Avital 5103 User manual

Model 5103
 Owner’s Guide

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Contents
Warning! Safety first ....................................................................................... iii
What is included...............................................................................................1
Important information ........................................................................................1
Your warranty...........................................................................................1
Standard transmitter configuration.......................................................................2
Fcc/id notice............................................................................................3
Caution ...................................................................................................3
Transmitter functions ..........................................................................................3
Standard configuration..............................................................................3
Using your system ............................................................................................6
Active arming...........................................................................................6
Passive arming .........................................................................................6
Multi-level security arming..........................................................................7
Arming while driving.................................................................................8
Disarming................................................................................................8
High security disarm .................................................................................8
Disarming without a transmitter...................................................................9
Silent mode..............................................................................................9
Panic mode............................................................................................10
Valet mode ............................................................................................10
Remote start ...................................................................................................11
Rear defogger........................................................................................12
Valet take-over........................................................................................13
Timer mode............................................................................................14
Short-run/turbo.......................................................................................14
Safety features................................................................................................15
Starter anti-grind circuitry.........................................................................15
Disabling the remote start system ..............................................................15
Shut down inputs ....................................................................................15
Nuisance prevention®circuitry ..........................................................................16
Diagnostics ....................................................................................................16
Arming diagnostics .................................................................................17
Disarming diagnostics .............................................................................17
System status chirps ................................................................................18
Table of zones ...............................................................................................19
Interpreting zone diagnostics....................................................................19
Code hopping ................................................................................................20
Owner recognition .........................................................................................20
Rapid resume logic..........................................................................................21
Power saver mode ..........................................................................................21
Programming options ......................................................................................22

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Security & convenience expansions ...................................................................24
Glossary of terms............................................................................................25
Notes ............................................................................................................29
Limited consumer warranty...............................................................................31

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Warning! Safety first
The following safety warnings must be observed at all times:
Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be
performed by an authorized Directed dealer.
When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal
from the remote control transmitter. Therefore, never operate the system in an
enclosed area or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).
When parking in an enclosed or partially enclosed area or when having the
vehicle serviced, the remote start system must be disabled using the installed
toggle switch. It is the user’s sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out
of reach from children all remote control transmitters to assure that the system
does not unintentionally remote start the vehicle. THE USER MUST INSTALL A
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJA-
CENT TO THE VEHICLE. ALL DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING
AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE STORAGE
AREA MUST AT ALL TIMES REMAIN CLOSED. These precautions are the sole
responsibility of the user.
Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may
result in property damage, personal injury, or death. (1) Never remotely start the
vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with
the keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral safety feature of the
vehicle periodically checked, wherein the vehicle must not remotely start while
the car is in gear. This testing should be performed by an authorized Directed
dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in the product installation
guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and
consult with the authorized Directed dealer to fix the problem.
After the remote start module has been installed, contact your authorized dealer
to have him or her test the remote start module by performing the Safety Check
outlined in the product installation guide. If the vehicle starts when performing
the Neutral Safety Shutdown Circuit test, the remote start unit has not been
properly installed. The remote start module must be removed or the installer must
properly reinstall the remote start system so that the vehicle does not start in gear.

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All installations must be performed by an authorized Directed dealer.
OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN
GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERAT-
ING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY
CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN AU-
THORIZED Directed DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED
REMOTE START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR
PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.

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What is included
A control module•
An HX transceiver/antenna•
Two four-button transmitters•
A Stinger™ DoubleGuard• ®two-stage shock sensor
A Revenger™ Soft Chirp™ six-tone programmable siren•
A status LED indicator light•
A push-button Valet switch•
Your warranty registration•
A shut-down toggle switch•
Important information
Congratulations on the purchase of your combination remote start alarm system.
Due to the complexity of this system, it must be installed by an authorized dealer
only. Installation of this product by anyone other than an authorized dealer voids
the warranty. All dealers are provided with a preprinted dealer certificate to verify
authorization.
By carefully reading this Owner’s Guide prior to using your system, you will
maximize the use of this system and its features. You can print additional or
replacement copies of this manual by accessing our web site at
www.avital.com.
➢System maintenance
The system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote is powered by a
small, lightweight 3-volt CR2032 battery that will last approximately one year
under normal use. When the battery begins to weaken, operating range is
reduced and the LED on the remote dims.
➢Your warranty
Your warranty registration must be completely filled out and returned within 10
days of purchase. Your product warranty will not be validated if your warranty
registration is not returned. Make sure you receive the warranty registration from
your dealer. It is also necessary to keep your proof of purchase, which reflects
that the product was installed by an authorized dealer. You may also register
online at www.prodregister.com/directed

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Standard transmitter configuration

control the Arm and Panic On/Off function.

control the Disarm and Panic Off function.
control Silent Mode™ and Auxiliary trunk output.
control the Remote Start function.

and

pressed together control the Timer mode.
and pressed together control Turbo/Short Run.

and pressed together control Auxiliary 2 output.

and pressed together control Auxiliary 3 output.

and and press together control the Rear Defogger.

and pressed together control Auxiliary 4 output.

