Autostart as2520 User manual

Notice
The manufacturer will accept no responsibility for any electrical damage resulting from improper installation of
the product, be that either damage to the vehicle itself or to the Unit. This Unit must be installed by a certified
technician using all safety devices supplied. Please note that this guide has been written for properly trained
Autostart technicians: a certain level of skills and knowledge is therefore assumed. Please review the
Installation Guide carefully before beginning any work.
Warning
This module is designed for vehicles with an automatic Transmission only. Before installing the Unit,
test that the vehicle does not start when the Gear Select Lever is in the “Drive” position. If it starts in gear,
install a manual-transmission remote starter system instead.
DOC.1.25 – November 22, 2004 CA Lp Manufactured in Canada
T W O W A Y L C D A U T O M A T I C
TRANSMISSION REMOTE STARTER
Installation Guide
WARNING!
This is a generic installation guide and it is designed for the specific model number stated above.
Furthermore, for clarity purposes, the START/STOP button, associated with 4-button models, will be
referred to as either START or STOP depending on the functionality being described.

P. 2 Installation Guide
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................2
Included in the Kit ..............................................2
Installation Points to Remember........................3
Harness Description ..........................................4
Flashing the Hood Pin Switch............................9
The Programming Assistance Button ..............10
Programming the Transmitter..........................10
Before you proceed .........................................10
The Transmitter Programming Procedure.......10
Entering Programming Options Mode .............10
Multi-Level Features (default state) .................12
Tach Programming ..........................................13
About Tach Programming................................13
Multi-speed Tach Programming ......................13
Automatic Tach Programming .........................13
Tach Adjustments............................................14
Horn Timing .....................................................14
Testing .............................................................15
Closing Up .......................................................15
Supplementary Information .............................15
Fifth Relay Output (2nd IGN, ACC or CRANK).15
Ignition-controlled Door Locks.........................16
Secure Lock.....................................................16
Standard Secure Lock .....................................16
Smart Secure Lock ..........................................16
Lock Pulse Duration ........................................16
Priority Door.....................................................17
Run Time .........................................................17
Starter Kill (Installation) ...................................17
Passive or Active Arming.................................17
Flashing LED ...................................................17
Resetting the Module.......................................17
Events Logging................................................18
Events playback ..............................................18
Start Failure Codes through the Parking Lights18
Diagnostics – Parking Light Flash Table .........19
Introduction
This guide contains all the information relevant and necessary for the installation of the module.
Most of the features of this product are explained in the user guide. Therefore, if you need detailed
information about a feature of the product, we recommend that you refer to the user guide.
Included in the Kit
Please carefully read the installation guide before beginning the installation, especially the harness
description section and the programming options.
It is very important that you familiarize yourself with the programming and the operation of the
module, even if you have already installed a similar module in the past. There are many innovative
features that you may overlook if you do not read this guide.
Prior to the installation, make sure that all the hardware components required to install the system
are in the box.
The following is a list of components included in the kit:
x1 – remote starter control unit
x1 – FM long-range transceiver
x1 – antenna interconnect cable
x1 – multi-channel 5-button remote control
x1 – six-pin 14 AWG harness (Ignition Harness)
x1 – five-pin 18 AWG harness (Main Harness)
x1 – twelve-pin 22 AWG harness (Accessories Harness)
x1 – two-pin 22 AWG harness (Accessories Harness)
x1 – parts bag: a hood pin-switch, a connector and a warning label
x1 – user guide
The plug-in valet button is not included.

