Audiovox Prestige APS-55TWT User manual

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Kit Contents
(1) Control Module
(1) 3 Button High Frequency Transmitters
(1) 5 Button Two Way LED Based Transceiver
(1) On Glass Mount Superheterodyne Transceiver
(1) Multi Pin Input/Output Harness
(1) Six Pin Power Harness
(1) Diesel Wait To Start Input
(1) Auxiliary 4 Pin Output Harness
(1) 2 Pin Door Lock Harness
(2) 30 Amp In-line Fuse Holders With Fuses
(1) Control Switch
(1) Plug In Push-Button Programming Switch
(1) Ring Terminal
(4) 1/2" Long Screws
(1) Pin Switch
(1) Remote Start Warning Label
(1) Literature Package
Model APS-55TWT
Installation Manual
3 Channel Remote Start / Keyless Entry System
Installation Instructions
This Unit Is Intended For Installation In Vehicles With
12 Volt Negative Ground Electrical Systems,
Gasoline or Diesel With True Tach Reference
And Automatic Transmissions Only.
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This Remote Start/Keyless Entry System is designed for use with Automatic Transmission Vehicles Only! The
unit provides wait to start input for glow plug pre-heat which will be used for all diesel applications. If this wire is
notconnected,thentheunitwillremainintheGasolinemodesetting,whichwillcrankthecarwhentheRFsignal
is received with no delay. Regardless of the vehicle, Gasoline or Diesel, for every installation, the vehicleMUST
HAVE a Tach Signal Input, and an Automatic Transmission.
INSTALLATION OF THE MAJOR COMPONENTS:
CONTROL MODULE:
Selecta mountinglocation insidethe passengercompartment (upbehind thedashboard). The mountinglocation
selectedmustbewithin24"oftheignitionswitchwiringharnesstoallowconnectionofthe6pinmainwiringharness.
Becertainthat thechosenlocationwillnotinterfere withproperoperationofthevehicle. Avoid mountingthemodule
to or routing the wiring around the steering shaft/column, as the module or wiring may wrap around or block the
steeringwheelpreventingpropercontrolofthevehicle. Securethemoduleinthechosenlocationusingcabletiesor
screws as necessary.
NOTE: Do Not Mount The Module In The Engine Compartment, as it is not waterproof.
HOOD PIN SWITCH:
The hood pin switch included in this package is required for the safety shut down of the remote start unit. If the
vehicle is being worked on, this hood switch prevents the remote start activation even if the RF command to start is
issued. ThishoodpinswitchMUSTbeinstalled in all applications. Failure to installthehoodpinswitchmayresult
inpersonalinjuryor property damage. Mount thehoodpinswitch in an areaunderthehood that is away fromwater
drainpaths. Ifnecessary, the included bracketsmaybe used tomovethe hood pin switchawayfrom rain gutters or
allow mounting to the firewall behind the hood seal. In either case the hood pin switch must be set up to allow the
hood to depress the switch at least 1/4" when the hood is closed and fully extended when the hood is opened. For
direct mounting, a 1/4" hole must be drilled. Carefully check behind the chosen location to insure the drill will not
penetrate any existing factory wiring or fluid lines. Drill a 1/4" hole in the desired location and thread the hood pin
switchintoitusinga7/16"nutdriverordeepwellsocket.Ifusingthemountingbracket,firstsecurethebrackettothe
desired location and secure the hood pin switch in the pre-threaded mounting bracket hole.
PROGRAM SWITCH:
Select a mounting location that is within reach of the ignition switch, as the program switch in combination with the
ignition switch will be used to program the selectable features of the system. It is suggested that the switch be
mounted to the lower dash panel in the driver's area. Inspect behind the chosen location to insure that adequate
clearance is allowed for the body of the switch, and also that the drill will not penetrate any existing factory wiring or
fluid lines. Drill a 9/32" hole in the desired location and mount the switch by passing it through the panel from the
underside. Secure the switch using the nut, star washer. Route the switch wires toward the control module.
CONTROL SWITCH:
Select a mounting location known and accessible to the operator of the vehicle. A lower dash panel, kick panel, or
gloveboxisdesirable. Inspectbehindthechosenlocationtoinsurethatadequateclearanceisallowedforthebodyof
the switch, and also that the drill will not penetrate any existing factory wiring or fluid lines.
Drill a 1/4" hole in the desired location and mount the switch by passing it through the panel from the underside.
Secure the switch using the nut, star washer, and on/off faceplate. It is suggested that the switch be orientated to
allow the on position to be up toward the driver and the off position to be down or away from the driver. Route the
switch wires toward the control module. Place the RED rubber boot, included in the kit, over the switch handle to
differentiate this switch from the program switch.
This system is to be used in vehicles withAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS only! Althoughthis combination Keyless
Entry/Remote Start unit is a sophisticated system with many advanced features, IT MUST NOT be installed into a
vehicle with a manually operated transmission. Doingsomayresultin serious personalinjuryandpropertydamage.