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➢Fcc/id notice
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesirable operation. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this device.
➢Caution
This product is designed for fuel injected, automatic transmission vehicles only.
Use of this product in a standard transmission vehicle is dangerous and contrary
to the product’s intended use.
Transmitter functions
The receiver uses a computer-based Learn Routine to learn the transmitter buttons.
This makes it possible to assign any remote transmitter button to any receiver
function. The transmitter initially comes programmed with Standard Configura-
tion, but may also be customized by an authorized dealer. The buttons in all of
the instructions in this manual correspond to a Standard Configuration transmit-
ter.
➢Standard configuration

Button
The arming function is controlled by pressing this button for 1 second, if held for
2 seconds Panic is activated.

Button
The disarming function is controlled by pressing this button for 1 second.

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Button
Silent Mode™ and an optional auxiliary function are controlled by this button.
Silent Mode works by pressing it for less than one second before arming or dis-
arming. An optional auxiliary function, such as trunk release, can be controlled
by pressing this button for 1.5 seconds.
The auxiliary output controls __________________________.
Button
The remote start function of your system is controlled by pressing this button for
1 second.

and Buttons
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added
to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously.
The auxiliary output controls __________________________.

and Buttons
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added
to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously.
The auxiliary output controls __________________________.

and

Buttons
Timer mode is activated when these buttons are pressed simultaneously.
and Buttons
The short-run turbo mode is activated when these buttons are pressed simultane-
ously.

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
and Buttons
The 24 hour remote start timer mode is controlled by pressing these buttons
simultaneously. When the feature is activated the parking lights flash fast four
times. Once in 24 hour timer mode the system remote starts every 24 hours.
Repeat this procedure to turn 24 hour timer mode off. When the feature is
deactivated the parking lights flash slowly four times.

and and Buttons
When simultaneously pressed these buttons control the rear window defogger
during remote starting.

and and Buttons
While the system is armed, press simultaneously to enter temperature auto start
mode. When the feature is activated the parking lights flash fast five times. The
vehicle automatically starts if the interior temperature drops below 0 degrees
Fahrenheit. Note: Disarming the system while in temperature autostart mode
causes the system to exit this mode. When the feature is deactivated the parking
lights flash slowly five times.

and Buttons
An optional auxiliary convenience or expansion function that you have added
to your system can be activated by pressing these buttons simultaneously.
The auxiliary output controls __________________________.

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Using your system
➢Active arming
You can arm the system by pressing

on your transmitter for one second.
When the system arms, you will hear a short siren chirp and see the parking
lights flash once. If the power door locks are controlled by the system, the doors
will also lock. While the system is armed, the status LED will flash approximately
once per second, indicating that the system is actively protecting your vehicle.
Note: If you hear a second chirp after arming and note that the status LED is
flashing in groups, see the Diagnostics Section of this guide. This extra chirp is
called Bypass Notification.
➢Passive arming
The system can be programmed to arm itself automatically (called passive arming).
If the system is programmed for passive arming, it will automatically arm 30 seconds
after the ignition is turned off and the system detects that you have left the vehicle by
opening and closing a door. Whenever the system is in its 30-second passive arm-
ing countdown, the status LED will flash twice as fast as it does when the system
is armed. At the 20-second point of the countdown, the siren will chirp to indicate
that the system is about to arm. At the 30-second point, the parking lights will flash
to indicate that the system is armed.
Important: If any protected entry point (such as a door or a
switch-protected trunk or hood) is open, the system will not
passively arm (unless forced Passive Arming is programmed
on. See Programming Options section).
When armed your vehicle is protected as follows:
Light impacts trigger the Warn Away• ®signal. When triggered, the siren
chirps and the parking lights flash for a few seconds.
Heavy impacts trip a Triggered Sequence. The sequence consists of the•
siren sounding continuously and the parking lights flashing for a pre-pro-
grammed period, which can range in duration from 1 to 180 seconds.

