Clifford 300UK Operating instructions

Table of Contents
Standard Features of the Concept 300..............3
Maintenance............................4
Welcome..............................4
Your remote controls........................5
How to use your remote controls ........................5
Quick reference: remote control functions.....................7
ACG 2™ (Anti-CodeGrabbing 2™) .......................7
Adding new remote controls ...........................8
How to erase the codes of lost or stolen remote controls .............8
Automatic remote control low-battery warning ..................8
Remote control battery replacement .......................8
Two-Point Internal AutoImmobilisation..............9
Optional Wireless FuelGuard Module™ .....................9
Engine Restart Feature ..............................9
Smart boot release option ....................9
False Alarm Prevention & FACT™.................10
AutoLock and AutoUnLock™ ....................10
AutoArming™ ...........................10
AutoArming enable/disable...........................10
Visual Acknowledgment.............................10
Lock upon AutoArming.............................10
Instant AutoArming Bypass...........................10
PlainView 2™ Coded Valet Mode .................11
Definitions..................................11
To enable valet mode............................11
Automatic exit of the valet mode.......................11
How to set your own secret valet code .....................12
Example...................................12
Remote controlled valet mode entry and exit ..................12
Keyless entry in valet mode ..........................12
Proximity Sensor III........................13
Remote controlled override of the Proximity Sensor ...............13
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Table of Contents (cont.)
How to interpret the LED status indicator............13
Automatic Battery-Saving Mode .........................13
How to interpret the chirps and indicator light flashes.....14
Smart AutoTesting™.......................14
Specific malfunction identification .......................14
Automatic malfunction bypass with AutoReMonitoring™ .............15
Multiple-event TotalRecall™...................15
Smart prior intrusion attempt alert ................15
Optional CliffNet Wizard™ & DataPort .............15
Timer options ...........................16
Remote controlled timed headlight activation option ...............16
Automatic remote window closure option ....................16
Automatic Window RollUp Instant Bypass...................16
SmartPowerUp™ 2 ........................16
Smart Self-Powered Medallion Siren with Digital ComLink...17
Unbreachable Digital ComLink .........................17
Smart-charging.................................17
Automatic low battery warning..........................17
Remote siren silencing.............................17
User-selectable chirp volume ..........................17
Long-term chirp silencing ............................17
Remote controlled chirp muting .........................17
Patented automatic noise abatement......................17
User-selectable features .....................18
Step-by-step programming instructions .....................18
Table of User-Selectable Features........................19
Warranty statement .......................20
Guarantee statement.......................20
Installation Certificate......................21
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Standard Features of the Concept 300
The following are standard features of this system. Some vehicles may require optional par ts/wiring and a few are incompatible with some features.
þThatcham-Evaluated
þLifetime Warranty
þUp-to-£250 theft protection guarantee
þTwo Remote Controls
nACG™ 2 (Anti-CodeGrabbing™)
nExtended Range
nAudible Low-Battery Warning
þBuilt-In Two-Point AutoImmobiliser™
nFailure-Proof Driving Safety
þPatented PlainView 2™ Coded Valet Mode
nUser-Selectable Remote Valet Mode Entry/Exit
nAutomatic Re-Enabling of Full Security
þProximity Sensor III
nRemote Sensor Override
þFACT—False Alarm Control and Test
þOptional DataPort™ Interface to Your Own PC
nPoint-and-Click Feature Programming
nSecureAccess™
þSmart Self-Powered Medallion Siren with Unbreachable Digital ComLink
nSmart Self-Powered Circuitry
nAutomatic Low Battery Warning
nDual-Mode “Chirp” Silencing
nQuietChirp™/LoudChirp™
nRemote Siren Silencing
þBuilt-In Door Lock Electronics
nUser-Selectable Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking
þRemote Panic with Smart Locking/Unlocking
þUser-Selectable AutoArming™
nLock upon AutoArming
nInstant AutoArm Bypass
þSmart Remote Boot Release Capability
þIntegrated Electronic Timer
nRemote Headlight Activation Capability or Remote Window Closure Capability
þBuilt-In Indicator Light Flasher with On-Board Relay
þRemote Controlled Courtesy Lighting
þSmart AutoTesting™ with Malfunction AutoBypass™ & AutoReMonitoring
þSmart Prior Intrusion Attempt Alert
þEight-Event TotalRecall™
þHigh-Luminescence LED Status Indicator with Automatic Battery-Saving Mode
þRemote Control Code Learning
þClear All Remotes
þMultiple-Car Control
þSmartPowerUp™ 2
þFull-Time SecureAccess™ Programming
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Welcome to the world of
high-technology vehicle security and convenience
C ongratulations on the purchase of your Concept 300, and thank you for choosing
Clifford Electronics World-Class Auto Security for your vehicle security needs!
Clifford has long been recognised as the world’s leading manufacturer of
high-technology vehicle security systems and accessories. Buying Clifford products has
always meant buying the best, and that commitment to technological innovation,
reliability and quality is clearly evident in the Thatcham-evaluated Concept 300.
Your Concept 300 is loaded with protective features and convenience benefits,
including our ACG 2™ (Anti-CodeGrabbing) that fights off thieves with
code-grabbers (a device similar to those that capture and “clone” cellular phones).
Clifford’s unique PlainView 2 Coded Valet Switch ensures that no thief can turn off
your Concept 300 like they can with other car alarms. The Smart Self-Powered
Medallion Siren with Digital ComLink will detect any theft-related wire tampering
and continue to sound even if the thief were to cut all the wires! Our new optional
CliffNet Wizard™ PC interface lets you test and set all the user-selectable features
on your computer screen. Our latest innovation, the optional Wireless FuelGuard
Module, makes theft by even the most skilled car thief virtually impossible since there
are no wires for the thief to trace! Plus there’s remote controlled valet mode, dual-point
immobilisation, an electronic interlock to prevent accidental activation of theoptional
remote boot release, smart automatic locking/unlocking if you ever need to “panic”
the system, full-time programming access, and much, much more. Yet despite all the
sophistication, you will find that your Concept 300 is amazingly easy to use: never
more difficult than a few presses of a button.
