Auto Mate 4214A User manual

OWNER’S GUIDE
MODEL
4214A
4114A
Since its inception, Directed has had one
purpose, to provide consumers with the
finest vehicle security and car stereo prod-
ucts and accessories available. The recipient
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in the field of advanced electronic technol-
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Quality Directed products are sold and ser-
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Vehicle Remote Start System
G4214A 2012-06
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Congratulations
Congratulations on the purchase of your state-of-the-art remote start and
keyless entry system. Reading this Owner’s Guide prior to using your
system will help maximize the use of your system and its many features.
For more information please visit the following website:
http://www.automatecarsecurity.com – For general and addi-
tional guide information.
For any additional questions please contact your authorized Directed
dealer or contact Directed at 1-800-753-0600. (U.S. only). Additional
support is also available at: http://support.directed.com.
What you get
Welcome to the best generation of keyless entry with remote start. Your
system contains everything you need.
• 1- button 2- way
and /or 1- button 1- way remote controls
• Owners Guide
• Your warranty card

Important Information
Government Regulations and Safety Information
Read the "Government Regulations" and "Warning! Safety
First" sections of this manual prior to operating this system.
Warning! Failure to heed this information can result in
death, personal injury or property damage and may also
result in the illegal use of the system beyond its intended
purpose.
Your Warranty
Your system comes with a warranty. Make sure that you receive the
warranty registration card and proof of purchase from your dealer,
indicating the product was installed by an authorized Directed dealer.
Please validate it online at www.prodregister.com/automate complete
and return the warranty registration card.
Replacement remote controls
If additional remote controls for 2 way (P/N 7213A) or 1-way
(P/N 7113A) are desired, please see your authorized dealer or visit
us at www.directedstore.com to order.

Contents
Using Your System ...........................................................................................4
Commands At a Glance ............................................................................4
Start Engine .............................................................................................4
Unlock Doors ...........................................................................................4
Stop Engine .............................................................................................5
Car Finder ...............................................................................................5
Using Remote Start............................................................................................6
Key Takeover............................................................................................6
Safety Features.........................................................................................7
Pit Stop and Turbo Timer Modes .................................................................7
Manual Transmission Vehicles ....................................................................8
Remote Start Faults....................................................................................9
Optional Rear Defogger ............................................................................9
Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry.......................................................................10
Disabling the Remote Start System ............................................................10
Rapid Resume Logic .......................................................................................10
Control Center................................................................................................10
Remote Pairing ...............................................................................................11
Programming Options......................................................................................12
Glossary of Terms............................................................................................13
Battery Information..........................................................................................14
Battery Disposal .....................................................................................14
Government Regulations ..................................................................................16
Limited lifetime consumer warranty ....................................................................19

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Using Your System
Commands At a Glance
System State Press/Release Press/Hold
for 3 sec.
ENGINE OFF START ENGINE CAR FINDER
ENGINE ON UNLOCK DOORS STOP ENGINE
Note: If a feature cannot be activated when performing a command
with the 2-way remote control, a fault tone plays as an alert.
Start Engine
When the engine is OFF, press and release the remote control button
to start the engine.
See "Using Remote Start" on page 6 for more feature details.
Unlock Doors
When the engine is ON with remote start, press and release the re-
mote control button. The doors unlock, the parking lights flash, the horn
sounds (if connected) as confirmation. The 7213A (2-way) remote con-
trol emits tones.
Note: Horn honk may be an optional feature that requires additional
parts and labor.

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Stop Engine
When the engine is ON with remote start, press and hold the remote
control button until the transmit LED flashes fast. The engine stops run-
ning and the parking lights turn off. The 7213A (2-way) remote control
emits tones.
Car Finder
When the engine is OFF, press and hold the remote control button for
three seconds. The horn sounds once and the parking lights flash ten
times. The 7213A (2-way) remote control emits a single tone.