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THE TRANSCEIVER/ANTENNA ASSEMBLY:
The Superheterodyne Transceiver Antenna Assembly provided with this unit allows routing from below the dash-
board for maximum operating range. Choose a location above the belt line (dashboard) of the vehicle for best
reception. Special considerations must be made for windshield glass as some newer vehicles utilize a metallic
shielded window glass that will inhibit or restrict RF reception. In these vehicles, route the antenna toward a rear
window location for best reception. Secure the antenna with double stick tape provided. After securing the antenna
with tape, we advise also securing a section of the antenna cable to a fixed support. This will prevent the antenna
from dropping down in case the double stick tape is exposed to extreme heat, which may loosen its gummed
surface. Route the 4 pin connector toward the control module using caution not to pinch the cable as this will cause
poor or no RF reception to the control module. IMPORTANT!
DO NOT PLUG THE SIX PIN MAIN POWER HARNESS OR THE MULTI PIN INPUT / OUTPUT HARNESS INTO THE
CONTROLMODULE UNTIL ALL CONNECTIONS TOTHE VEHICLE HAVE BEEN MADE. AFTERSELECTING YOUR
TARGET WIRES AS DEFINED BELOW, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE FROM THE VEHICLE BAT-
TERY PRIOR TO MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS.
WIRING THE 6 PIN MAIN POWER HARNESS:
RED w/ WHITE TRACE WIRE: + 12 volt Battery 1 Source
Connectthiswiretoa+12VDCconstantsourcefoundatthevehicle'signitionswitchusingthe30Ampfuseandholder
provided. Thiswireprovidespowerforthecontrol circuit as wellastheignition1andignition2relays.
RED WIRE: + 12 Volt Battery 2 Source
Connectthiswiretoa+12VDCconstantsourcefoundatthevehicle'signitionswitchusingthe30Ampfuseandholder
provided, but NOT the same vehicle wire as used by the battery 1 source. Most vehicles have more than one battery
sourcesupplyingpowertotheignitionswitch. SeparatefeedwiresmustbeusedfortheRedandRed/Whitewires. If
yourvehicle does not have twobattery feed wires at theignition switch then it is possible toconnect both wires to the
vehicle's battery. This wire provides power for the start relay and the accessory relay.
IMPORTANT!
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSTALLING TECHNICIAN TO DETERMINE THE LOAD FACTOR OF THE
VEHICLES ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING AND TO ADEQUATELYFUSE THE TWO
POWER WIRES BASED ONTHATLOAD. IFTHEVEHICLE,RUNNING UNDER LOADWITHTHEAIRCONDITIONER,
HEATER BLOWER MOTOR, AND ACCESSORIES EXCEEDS 24 AMPS CONTINUOUS, WE RECOMMEND THAT
TWOFUSES BE USED IN COMBINATIONONEACH POWER WIRE AS SHOWN BELOW. FORADDITIONAL INFORMA-
TION SEE TECH UPDATE ISSUED 9/30/96.
YELLOW WIRE: Starter Output
Careful consideration for the connection of this wire must be made to prevent the vehicle from starting while in
gear. Understanding the difference between a mechanical and an electrical Neutral Start Switch will allow you
to properly identify the circuit and select the correct installation method. In addition you will realize why the
connection of the safety wire is required for all mechanical switch configurations.
Failuretomakethisconnectionproperlycanresultinpersonalinjuryandpropertydamage. Inallinstallationsitisthe
responsibility of the installing technician to test the remote start unit and assure that the vehicle cannot start via RF
control in any gear selection other than park or neutral.
In both mechanical and electrical neutral start switch configurations, the connection of the Yellow wire will be made
to the low current start solenoid wire of the ignition switch harness. This wire will have +12 volts when the ignition
switch is turned to the start (crank) position only. This wire will have 0 volts in all other ignition switch positions.
NOTE: Thiswiremust beconnectedtothevehicle sideofthestartercut relay(whenused). Fortheelectrical neutral
switch configuration, this connection must be made between the starter inhibit relay, (when used) and the
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Failure to connect this wire to the ignition switch side of the neutral safety switch can result in personal injury and
property damage.
SEE NEUTRAL START SAFETY TEST FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
BLUE WIRE: Ignition 1 Output
Connect this wire to the ignition 1 wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show +12 volts when the ignition key
isturnedtothetothe"ON"or"RUN"andthe"START"orCRANK"positionsandwillhave0voltswhenthekeyisturned
to the "OFF" and "ACCESSORY" positions.
For Diesel Applications, this wire must be connected to the ignition circuit that powers the glow plugs if the vehicle
requires glow plug pre-heating.
GREEN WIRE: Ignition 2 Output
Connect this wire to the ignition 2 wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show + 12 volts when the ignition key
is turned to the "ON" or "RUN" position and is some cases the "START" or CRANK" position. This wire will show 0
volts when the key is turned to the "OFF" and "ACCESSORY" positions.
NOTE: See programming information concerning this wire to allow output during the "START" mode.
