Autostart AS-2510 TW User manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOTE STARTER
AS-2510 TW
User Guide
A note concerning the battery inside the transmitter:
Depending on the usage of the transmitter, the battery can last anywhere
between 3 to 6 months. When the battery is low, it the transmitter will emit two
beeps in a repetitive cycle. At that point you should replace your battery with a
new one. That is why we recommend that you keep a spare battery somewhere
handy such as the glove compartment.
DOC.1.00 – November 5, 2003 Gp CA Lp Manufactured in Canada by Autostart

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ................................... 2
Transmitter Part Number and Serial
Number of the Remote Car Starter
Module.................................................... 3
Introduction............................................. 3
Using the Remote Control ...................... 3
LCD Remote Functions .......................... 4
Basic Vehicle Operation ......................... 4
Alarm Clock ............................................ 4
Time Adjust Mode................................... 4
Countdown Timer ................................... 4
Parking Countdown ................................ 5
Melody Selection .................................... 5
Vibration Mode........................................ 5
Power Saving Mode................................ 5
Remote Control Finder ........................... 5
LCD Remote Operation .......................... 5
Basic Vehicle Operations........................ 5
Transmitter Mode Selection.................... 6
Alarm and Countdown Adjustments ....... 6
Cold Weather Mode................................ 6
Home ValetTM.......................................... 7
Timing Countdown Adjustment............... 7
Safe Start Mode...................................... 7
LCD Transmitter Operation and
Confirmations.......................................... 8
Vehicle Presets....................................... 8
Driving Off............................................... 9
Using the Remote Car Starter ................ 9
Arming the Starter Kill............................. 9
Idle Mode................................................ 9
Turbo Mode ............................................ 9
Valet Mode with the Valet Switch ......... 10
Ignition Valet......................................... 10
“Home ValetTM” Mode ........................... 10
Remote Valet Mode.............................. 11
Panic Mode........................................... 11
Quick LockoutTM.................................... 11
Cold Weather Mode.............................. 11
Advanced Features: Installation-
programmable Options ......................... 12
Remote Door Locks.............................. 12
Priority Door Access ............................. 12
Active or Passive Arming...................... 12
The Starter Kill and the Anti-grind Feature
.............................................................. 12
Horn Chirp Timing................................. 13
Flashing LED ........................................ 13
Safe Start.............................................. 13
Home Valet TM....................................... 13
Ignition-controlled Door Locks .............. 13
Ignition Re-lock..................................... 13
Secure Lock.......................................... 13
Turbo Mode .......................................... 13
Remote Trunk Release......................... 14
Engine Run Time.................................. 14
Multi-car Operation ............................... 14
Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range
.............................................................. 14

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Transmitter Part Number and Serial Number of the Remote
Car Starter Module
The boxes below contain information concerning your transmitter and Remote Car Starter.
We entered the part number of your transmitter for you. Should you need to order a new
transmitter, you will need to provide the transmitter part number which is printed below.
The second box contains the serial number of the Remote Car Starter. Please make sure that the
installer has entered the serial number in that box.
Transmitter Part Number:
ASTR-LCD-1
Companion Transmitter: ASTR-2144
The installer must use the space below to write the serial number of the Remote Car Starter and
the location of the valet switch (if installed):
Serial Number of the Remote Car Starter:
Location of the Valet Switch (if installed):
Introduction
This is a state-of-the-art remote car starter system. The system is packed with advanced features
such as priority access to the driver’s door (commodity features) and the Safe Start children safety
feature.
This Remote Car Starter features two-way communication, enabling fully graphical command
confirmation.
With many an advanced function, this product will satisfy any one your expectations from high-end
commodity and security systems, without neglecting any standard feature commonly offered by
entry-level starters.
Using the Remote Control
Your Remote Car Starter is equipped with a 5-button multi-channel remote control. It can operate
two independent vehicles equipped with a Remote Car Starter (see Multi-Car Operation section,
later in this Guide, for second-car transmitter functions).
The functions of the transmitter are as follows:

LCD Remote Functions
The Transmitter offers several command-confirmation and timer features. This
section explains some of the key functions available on the Remote Control. Next
section gives a summary of the button combinations used to access the functions
(see LCD Remote Operation Tables).