Installation Guide P. 3
INDUSTRY CANADA USER NOTICE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more
than that required for successful communication.
FCC USER NOTICE (U.S.A.):
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Installation Points to Remember
ƇMake sure that vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission do not start while in
any of the drive gears. If the vehicle starts
in gear, install a manual-transmission
remote starter instead.
ƇWhen installing a manual-transmission
product on a vehicle with a manual
transmission, always make sure that all
doors will get the unit out of ready mode.
switch the wire used so that it is triggered
by all doors.
ƇWhen installing a manual-transmission
product on a vehicle with a manual
transmission, make sure that the parking
brake and door switch contacts work
properly.
ƇWhen working on a vehicle, always leave a
window open.
ƇNever leave the keys in the car. Leave
them on a workbench with a window rolled
down.
ƇIf possible, remove courtesy light fuse to
prevent battery drain.
ƇThe
PROGRAMMING ASSISTANCE BUTTON (PAB)
The PAB is mounted on the side of the
module unit and fulfils the same function as
the hood-pin switch. The PAB will spare
installers the effort of getting out of the
vehicle to access the hood-pin switch. The
PAB works only when the hood is up.
ƇInspect vehicle for any body damage or
electrical problems
ƇAlways solder and tape all connections.
ƇKeep the antenna away from other types of
antennas (GPS/OnStar).
ƇNever install the control unit where it could
interfere with normal operation or obstruct
service technicians.
ƇAlways use a grommet when running wires
into the engine compartment. Never run
wires through bare or sharp metal.
ƇDo not disconnect the battery on vehicles
equipped with air bags and anti-theft radios.
ƇNever ground the control unit to the
vehicle’s steering column.
ƇMake sure that all the switches and controls
operate properly.
ƇVerify that the vehicle starts and idles
properly.
ƇMake sure that all safety equipment is
installed: the valet button (if provided), the
hood switch and the warning label.
ƇWhen wiring in parallel, make sure you
isolate each connection with a diode in
order to avoid feedback and possible
damage.
Examples:

P. 4 Installation Guide
Wiring a clutch bypass and a
transponder module to the GROUND OUT
WHEN RUNNING wire: At the junction point,
where the GROUND OUT WHEN RUNNING wire
“splits” and connects to each device, a
diode is inserted on each of these lines.
Multiple or separate door pin connec-
tions:
When joining all door pins together to the
door pin input wire of the module unit, each
wire must be isolated with a diode to
prevent feedback.
Note: The above examples reflect common
situations where diodes are use to isolate
connections. Please note that there are
numerous other cases where diode isolation
is required.
ƇAlways make sure that all external relays or
modules added to the module unit are
properly fused and diode isolated.
ƇOn vehicles equipped with daytime running
lights, the installer may be unable to see
certain programming results since the
daytime running lights never go out.
Note: The parking light output relay of the
unit gives two clicking sounds for each flash
of the lights: one click when the lights would
go ON and one click when the lights would
go OFF.)
ƇParking light flashes to which the text
refers throughout this manual refer to the
parking light output of the unit, not of the
vehicle.
Harness Description
When connecting a module, it is important to make sure that the connector with the ground wire is
connected first, before making the 12-volt connections. Should the unit be powered up before
being grounded, there could be serious damage to internal components of the unit.
Be careful not to power up a module before it is properly grounded. To avoid any accident, it is
recommended to pull out the fuses from their sockets before the installation, and to put them back
during the very last steps.
6-Pin Main Ignition Harness
Wire Colour Function Description
Connect to the largest 12 V supply wire at the ignition harness.
Ensure that the OEM power wire is fused for more than 30 A.
ARED (+) 12 V Battery Please note: some of the most recent vehicles have no suitable
12 V source at the ignition switch (the 12 V wire is too small to
supply the necessary current). In such cases, it is recommended to
use the fuse box or the B+ connection on the battery.
BPURPLE (+) Starter output
(30 A)
Connect to the starter wire of the vehicle. The source wire should
have +12 V with the ignition key in the CRANK position only.
Connect to the largest 12 V supply wire at the ignition harness.
Ensure that the OEM power wire is fused for more than 30 A.
CRED (+) 12 V Battery Please note: some of the most recent vehicles have no suitable
12 V source at the ignition switch (the 12 V wire is too small to
supply the necessary current). In such cases, it is recommended to
use the fuse box or the B+ connection on the battery.
Connect to the Ignition wire of the vehicle. The source wire should
have +12 V with the ignition key in the IGNITION ON (RUN) and
CRANK positions.
DYELLOW (+) Ignition
output (30 A)
Warning: at the ignition switch of certain vehicles, there may be
more than one ignition wire. Use the 5th relay (Pin F) and extra
relays to power up any extra ignition wires if necessary. Do not
jump wires at the Ignition Switch: this would compromise the
OEM electrical system.