VIOLET WIRE:Accessory Output
Connect this wire to the Accessory wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show + 12 volts when the ignition
switch is turned to the "ACCESSORY" or "ON" and "RUN" positions and will show 0 volts when the key is turned to
the "OFF" and "START" or "CRANK" positions.
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WIRING CONNECTIONS: 12 Pin Input / Output Harness
Black Wire: Chassis Ground Source
Connect the Black wire to a known vehicle ground source or to a solid clean metal part of the chassis. Be certain to
remove any paint or grease and secure this wire with a self-tapping screw and ring terminal.
BLACK w/WHITE TRACER WIRE:Control Switch
The Black w/ White tracer wire provides ON-OFF control of the Remote Starter.
WhentheBlackw/Whitewireisswitchedtoafulltime ground, the Remote Start Module is operative.WhentheBlack
w/ White wire is at open circuit through the control switch, the remote starter is disabled.
ConnecttheBlackw/Whitetracerwiretooneofthewiresfromthebackofthepreviouslymountedcontrolswitch.Connect
the remaining wire of the control switch to chassis ground. Always try to mount the switch so that the ON position is
in an upward or toward the driver direction.
GRAY WIRE: Negative Inhibit Input 1
ConnecttheGRAYwiretothepreviouslymountedhoodpinswitchprovided. Thiswirewillberoutedthroughthefirewall
intotheengine compartment. It is necessarytouse an existing grommetwhenpassingwires through the firewallto
preventshortcircuiting.Thisisanimportantsafetyfeatureof theSystem,failuretousethisfeaturecanresultinserious
injury. Route the wire to the pin switch and connect it using the bullet connector provided.
GRAY w/ BLACK TRACER WIRE: Negative Inhibit Input 2
Anytimethegrayw/blacktracerwireisgrounded,theRemoteStarterwillstopoperating,evenifthesignalisreceived
from the transmitter.
If the brake light switch in the vehicle switches ground to the brake light circuit, connect the Gray w/ Black trace wire
to the output of the brake light switch. If the brake light switch in the vehicle switches +12 Volts, do not use the Gray
w/ Black wire; see Brown w/ Black tracer wire.
BROWN WIRE: Positive Inhibit Input 1
Any time + 12 Volts is applied to the Brown wire, the Remote Starter will stop operating, even if the signal is received
from the transmitter.
Ifthevehiclehasafactoryinstalledhoodpinswitchandthatswitchprovides+12Voltstoanunderhoodlight,theBrown
wire can be connected to the existing pin switch.
BROWN w/ BLACK Tracer Wire: Positive Inhibit Input 2
Anytime+12VoltsisappliedtotheBrownw/Blacktracerwire,theRemoteStarterwillstopoperating,evenifthesignal
isreceivedfromthetransmitter.Ifthebrakelightswitchinthevehicleswitches+12Voltstothebrakelightcircuit,connect
theBrownw/Blacktracewiretotheoutputofthebrakelightswitch.Ifthebrakelightswitchinthevehicleswitchesground,
do not use the Brown w/ Black wire; see Gray w/ Black tracer wire.
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Brake Switch Positive Shutdown Detail
YELLOW w/ BLACK Tracer Wire: + 12 Volt Alarm By - Pass Output
NOTE: You must disconnect the ignition input of the alarm from any other wire that it is presently connected to
in the vehicle.
Thiswireprovidesa+ 12 Volt output when theignitionkeyisturned to the “ON” position,and0Voltswhenthe ignition
key is “OFF” and when the vehicle is running under the control of the remote starter.
This wire should be connected to the ignition input of the alarm system.
The Yellow w/ Black wire output will allow you to remote start the vehicle while leaving the alarm armed, and to lock/
unlock the doors while running under control of the remote start unit.
(2) WHITE Wires: Parking Light Flasher
These wires are the COMMON and NORMALLY OPEN contacts of the on-board parking lamp relay.
If the vehicle's parking lights are a +12 volt switched system, connect (1) of the White wires to a fused (15A max.) +12
volt battery source, and connect the second White wire to the vehicle's parking light wire.
Ifthevehicle'sparkinglightsareachassisgroundswitchedsystem,connect(1)oftheWhitewirestoachassisground
source, and connect the second White wire to the vehicle's parking light wire.
LIGHT BLUE Wire: Ignition 3 / Shock Disable Output
This wire provides a 300mA ground output that becomes active 3 seconds before the Remote Start Unit initializes,
and remains grounded while running plus an additional 4 seconds after the Remote Start Unit turns off. In all of the
applicationsdescribedbelow, arelaywillberequired. TheLight Bluewirecanbeusedto accommodatethefollowing
situations:
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A. Shock Sensor By Pass:
If there is Shock Sensor used with an alarm system and it is not shunted during the Remote Start activation
period,then vibration from the runningvehicle can cause the alarmto trigger. In this case, connect the LightBlue
Wire to terminal #86 of a external relay. Connect terminal #85 of the relay to a fused + 12 volt battery source. Cut
theshocksensortriggerwireandconnectoneendofthecutwiretoterminal#30andtheotherendofthecutwire
toterminal#87a. Just before the RemoteStartunit is activated, therelaycontactswill open, preventing theshock
sensor's operation until the Remote Start unit shuts off.
