Clifford Model RSX1.2 User manual

© 2004 Directed Electronics, Inc. Vista, CA
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NOTE: This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only!
Any attempt to install this product by any person other than a trained professional
may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s electrical system and components.
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Bitwriter™, Code Hopping™, Doubleguard®, ESP™, FailSafe®, Ghost Switch™, Learn
Routine™, Nite-Lite®, Nuisance Prevention Circuitry®, NPC®, Revenger®, Silent
Mode™, Soft Chirp®, Stinger®, Valet®, Vehicle Recovery System®, VRS®, and Warn
Away® are all Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of Directed Electronics, Inc.
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before beginning the installation. . . . . . . . . . 4
after the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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control module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
valet/program switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
optional starter kill relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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obtaining constant 12V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
finding the 12V switched ignition wire . . . . . . 6
finding the starter wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
finding a (+) brake light wire . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
finding the accessory/heater wire . . . . . . . . . 8
finding the tachometer wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
finding the wait-to-start bulb wire for diesels . 8
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primary harness (H1) wiring diagram . . . . . . . 9
remote start ribbon harness wiring diagram . . 10
heavy gauge relay satellite wiring diagram . . 10
auxiliary harness (H2) wiring diagram. . . . . . 11
remote start harness (H3) wiring diagram . . . 11
door lock harness (H4) wiring diagram . . . . . 11
remote start auxiliary harness wiring diagram 11
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testing the neutral safety switch . . . . . . . . . 21
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passlock I and passlock II (PL-1 and PL-2) . . 23
passkey III (PK-3), transponder-based systems23
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light flash (+)/(-) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
tach threshold on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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button configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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menu #1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
menu #2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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menu #1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
menu #2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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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 area that does not have adequate ventilation. The fol-
lowing precautions are the sole responsibility of the user; however, authorized Directed dealers should make
the following recommendations to all users of this system:
1. Never operate the system in an enclosed or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).
2. 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.
3. 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.
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■Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage,
personal injury, or death. Except when performing the Safety Check outlined in this installation guide, (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 will be responsible for having the neutral safety feature of the vehicle period-
ically checked, wherein the vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear. This testing should be
performed by an authorized Directed Electronics dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in this
product installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and consult
with the user to fix the problem immediately.
■After the remote start module has been installed, test the remote start module in accordance with the Safety
Check outlined in this 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 properly reinstalled so that the vehicle does not start in gear. All installations must be performed by an
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IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!This product is designed for fuel-injected, automatic transmission vehicles only.
Installing it in a standard transmission vehicle is dangerous and is contrary to its intended use.
■Please read this entire installation guide before beginning the installation. The installation of this remote start
system requires interfacing with many of the vehicle’s systems. Many new vehicles use low-voltage or multi-
plexed systems that can be damaged by low resistance testing devices, such as test lights and logic probes
(computer safe test lights). Test all circuits with a high quality digital multi-meter before making connections.
■Do not disconnect the battery if the vehicle has an anti-theft-coded radio. If equipped with an air bag, avoid
disconnecting the battery if possible. Many airbag systems will display a diagnostic code through their
warning lights after they lose power. Disconnecting the battery requires this code to be erased, which can
require a trip to the dealer.
■Remove the domelight fuse. This prevents accidentally draining the battery.
■Roll down a window to avoid being locked out of the car.
■Test all functions. The "Using Your System" section of the Owner's Guide is very helpful when testing.
■Complete the vehicle
Safety Check outlined in this manual prior to the vehicle reassembly.
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Things to remember when positioning the control module:
■Never place the control module in the engine compartment!
■The first thing a thief will do when hot-wiring a vehicle is to remove the driver's side under-dash panel to
access the starter and ignition wires. You should therefore avoid placing the control module just behind the
driver’s side dash to prevent it from being easily disconnected during a theft attempt.
■When locating the control module, try to find a secure location that will not require you to extend the harness
wires (they are 1.5 meters long).
■Keep the control module away from the heater core (or any other heat sources) and any obvious leaks.
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Ensure that the location you pick for this switch has sufficient clearance to the rear. The switch should be well
hidden. It should be placed so that passengers or stored items (such as items placed in a glove box or center
console) cannot accidentally bump it. The switch fits in a 9/32-inch hole.
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!When the vehicle is delivered, please show the user where the Valet®/Program
switch is located and how to disarm the system using the switch.
Things to remember when positioning the status LED:
■It should be visible from both sides and the rear of the vehicle, if possible.
■It needs at least 1/2-inch clearance to the rear.
■It is easiest to use a small removable panel, such as a switch blank or a dash bezel. Remove it before drilling
your 9/32-inch hole.
■Use quick-disconnects near the LED wires if the panel is removable. This lets mechanics or other installers
remove the panel without having to cut the wires.
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If the optional starter kill relay or its connections are immediately visible upon removal of the under-dash panel,
they can easily be bypassed. Always make the relay and its connections difficult to discern from the factory
wiring! Exposed yellow butt connectors do not look like factory parts, and will not fool anyone! For this reason,
routing the starter kill wires away from the steering column is recommended.