Installation Guide P. 5
This wire will power the heater blower motor. Usually connected
to the accessories wire of the vehicle. The source wire must have
power with the ignition key in the IGNITION ON (RUN) position only
(no power in the CRANK position).
EORANGE (+) Accessories
output (30 A) Warning: at the ignition switch of certain vehicles, there may be
more than one ignition wire for powering the heater blower motor.
Use the 5th relay (Pin F) and extra relays to power up any extra
ignition wires if necessary. Do not jump wires at the ignition
switch: this would compromise the OEM electrical system.
This high-current output can be used to power a second ignition,
accessories or crank wire. See jumper setting on page 16, for
correct output.
FGREEN (+) Fifth Relay
output (30 A) Please note: additional ignition, accessories, or starter wires must
use external relays. Do not jump wires at the ignition switch: this
would compromise the OEM electrical system.
5-Pin Secondary Harness
Wire Colour Function Description
1BLACK
(–)
Chassis ground
input
This wire must be connected to bare, unpainted metal (the chassis
or the true body ground). It is preferable to use a factory ground bolt
rather than a self-tapping screw. Screws tend to get loose or
rusted over time and can cause erratic problems.
This wire will allow the module to sense whether the engine is
running. The wire requires at least 1.8 V (AC) and 1.6 Hz or faster
when the engine runs at idle speed. Common references for the
tach wire are: the negative side of the ignition coil, the camshaft
sensor, the crankshaft sensor or the engine control module (ECM).
2PURPLE
(A.C.)
Tachometer
input Note: if the tach signal is too low, the module will “over-crank”.
Conversely, if the tach signal is too high, the module will “under-
crank”.
3GREY (–) Hood switch
input
Connect this wire to the installed hood pin switch supplied. This
input will disable or shut down the remote starter when the hood is
up.
4ORANGE (+) Brake Switch
input
This wire must be connected to the brake light wire of the vehicle.
This wire must have +12 V only when the brake pedal is down. This
input will shut down the remote starter if the brake pedal is pressed.
This wire provides a +12 V output and must be connected on the
vehicle to the parking lights wire that tests +12 V when the light
switch is in the ON position.
5YELLOW (+) 12 V Parking
Light output Note: ensure that the voltage does not decrease or increase when
the dimmer control switch is turned. If the voltage goes up or down,
find another parking light wire.

P. 6 Installation Guide
12-Pin Accessories Harness
Wire Colour Function Description
1BLUE (–) Trunk /
AUX 3 output
500 mA negative output. This output can be used to control the
trunk release (1-sec. pulse), or it can be set to operate as a
constant output as long as the TRUNK button is held pressed
(for sunroof or window closure)
2BROWN (–) Lock
output
Programmable 500 mA negative output: 1/10-sec., 7/10-sec. or
4-sec. pulse
3GREEN (–) Unlock
output
Programmable 500 mA negative output: 1/10-sec., 7/10-sec.,
4-sec. or double 1/4-sec. pulse (ON 250 ms, OFF 500 ms, ON
250 ms).
4WHITE /
BROWN
(–) Rearm
output
500 mA ground signal when the doors are locked by remote
control. This wire will go to ground 1/2 sec. before the LOCK
pulse, and go out 1/8 sec after LOCK. The wire must be
connected to the OEM arm wire (usually the door pin).
Note: The module will also give a rearm pulse on this wire
when it shuts down the vehicle after a remote start.
5WHITE /
GREEN
(–) Disarm
output
500 mA ground pulse when the doors are unlocked by remote
control. Connect to the OEM disarm wire of the vehicle.
Note: The system will also give a disarm pulse on this wire
before every remote start.
6BLUE /
WHITE
(–) AUX 1
output
Depending on the configuration of Mode 3, Function 4 (see
programming options), this output will provide either a
500 mA ground output on the 2nd consecutive press of the
UNLOCK button to unlock all doors, or a horn confirmation on
the first or second press of the LOCK button.
7WHITE /
ORANGE
(–) Starter kill
output
(armed output)
This wire will provide a constant 500 mA output when the
system is armed (locked by remote control). It can be
connected to an external starter interrupt relay.
This wire should be connected to a single pole double-throw
relay: this wire will connect to pin 85 on the relay, and pin 86
will be connected to the ignition wire.
The starter kill output becomes active during remote starts.
One benefit of the starter kill is the anti-grind feature. Once the
vehicle has been remote started, the anti-grind prevents the
starter motor from re-engaging when the ignition key is
inserted in the ignition switch and accidentally turned to the
CRANK position.
8ORANGE (–) AUX 2
output
This negative 500 mA output can be programmed for one of
the following options:
1. Constant while the FUNCTION and LOCK buttons are
pressed + 1 sec after release of the buttons.
2. FUNCTION + LOCK toggles ON / OFF (max. 30 sec.).
3. FUNCTION+LOCK toggles ON / OFF (max. 4 minutes Æ
Only when running under a remote start).
4. Priority door access (2nd press of UNLOCK to unlock all
other doors). Refer to Priority Door section on page 17
for more detail.