Note:
If you wish to exit a function while still in the process of accessing it, simply stop and wait for at
least 10 seconds: the Remote Control will return to its normal state.
Basic Vehicle Operation
The vehicle can be remote-started and stopped using the START/STOP ( ) button. The
TRUNK ( ) button will open the Trunk (if this feature is installed on the vehicle). The LOCK
() and UNLOCK ( ) buttons will lock and unlock the Doors of the vehicle (if the Remote
Door Lock feature is installed on the vehicle) and arm or disarm the Starter Kill (if installed).
The FUNCTION ( ) button is used to access all advanced functions of the Remote Control.
(Refer to the LCD Operation and Confirmations tables.)
Alarm Clock
The LCD Remote Control has a built-in Alarm Clock which can be set up using the but-
ton. Use the and buttons to switch the Alarm Clock on and off (refer to the tables).
Time Adjust Mode
Use Time Adjust Mode to set the current time on your Remote Control using the button
(refer to the tables).
Countdown Timer
This feature allows set up a countdown of a duration entered by the user in hours and
minutes using the button (refer to the tables).
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Parking Countdown
This version of the Countdown feature is particularly useful for keeping track of parking
meter time: the user may quickly set up the countdown in slices of 10 or 30 minutes using
the and buttons (refer to the tables).
Melody Selection
The Remote Control allows the user to select which melodies are to be used upon the
following events: remote starting of the vehicle, the Alarm, ending of the countdown,
entering Cold Weather Mode. Melodies for these various events can be selected using the
button (refer to the tables).
Vibration Mode
Use this feature to replace audible signals with a vibration signal. Use the and
buttons to switch Vibration Mode ON and OFF (refer to the tables).
Power Saving Mode
When set to Power Saving Mode, the Remote Control will cease polling the Remote Starter
Module on a regular basis for status information. This will extend battery life. Use the
and buttons to switch Power Saving Mode ON and OFF (refer to the tables).
Remote Control Finder
This function allows the user to locate the Remote Control when it has been accidentally
dropped near the vehicle. Pressing the Valet Button and holding it down for 3 seconds (or
until the Parking Lights flash five times) will cause the Remote Control to start beeping for
one minute. The beeping will stop by itself after one minute, or it can be switched off by
pressing the Lock ( ) or the Unlock ( ) button on the Remote Control.
LCD Remote Operation
(First Car Control)
NOTE:
The following section explains the functions the Transmitter can provide. If you wish to exit
a function while you are accessing it, simply stop and wait at least 10 seconds, the
Transmitter will return to normal.
Basic Vehicle Operations
FUNCTION BUTTON PRESSED ICON BUZZER INSTRUCTIONS /DESCRIPTION
LOCK 1 Beep LOCK AND ARM THE STARTER
KILL
UNLOCK 2 Beep UNLOCK AND DISARM THE
STARTER KILL
TRUNK OR AUX 3 1 Beep TRUNK OUTPUT
START *
(See Runtime
Options below) +MELODY START THE ENGINE
STOP None MELODY STOP THE ENGINE
Light ON ON for 10 seconds Press once
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Transmitter Mode Selection
FUNCTION BUTTON PRESSED ICON BUZZER INSTRUCTIONS /DESCRIPTION
POWER-SAVING
MODE + (+)MELODY
Press UNLOCK first and
then press the Function
button and the Lock button
simultaneously.