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If a door is opened, the system will immediately start chirping the siren and•
flashing the parking lights. Three seconds later, the siren output changes
to a continuous blast. This progressive response gives you time to disarm
the system with your transmitter if you inadvertently open the door while
the system is armed, while still providing instant response (even if the door
is immediately closed).
Turning on the ignition key will trip the same progressive response as•
opening a door.
The optional starter kill prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking.•
➢Multi-level security arming
Multi-Level Security Arming allows you to select which of the system’s inputs or
sensors will be active and which will be bypassed when the system is armed.
(See Table of Zones section of this guide.)
Pressing

again (in Standard Configuration only) within five seconds of
arming the system will activate the Multi-Level Security feature. Each time

is pressed a different security level is selected. The security levels are selected
as follows:
Press•

once: The siren chirps once. The system is armed.
Press•

a second time within five seconds: The siren chirps two times
followed by a long chirp. Zone 2 is now bypassed.
Press•

a third time within five seconds: The siren chirps three times
followed by a long chirp. Zone 4 is now bypassed.
Press•

a fourth time within five seconds: The siren chirps four times followed
by a long chirp. Zones 2 and 4 are now bypassed.
Press•

a fifth time within five seconds: The siren chirps five times fol-
lowed by a long chirp. All input zones, except the ignition, are now by-
passed.
Important: Multi-Level Security Arming only applies to a
single arming cycle. Once the system is disarmed and then
re-armed, all the zones will be active again.

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➢Arming while driving
Your security system can be armed while driving the vehicle.
Press

on the transmitter for two seconds while the vehicle is running. The
siren will chirp once to indicate that the security system is armed, and then once
more to indicate that the ignition is on. The system will not respond to any input
except the door triggers, and the starter kill relay (if installed) will not be acti-
vated. Once you have arrived at your destination, the system will disarm when
the ignition is turned off. The siren will chirp twice and the LED will then stop
flashing. The system can also be disarmed at any time by pressing

.
➢Disarming
To disarm the security system, press

. You will hear two chirps, and the
parking lights will flash twice.
If the power locks are controlled by the system, the doors will also unlock. The
siren chirping either four or five times when disarming indicates Tamper Alert,
which is described in the Diagnostics Section of this guide.
➢High security disarm
This security system offers High Security Disarm. High Security Disarm is a fea-
ture that makes it possible to silence and reset the system while it is triggering,
without disarming the system. If the system is triggered and the siren has been
sounding for longer than six seconds, pressing

on the remote transmitter will
stop the trigger and return the unit to the armed state. The system will not disarm,
but rather reset. This prevents you from disabling the system should you wish to
disarm it without visually checking the vehicle.
Pressing

after resetting the system will disarm the system; pressing this but-
ton during the first six seconds of the triggered sequence will disarm the security
system immediately. The six second timer is provided for your convenience, in
case the system is accidentally triggered.

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➢Disarming without a transmitter
If your transmitter is lost or damaged, you can manually disarm your vehicle
security system. To disarm the system without a transmitter, you must have the
vehicle’s ignition key and know where the Valet®switch is located. Be sure to
check with your installer at the time of installation for both the location and the
preset response (1-5 presses) of the Valet®switch. The factory default setting is
1 press.
To disarm the security system, turn the ignition to the ON position.
Press and release the Valet button the preset number of times (one to five times)
within 15 seconds. After five seconds, the system will disarm. If the system does
not disarm, you may have waited too long; turn the ignition off and on, and
then try again.
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Location of Valet Button_________________________________
Number of Presses_____________________________________
Important: The Valet button can be programmed to re-
spond to 1-5 presses for the disarm function. You must
check with the installer to verify the programming for your
individual unit
➢Silent mode
To temporarily turn off the arm or disarm chirps, use Silent Mode™. Press
for less than one second before arming or disarming, and the confirmation
chirp(s) will be eliminated for that one operation only. If you want the arm/
disarm chirps turned off permanently, your dealer can do this for you. The Warn
Away® response to lighter impacts is bypassed if the system is armed using
Silent Mode. This ensures that no chirps will be emitted by the siren in an area
you want chirp-free. The system is still fully capable of triggering. Only the Warn
Away® response is bypassed.

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➢Panic mode
If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract attention by trigger-
ing the system with your transmitter. Press

for two seconds, and you will
enter Panic Mode.
The siren sounds and the parking lights flash for the programmed siren duration.
To stop Panic Mode at any time, press

on the remote transmitter again.
➢Valet mode
You can prevent your security system from automatically arming and triggering
by using Valet Mode. This is very useful when washing the vehicle or having it
serviced. In Valet Mode, the security system will not arm, even with the remote
transmitter, but all convenience functions (door locks, trunk release, etc.) will
continue to work normally.
To enter or exit Valet Mode:
1. Turn the ignition On, and then Off.
2. Press and release the Valet button.
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The status LED will light solidly if you are entering Valet Mode, and it will go out
if you are exiting Valet Mode.
To enter or exit Valet Mode using the transmitter:
1. Open any vehicle door.
2. Press

, and then .
4. Press

again.
The status LED will light solidly if you are entering Valet Mode, and it will go out
if you are exiting Valet Mode.

