch (the easiest way ;)).