NOTE: Your system MUST be installed by an Authorised Clifford Dealer in
accordance with the instructions we supply them. The system is intended for
automobileswitha12-voltbatteryandpetrol-ordiesel-poweredengines.
NOTE: The Installation Certificate document must be completed by your
installer at the Authorised Clifford Dealer. Other than the remote controls,
this system has no user-serviceable parts. Your Authorised Clifford Dealer
can correct any system wiring problems and, if ever needed, can return any
malfunctioning component to Clifford Electronics for repair/replacement
under the terms printed on the supplied warranty card. Any alterations or
additions would automatically invalidate the warranty, antitheft guarantee
(if applicable) and invalidate the Installation Certificate.
Maintenance
Your Concept 300 requires no maintenance except for replacement of remote control
batteries when they reach the end of their useful life; see the Automatic low battery
warningand Remote control battery replacement sections on page 8. This product, like any
electrical device in your vehicle, requires that your vehicle battery be in proper working
order and fully charged. To ensure proper operation, periodically have your vehicle
battery “load-checked” at any local garage/mechanic and ask them to verify that the
charging system (alternator, etc.) is working properly. Also make sure the battery cables
and connections are tight and free from corrosion.
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Your remote controls
The 4-button remote controls of your Concept 300 are ultra-sophisticated miniature
radio transmitters each powered by a tiny3-volt lithiumbattery. A weak remote control
battery will reduce range (the system will warn you if the battery in your remote is
nearing the end of its useful life, see Automatic remote control low battery warningon page
8 for details). Electrical/radio frequency interference, buildings and other obstructions,
weather conditions and even sunspots can interrupt the signal from your remote to the
system. If this happens, repeatedly press the remote control button several times until
the system responds (this works better than holding the button down). The remote
controls are the keys to your system. But these remotes are much more secure than car
keys because each incorporates Clifford’s ACG 2™ (Anti-CodeGrabbing 2™) technology
with trillions of digital codes for the ultimate protection. You will use your Concept 300
remote control to arm and disarm the system, lock and unlock the doors,
activate/deactivate the panic feature, enable/exit valet mode and command options such
as a remote boot release, timed headlight activation, automatic closure of the power
windows, electric garage door interface and even remote starting of the engine and
heater or air conditioner, among other options.
TIP:Ifyoupress the top of the remotetoyourchin,you can increase the range
since your body acts as a large radio antenna (this is the same principle as a
station coming in more clearly when you touch the TV or radio antenna).
How to use your remote controls
Each of your two remote controls can command several different functions and options.
TO ARM, PRESS: You will heartwo chirpsand the indicator lights will flash twice.
The dashboard LED will flash repeatedly and your vehicle’s power
locks will automatically lock.
TO DISARM,
AGAIN PRESS:
One chirp and one indicator light flash confirms disarming. In
addition, the power locks will automaticallyunlock, the LED will
turn off and the interior lights will turn on and stay on for 30
seconds or until you start the engine, whichever occurs first.
TO ACTIVATE
THE PANIC
FEATURE, PRESS
AND HOLD:
Hold the button 3 seconds. The indicator lights will flash
repeatedly and the siren will blare until you press the button
again to turn it off. If the ignition is on (indicating you are in the
car), the doors will automatically lock to prevent an assailant from
entering (note: some vehicles are unable to lock the doors whilst
the ignition is on). If the ignition is off, the doors will unlock,
allowing you to enter immediately without fumbling with your keys.
TO REMOTELY OPEN
THE BOOT, PRESS:
If you have the remote boot release option, pressing the
button whilst the system is disarmed will release the boot latch (see
Smart boot release option on page 9 for more information). If you do
not have the boot release option, you may assign this button to
activate one of the other functions noted in column 4 of theTable
of User-Selectable Featureson page 19, or it can be programmed
into a Clifford ACG 2 electric garage door/entry gateopener
interface or a Concept 100, 300, 400 or 600 on your other car.
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TO ACTIVATE THE
TIMED HEADLIGHTS,
PRESS:
If you have the remote timed headlight activation option, pressing
the button will turn on the headlights for any duration you
wish between one second and 4 minutes (the factory setting is 10
seconds; see User-selectablefeatures on pages 18-19). If you do not
have this option, you may assign this button to activate one of the
other functions noted in column 4 of theTable of User-Selectable
Features on page 19, or it can be programmed into a Clifford ACG
2 electric garage door/entry gate opener interface or a Concept
100, 300, 400 or 600 on your other vehicle.
TO REMOTELY START
THE ENGINE, PRESS:
✱
The ✱button is factory-set to activate the IntelliStart 4* remote
engine starting accessory. If you do not have this option, you may
assign this button to activate one of the other functions noted in
column 4 of theTable of User-Selectable Featureson page 19, or it
can be programmed into a Clifford ACG 2 electric garage
door/entry gate opener interface or a Concept 100, 300, 400 or
600 on your other vehicle.
TO ARM OR DISARM
SILENTLY, PRESS:
AND✱
By simultaneously pressing both the button and the ✱
button, you can arm or disarm with all the indications previously
noted except the chirp acknowledgments. Silent arming and
disarming is handy when parking late at night in a quiet
residential area.
TO REMOTELY
ENABLE OR EXIT
VALET MODE, PRESS:
AND ✱
By simultaneously pressing both the button and the✱
button, you can enable or exit your Concept 300’s valet mode (see
page 11 for details on valet mode). Two indicator light flashes
confirm remote enabled valet mode entry, a single flash confirms
valet mode exit. If you prefer, you may turn off remote controlled
valet mode as noted in the User-selectable features section on pages
18-19 so that the system cannot be placed in valet mode via the
remote control.
TO REMOTELY
VENT OR OPEN THE
WINDOWS, PRESS:
AND
If you have the SmartWindows 4 option, simultaneously pressing
both the and button will fully open the power windows
if the system is disarmed. If the system is in its armed state when
you press this button combination, SmartWindows 4 will vent the
windows slightly for ventilation on hot days. Please note that a
SmartWindows 4 module will control two power windows,
additional modules may be added to control additional windows.
SmartWindows 4 is not compatible with some vehicles.
TO OVERRIDE THE
PROXIMITY
SENSOR, PRESS:
AND
Pressing buttons and within 10 seconds of arming will
override your Concept 300 system’s Proximity Sensor III.