B. Ignition 3 Output:
Somenewer vehicles use athird ignition wire, whichis required tostart and keep thevehicle's engine running. If
this is the case, connect the Light Blue wire to terminal #86 of an external relay. Connect terminal #30 & #85 to a
fused+12voltbatterysourcerated for a minimumof25Amp.Connectterminal#87tothethirdignitionwireinthe
vehicle.
C. GM VATS Key Override:
If the vehicle has the General Motors VATS system installed, you will need to bypass the system while the vehicle
is operating under the control of the Remote Start Unit. To Do This;
1. Measuretheresistanceofthe resistor pelletontheignitionkeythenselectaresistor within 5%ofthekey'svalue
from the resistor pack supplied.
2. Locate the pair of VATS wires in the vehicle, usually a pair of thin gauge wires running from the ignition switch to
the VATS control module.
NOTE: These wires are typically White w/ Black trace and Violet w/ Yellow trace, however in later model Cadillacs,
they are run through an orange sleeve, and are either both Black, both Yellow, or both White wires. Consult
the factory service manual for additional information.
3.ConnecttheLightBlueWirefromtheRemoteStartUnitto terminal #86 of an external relay. Connect terminal#85
of the relay to a fused + 12 volt battery source.
4.Cut(#1)wire (asshown),andconnecttheignition switchsideofthecutwireto terminal#87aoftherelay.Connect
theotherside of the(#1) wire to terminal#30.
5.Connectthepreviouslyselectedresistorfromterminal#87tothesecond(#2)wire(asshown).
NOTE: The above information and following diagram is for the GM VATS system only. For GM PASS LOCK System
you will require the Audiovox AS-PASS II Module.
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Green/Orange Wire: Tach Sensor Input
Thiswirewill continually monitor theenginetach rate whiletheunit is under powerofthe Remote Start module. This
wire will be routed to the vehicle ECM tach input or through the firewall into the engine compartment and connect to
the negative side of the ignition coil. This Remote Start unit learns the tach rate of the vehicle and in most cases will
operateproperlyfromonemulticoilpack regardless of the number ofcylinders.Ifthevehiclehasasingle coil unit for
eachcylinder, it maybe necessary toconnect this wireto more thanone cylinder forproper tach reference. See multi
coil wiring detail shown later in this manual for additional information.
Tachometer Input Wiring Detail
Green/Yellow Wire: Diesel Wait To Start Input
TheGreen/Yellowwirewillconnecttoadieselvehiclesglowplugwire. Whentheunitreceivesastartcommand,this
wiremustgoto+12thentogroundtoallowthe crank sequence to begin. When ignition #1 isactivatedbytheremote
startunit,theglowplugcircuitgetsenergized,(+12volts),whentheglowplugcircuitofthevehicledropsthe+12volts,
whicheffectivelygroundsthewaittostartinput,then500mSlaterthestarterwillengage. Thiswirecanalsobeconnected
totheGlowPlugBulbwireinthevehicleifthisbulbwiregets+12voltswhentheignitioncomesonanddropslowwhen
theglow plug circuitstemperature is reached. Besure to fusethe wire with a 1 Amp Fuse whenconnecting to ahigh
currentcircuitsuchasafactoryglowplugwire. Thefuseshouldbeinstalledasclosetothehighcurrentwireaspossible.
If you are installing this unit in a Gasoline vehicle, this wire is not used.
WIRING THE 4 PIN AUXILIARY OUTPUT HARNESS
The auxiliary 4 pin connector provides low current outputs to control various functions in the vehicle during
different stages of the Remote Start unit's operation. Understanding these outputs and the time in which they
occur will allow you to determine if they are needed for the particular vehicle you are working on as well as how
to use them.
Black w Blue Trace Wire: Pulsed Ground Output Before Start
The Black w/ Blue Trace wire will provide a 1 second 300 mA pulsed ground output 1.5 second before the
remote start unit activates as well as when the transmitter is used to disarm the system. Typical use for this
output would be to disarm a factory theft deterrent system to prevent false triggering of the factory alarm when
the remote start unit engages or when the transmitter is used to unlock the doors.
Black w/ Light Green Trace Wire: Pulsed Ground Output After Start
The Black w/ Light Green Trace wire will provide a 1 second 300mA pulsed ground output after the vehicle is
started under control of the remote start unit. Typically this wire will be used to re-lock the vehicle doors if the
doors unlock automatically when the factory anti-theft system is disarmed.
Black w/ Red Trace Wire: Pulsed Ground Output After Shutdown
The Black w/ Red Trace wire will provide a 1 second 300 mA pulsed ground output after the remote start unit
shuts down. This output will occur regardless of whether the circuit times out or is manually terminated.
Typically this output will be used to re-lock the vehicle doors if the doors unlock automatically when the ignition
circuit transitions to off.
Black w/ Yellow Trace Wire: Ground Output During Start (Crank)
The Black w/ Yellow Trace wire will provide a 300 mA ground output while the starter output of the remote start
unit is active. This output can be used to activate the Crank Low/Bulb Test wire found in some GM vehicles.