VIBRATION MODE
PRESS AND HOLD
AND THEN PRESS VIBRATES 4X
ALARM CLOCK
MODE ON/OFF + MELODY
zPress once to have
ALARM CLOCK ON
zPress twice to have
ALARM CLOCK OFF
Alarm and Countdown Adjustments
On Press
Number FUNCTION BUTTON PRESSED ICON BUZZER INSTRUCTIONS /DESCRIPTION
1TIMING ADJUST MODE (HOUR)
Press and hold
for 5 sec
2 BEEPS
2TIMING ADJUST MODE (MIN) 2nd Press of
3ALARM CLOCK ADJUST MODE
(HOUR) 3rd press of
4ALARM CLOCK ADJUST MODE
(MIN) 4th press of
5ALARM CLOCK MUSIC OR
POWER ON MUSIC SELECTION 5th press of
5
SELECTIONS
1,2,3,4,5
6ALARM CLOCK ADJUST MODE
(ON/OFF) 6th press of /
7TIMING COUNT DOWN ADJUST
MODE (HOUR) 7th press of
8* TIMING COUNT DOWN ADJUST
MODE (MIN) 8th press of
9TIMING COUNT DOWN ENDING
MELODY SELECTION 1 9th press of
5
SELECTIONS
1,2,3,4,5
10 TIMING COUNT DOWN MODE
(ON/OFF) 10th press of /
11 START COMMAND
CONFIRMATION 11th press of
5
SELECTIONS
1,2,3,4,5
zpress for
upward adjustment
or choice ON mode.
zpress for
downward
adjustment or choice
OFF mode.
zTo cycle to the
next options
Cold Weather Mode
FUNCTION BUTTON PRESSED ICON BUZZER INSTRUCTIONS /DESCRIPTION
TO ENTER COLD
WEATHER MODE BEEP Press and hold for 3
seconds.
TO EXIT COLD
WEATHER MODE None None Press and hold for 3 seconds
TO ENTER COLD
WEATHER MODE
IN SAFE START
MODE
X 2 BEEP Press twice within 3 seconds.
Press and hold for 1 sec-BEEP-
then press and hold for 3sec.
TO EXIT COLD
WEATHER MODE
IN SAFE START
MODE
X 2 None None Press twice within 3 seconds.
Press and hold for 1 sec-BEEP-
then press and hold for 3sec.
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Home ValetTM
FUNCTION BY PRESSING ICON BUZZER INSTRUCTIONS / DESCRIPTION
TO ENTER HOME
VALET™ MODE
Step 1 : or
Step 2 : +
Simultaneously within 5 sec.
1 BEEP
Press or
Within 5 seconds,
press +:
the Transmitter will display
and you will hear 1 beep.
TO EXIT HOME
VALET ™ MODE NONE NONE NONE
INSERT KEY IN INGNITION
SWITCH AND TURN TO THE ON
POSITION. THE ICON WILL
DISAPPEAR.
T
(see “ON PRESS NUMBER” 8 of Alarm and Countdown Adjustment)
iming Countdown Adjustment
FUNCTION BY PRESSING ICON BUZZER INSTRUCTIONS /
DESCRIPTION
1st time MELODY 10 MIN PARKING COUNT
DOWN MODE
2nd time MELODY 20 MIN PARKING COUNT
DOWN MODE
3rd time MELODY 30 MIN PARKING COUNT
DOWN MODE
4th time MELODY 60 MIN PARKING COUNT
DOWN MODE
5th time MELODY 90 MIN PARKING COUNT
DOWN MODE
6th time MELODY 120 MIN PARKING COUNT
DOWN MODE
FOR PARKING
COUNT DOWN
PRESS AND HOLD
THEN PRESS
7th time MELODY PARKING COUNT DOWN OFF
MODE
Please NOTE:
Once the Countdown is activated it will continue counting down until reaching 0:00. If the Timer has not
reached 0:00 and you are starting the vehicle, you should reset your Countdown Timer to 0:00 before starting
your vehicle as to avoid being startled.
Safe Start Mode
FUNCTION BY PRESSING ICON BUZZER INSTRUCTIONS /
DESCRIPTION
START ON SAFE
START MODE X 2 +MELODY Press twice within 3 seconds.
Press for 1 sec-melody-then
press 1sec.
STOP ON SAFE
START MODE None MELODY
*Runtime Status (Indicational purpose only)
FUNCTION BY PRESSING ICON Gasoline Diesel
4 minutes 9 minutes
ENGINE RUNTIME 15 minutes 20 minutes
25 minutes 30 minutes
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LCD Transmitter Operation and Confirmations
(Second Car Control)
Basic Operations
FUNCTION BUTTON PRESS ICON BUZZER DESCRIPTION
LOCK + 1 Beep
UNLOCK + 2 Beep
START + + MELODY
STOP + None MELODY
TRUNK + +
TRUNK on vehicle
will pop up BEEP
Start/Stop While in Safe Start Mode
FUNCTION BUTTON PRESS ICON BUZZER DESCRIPTION
START ON
SAFE START
MODE + X 2 +
MELODY
Press + 
simultaneously twice within
3 seconds. Press for 1
sec- a BEEP will be heard-
then press 1sec and a
melody will be heard
again.