Confirmation of this remote controlled sensor override is
acknowledged with 4 flashes of the indicator lights (see Remote
controlled override of the Proximity Sensor III on page 13).
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QUICK REFERENCE: REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
FunctionPress button(s):
Arm or disarm and lock or unlock the doors
Optional wired accessory #1 (usually remote boot release)*
Silentlyarm or disarm and lock or unlock the doors+✱
Optional wired accessory #2 (usually headlight activation)*
Unassigned or IntelliStart 4** accessory engine start/stop*✱
Unassigned or SmartWindows 4 accessory full open or vent* +
Unassigned*+ ✱
Unassigned or IntelliStart 4** LowBattery/LowTemp AutoStart as
well as standard transmission SafeStart (see IntelliStart 4 manual)+
Remote valet mode entry/exit (see page 12) +✱
Remote Proximity Sensor override (see page 13) +
* These buttons can be assigned to control Concept 100, 300, 400 or 600 systems and accessories on your other vehicles.
** This feature/accessory is not evaluated by Thatcham.
ACG 2™ (Anti-CodeGrabbing 2™)
ACG 2 protects you and your automobile from the most effective and onerous car
stealing device ever used by car thieves — a code-grabber. Code-grabbers literally record,
from hundreds of feet away, the code sent by your car alarm remote control
(code-grabbers are very similar to, but simpler than, cellphone “cloning” devices). The
thief then simply plays back the code when you’re gone, instantly disarming the alarm
and unlocking the doors. It’s like leaving your keys and remote on the bonnet.
Many alarms can be defeated that easily, and some of the latest “smart” code-grabbers
can even decipher the code hopping/jumping sequence used by other car alarm
manufacturers.
In contrast, Clifford Concept Series systems use complex digital signal processing and
unbreachable code encryption to randomly change the digital code every time you use
the remote control. Your remotes will never transmit the same code twice, and the
control unit will never accept the same code twice.
Thus the code recorded and played back by the thief’s code-grabber — even the latest
generation smart code-grabbers— will never be accepted by your Concept 300 system.
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Adding new remote controls
For other drivers of the vehicle in your family, you can purchase additional remote
controls from any Clifford Dealer (or ring our UK Customer Service Department on
0800 929949 or 0181 646 8440) and program them into your Concept 300 system
yourself.
Each Concept 300 will respond to as many as four Concept 100, 300, 400, 600 type
remote controls.
NOTE: Your Concept 300 will respond only to Concept 100, 300, 400 and 600
type ACG 2 remote controls. Older Clifford ACG and non-ACG remote
controls are not compatible with the Concept 300.
To add a new remote control to the system, use the Add new remote feature (column 1,
row 1) of the User-selectable features on pages 18-19.
You may also assign unused buttons and/or button combinations from the remote
controls of other Concept 100, 300, 400 and 600 systems to your Concept 300 as noted
in column 4 of the User-selectable featureson pages 18-19.
How to erase the codes of lost or stolen remote controls
If one of your remotes is ever lost or stolen, you can erase it from the memory to make
sure that the missing remote control can never again be used to disarm your system.
To do so, you will use theClear All Remotes feature noted on the Table of User-Selectable
Features (feature column 2, row 6) on page 19. ThisClear All Remotesfeature will erase
all remote controls from the Concept 300 memory. Then simply reprogram each
remaining and/or replacement remote control as noted in the Adding new remote controls
section above.
Automatic remote control low-battery warning
If your remote control battery is very low, you will hear an unusually low-pitched chirp
whenever you remotely disarm rather than the chirp that you normally hear. Your
Concept 300 system will continue to sound this low-pitched chirp warning every time
you disarm until you replace the battery.
Since this is a warning indication, you will hear this low-battery warning even if you use
the and ✱button combination silent disarming feature (see page 6 & 7).
Remote control battery replacement
Replacement of a remote control battery is simple, but any Authorised Clifford Dealer
will be happy to do it for you without cost provided that you buy the replacement battery
at their shop (it’s a good idea to keep a spare of each battery type in your glove box just
in case).
1.Insert a small, thin screwdriver blade in the slot near the keyring opening (you may
leave the keyring in place) and turn it to separate the two halves.
2.Remove the old battery noting the + and – indications and replace it with the new one.
3.Put the enclosure back together by first aligning the top of the remote, then snapping
the case back together at the bottom.
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Two-Point Internal AutoImmobilisation
Whilst armed, your Concept 300 assures your vehicle is immobilised by automatically
locking out both the ignition and starter. The system’s dual internal immobilisation
circuits ensure that a thief will not be able to start your vehicle’s engine even if he had a
duplicate of your car key. What’s more, even if he were to find the system control unit
and tear it out of your vehicle, he still would be unable to start your car’s engine!
However, unlike AutoArming described on page 10, AutoImmobilisation occurs 30
seconds after you turn off the ignition regardless of whether you open or close any doors.
What’s more, disabling the AutoArming feature has no effect on AutoImmobilisation.
When you remotely disarm your Concept 300 system, the AutoImmobilisation circuits
automatically disengage. You then have 30 seconds to start the engine (or turn the
ignition switch to its “ON” position). If more than 30 seconds pass, the immobiliser will
automatically reactivate. This will be visually indicated by the LED repeatedly flashing,
but at a slower rate than that of the normal rapid “armed” indication flash rate.
To disarm the AutoImmobiliser, use the remote control to arm and then
disarmthesystem,orturnonthe ignition and pressbutton onthe remote
control.
Optional Wireless FuelGuard Module™
Our ingenious optional Wireless FuelGuard Module makes your vehicle undrivable by
interrupting the fuel delivery system whilst the system is armed, and it can’t be defeated
even by the most sophisticated thief.
Why not? Because this unique Clifford innovation unfailingly provides reliable fuel pump
obstruction without any wires connecting it to the system control unit. That means that
a thief would not be able to find the Wireless FuelGuard Module even if he tried locating
and tracing the system wires, since there are no wires for him to trace! Operation is
completely automatic and user-transparent.