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Now that you have determined where each component will be located, your next step is to find the wires in the
vehicle that the security system will be connected to.
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!Do not use a 12V test light to locate these wires! All testing described in this
manual assumes the use of a digital multimeter.
We recommend two possible sources for 12V constant: The (+) terminal of the battery, or the constant 12V supply to
the ignition switch. Always install a fuse within 12 inches of this connection. If the fuse will also be powering other
circuits, such as door locks, a power window module, or a Nite-Lite® headlight control system, fuse accordingly.
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!Do not remove the fuse holder on the red wire. It ensures that the control module
has its own fuse, of the proper value, regardless of how many accessories are added to the main
power feed.
The ignition wire is powered when the key is in the run or start position. This is because the ignition wire powers
the ignition system (spark plugs, coil) as well as the fuel delivery system (fuel pump, fuel injection computer).
Accessory wires lose power when the key is in the start position to make more current available to the starter motor.
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1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).
2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.
3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the ignition wire. The steering
column harness or ignition switch harness is an excellent place to find
this wire.
4. Turn the ignition key switch to the run position. If your meter reads
(+)12V, go to the next step. If it does not read (+)12V, probe another wire.
5. Now turn the key to the start position. The meter display should stay steady, not dropping by more than a
few tenths of a volt. If it drops close to or all the way to zero, go back to Step 3. If it stays steady at (+)12V,
you have found an ignition wire.
The starter wire provides 12V directly to the starter or to a relay controlling the starter. In some vehicles, it is
necessary to power a cold start circuit. A cold start circuit will test exactly like a starter circuit, but it does not
control the starter. Instead, the cold start circuit is used to prime the fuel injection system for starting when the
vehicle is cold.
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1. Set to DCV or DC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).
2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.
3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the starter wire. The steering column
is an excellent place to find this wire. Remember you do not need to
interrupt the starter at the same point you test it. Hiding your optional
starter kill relay and connections is always recommended.
4. Turn the ignition key switch to the start position. Make sure the car is
not in gear! If your meter reads (+)12V, go to the next step. If it doesn’t, probe another wire.
5. Cut the wire you suspect of being the starter wire.
6. Attempt to start the car. If the starter engages, reconnect it and go back to Step 3. If the starter does not
turn over, you have the right wire.
Most vehicles use a (+) brake light circuit. The (+) brake light wire is often found near the brake pedal. The same
wire can often be accessed in the kick panel or running board.
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2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.
3. Probe the wire you suspect of being the brake light wire.
4. Press the brake pedal. If your meter shows (+)12V, release the brake pedal and make sure it goes back to zero.
5. If it does return to zero, this is the correct brake wire.
An accessory/heater wire will show +12V when the key is in the accessory and run positions. It will not show
+12V during the cranking cycle. There will often be more than one accessory wire in the ignition harness. The
correct accessory wire will power the vehicle's climate control system. Some vehicles may have separate wires for
the blower motor and the air conditioning compressor. In such cases, it will be necessary to add a relay to power
the second accessory wire.
To test for a tachometer wire, a multimeter capable of testing AC voltage must be used. The tachometer wire will
show between 1V and 6V AC. In multi-coil ignition systems, the system can learn individual coil wires. Individual
coil wires in a multi-coil ignition system will register lower amounts of AC voltage. Also, if necessary, the system
can use a fuel injector control wire for engine speed sensing. Common locations for a tachometer wire are the
ignition coil itself, the back of the gauges, engine computers, and automatic transmission computers.
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT!!Do not test tachometer wires with a test light or logic probe. The vehicle will be
damaged.
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1. Set to ACV or AC voltage (12V or 20V is fine).
2. Attach the (-) probe of the meter to chassis ground.
3. Start and run the vehicle.
4. Probe the wire you suspect of being the tachometer wire with the red probe of the meter.
5. If this is the correct wire the meter will fluctuate with the rpm of the motor and read between 1V and 6V.
In diesel vehicles it is necessary to interface with the wire that turns on the WAIT TO START light in the dash-
board. This wire illuminates the bulb until the vehicle’s glow plugs are properly heated. When the light goes out
the vehicle can be started. This wire is always available at the connector leading to the bulb in the dashboard.
It can also be found at the Engine Control Module (ECM) in many vehicles.
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1. Set your multimeter to DCV or DC voltage (12 or 20V is fine).
2. Attach the (+) probe of the meter to (+)12V.
3. Probe the wire that you suspect leads to the bulb with the (-) probe of the meter.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
5. If the meter indicates 12 volts until the light goes out you have isolated the correct wire and the wire's polar-
ity is negative (ground while the bulb is on).
6. If the meter reads zero volts until the light goes out and then reads 12 volts, you have isolated the correct
wire and the wire's polarity is positive.
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The primary harness supplied with this unit is the standard 12-pin harness used by Directed Electronics, Inc.
security systems. Three wires in the plug are not used. The upgrade from this unit to a security system would
simply require unplugging and exchanging control units and connecting the necessary wires to the vehicle. The
functions of all the wires that are used in the primary harness are outlined in the following wiring diagram and
the wire connections are described in the wire connection guides.
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