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Using Remote Start
Important! (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the
vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle
with the key in the ignition.
Starting the Engine:
1. Press and release the remote control button.
2. The engine will START and the parking lights will turn on. The
7213A (2-way) remote will also emit tones.
3. The parking lights stay on as visual confirmation while the engine
is ON. The default runtime is 12 minutes and can be shortened
or extended by the installer.
If a remote start configuration issue prevents the engine from start-
ing, the parking lights flash a remote start fault report to identify
the fault. See "" on page 9.
If you wish to warm or cool the vehicle interior set the climate controls
to the desired temperature prior to starting.
Key Takeover
When you are ready to drive the vehicle:
1. Unlock the doors.
2. Enter the vehicle. Do not step on the foot brake.
3. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the run (not start) posi-
tion.
4. Step on the foot brake. The remote start is disabled and the park-
ing lights turn off.
5. Begin driving

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Note Some Push-to-start vehicles do not offer the key takeover
function, instead the vehicle shuts down when the vehicle
door is opened and the car needs to be started as normal.
Safety Features
The following safety features will disable the remote start when acti-
vated or not allow the engine to start if not properly set before starting.
• Foot Brake is depressed
• Hood is open
• Shut down toggle switch is OFF
• Engine over-rev protection (Tachometer mode only)
• MTS mode is not enabled correctly
Pit Stop and Turbo Timer Modes
This remote start can keep the engine running during short trips away
from the vehicle or to cool down turbo timers.
Enabling Pit Stop mode:
1. Park in a well ventilated area.
2. With the engine running set the parking brake and release the
foot brake.
3. Press and release the remote control button, the parking lights turn
on as confirmation.
4. Turn off the ignition and remove the key, the engine continues
running.
5. Exit the vehicle, the engine runs for the programmed runtime.
Enabling Turbo Timer mode *:
Follow the same procedure above, however, in step 3, instead of press-
ing the remote control button, press and release the dash mounted

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activation button* to enable Turbo Timer mode. The engine continues
running for the shorter Turbo Mode runtime.
* Turbo Timer mode must be turned on and an optional activation but-
ton also installed by an authorized dealer.
Note: For Manual Transmission vehicles see "Manual Transmission Ve-
hicles" on page 8.
Manual Transmission Vehicles
Manual Transmission Mode (MTS), Pit Stop mode, Turbo Timer Mode
Enabling MTS mode
1. Park in a well ventilated area with all the doors closed.
2. With the engine running, press the foot brake and set the parking
brake.
3. Release the foot brake.
4. Press and release the remote control button, the parking lights flash
quickly five times as confirmation.
5. Turn off the ignition and remove the key, the engine continues
running.
6. Exit the vehicle.
7. When the doors are closed, the engine stops running, MTS mode
is enabled.
Note: If enabling MTS mode has failed, the parking lights flash slowly
5 times, return to step 1 and repeat procedure.
Enabling Pit Stop mode:
Follow the previous Enabling MTS mode procedure, however, open a
door prior to step 4. The engine continues running for the programmed
runtime after the doors are closed.

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Enabling Turbo Timer mode*:
Follow the previous Enabling MTS mode procedure, however, open a
door prior to Step 4 then, press and release the dash mounted activa-
tion button*. The engine continues running for the shorter Turbo Mode
runtime after the doors are closed.
* Turbo Timer mode must be turned on and an optional activation but-
ton also installed by an authorized dealer.
Optional Rear Defogger
If connected, the Defogger circuit automatically activates 10 seconds
after remote starting the vehicle if the temperature is below 55°F.
Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry
This system includes an anti-grind circuit (optional relay is required) that
can prevent damage to the starter motor if the key is turned to the start
position while the engine is ON.
Note: Anti-grind circuitry only works when the remote start system is
operating the motor and the optional relay is installed.
Disabling the Remote Start System
When the Shutdown Switch is set to the OFF position, remote engine
starting is defeated. DO this when the vehicle is being serviced or
driven by someone unfamiliar with remote start system operations.
Location Of Shutdown Switch: _________________________