STOP ON SAFE
START MODE + None MELODY
Timing and Alarm Adjustment
To apply changes to the hours, minutes melody, etc. you must press and hold the Function button
for three (3) seconds after which the hour position will start to flash. To navigate through the
options, simply press the Function button until you reach the desired position.
Transmitter Finder
If the remote is misplaced, the user can locate it by calling it. In order to do so, press and hold the
Valet switch for three (3) seconds or until the Parking Lights flash five (5) times. The Transmitter
will start beeping. It will beep for a maximum of 60 seconds and then it will stop. If the user
retrieves the Transmitter before the 60 seconds are up, he can press the LOCK or UNLOCK button to
stop the beeping.
Remote-starting Your Vehicle
Press the START/STOP button for approx. 1 second, the icon “run” will flash for confirmation. The
icon will stop flashing when the key is inserted and turned to the “ON” position or when the entire
pre-programmed engine run time has elapsed.
If the vehicle doesn’t start the first time, the system will shut off, wait a few seconds and try to start
the engine again. It will make three start attempts before giving up.
If the vehicle does not start at the first attempt, the system will shut down, wait a few seconds and
try to start the engine again. There will be 3 start attempts before the system gives up.
Vehicle Presets
Heater & Heated Seat
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When leaving the vehicle it is recommended to preset the accessory controls in preparation for the
next remote start. Settings for the blower motor (fan), front and rear, as well as heated seats (if
equipped) should not be left on HIGH. It is recommended to leave the settings on LOW or MEDIUM
instead.

Windshield Wipers & Radio & Headlights
Certain vehicles require the radio and / or windshield wiper and / or headlight circuits to become
energized while running under remote start. When leaving the vehicle you must ensure that the
windshield wiper and headlight switches are OFF. Leaving the headlight switch ON on certain types
of vehicles could cause them to remain ON even after remote starter shut down, resulting in a dead
battery.
Driving Off
With the vehicle running under remote control, press the UNLOCK button to disarm and unlock the
doors. Enter the vehicle and do the following:
xTurn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position. (Do not turn the key to the CRANK
position while the engine is running. This would cause the starter motor to re-engage.)
xPress the brake pedal to disengage the remote starter unit.
You are now ready to drive off.
Using the Remote Car Starter
Arming the Starter Kill
The Starter Kill (if installed) can be configured by the installer so as to arm automatically (Passive
Mode) or not to arm automatically (Active Mode). See section Passive or active arming, later in
this guide, for more details on Passive Mode and Active Mode.
xTo disarm the Starter Kill, press the UNLOCK button on the transmitter.
The parking lights will flash twice.
If remote door locks are installed, this will also unlock the doors.
xTo arm the Starter Kill, press the LOCK button on the transmitter.
The parking lights will flash once.
If remote door locks are installed, this will also lock the doors.
xIn Passive Mode, the Starter Kill will automatically arm if the ignition key is not inserted
Into the ignition switch within 1 or 3 minutes after unlocking (the key sense feature
must be installed).
Idle Mode
Convenience feature: Idle Mode allows you to keep the engine running and the doors
locked while you stop, for example, at a convenience store or for a short delivery.
This feature allows you to let the remote starter take over control of the vehicle (i.e. no Key in the
Ignition Switch) while the engine is running. For example, if you stop for a delivery or at a conveni-
ence store, lock your vehicle and leave it running for the length of a run cycle while you are away.
To leave the vehicle in Idle Mode:
1. With the engine running, press the LOCK or UNLOCK button (to unlock the doors) or the
START button on the remote control until the parking lights come on.
2. Remove the key and exit the vehicle. The engine will go on running.
3. Lock the doors if needed.
The engine will go on running until the user re-enters the vehicle or until the expiration of the
Engine Run Time.