This wire is also referred to as the ECM wake up wire in some Chrysler vehicles.
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NOTE: The outputs above are low current outputs and must be used with a relay if the circuit's requirement is
more than 300 mA.
2 Pin Door Lock/Unlock Harness: (White Connector)
The Red & Green Door Lock/Unlock output wires provide either a pulsed ground or pulsed + 12 volts to control the
vehicle door lock / unlock circuits. The output of these wires has a maximum switching capability of 300mA. Many
vehiclestodayhavefactorydoorlockrelays whichcanbeconnecteddirectlytotheseoutputs,howeveralwaysconfirm
that the factory relays in your particular vehicle do not exceed the rated 300mA output of the units door lock/unlock
circuit.Plugthe 2pinconnectorofthedoor lock/unlockharnessintothematingconnector shellofthecontrolmodule.
Determine the door lock circuit of the vehicle you are working on and wire according to the diagrams shown.
3 Wire Ground Switched Door Lock Circuits:
Inthisapplication,theRedwireofthe2pinharnessprovidesagroundpulseduringthearmingsequence,orpulsed
groundlockoutput. Connectthe Redwiretothelowcurrent groundsignalwirefromthefactorydoor lockswitchtothe
factory door lock relay.
The Green wire of the 2 pin harness provides a ground pulse during the disarming sequence, or pulsed ground
unlockoutput. ConnecttheGreenwiretothelowcurrentgroundsignalwire from the factory door unlock switch tothe
factory door unlock relay. See Below For Wiring Detail.
3 Wire Ground Switched Door Lock/Unlock Wiring Detail
3 Wire Positive Switched Door Locks:
In this application, the Red wire of the two pin harness provides a + 12 volt pulse during the disarming sequence, or
pulsed 12 volt unlock output. Connect the Red wire to the low current 12 volt signal wire from the factory door unlock
switch to the factory door unlock relay.
The Green wire of the two pin harness provides a + 12 volt pulse during the arming sequence or pulsed 12 volt lock
output. Connect the Green wire to the low current 12 volt signal wire from the factory door lock switch to the factory
door lock relay. See Below For Wiring Detail.
3 Wire Positive Switched Door Lock/Unlock Wiring Detail
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Resistive Circuits, As Well As 4 Wire Polarity Reversal and 5 Wire Alternating 12 Volt
Door Lock Control Circuits
These applications require the use of additional components which may include relays, fixed resistors, or for
convenience, the AS 9159 Door Lock Interface. Refer to the AUDIOVOX Door Lock Wiring Supplement and or the
Audiovox fax back service for information on your particular vehicle for properly connecting to these types of circuits.
2 Pin Blue Connector : Push-Button Programming Switch
Routethegrayandblackwiresinthe2pinconnectorfromthepreviouslyinstalledprogrammingpush-buttonswitch
to the control module and plug it into the mating blue connector on the side of the module.
2 Pin White Auxiliary Output Connector : Low Current Trunk Release Output
This wire pulses to ground via an independent RF channel from the keychain transmitter. This is a transistor-
ized, low current output and should only be used to drive an external relay coil.
WARNING: Connecting this wire to the high current switched output of trunk release circuits will damage the
control module.
Connect this wire to terminal 86 of the AS - 9256 relay (or equivalent 30A automotive relay) and wire the
remaining relay contacts to perform the selected function of this output.
4 Pin Antenna/Receiver Connector: (White Connector)
Plug the previously routed three pin connector from the antenna transceiver assemble into the mating connec-
tor of the control module. This connector supplies 12 volts, ground and RF data from the antenna transceiver
to the remote start module. Be certain this connector is firmly seated making good contact to the control unit.
1. RF Programmable Features:
Feature Selection 1 Flash 2 Flash 3 Flash 4 Flash Default
1 Run Time 5 Min. 10 Min. 15 Min. 20 Min. 10 Min.
2 Ign. 2 During Crank Off On On
3 Light Output During Run Steady Flash Steady
4 Tach Mode NA Tach Tach
5 Voltage Level NA NA NA
6 Trouble Shooting Off On Off
7 Door Locks 1 Sec/1 Sec 3.5 Sec/3.5 Sec 1 Sec/Dbl 1 Sec 1 Sec/1 Sec
8 Crank Time 0.8Sec 1.0 Sec 1.5 Sec 2.0 Sec 1.0
9 Gas/Diesel Gas Diesel 10 Diesel 15 Diesel 20 Gas
To program these selectable features:
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
2. Press and release the program push-button switch 3 times.
3. Immediately turn the ignition key OFF, then back to ON.
4. Press and release the program push-button switch 2 times
5. Use Start button on the transmitter to advance to the feature that you want to change. EXAMPLE - If you need to
changeprogrammablefeaturenumber3,pressandreleasebutton2onthetransmitter3timesinsuccession. The
parking lights will flash 3 times confirming that selected feature 3 can now be programmed.