If you have had the optional Wireless FuelGuard Module installed, make
sure to keep the record your Clifford installer provides as to the Wireless
FuelGuard Module location in case your vehicle needs future servicing.
Engine Restart Feature
Thirty seconds after shutting down the engine, the Two-Point AutoImmobilisation
electronics (and the Wireless FuelGuard Module, if you have this option) will engage,
preventing engine starting. To restart the engine, simply do the following:
1. Turn your ignition switch to the “ON” position.
2.Press button on the remote control. This will disengage the immobilisation.
3.You may now start the engine.
Smart boot release option
If the optional remote boot release feature was installed, you may use the button on
the remote control to release the boot latch. Your system has a built-in electronic interlock to
preventunintentional activation of the remote boot release when you drive, or when the
system is armed. This interlock requires installer programming, so if you have remote
boot release, you may want to verify that it will NOT activate whilst the system is armed.
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False Alarm Prevention & FACT™
With Clifford’s patented FACT (False Alarm Control and Test) feature, you’ll never
experience repeated false alarms. If the siren sounds, DO NOT remotely disarm the
system; allow it to run for the full 30-second siren duration.
Before sounding the siren a second time, your Concept 300 system will automatically
check for another activated sensor or trigger to verify that an intrusion is in progress.
Should the siren sound again, you will know for sure that someone is tampering with
your vehicle. (If you wish, you may turn off FACT, see User-selectable features on pages
18-19.)
AutoLock and AutoUnLock
Please note: The AutoLock and AutoUnLock features are not available on
some vehicles, such as Volkswagen and Audi.
For safety, the system will automatically lock your vehicle’s power door locks the instant
you turn on the ignition switch (e.g., when starting the engine). When you turn the
ignition switch off (e.g., when shutting down the engine), the AutoUnLock feature will
automatically unlock the doors. To suit your preferences, you may turn on or off either or
both the AutoLock and/or AutoUnLock features (seeUser-selectable featureson pages
18-19).
AutoArming™
If this AutoArming feature is enabled and you forget to arm your Concept 300 with its
remote control, the system will automatically arm itself 30 seconds after the vehicle
doors are closed and the interior light(s) have turned off.
For your convenience, if you re-open any door(s) within the 30-second countdown,
AutoArming restarts the 30-second delay from the beginning after all doors are closed.
Concept 300 has these additional AutoArming features:
nAutoArming enable/disable: If you prefer, you may deactivate or reactivate the
AutoArming feature. SeeUser-selectable featureson pages 18-19.
nVisual acknowledgment: Five seconds after you shut off the engine,exit the vehicle,
close all the doors and the interior light has turned off, the indicator lights will flash
twice to confirm the AutoArming countdown is progressing; 25 seconds later, the
system will AutoArm.
nLock upon AutoArming: To ensure you can’t accidentally lock your keys inside the
car, the system is factory-set notto lock the doors upon AutoArming. To change this
setting, see User-selectable features on pages 18-19.
nInstant AutoArming bypass:Prevents AutoArming when fuelling the vehicle and at
other times when you wish to temporarily bypass the AutoArming feature. To activate
the Instant AutoArming Bypass, rapidly turn the ignition switch to “ON” then “OFF.”
You will hear a single siren chirp to confirm that the system will not AutoArm. Your
Concept 300 system will automatically revert to its normal operating mode when you
next start the engine.
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PlainView 2™ Coded Valet Mode
All car alarms have a valet mode that essentially turns off the security features. This
mode is also used to turn off the alarm if the system is not responding to the remote
control. However, thieves can disable other alarm brands in seconds by simply hotwiring
the ignition and flicking the alarm’s easy-to-find “hidden”valet switch.
In contrast, your Concept 300 system has safeguards that ensure a thief cannot enable the
valet mode as a way of “turning off” your system. How? To enablevalet mode, the driver must
first enter the secret valet code on the PlainView 2 switch. When the system is in valet
mode, it overrides the AutoArming feature (see page 10) and all other security features. At
various times, you will need to switch the system off. For instance, when refuelling or
washing your car.
Your system’s factory-set valet code is noted on the back cover of
this manual.
NOTE: If you temporarily lose the use of your remote controls, you can disarm
the system by enabling valet mode.
Definitions
nDigit:A digit is defined as any number from 0 to 9, inclusive.
nValet code: A valet code may be 1 to 4 digits in length, but the first digit may not be a zero:
A 1-digit code = any number between 1-9
A 2-digit code = any number between 10-99
A 3-digit code = any number between 100-999
A 4-digit code = any number between 1000-9999
nPlainView 2 switch: A two-button switch mounted on the dashboard or console. One
of the buttons is marked with a raised ✱, the other is unmarked. Each time you drive
your car, you must enter your secret valet code via the SmartPowerUp 22 switch.
nEntering a digit: To enter a digit, you press and release the ✱button of the PlainView
2 switch the number of times of the digit to be entered, followed by pressing the unmarked
button. To enter a zero, you simply press and release the unmarked button.
nEntering a code: To enter your code, just repeat the above for each digit of your code.
EXAMPLE: To enter a code of 1203, you would press and release
the buttons thusly: ✱unmarked, ✱✱ unmarked, unmarked, ✱✱✱
unmarked.
NOTE: You may NOT select a code that begins with a zero. The
first digit of your code must be 1–9.
To enable valet mode
1.Turn the ignition switch to its “ON” position or start the engine if it is not already
running.
2.Enter your valet code on the PlainView 2 switch.
3.Continuepressing the unmarked button for 3-4 seconds. Release the button. The LED
will continue to remain on for ongoing visual confirmation of valet mode.
Automatic exit of the valet mode
In compliance with Thatcham requirements, the system automatically exits valet mode
the next time the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position (e.g., when the engine is
started).
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How to set your own secret valet code
You may choose any 1-, 2-, 3- or 4-digit code, but the first digit must not be a zero (e.g.,
1023 is a valid code, 0123 would not be a valid code). You can also change your valet
code whenever and wherever you want. See User-selectable featureson pages 18-19.
Example
Let’s say you want to set a valet code of 2301. To do so, you would do the following:
1.From the Table of user-selectable features on page 19, you would note that the Set a
new secret disarming/valet codefeature is in column 2, row 7.