Caution!!! Do not leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle standing in Idle Mode.
Turbo Mode
If Turbo Mode is configured at installation, it will allow a turbocharger to idle down after the user
leaves the vehicle: the unit will take over the vehicle and keep it running for 60 seconds (or until it
is shut down by remote control), then shut down the engine.
Proceed as follows to set the system to Turbo Mode:
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1. With the engine already running, press the LOCK button on the transmitter until the
parking lights come ON.
2. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. The engine will go on running.
3. Exit the vehicle and close the door.
Press the TRUNK button to lock the doors; the engine will shut down after
60 seconds of Turbo Mode.
Valet Mode with the Valet Switch
When your vehicle is in Valet Mode, the remote starter functionalities are disabled. If the vehicle
needs to be serviced, or if you park it indoors, the Valet Mode will prevent the engine from being
remote-started accidentally.
To put the system i n t o Valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
2. Within 3 sec., press the valet button (the L.E.D. will come ON solid).
To take the system o u t o f Valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
2. Within 3 sec., press and release the valet button (the L.E.D. will come OUT).
Note: Once Valet Mode is activated, the remote starter and alarm functions will be disabled.
Ignition Valet
This feature will allow you to remotely put your system into Valet Mode by using the ignition key
instead of the Valet button as above. Ignition Valet can be used without a Valet button installed.
To put the system i n t o Valet Mode:
xInsert the ignition key into the ignition switch. Within 10 sec.,
turn the key 5 times successively into the IGNITION ON / RUN and OFF positions.
xThe parking lights will flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is now in Valet Mode.
The L.E.D. will come ON solid.
To take the system o u t o f Valet Mode:
xInsert the ignition key into the ignition switch. Within 10 sec.,
turn the key 5 times successively into the IGNITION ON / RUN and OFF positions.
xThe parking lights will flash twice to indicate that the vehicle is now in Valet Mode.
The L.E.D. will go out.
Note: With the Remote Valet activated, the remote starter and alarm functions will be disabled.
“Home ValetTM” Mode
If configured at installation, this feature will remotely set the vehicle to a no-remote-start mode: if
the vehicle is parked indoors there is no danger of it starting accidentally by remote control.
Note: Once the Home Valet Mode is activated, the vehicle will not start by remote.
To take the system i n t o Home Valet Mode:
xPress the LOCK + START buttons.
xWithin 3 seconds, press the START/STOP button until the Parking Lights go out
To take the system o u t o f Home Valet Mode:
xTurn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
The system will warn you if someone attempts to start your vehicle while it stands in Home Valet
Mode. The parking lights will:
xGo ON then OFF; then
xFlash twice, pause; then
xFlash twice again.

Remote Valet Mode
This feature will allow you to remotely put your system into Valet Mode by using the transmitter
instead of the Valet button as above.
Getting i n t o Valet Mode
xHold the UNLOCK and START/STOP buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.
xThe Parking Lights will flash 3 times.
The Transmitter will BEEP once and will display the icon; the LED will remain on solid.
Getting o u t of Valet Mode
xHold the UNLOCK and START/STOP buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.
xThe Parking Lights will flash 2 times.
The Transmitter will BEEP once and the icon will disappear; the LED will turn off.
Note:
With the Remote Valet activated, the remote starter function will be disabled.
Panic Mode
Note: Panic Mode can only be activated if the horn has been adequately configured by your
installer.
In an emergency situation, you can activate Panic Mode using the LOCK or UNLOCK button. This will:
xshut down the engine,
xunlock the doors (with the UNLOCK button)
xor lock the doors (with the LOCK button),
xdisarm the Starter Kill and
xactivate the horn for 30 sec.
Note: See the description of the Starter Kill option later in this Guide.
To activate Panic Mode:
xPress and hold the UNLOCK button for approximately 3 sec. until the sound signal starts
and the parking lights flash: this will unlock the doors before the sound signal starts.
xOr press and hold the LOCK button for approximately 3 seconds until the sound signal
starts and the parking lights flash: this will lock the doors before the sound signal starts.
Panic Mode will automatically shut down after 30 sec.