7. Use Lock button on the transmitter to change the selection of the programmable feature. If you are not sure what
thesetting forany feature is, press the lock button 1 one time, the parking lights will flash once ortwice indicating
the features setting.
NOTE: Once you enter the feature-programmingmode, do not allow morethat 15 seconds to passbetween steps,
or the programming will be terminated.
NOTE: If the Glow Plug sense wire, Green/Yellow is connected, this wire will have priority over the setting of feature
#9.
2. Programming Tach Rate:
NOTE: All applications require that tach be programmed.
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firstprogrammingtach, the unit willflashthe parking lights 7timesindicatingtach has not beenlearnedand stored.
If the tach rate is not properly programmed to the specific vehicle, the unit may not realize that the vehicle is running
in certain instances and could re-engage the starter motor.
TheRemoteCarStarterwilllearnthetachrateofmostvehiclessingleignitioncoils,multiplecoilpacks,andorsingle
injector. To learn tach;
1. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
2. Press and release the program push-button switch 3 times.
3. Immediately turn the ignition key OFF.
4. Hold the program push-button switch ON, then start the vehicleusing the ignition key.
5. When the unit senses the tach signal, the parking lights will begin to flash.
6. Releasetheprogrampush-buttonswitch. Theparkinglightswillturnonfor3secondstoindicatethatthetachsignal
is stored and the unit is now out of the program mode.
3. Diagnostics:
1. Be sure that programmable feature number #6 is set to the "Diagnostics On" mode.
2. Press and hold the program push-button switch on, then turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
3. Thelightswillflashandthenumberofflasheswillindicatethereasonforshutdownonthelastremotestartattempt.
The indications are as follows.
1 Flash 5, 10, 15, or 20, minute run timer expired.
2 Flashes Low or No tach signal received.
3 Flashes Positive or Negative input shut down.
4 Flashes Control switch was moved to "Off" position.
5 Flashes RF Shutdown command received.
6 Flashes High RPM signal over speed shut down.
7 Flashes Tach has NOT learned.
Multi Coil Pack Adapter: (Optional)
Themulticoilpackadapter,(P/N136B1400), isdesignedforusewithvehiclesthatdonotrespondtosinglecoiltach
programming. Althoughthetachresolution ofthiscircuitisdesignedtointerface directwithmostvehicles,theremay
be an occasion where the following circuit may be required.
To use the adapter, the Green/Black wires must connect to the negative side of the ignition coil(s).
1. For vehicles utilizing independent coils per cylinder, connect the three Green/Black leads to alternate coils. To
achieveoptimumperformance thecoilsignalsmustbe evenlydistributed. Thisisaccomplishedby firstmapping
out the firing order of the engine in groups of as indicated below. Draw a circle around any of the columns. The
Green/Black wires should be connected to the negative (-) terminal of the respective cylinder number which
appears in any of the circles.
2. For vehicles utilizing 2 cylinder firing per coil pack, connect Green/Black to the tach side of each coil pack. For 8
cylinder, four coil systems, connect to any of the three coils.
3. Connectthe Yellow wire to a+12 volt ignition 1 source. Thiswire will have +12 volts with theignition in the on and
start position and have 0 volts with the ignition in the off position.
4. Connect the Green wire to the tach input of the Audiovox remote start unit.
TESTING YOUR INSTALLATION:
WARNING!! The following procedure must be performed after the installation of an Audiovox Remote Start
Device. It is the responsibility of the installing technician to complete these tests. Failure to test the unit in the
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HOOD PIN SAFETY SHUT DOWN:
The intention of the hood pin safety shut down is to prevent the Remote Start unit from being activated while a
mechanic or vehicle owner is performing normal routine vehicle maintenance.
To test the integrity of this circuit:
1. With the driver's window in the down position, start the vehicle using the RF transmitter.
2. Reach inside the car and pull the hood release.
3. Raise the hood and confirm that the remote start unit shuts down.
If the unit fails this test, recheck your pin switch connection to the Gray/Black wire of the Audiovox Remote Start Unit.
WARNING!!
DO NOT RELEASE THIS VEHICLE TO THE CONSUMER UNTIL YOU CONFIRM THE
OPERATION OF THE HOOD PIN SAFETY SHUT DOWN FEATURE.
MANUAL SHUT DOWN / ENABLE CIRCUIT:
Theintent of themanual shut down/ enable circuitis to allowthe vehicle operatorto prevent operation of the Remote
Start Unit regardless of the RF transmitter operation.
To test the integrity of the manual shut down / enable circuit:
1. Place the control switch in the on (Closed To Ground) position.
2. Start the vehicle using the RF transmitter.
3. The vehicle should start and run under the control of the remote start unit.
4. Move the switch to the off (Open From Ground) position, the vehicle should shut off.
Iftheunitfailsthis test, recheckyourenableswitchconnectiontotheGroundand the Black/WhitewireoftheAudiovox
Remote Start Unit. If you have a plug in enable switch, check that the 2 pin connector is firmly seated in the mating
connector on the control module. WARNING!!
