Code Alarm CA-520A User manual

IMPORTANT NOTE: The operation of the Security and Convenience System as
described in this manual is applicable to most vehicles. However, due to the
configuration of some vehicles, some functions AND/OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS may
not apply. Please see your installing dealer for more information.
Remote Vehicle Starter with
Keyless Entry
Owner's Manual
CA-520A
Remote Vehicle Control System

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KEYLESS ENTRY
1. The LOCK icon button on the transmitter is used to lock the vehicle's doors, the UNLOCK
icon button is used to unlock the vehicle's doors. To lock or unlock the doors simply press
and release the desired function button one time. As a keyless entry unit, for your
convenience, the parking lights will flash twice when the doors are locked and once when
the door are unlocked.
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REMOTE STARTING THE VEHICLE
The system will not start the vehicle if any one of the following situations exists;
The vehicle's hood is opened.
The gear shift selector is not in Park.
The brake pedal is depressed.
1. To start the vehicle, press and release the KEY icon button two times within 2 seconds (for
optional 1 BUTTON start press and hold the KEY icon for 3 seconds). The vehicle will
start and remain running for the pre-programmed 5, 10, 15, 20 minute run cycle. As a
visual indication, the parking lights will flash or remain on depending on the setting by
your installation center.
2. When you arrive at the vehicle, turn the ignition key to the ON position (not the spring
loaded start position), then step on the brake pedal to disengage the remote starter. The
vehicle will continue to run, but now on it's own power.
NOTE: The engine will stop running before the pre-programmed run cycle has expired if
you perform any one of the following functions:
-Press and release the KEY icon button on the transmitter two times within 2
seconds (for optional 1 BUTTON start press and hold the KEY icon for 3 seconds).
-Depress the brake pedal.
-Open the vehicle's hood
-Move the safety control switch to the Off position.
TURBO TIMER MODE (optional)
This system provides a means to cool down the vehicles turbo charger, if so equipped, by
allowing the vehicle to continue to run for a prescribed period of time every time the
vehicle's engine is turned off. This feature requires the system to be set up for turbo timer
during installation. Consult with your installation center to be certain this feature was acti-
vated and how long the vehicle will continue to run 3, 5, or 10 minutes after the ignition
switch is turned off.
To activate the turbo timer:
Anytime the engine is running for more than 15 seconds:
1) Place the gear selector in park.
2) Set the parking, (hand), brake.
3) Be certain your foot is off the brake pedal.
4) Press the program/Push-Button switch 2 times within 5 seconds.
The parking lights will flash two times indicating the mode was successfully entered.
If your parking lights flashed four times, this indicates the turbo mode was on and is now
turned off.
With the turbo timer mode selected on, after you've arrived at your destination, while the
engine is still running, set the parking brake, pause 2 seconds, then turn the ignition switch
to the off position. The engine will continue to run the allotted time according to the

selection during installation.
If you do not want the vehicle to continue to run for one cycle, simply step on the vehicle's
brake, or release the parking brake, or activate the transmitter's start button two times in
succession. Any of these will cause the engine to turn off.
OPTIONALEXTERNALREMOTE START
This system allows remote start activation from an external source such as a vehicle security
system. Operation may vary depending on the source you choose to use. Consult with your
installation center about the use of this feature.
OPTIONAL REAR DEFROSTER
This system allows independent activation of the rear defogger while the remote start is
engaged. To activate the rear defogger, if this feature is installed, simply while the remote
start is engaged, press the Asterisk button of your keychain transmitter one time. This will
activate or reactivate if already activated, the rear window defogger timer of your vehicle if
so equipped.
OPTIONAL TRUNK RELEASE
This system provides an output that can be used to operate an existing electric trunk release
if the vehicle is so equipped. To activate this feature, press and hold the TRUNK icon button
of your transmitter for 3 seconds.
OPTIONAL LED
As an added safety feature, an LED can be installed in the dash to indicate when the doors
are Locked. The LED will flash all the time the doors are locked via the hand held transmitter,
and will turn off when the doors are unlocked via the hand held transmitter or whenever the
ignition is turned on from the key.
FUNCTION SETTING CHART
To be completed by installer
Run Time 5 Min 10 Min 15 Min 20 Min 
Door Lock Timer 1 Sec/1 Sec 3.5 1 Sec/Dbl 1 Sec 
Lights Pulse Steady 
Turbo Timer 3 Min 5 Min 10 Min 
Rear Defogger Capable 

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Code Systems, Inc. Limited Lifetime Warranty
Code Systems Inc. (“CODE”) warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this CODE vehicle
security product (the “Product”), purchased from an authorized CODE dealer, that (except as
provided below) should this Product under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in
material or workmanship DURING THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE IN WHICH IT WAS ORIGI-
NALLY INSTALLED, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced (at CODE’s option) without charge
for parts directly related to repairs of the defect(s).
Switches, indicator lights, and transmitter cases are similarly warranted to the original purchaser for
a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase of the Product.
CODE accessories, sold separately, are covered by the applicable warranty accompanying the
accessory.
This warranty is non-transferable, non-assignable and is voided when: (1) the Product is removed
from the vehicle in which it was originally installed; or (2) the vehicle in which the Product was
originally installed is transferred to another party.
This warranty does not apply to any product damaged by accident, physical or electrical abuse,
improper installation, alteration, or use contrary to its intended function, fire, flood, or other natural
acts.
In order for the Product to be repaired or replaced under the terms of this warranty, the defective
Product must be returned to an authorized CODE dealer and accompanied by a copy of the retail
sales receipt. The date of purchase and year, make and model of the vehicle in which the Product
was originally installed must be clearly indicated on the sales receipt.
This warranty is exclusive and CODE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IM-
PLIED. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT-
ABILITYAND FITNESS FORAPARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALLBE LIMITED TO THE DURATION
OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. IN NO CASE SHALL CODE BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSE-
QUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHATSOEVER.
CODE does not warrant that the Product cannot be compromised or circumvented. THE EXTENT
OF CODE’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACE-
MENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO EVENT SHALL CODE’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PUR-
CHASE PRICE PAID BY THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT INSTALLA-
TION LABOR.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state

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FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including any interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Warning!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.