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Remote start
You can remotely start and run your vehicle for a programmable period of time.
This makes it possible to warm up the engine, and adjust the interior tempera-
ture of the vehicle with the climate control system. If interior heating or cooling is
desired, the climate controls must be preset, and the fan blower must be set to
the desired level prior to remote starting the vehicle.
Never remote start your vehicle when the keys are
in the ignition, except when performing Valet Take-
Over - and Never start the vehicle if it is not in
PARK or NEUTRAL.
To remote start the vehicle:
Press1. on the transmitter for 1 second.
The parking lights flash to confirm that the vehicle is attempting to start.2.
In gasoline vehicles, the engine starts 4 seconds after the parking lights3.
flash. In diesel vehicles, the engine starts when the WAIT-TO-START indica-
tor on the vehicle’s dash goes out or the programmed delay has ended.
Once the vehicle has started, it runs for the pre-programmed period of time4.
(either 12, 24, or 60 minutes - see Programming Options section of this
guide) or until a shutdown input is triggered.
It is unsafe to operate a vehicle’s motor in a garage
or other closed off area. Breathing the exhaust from
the vehicle is hazardous to your health. Never acti-
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When you are ready to drive the vehicle:
Insert the ignition key and turn it to the On position.1.
Press the brake pedal.2.
Important: If the brake pedal is pressed before
the key is in the ON position, the engine will shut
down.
During remote start operation, the system monitors the vehicle and will automati-
cally shut down the engine if any of the following occurs.
The brake pedal is pressed.•
The hood is opened.•
The shutdown toggle switch is put into the OFF position.•
The pre-programmed run time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) has elapsed.•
Transmitter button• is pressed for 1 second.
➢Rear defogger
To turn the rear defogger output OFF:
1. Simultaneously press & release the

+ + buttons on the
remote control.
2. The lights will flash 2 times.
3. The rear defogger output will no longer activate when the vehicle is
remote started.
Important: When remote start is activated, the parking
lights turn off then flash 2-times before returning to their
normal output. Defogger output, if active, turns off.

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To turn the rear defogger output ON:
Simultaneously press & release the1.

+ + buttons on the re-
mote control.
The lights will flash 3 times.2.
The rear defogger output will once again activate when the vehicle is3.
remote started.
If the remote start is on, the lights turn off then flash 3-times before returning
to normal output. The defogger activates as programmed.
If the temperature is greater than 55° F when remote start is activated, the
rear defogger does not activate for that start.
➢Valet take-over
The Valet Take-Over feature allows the vehicle to remain running after the key
has been removed from the ignition. This feature is useful for occasions when
you wish to exit and lock the vehicle for short periods of time, but would like to
leave the motor running and the climate controls on.
To perform Valet Take-Over:
Before turning off the engine, press and release1. for 1 second - or
press and release the optional momentary switch, then wait five seconds.
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. (The engine will stay running.)2.
The engine will run until the pre-programmed time elapses or a shut-down3.
input is received. (See the previous Remote Start section for a complete list
of shut-down inputs.)
Valet Take Over does not work if the brake pedal is pressed.

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➢Timer mode
When you activate timer mode the system automatically starts the vehicle every
three hours for a maximum of 6 starts. The pre-programmed engine runtime is
12 minutes.
Press•

and

to activate timer mode. The parking lights flash four
times, and after a 1 second delay, the engine starts.
To shutdown the engine, press the remote start button• . The system
remains in timer mode and will continue to start every 3 hours unless
cancelled by turning on the ignition or by activating the brake, or neutral
safety shutdown wires.
The parking lights flash 4 times indicating timer mode is exited.•
Important! Timer Mode should be used only in open
areas. Never start and run the vehicle in an enclosed space such
as a garage or carport.
➢Short-run/turbo
Short run turbo mode keeps the engine running after arriving at you destination
for a programmable period of 1, 3, 5 or 10 minutes. This allows the system’s
timer to conveniently cool down the turbo after you have left the vehicle.
To activate:
Park the vehicle and set parking brake.1.
Remove your foot from the brake pedal and leave the engine running.2.
Press and release the3. and buttons at the same time. The lights
flash to indicate the remote start has entered short run turbo.
Turn off the key, the engine will keep running.4.
Exit and secure the vehicle.5.
The engine will turn off after the programmed run time.6.