Note:To stop Panic Mode before the end of its delay, press the LOCK or UNLOCK button until
the sound signal stops.
Quick LockoutTM
For fast protection in emergency situations, the system will LOCK all doors when you press the
brake pedal while you hear the sound signal. (Quick Lockout is only available when Panic
Mode has been set off.)
Cold Weather Mode
When Cold Weather Mode is active, the engine starts every 2 hours and runs for 4 minutes (or for
9 or 20 minutes with diesel engines). Cold Weather Mode automatically ends after 24 hours.
To enter Cold Weather Mode:
xPress and hold the START/STOP button for 3 seconds
... until the parking lights flash three times.
To exit Cold Weather Mode, do any one of the following actions:
xOpen the hood.
xStart the engine by remote.
xTurn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
xPress and hold the START/STOP button for 3 sec. (the parking lights will flash once).
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When the vehicle exits Cold Weather Mode, the Parking Lights will flash once.
If Safe Start is enabled, you can activate Cold Weather Mode by
xPressing and releasing the START/STOP button, then
xPressing and holding the START/STOP button until the Parking Lights flash
3 times
To verify whether the system is in Cold Weather Mode:
xPress and release the brake pedal:
If the vehicle is in Cold Weather Mode, the parking lights will stay on while the pedal is
pressed.
Advanced Features: Installation-programmable Options
The Remote Car Starter was designed with flexibility and OEM integration in mind. With its
programmable options, this unit can single-handedly control nearly any electrical system in your
vehicle.
Caution:The programming of your system should be left to a professional. Changing any
one of the settings may affect the operation of your Remote Car Starter.
The installation-programmable options are as follows:
xRemote Door Locks
xPriority Door Access
xPassive or Active Arming
xStarter Kill / Anti-grind feature
xHorn Chirp Timing
xSafe Start
xHome Valet TM
xIgnition-controlled Door Locks
xIgnition Re-lock
xSecure Lock
xTurbo Mode
xRemote Trunk Release
xEngine Run Time
xMulti-car Operation
Remote Door Locks
If your Remote Car Starter was installed with the Remote Door Locks option, you will have the
convenience of remote keyless entry. See section Arming and Disarming the Remote Car
Starter, earlier in this Guide, for further instructions on remote door locking and unlocking.
Priority Door Access
If the Remote Door Locks option is installed on your vehicle, this safety feature allows you unlock
solely the driver’s door with a single press of the UNLOCK button on the transmitter; upon a second
press of the UNLOCK button, all the other doors will unlock.
Active or Passive Arming
The Starter Kill can be configured either to Passive Mode (so as to arm automatically) or Active
Mode (so as to require user intervention for arming). By default, your Remote Car Starter is
configured to Passive Mode. In Passive Mode, the Starter Kill will automatically arm 60 seconds
after the last door is closed. The Remote Car Starter will not arm if a door is left open, or if you re-
open a door within the 60-second delay.
Important note: When the Remote Car Starter re-arms automatically, you can disarm the
When the Remote Car Starter by simply pressing the UNLOCK button.
The Starter Kill and the Anti-grind Feature
With this added security feature, the system will prevent your vehicle from starting with the ignition
key when the Starter Kill is armed. If your Remote Car Starter was installed with the Starter Kill
option, one will not be able to start your vehicle with the key unless the system has been unlocked
and disarmed first, or put into Valet Mode.
Note: If the Starter Kill is installed, your vehicle will benefit from a protection against starter
motor damage that could occur after remote-starting the engine should the user, by force of
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Horn Chirp Timing
The duration of the chirps can be adjusted at installation (from 5 to 200 ms).
Flashing LED
The user may decide to turn on or off LED flashing at any moment. To do so, simultaneously press
the TRUNK and LOCK buttons on the transmitter:
xFlashing LED ON:the L.E.D. will flash at all times (either under active arming or under passive
arming) to indicate that the Starter Kill is active.
xActive Arming: the LED will flash normally.
xPassive Arming: the LED will flash at a faster rate during the countdown preceding the
activation of the Starter Kill. Once the Remote Car Starter
is armed, the LED will flash at a slower rate.
xIn Valet Mode: the LED will remain lit without flashing.
xFlashing LED OFF:the LED will not flash even when the Remote Car Starter is armed (either
under active or passive arming). Nevertheless, if the Remote Car Starter enters Valet Mode, the
LED will still remain lit without flashing as long as the ignition is off.