DO NOT RELEASE THIS VEHICLE TO THE CONSUMER UNTIL YOU CONFIRM THE
OPERATION OF THE MANUAL SHUT DOWN / ENABLE FEATURE.
NEUTRAL START SAFETY TEST:
The intent of the neutral start switch is to prevent the vehicle from starting while the gear selector is in any position
other than Park, or Neutral. When installing a Remote Start Device, it is imperative that the Yellow Starter wire be
connected to the ignition switch side of the Neutral Start Switch. Consideration for the placement of a starter inhibit
relay is important as well, and should be connected to the ignition switch side of the Yellow Start Wire.
To test the integrity of the Neutral Start Safety Circuit:
1. Set the vehicle parking brake.
2. Block the drive wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
3. Temporarily disconnect the Brown/Black positive shut down wire from the vehicle's brake switch.
4. Sitting in the vehicle, start the engine using the vehicle's ignition key.
5. Step on the brake pedal and shift the gear selector into reverse.
6. Allow the transmission to shift. When you feel the engine pull, do not move the gear selector just turn the ignition
switch off. DO NOT attempt to remove the key.
7. Keeping the brake pedal depressed, activate the RF transmitter in an attempt to start the vehicle. The car should
not start.
8. Repeat the above test this time move the gear selector to the drive position. If the unit attempts to start, failing this
test,recheckyour Yellow Wire'sconnection. This wire mustbe connected to theignition switch side ofthe Neutral
StartSwitch. IfthevehicleyouareworkingondoesnothaveanElectricalNeutralSafetySwitch,itwillbenecessary
toreconfiguretheRemoteStartsWiring toaccommodatethisvehicle.TheinformationconcerningtheMechanical
Neutral Safety Switch provided below will help you to determine if the vehicle you are working on has this type of
safety switch and will provide alternate wiring methods to accommodate this situation.
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WARNING!!
REMEMBER TO RECONNECT THE BROWN/BLACK WIRE TEMPORARILY
DISCONNECTED IN STEP 3.
DO NOT RELEASE THIS VEHICLE TO THE CONSUMER UNTIL YOU CONFIRM THE OPERATION OF
THE NEUTRAL SAFETY START FEATURE.
MECHANICAL NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH CONSIDERATIONS:
Mechanical neutral safety switch configurations differ slightly in that they do not offer the same level of safety when installing a
remotestartdevice. Oftenwhentheignitionswitch is turned off while the gear selector is in any positionotherthanparkorneutral,
the mechanical function will not allow the key to be turned to the start position or be removed from the ignition cylinder. This
configuration prevents mechanical operation while the vehicle is in gear but offers no consideration for electrical operation.
Because of this potential problem, this installation requires the additional connection of a safety wire from the remote start device to
the vehicle Park/Neutral ECM Input or the vehicle key in sensor. This connection will prevent remote start operation if the key is left
in the ignition switch regardless of the gear selector position.
PARK / NEUTRAL ECM INPUT:
ThePark/NeutralECMinputis the preferred method of installation. This not only maintains the integrity ofthefactorycircuit,itisalso
the easiest to install, providing the vehicle you are working on has this ECM input.
The installation required for this application (shown below), indicates the slight reconfiguration of the control switch wiring and the
addition of a 4000 series diode. Shown is a typical GM Park/Neutral ECM input circuit. To connect the Audiovox remote start unit to
the GM Park / Neutral ECM input:
1. Locate the Orange / Black reference wire in the "C2" connector found at the ECM in GM B Body vehicles or, locatetheequivalent
reference wire in the vehicle you are installing the Audiovox Remote Start Unit in.
2. Connect the Cathode, (Striped) end, of a 4000 series diode to this reference wire.
3. Connect the Anode, (Non Striped) end, of the diode to one side of the Remote Start enable switch.
4. Connect the other side of the enable switch to the Black/White enable input wire of the Remote Start unit.
Thereference diagrambelowshows atypicalGM BBodyECM referencewire andhowit istobe connectedtothe RemoteStart Unit.
KEY IN SENSOR CIRCUITS:
Ifthevehicleyou areworkingondoesnothaveoryou cannotlocatetheECMreferencewire,thereare twoalternatives
available. Although not preferred, the vehicle Key In Sensor may be reconfigured to allow a margin of safety and will
prevent the vehicle with a Mechanical Neutral Start Switch from starting in gear.
AUDIOVOX ADVISES THATYOU MAINTAIN THE FACTORYCIRCUIT WHENEVER POSSIBLE. The following two
circuits may be used only if the above circuit is not available.
NOTE: Whencompleting aninstallation usingeither ofthe followingkey in sensor circuits, if the operator inserts the
ignitionkeywhilethe vehicle is running underthecontrolofthe Remote Start, thevehiclewillshutdown. This
must be explained to the operator as it is in contrast to the normal operation of a vehicle utilizing an electrical
neutral start switch and is inconsistent with the operator's manual.
Additional information concerning Key In Sensor methods 1 & 2 are listed below and should be reviewed before
considering either alternative.