Installation Guide P. 7
9PURPLE (–) External
Trigger
The external trigger wire can be used for remote-starting the
vehicle with an external device. When the vehicle is running,
triggering this input will activate idle mode. The external trigger
wire can also be used to operate as a negative trigger with the
trunk pin-switch, the key sense wire or the door pin-switch:
Option 1 Connects to negative trunk pin. When this wire is
programmed for trunk pin, pressing TRUNK will activate a 1-
second disarm output. If ground (-) is detected on the TRUNK
pin (the trunk has been opened), an arm pulse will be sent 5
seconds after the trunk is closes. An arm pulse will be sent 4
seconds after the TRUNK button is pressed if the trunk pin state
is unchanged (The trunk was unopened). Disarm is sent only if
the system was previously locked and armed. If secure lock is
enabled, unlock pulse(s) will be sent with disarm, a LOCK pulse
and a rearm pulse will be sent when the Trunk is closed or if
the Trunk was left closed.
Option 2 (Default: engine start/stop): The first ground (-) pulse
on this input will start the engine, the second ground (-) pulse
on this input will stop the engine.
Option 3 (Key Sense (-) Input): Connects to OEM key sense
wire. When the key is detected in the ignition switch (ground (-)
signal on the OEM key sense wire) the starter kill will not arm
even when it is set to passive mode. If secure lock is
programmed, lock and arm will not be activated while the key
sense input is active (“active” meaning there is a key in the
ignition barrel).
Option 4 (Smart ignition re-lock): Connects to the negative
door trigger input. When the ignition lock option or the lock only
option is enabled, after the brake pedal is pressed and after a
door has been opened and closed, the doors will RE-LOCK.
This wire provides a constant 500 mA ground output while the
module is running. This output becomes active at the same
time as the ignition and shuts off when the module shuts down,
e.g.: when the run time has expired, when the START/STOP
button has been pressed, etc. This output can be used to
activate external relays, bypass kits, etc.
10 WHITE
(–) Ground
Out
When
Running Caution! If multiple relays or modules are connected to the
ground- out-when-running wire, make sure they are diode
isolated from one another: feedback may otherwise occur,
causing damage to the vehicle.
11 GREY (–) N/A This pin is not used. Leave it empty.

P. 8 Installation Guide
12 YELLOW (+) Glow-Plug
input
In diesel mode, this positive input will monitor the glow plug
light: it will wait for up to 30 seconds until the glow-plug light
goes out before allowing the module to proceed to cranking the
engine. Connect to the side of the glow-plug light which is
positive when the light is on.
Note: the module will nevertheless proceed to cranking the
engine if the glow-plug light is still on after the 30-sec. delay
(25 sec. when the run time is set to 30 min.).
ANote on the Diesel Glow-plug Indicator Light:
(Also known as the “wait-to-start light”.) The purpose of the
glow-plug circuit on diesel vehicles is to pre-heat the
combustion chamber before the vehicle is started.
When a remote starter is installed on a diesel vehicle, the
glow-plug section of the ignition circuit must be activated and
allowed to operate before the vehicle is remote-started. For
that purpose, the glow-plug input wire of the module must be
connected to the glow-plug indicator light of the vehicle.
Caution! The module will only accept positive glow-plug input
signals, therefore negative glow plugs should only be
connected using relays to invert the polarity.
A diode must be added between the negative glow-plug trigger
on the relay and the negative glow-plug wire of the car. This is
to prevent feedback effects on the glow-plug indicator light on
the instrument cluster: the light on the dash would come on
because of the feedback, even though the circuit is off.
When the user remote-starts the vehicle:
xThe module will power up the Ignition circuit and wait to
engage the starter motor while the glow-plug indicator light
is still on.
xThe module will engage the starter motor as soon as the
glow-plug light (+) goes out.
Minimum waiting time is 5 seconds.
Maximum waiting time is 30 seconds.
If no glow-plug wire is found on the vehicle, the glow-plug input
on the module may be “timed out”. The module will power up
the ignition and glow-plug circuits and simply wait for the time-
out before starting:
xConnecting the glow-plug input wire of the module to
ignition will hold the ignition ON for the maximum waiting
time (15 sec., recommended).
xKeeping the glow-plug input wire of the module
unconnected will hold the ignition ON for the minimum
waiting time (5 sec., not recommended in very cold
environments).
Connect the glow-plug wire to the ignition wire only after the
tach programming has been completed: connecting the glow-
plug wire is one of the very last steps in the installation
process.