Safe Start
If this feature is enabled, the user must press the START button 2 times within 3 seconds to remote-
start the vehicle. This will eliminate accidental remote starts, e.g. when children are playing with the
transmitter.
If Swap Start Mode is selected, to remote-start your vehicle press LOCK and UNLOCK
simultaneously. The AUX 2 output can be activated by pressing the START button.
Home Valet TM
If this feature is installed, the user will have the possibility to remotely set the vehicle to a no-
remote-start mode. See Home Valet section, earlier in this Guide, for full instructions.
Ignition-controlled Door Locks
This is an added security feature. If your Remote Car Starter was installed with the Ignition-
Controlled Door Locks option, the doors will automatically be locked as soon as the ignition key is
turned to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position while the brakes are pressed. When the key is turned to the
OFF position, the doors will automatically be unlocked.
Ignition Re-lock
On Remote Car Starters of this series, when Ignition-controlled Door Locks are enabled and the
ignition key is in the IGNITION ON (RUN) position, should any door be unlocked and opened, all doors
will be relocked next time the brake pedal is pressed.
Secure Lock
Before it can remote-start your vehicle, the Remote Car Starter must first disarm the factory
security system. The Secure Lock feature may be required on certain vehicle models with factory
security systems that automatically unlock the doors when the security system is disarmed.
To keep your vehicle protected when the factory security system is disarmed for a remote start,
Secure Lock will relock your doors as soon as the vehicle has started. Once the engine run cycle
ends, Secure Lock will rearm your factory security system.
Turbo Mode
When left in Turbo Mode, the Remote Car Starter will keep the engine running for 60 seconds
before shutting it down. This is to allow a turbocharger to idle down after the user leaves the
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Remote Trunk Release
If your system was installed with the Remote Trunk Release option, you can open your trunk by
pressing the TRUNK button for 3 seconds on the remote transmitter or by pressing the TRUNK button
TWICE within 3 seconds.
Engine Run Time
If you have a gas engine, your Remote Car Starter can be programmed to run the engine for 4, 15,
or 25 minutes (15 minutes by default). If you have a diesel engine, the Remote Car Starter can be
programmed to run the engine for 9, 20, or 30 minutes (20 minutes default).
Multi-car Operation
This option allows the owner of two vehicles, both equipped with the same Remote Car Starter
model, to control both systems with a single remote control. To control the second vehicle,
simultaneously press the TRUNK button and the button of the function you wish to use.
Note: Your remote control must be configured for second car operation by the installer.
xPress TRUNK + LOCK button simultaneously: ....LOCK
xPress TRUNK + UNLOCK: .....................................UNLOCK
xPress TRUNK + START:........................................START
xPress TRUNK + STOP:STOP
xPress TRUNK + LOCK + UNLOCK: .........................AUX 3 (TRUNK)
xPress TRUNK + STOP for 3 sec:...........................Cold Weather Mode
Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range
Many factors may affect the operating range of the transmitter. Some of these are:
xThe condition of the battery in the transmitter.
xThe operating environment (for example: downtown radio-frequency noise, airports, cellular
phone towers…)
xMetal: any type of metal will affect operating range. This includes the metal in the car.
xThe shape of the vehicle can affect range as well; vans in general have an especially poor
range.
xThe shape of the roof and A-pillars brings about considerable radio-frequency deflection (in
this case the signal from the remote control). As a result, the direction in which the vehicle is
facing in relation to the remote control can affect the range. Straight on – standing in front of
the vehicle – generally gives you the greatest range; the second best performance is from the
back. Using the remote control from either side of the vehicle will usually give the lowest
range.
xThe range will be significantly lower in a crowded parking lot than in open space.
xAlways hold the transmitter high, approximately at shoulder height. Holding the transmitter
against your chin will also increase your range: your head acts as an antenna.
xThe operating range will be somewhat lower on vehicles equipped with an aftermarket or
factory alarm.