2. Enter program mode by turning on the ignition, entering your current valet code,
then pressing and holding the PlainView 2 switch’s ✱button for 3 seconds until you
hear a chirp.
3.Select column 2 by pressing the unmarked button twice. After a brief pause, you will
hear 2 chirps to confirm that you have selected feature column 2.
4.Within 5 seconds, select row 7 by pressing and releasing the PlainView 2 ✱button 7
times. To help you count, you will hear a chirp each time you press the ✱button. After 7
presses, immediately press the unmarked button, then immediately enter your new code.
Example: To enter 4301 as your new code, you would press the switch buttons
inthismanner: ✱✱✱✱unmarked,✱✱✱unmarked, unmarked,✱unmarked.
5.Wait for the 2-chirp confirmation.
6.Turn off the ignition to exit program mode (you’ll hear a 3-chirp confirmation).
7.VERY IMPORTANT: You must immediately test your new secret valet code:
Turn on the ignition, enter your new code, then press and hold the unmarked button
for 3 seconds. The LED will illuminate to indicate that the system is in valet mode (see
page 11 for information on valet mode). Turn the ignition off. The system is now in valet
mode.
If the LED does not illuminate, the new code you programmed and the one
youjust entered do not match. In such a case, the system will revert to the
previous code.
8.To exit valet mode and return to normal operation, turn the ignition on. The LED
will turn off to indicate that the system has exited valet mode and is now in normal
operating mode. You may now turn off the ignition.
Remote controlled valet mode entry and exit
You can even enable or exit valet mode with your remote control simply by
simultaneously pressing the and ✱buttons. In addition to the LED indications
noted above, two indicator light flashes will confirm that you have remotely enabled
valet mode, a single flash confirms valet mode exit. If you prefer, you may turn off remote
controlled valet mode as noted in the User-selectable features section on pages 18-19 so
that the system cannot be placed in valet mode via the remote control.
Keyless entry in valet mode
Even if the valet mode is enabled, you can still remotely control the system’s
convenience features and accessories. For instance, pressing the button as if you
were disarming will unlock the doors (indicated by one indicator light flash) and turn on
the interior light(s). Press the button again and the doors will lock (confirmed by
two flashes). You may also use the other remote control buttons to activate options such
as a remote boot release or remote engine starting.
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Proximity Sensor III
Your Concept 300 has our unique Proximity Sensor III, which uses digital signal
processing to detect movement inside the passenger compartment. If a thief were to
break a window and either enter or lean into the passenger compartment, this sensor
would detect this movement and would trigger the alarm.
Be aware that the Proximity Sensor uses radar waves to detect movement in the
passenger compartment. These radar waves pass through nonmetallic materials such as
plastic, carpet, glass and wood. However, metal and metallic-colored paint,
metallic-colored plastic and even some metallic film window tinting materials will
interfere with or completely block the sensor’s radar waves. As such, it is not unusual
that the Proximity Sensor zones may need a little readjustment when you first have the
Concept 300 installed. In some instances, your Clifford installer may need to try a
different location for the sensor.
Keep in mind that metal objects above or near the Proximity Sensor location
will have a significant impact on operation, so you should never place coins,
CDs, cassettes (iron oxide tape) or other metallic objects above or near
where the sensor is mounted.
Your Authorised Clifford Dealer can make any sensor adjustments needed.
Remote controlled override of the Proximity Sensor III
Pressing button combination and after remote arming will override the
Proximity Sensor (confirmed with 4 indicator light flashes). This comes in handy when
you must temporarily leave a pet or a passenger in the vehicle. The sensor is
automatically restored the next time you arm.
How to interpret the LED status indicator
The LED status indicator mounted on your vehicle’s dashboard or console will inform
you of the system status:
LED ConditionMeaning
OffSystem is disarmed and in normal operating mode (i.e., valet mode is off)
On Valet mode is on, the vehicle may be entered without having to disarm
Flashing rapidly
(ignition off)System is armed and protecting your vehicle
Flashing slowly
(ignition on or off) System is disarmed but the AutoImmobilisation points have engaged
(see page 9)
Pause between slow
flashes (ignition on)Either a malfunction (see Smart AutoTestingon page 14) or an intrusion
was attempted (see Smart prior intrusion attempt on page 15)
Automatic Battery-Saving Mode
To conserve vehicle battery power (the LED draws more current than the entire control
unit), if your Concept 300 system has remained continuously armed for 48 hours, the
flash rate will automatically slow to half the normal rate. After 96 hours, it slows to
one-quarter.
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How to interpret the chirps and indicator light flashes
Whenyou use theremote control, thesystem responds withchirps (unlessthe chirp muting
feature is turned on) and indicator light flashes.These chirp/flash acknowledgments mean:
Chirps/flashesMeaning
1You have disarmed the system
OR (flash only) you have remotely exited valet mode (see page 12)
2You have armed the system
OR (flashes only) you have remotely entered valet mode (see page 12)
2 and then 4Armed but there is a door open (if there was a 5-sec. Delay)
OR the sensor is malfunctioning (if there was a 10-sec. delay) (see Smart
AutoTestingbelow)
3Disarmed but there was an intrusion attempt whilst you were away
(see Smart prior intrusion attempt on page 15)
4Armed but the bonnet or boot is ajar (see Smart AutoTesting below) or
(flashes only) confirms remote override of the Proximity Sensor (see page 13)
Smart AutoTesting™
Each time you remotely arm the system, it tests all triggers and sensors. If the bonnet or
bootis open when you remotely arm, the system will immediatelyalert you of the
problem by sounding 4 chirpsand 4 indicator light flashesinstead of the usual 2 and 2. If
adoor is ajar, you will receive the usual 2 chirps and flashes, then, 5 seconds later, there
will be 4 chirpsand 4 flashes. (This door ajar warning will not work on vehicles that
have factory-delayed courtesy lights). If a sensor is malfunctioning, you will receive the
usual 2 chirps and 2 flashes, then, 10 seconds later, there will be 4 chirpsand 4 flashes.
NOTE:Since this is a warning indication, you will hear the 4 chirps even if you
use the chirp muting feature.