Installation Guide P. 9
2-Pin Harness
Wire Colour Function Description
1BLUE/
WHITE (–) N/A This pin is not used. Leave it empty.
2YELLOW (–) Parking
Light output
500 mA negative parking light output
Note: Ensure that the voltage does not vary when the
dimmer control switch is turned up or down. If this is the
case, it is not the right wire.
There is a also a positive parking light output. Only one of
these two different outputs needs to be connected.
Flashing the Hood Pin Switch
Flashing the hood pin switch is a procedure that brings the module into programming mode. Once
the module is in programming mode, the installer will have up to 20 seconds to select one of the
sub-menus. If the installer fails to select a sub-menu before the 20-second delay, the module will
exit programming mode and the installer will have to flash the hood pin switch once more.
Tip As long as the hood is up, you may use the programming assistance button instead of the
hood pin switch.
Here are the steps which the installer must follow in order to flash the hood pin switch:
The Installer … The Module …
1. Press and hold the hood pin switch for 4 seconds.
2. Release the hood pin switch. The parking lights will turn ON.
3. While the parking lights are ON, press down the hood
pin switch once more.
4. Release the hood pin switch again.
Caution! If you press down and release the hood pin
switch too many times, you will enter diagnostic
mode rather than programming mode.
The parking lights will stay ON
for 20 seconds
5. You now have 20 seconds to select one of the sub-
menus.
Flashing the Hood Pin switch
Once the module has entered programming mode, you will have a selection of many different sub-
menus, which will be described later in this guide:
a. Transmitter Programming .............................................. p.10
b. Horn Timing (if available)............................................... p.14
c. Tach Programming ........................................................ p.13
Note: Once the parking lights are ON (solid), you have up to 20 seconds to select a sub-menu. If
you do not select a sub-menu within 20 seconds, the module will exit programming mode and you
will have to flash the hood pin switch once again.

The Programming Assistance Button
(A.k.a. the PAB.) Mounted on the module, this
button can be used from within the vehicle instead of
the hood pin switch in the engine compartment. This
will spare the installer the trouble of accessing the
hood pin switch in the engine compartment.
Caution: The hood pin switch must be installed and connected in order for the programming
assistance button to function. The button will work only when the hood is up.
Programming the Transmitter
Before you proceed
The transmitter of the module is not delivered pre-programmed: it must be programmed after the
wiring of the module is completed. The module has the ability to retain up to 4 different transmitter
codes; if a fifth transmitter is programmed, the code of the first transmitter will be lost from memory.
To erase all transmitter codes from memory, you must perform a reset of the module (see
Resetting the Module on page 17, for more details).
The Transmitter Programming Procedure
1. Flash the hood pin switch (see page 9)
– The parking lights will stay ON for up to 20 seconds.
– Before the lights go out, turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.
– Immediately turn the ignition key back to the OFF position.
2. Press and hold the LOCK button until the parking lights flash 5 times quickly.
– The module has stored the code of the transmitter into memory.
3. To exit: close the hood.
Programming a Transmitter
To program a transmitter on the second vehicle for multi-car operation, you must press the TRUNK
button (instead of LOCK or UNLOCK) in step 2 of the transmitter programming procedure:
Entering Programming Options Mode
The module is equipped with four custom programming modes that allow the installer to custom-fit
the system outputs according to installation requirements. The programming options are designed
to facilitate interfacing with all vehicle types. To enter the programming center, follow either
procedure (Table 1 or Table 2); please note that the second procedure requires the use of the
plug-in valet:
P. 10 Installation Guide