Method 1 willallow the safetyrequired forthe remote start unit andprevent the vehicle from startingwhile in any gear
other than Park or Neutral while the key is in the ignition cylinder. However, if the key is left in the ignition switch and
the door is left opened, the added relay will be energized causing a 150mA drain on the battery.
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Method 2 will allow thesafetyrequiredforthe remote start unitandpreventthevehicle from starting while inanygear
other than Park or Neutral while the key is in the ignition cylinder. However, the original factory key in chime module
will not alert the owner that the key has been left in the ignition switch. In addition, this may also effect other warning
tones such as the light on reminder.
Thesesituationsshouldbecarefullyconsideredbeforealteringthevehicle'swiringandmustbefullyexplainedtothe
consumer.
Circuits may be used only if the above circuit is not available.
To connect to the key in sensor as shown in method 1:
A. Locate the control wire that connects the drivers door pin switch to the key in sensor switch.
B. Cut this wire and connect the ignition cylinder side to chassis ground.
C. Locate the key in sensor switch wire that connects the chime module to the ignition cylinder .
D. Cut this wire and connect the ignition cylinder side to terminal #30 of a P&B VF45F11 or equivalent relay.
E.Connect the cathode(striped) side ofa 4002 seriesdiode to thissame wire, andconnect the (non striped) side to
the negative shut down safety wire (Gray / Black) of the Audiovox Remote Start Unit.
F. Connect terminal #86 of the relay to a fused +12 volt constant battery source.
G. Connect terminal #87 of the relay to the Chime Module side of the previously cut wire in step D.
H. Connect terminal #85 of the relay to the Drivers Door side of the pin switch wire previously cut in step B.
METHOD 1
NOTE: A second 4002 series diode may be required to maintain the integrity of the hood open, shut down circuit. If
this is the case, it must be installed as shown in the diagram above. The anode (Non Striped) side must be
connected to the Gray/Black wire of the Remote Start Unit. The cathode (Striped) side must be connected to
the hood pin switch. If the hood pin switch is also used for an alarm trigger input, be certain to use the dual
diode assembly packaged with the Audiovox Remote Start Unit as shown below.
METHOD 2
To connect to the key in sensor circuit as shown for method 2:
A. Locate the control wire that connects the drivers door pin switch to the key in sensor switch.
B. Cut this wire and connect the ignition cylinder side to chassis ground.
C. Locate the key in sensor switch wire that connects the chime module to the ignition cylinder .
D.Cutthiswireandconnecttheignitioncylindersideto the Remote Start Negative Safety Shut down Wire Gray/Black,
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NOTE: A second 4002 series diode may be required to maintain the integrity of the hood open, shut down circuit. If
thisis thecase, it must be installed as shown in the diagram above. The anode (Non Striped) side must be
connected to the Gray/Black wire of the Remote Start Unit. The cathode (Striped) side must be connected to
the hood pin switch. If the hood pin switch is also used for an alarm trigger input, be certain to use the dual
diode assembly packaged with the Audiovox Remote Start Unit as shown in this installation guide.
AFTER THE CONNECTION OF THE NEUTRAL START SAFETY WIRE AS INDICATED IN ANY OF THE PREVIOUS
ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS, THIS CIRCUIT MUST BE TESTED FOR OPERATION.
Retest by following the steps outlined in the NEUTRAL START SAFETY TEST shown in this manual.
4 Pin Upgrade Telematic Module:
Red = + 5 Volts, Black = Ground, White = Data TX, Yellow = Data RX
Ifused,connect the 4 pinharnessfrom the Telematiconeway module kit tothemating port on thecontrollingcircuit.
NOTE: If using the TWO WAY Telematic module, only Ground, TX, and RX are used on this port, the + 12 volt supply
for the two way module must be sourced separately or the unit will not operate.
COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION:
After you have confirmed the operation of the Audiovox Remote Start unit and tested all the safety features of the
system:
1. Ifyou have not doneso already, placethe red rubberhandle cover over thehandle of thecontrol switch foreaseof
identification. This will allow your customer to distinguish the Remote Start control switch from the program
switch.
2. Mountthecontrol moduleupandbehindthe dashsecuringitinplace withcabletiesorscrews. Be certainthatthe
chosen mounting location will not inhibit any of the controls of the vehicle.
3. Securely harness and tie all wiring up and away from all hot and moving parts that they may come in contact with
under the dash board or in the engine compartment areas.
CAUTION: Particularly avoid the area around the steering shaft and column, as wires can wrap around these
mechanismsandimpairthesafeoperationof thevehicle.
4. ApplytheCautionLabelssuppliedwiththiskittoaconspicuousareaintheenginecompartment. Makesuretoclean
thesurfacebeforeaffixing the label.
5. Checkthevehicle's wipers, lights, horn,etc....toinsure proper operation.
6. Replace all panels that were removed during installation, and retest the system.
7. Explain all activated features and safety systems associated with Remote Start Unit installed to the customer.
8. Place the Valet Switch Tag and or the Remote Start Control Switch Tag on their respective switches and
point these out to the customer.
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