Specific malfunction identification
The system can also indicate thespecific trigger or sensor that is malfunctioning. If you
get the 4-chirp/4-flash signal upon arming, perform the following to identify the
malfunctioning trigger or sensor:
1.Remotely disarm, then turn on the ignition. The LED status indicator inside your
vehicle will be flashing, pause, then repeat.
2.Count the number of flashes in one cycle between pauses (for your convenience, the
flash cycle repeats a total of 5 times) and refer to the chart below:
LED flashes Meaning
1 flash Activation of Proximity Sensor
2 flashesActivation of optional vibration/impact or tilt/motion sensor
4 flashes*Door open/ajar
5 flashesBoot/bonnet open/ajar (boot only if you have the IntelliStart 4** option)
6 flashesBonnet open/ajar (only if you have the IntelliStart 4** option)
7 flashesIgnition switch was turned on whilst the system was armed
8 flashesThree or more incorrect valet codes were entered
10 flashesPower tampering or the vehicle battery is very low
* If your vehicle has a factory-installed feature that turns off or dims the interior courtesy lights
several seconds after you exit the vehicle, the system cannot provide this indication.
** This feature/accessory is not evaluated by Thatcham.
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Automatic malfunction bypass with AutoReMonitoring™
To provide protection even if a component malfunctions, the system automatically bypass
any faulty point and arm all other triggers and sensors to provide the utmost possible
protection until you can have the system serviced by your local Authorised Clifford
Dealer. If you accidentally armed with the bonnet, boot or a door open, just close the
open point (no need to disarm-and-rearm) and the system will again monitor that point.
Multiple-event TotalRecall™
The system’s memory records the identity of the last eight activated ormalfunctioning
triggers and sensors, which allows your installer to instantly track down malfunctions. To
identify the triggers and sensors held in the system’s memory, use the following procedure:
1.Remotely arm and disarm while pressing and holding the unmarked button on the
PlainView 2 switch.
2. The LED will flash 1-10 times to indicate the most recently activated point, pause,
flash 1-10 times to indicate the second most recently activated point, and so on.
3. Write down the number of flashes between pauses and refer to the chart on the
previous page.
Smart prior intrusion attempt alert
If you hear three chirps when you disarm with the remote control, it means that a trigger
or sensor was activated in your absence. When you enter the vehicle and turn on the
ignition (or start the engine), the LED will flash 1-10 times, pause, then repeat the flash
cycle 4 more times. Count the number of flashes in one cycle and refer to the chart on
the previous page.
Optional CliffNet Wizard™ & DataPort
If you opted to have the Clifford DataPort interface connector installed with your
Concept 300, you can use our CliffNet Wizard software to access your system through
your PC (Microsoft Windows™ required). Doing so provides a wealth of benefits:
nPoint-and-Click Feature Programming— Programming the system’s many features
is easy with the PlainView 2 Switch. But setting and selecting features via the optional
CliffNet Wizard is a true joy. The intuitive graphical user interface of CliffNet Wizard
will actually show you, on your PC screen, the on/off and other settings of each user-
programmable feature. You can change settings simply by mouse-clicking the graphical
button for each feature. Now you can customise features, add or delete remote
controls, change remote control button assignments, set timers, view a chronological
history of trigger and sensor activations, and much more whilst actually having fun!
nSecureAccess™— What if a clever thief tries using his laptop to control your system?
We know that could happen. That’s why we doubly protect access to the system. In
order to “connect” with the control unit, the system must first be disarmed with your
remote control and you must enter your secret valet code.
If you are interested in learning more about these capabilities and enhancements to your
Concept 300, you’ll find extensive details at our Internet Website at
www.clifford.com/wizard. If you already have this option, please refer to the CliffNet
Wizard manual and/or online help for specific operating instructions (you may also
download any enhancements or revisions to CliffNet Wizard from our website at
www.clifford.com/wizard).
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Timer options
The system’s built-in electronic timer can be optionally wired to provide one of several
different functions. Ask your Authorised Clifford Dealer for further details:
Remote controlled timed headlight activation option
The system’s built-in timer can be wired through an optional relay to provide remote
controlled headlight activation for any duration you wish between 1 second and 4 minutes,
allowing you to remotely light your way to and from the vehicle by pressing the
button on your remote control.
Automatic remote window closure option
The timer can be wired with an optional relay to automatically close the windows upon
remote arming on vehicles with a feature that closes them if the key is held in the
driver's door (this is a feature on several European cars). These cars have a special circuit
to detect when each window is fully closed and cuts power to that motor.
If your vehicle does not have this feature, Clifford’s Window RollUp Module is needed.
One module can control two power windows.
We also offer a more advanced SmartWindows 4 module that does the same thing, but
also allows you to remotely roll down the windows after disarming and remotely vent
them open slightly for ventilation on hot days. Inside the car, SmartWindows 4 also
provides one-touch full open, one-touch full close and one-touch stop to each of your
factory window control switches.
Automatic Window RollUp Instant Bypass
If you have the automatic window closure option, you may arm without automatically
closing the windows. This is handy on hot days by allowing you to leave one or more
windows slightly open for ventilation whilst the system remains armed.
To do so, simply turn the ignition switch to “ON” and then “OFF” rapidly. You will hear
a chirp confirmation (this action also activates Instant AutoArming Bypass noted on page
10). When you then exit and arm, the system will not close the windows. Normal
operation is restored the next time you arm.
SmartPowerUp™ 2
If power to your Concept 300 system is ever removed, the SmartPowerUp 2 feature
automatically restores the system’s previous state when power is restored.
So if a thief tampers with the power, the system instantly re-arms and sounds the siren
(your vehicle will remain immobilized even without power). For vehicle servicing, just
put the system in valet mode. If your mechanic must interrupt power, the system will
automatically return to valet mode when power is restored; there will be no alarm
activation.
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Smart Self-Powered Medallion Siren with Digital ComLink
This siren has its own built-in back-up battery, so even if a thief cuts all the wires, the
siren will continue to wail. Furthermore, this unique Clifford-designed and manufactured
siren has all these important additional enhancements:
nUnbreachable Digital ComLink: Clifford’s ingenious Digital ComLink is a serial
communications link that ensures that — if the system fuse is pulled, or if power to the
system is interrupted, or if any siren wire is tampered with whilst the system is armed
— the siren will instantly activate for five minutes. However, if the system is disarmed
and power is interrupted for authorised servicing, the siren will remain silent. This
eliminates the need for a special separate shutoff key common to other battery-backed
sirens. This ingenious Clifford feature guards against any possibility of a thief tampering
with your system siren.
nSmart-charging:Other car alarm battery-backed sirens continually draw their
charging current from your vehicle’s battery. If the vehicle is left parked for several
days, this can drain the car’s battery. Clifford’s Smart Self-Powered Medallion Siren
only draws charging current whilst the vehicle’s ignition is on, i.e., whilst you’re
driving. This prevents battery drain.
nAutomatic low battery warning:If at any time the Smart Self-Powered Medallion
Siren’s back-up battery voltage is very low, the usual arm and disarm chirps will be
muted automatically to alert you of the problem. Once the back-up battery is charged,
the chirps will automatically be restored.
nRemote siren silencing: If the system is triggered by a non-threatening event, you
can silence the siren without having to remotely disarm and then re-arm. Simply press
button on the remote control whilst the siren is sounding. You’ll hear two chirps
(the usual armed indication) to confirm the system has remained armed. If, however,
you press button 1 whilst the siren is sounding and either the vehicle’s ignition is on or
the bonnet, boot or a door is open, you will instead hear 4 chirps to indicate this may
indeed be a genuine theft attempt.
nUser-selectable chirp volume: You can control the volume of your Concept 300
system’s arm and disarm chirps. As shipped from the factory, your Concept 300 system
issues QuietChirp™ acknowledgments. If you prefer, you may select the full-volume
LoudChirp™ acknowledgments. See theUser-selectable featuressection on pages 18-19.
nLong-term chirp silencing: Whenever you wish, you may silence your Concept 300’s
arm and disarm chirps on a long-term basis until you later decide to restore them. Your
vehicle’s indicator light flashes will continue to provide visual confirmation of remote
controlled system arming and disarming. SeeUser-selectable featureson pages 18-19.
nRemote controlled chirp muting: Remote controlled chirp muting capabilities are
especially valuable when parking late at night in a quiet residential area or any other
time when you want to arm or disarm silently. To arm or disarm silently, just
simultaneously press buttons and ✱on the remote control instead of the usual
arming/disarming button alone.
nPatented automatic noise abatement: Alarm sounding is limited to five 30-second
siren duration cycles even if a door is left open in the wake of an intrusion to ensure
against car battery drain or towing due to noise pollution ordinances. Your Concept
300 system then automatically resets and monitors all other inputs to provide the
utmost possible protection.
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User-selectable features
Concept 300 lets you set many of its features to your own preferences. Once you’ve
changed a few settings, you’ll find that programming Concept 300 is so easy you can
even do it whilst driving! The system features are preprogrammed as noted by the bold
type in the Table of user-selectable featureson page 19. To change any of the settings, use
the steps noted below. To restore the feature to its factory setting, just repeat the
procedure.
NOTE: For even greater programming ease and even more system control,
consider the CliffNet Wizard option noted above.
Step-by-step programming instructions
1. Refer to the Table of user-selectable features and make note of the column (across)
number and the row (down) number of the feature(s) you wish to program.
2.Turn the ignition on, or start the engine (skip this step if the engine is running).
3.Enter your valet code (see page 11), then press and hold the ✱button of the
PlainView 2 switch for about 3 seconds until you hear a siren chirp. Release the
button.
4.Select the feature column:Press and release the unmarked button of the PlainView 2
switch the same number of times as the column number. Pause. You will hear the
same number of chirps as the column number you have selected, audibly confirming
your selection.
5.Select the feature row:Press and release the ✱button the same number of times as the
feature’s row number. You’ll will hear a chirp each time you press.
NOTE:Youhave 5 seconds toenterthe row numberafterselecting thecolumn
number. If you wait too long, the system jumps back to the “Feature Select”
position (this is indicated with 3 chirps). If you wait another 60 seconds, the
system will exit program mode.
6.Pause. You will hear either one or two chirps: Two chirps = ON, one chirp = OFF
(If there is a NOTEfor the selected feature, perform the actions noted).
Some features, such as Chirps (column 2, row 1) have multiple settings.
Reselect the feature additional times to progress through each setting.
7.You may nowselect another feature or exit program mode:
a.To select another feature in that same column, repeat step 5 within the next 5
seconds (after 5 seconds, 3 chirps mean you are back to the “Feature Select”
position).
b.To select a different feature column, go to step 4.
c.To exit program mode, turn the ignition off (you’ll hear 3 chirps and the LED will
turn off to indicate exit of program mode). If driving, just wait 60 seconds and the
system will automatically exit program mode.
If you make an error, just turn off the ignition and start again.
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Table of User-Selectable Features
Feature Select1 unmarked press2 unmarked presses3 unmarked presses4 unmarked presses
1✱ pressAdd new remote
NOTE 1 Chirps: off/loud/quiet (1/2/3chirps) AutoArming: off/on NOTE 4—Other vehicle’sremote: arm/disarm (1 then 2 chirps)
2✱ presses NOT USED NOT USED Lock upon AutoArming: off/on NOTE 5 — Other vehicle’sremote:
boot release* (2 chirps)
3✱ pressesNOT USEDRemote valet mode via
buttons and✱: off/onNOT USEDNOTE 5 — Other vehicle’sremote:
silent arm and disarm (3 chirps)
4✱ presses NOT USED AutoStart**: both off/both on/temp
only/battery only (1/2/3/4 chirps)FACT: off/on NOTE 5— Other vehicle’sremote:
remote engine starting**(4 chirps)
5✱ pressesAutoLock: off/on NOT USEDNOT USEDNOTE 5 — Other vehicle’sremote:
timed headlight activation* (5 chirps)
6✱ presses AutoUnLock: off/on Clear all remotes
NOTE 2NOT USEDNOTE 5 — Other vehicle’sremote:
window rolldown/venting* (6 chirps)
7✱ pressesReset all features (except remotes
and valet code) to factory settingsSet a new secret valet code NOTE 3NOT USED NOTE 5 — Other vehicle’sremote:
remote valet mode (7 chirps)
* Requires an optional accessory: ask your Authorised Clifford Dealer about this feature.
** Requires the optional Clifford IntelliStart 4 accessory not evaluated by Thatcham.
NOTE 1:Press the button of the new remote. You’ll hear one chirp. Press button
again.You’ll hear two chirps to confirm the new remote control has been added.
NOTE 2:You’ll hear two chirps to indicate all remotes have been cleared from memory.
You must now add new/existing remotes with the “Add newremote” feature (column 1,
row 1).
NOTE 3:Immediately press the unmarked button, enter your new code, wait for the two
chirps, then turn off the ignition (you’ll hear 3 chirps to confirm program mode exit). You
MUST now turn the ignition back on and then re-enter your new code. If the LED flashes
on, your new code has been accepted. If the LED does not light, the two codes did not
match and the system has reverted to your previous code.
NOTE 4:This allows you to arm/disarm your system with an unused button or button
combinationonthe remote control of a Concept 100, 300, 400or600system on your other
vehicle(s). For instance, to set button ✱of the other car’s remote control to arm and disarm
your Concept 300, select column 4, row 1, then press button ✱(you’ll hear one chirp).
Immediately press button ✱a second time (you’ll hear a 2-chirp confirmation). Button ✱
of the other vehicle’s remote will now arm/disarm your Concept 300 on this car.
NOTE 5:The features in this column allow you to control your Concept 300withtheACG
2remote control of a Clifford systemon your other vehicle(s). Just selectthe function you
wish, then transmit the unused button or button combination on the other remote that you
wantto use to perform that function (you will then hear thechirps noted). Please note that you
must first set a button or button combination on the remote that will arm/disarm the system
(column4, row 1) before these others willbe accepted.

Lifetime limited factory warranty terms & conditions
Clifford vehicle security systems and accessories require professional installation by an Authorised Clifford
Dealer. Unless the system is sold and installed by an Authorised Clifford Dealer, all productwarranties and
guaranteesarevoid. Asthe manufacturer,Clifford Electronics warrantsto theoriginalco nsumerpurchaser,
thesystemcontrolunitandremotecontrolstobefreefromdefectsinmaterialandworkman shipforaslongas
youownthevehicleinwhichthesystemwasoriginallyinstalled.Allotherpartsofthesyst emandaccessories
tothesystemarewarrantedtobefreefromdefectsinmaterialandworkmanshipforone(1)yearfromthedate
of purchase. Clifford Electronics will repair or replace, at its option and free of charge d uring the warranty
period, any system component that proves defective in material or workmanship under normal installation,
use, and service, provided the product is returned to our factory by an Authorised Clifford De aler,
transportationchargesprepaid. Products returnedtoourfactorymustbeaccompaniedbya photocopyoft he
purchasereceipt.Intheabsence of such purchasereceipt, thewarrantyperiodshall be one(1) yearfromthe
dateof manufacture.Anydamage to theproduct(s) as aresult of misuse,abuse, neglect,accident, incorrect
wiring, improper installation, destruction or alteration of the serial number, repair oralteration outside our
factory,oranyuseviolative of instructions furnishedby us willvoid the warranty.This w arranty islimited to
defectivepartsandspecificallyexcludesanyincidentalorconsequentialdamagesconn ectedtherewith.This
warrantyis nottransferable.Clifford Electronicsmakesno warranty againsttheft.This warra nty isnotto be
construed as an insurance policy against loss. Warranty on installation labor, removal an d reinstallation
charges are not the responsibility of Clifford Electronics, Inc.
Up-to-£250 theft protection guarantee terms & conditions
Inthe eventthatyourautomobileisstolenandnotrecoveredwithin30days,CliffordElectronicswillrefund
toyou,theoriginalpurchaseroftheCliffordsystem,thefirstamountupto£250ofthetheftcla imnotcovered
bythetheftexcessprovisionofyourvehicleinsurance.Thisguaranteeappliesonlytotheownero fthevehicle
inwhichtheCliffordsystemwasoriginallyinstalledandthatyouweretheownerofthissamevehiclewhenit
was stolen. This guarantee is valid only in the United Kingdom and only if:
(1) Installation of the Clifford vehicle security product was performed by an Authorised Clifford deale r.
(2) Clifford Electronics window stickers are adhered to both the driver’s-side and curb-side windows and
are clearly visible on both sides from outside the vehicle.
(3)At the time of the theft, the Clifford system was fully functional, armed and not in “valet mode.”
(4)Your insurance company and the police have been notified and a crime reference number was issued
by the police.
(5)No less than thirty (30) days after the crime reference number was issued, you mail to Clifford
Electronics at the address below clear photocopies of the following documents:
I. The crime reference number and location of the police station where the crime was reported.
II.A dated declaration signed by you, the owner of the vehicle, attesting that the vehicle has been
stolen for more than thirty (30) days and has not been recovered.
III. A photocopy of the cheque you received from your insurance company as payment for the loss of
your vehicle.
IV.A photocopy of your insurance policy clearly showing your name and the theft excess provision.
Thisguaranteeiseffectivefor6monthsfromthedateofpurchaseasindicatedbyyourpurchasereceipt(or12
months if you complete the online registration process at www.clifford.com/manuals within 10 days of
purchase),islimitedtooneclaimandisvalidonlywhentheentirevehiclewasstolenandnotrec overed.This
guaranteeisnottransferableand specifically excludes any other consideration,including,butnotlimitedto,
damage caused to the vehicle, theft of parts or contents, or any consequential damages. Once Cliffo rd
Electronics verifies the above listed requirements have been met, a payment will be made to you in
accordance with the above stated provisions.
BONUS IF YOU REGISTER ONLINE:Within 10 days of purchase,
register your Clifford purchase online at www.clifford.com/register and, as
a bonus for doing so, Clifford Electronics will double the duration of your
system’stheft protection guarantee from 6 months to12 months. Ifyou do not
have direct access to the Internet, you can always get to our
www.clifford.com/register website address through a friend or relative who
can access the Internet or through most libraries, educational institutions,
etc. Thank you for choosing Clifford Electronics: World-Class Auto Security
for your vehicle security needs!
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