Directed Electronics Avital 3200 User manual

Avital 3200
Owner's Guide

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Limited Lifetime
Consumer Warranty
For a period of one calendar year from the date of purchase of this auto-security
device, Directed Electronics, Inc. promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or
replace (with a comparable reconditioned model), free of cost, any electronic control
module which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use,
SO LONG AS THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD, INSTALLED, AND SERVICED BY A PROFESSIONAL
AUTO INSTALLER, AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS ORIGINALLY
INSTALLED. If warranty service is necessary you must have a clear copy of your sales
receipt containing all of the information shown on the following page.
After the first calendar year, from the date of purchase of this auto-security device,
Directed Electronics, Inc., promises to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER to repair or replace
(with a comparable reconditioned model) any electronic control module which proves
to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use FOR A CHARGE OF
$45.00, SO LONG AS THE SYSTEM WAS SOLD, INSTALLED, AND SERVICED BY A PRO-
FESSIONAL AUTO INSTALLER, AND REMAINS IN THE CAR IN WHICH THE SYSTEM WAS
ORIGINALLY INSTALLED. If warranty service is necessary you must have a clear copy
of your sales receipt containing all of the information shown on the following page.
This warranty contains the entire agreement relating to warranty and supersedes all
previous and contemporaneous representations or understandings, whether written or
oral. IN ANY EVENT, DEI IS NOT LIABLE FOR THE THEFT OF THE VEHICLE AND/OR ITS
CONTENTS.
This warranty is void if the product has been damaged by accident, unreasonable use,
neglect, improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in materials or
construction. This warranty is nontransferable and does not apply to any unit that
has been modified or used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose and does not
cover batteries. The unit in question must be returned to the manufacturer, postage
prepaid. This warranty does not cover labor costs for the removal, diagnosis, trou-
bleshooting or reinstallation of the unit. For service on an out-of-warranty product a
flat rate fee by model is charged. Contact your authorized dealer to obtain the ser-
vice charge for your unit.
These systems are a deterrent against possible theft. Directed Electronics, Inc. is not
offering a guarantee or insuring against the theft of the automobile or its contents
and disclaims any liability for the theft of the vehicle and/or its contents. Directed
Electronics does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or lia-
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TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUD-
ED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND EACH ENTITY PARTICIPATING IN THE STREAM OF COM-
MERCE THEREWITH. THIS EXCLUSION INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE EXCLU-
SION OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY AND ALL WAR-
RANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF
NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PATENTS, IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND/OR
ABROAD. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR ANY ENTITIES CONNECTED THEREWITH
SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, TOWING,
REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL
LOSS, LOSS OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE
ABOVE, MANUFACTURER DOES OFFER A LIMITED WARRANTY TO REPLACE OR REPAIR
THE CONTROL MODULE AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This product warranty is automatically void if its date code or serial number is
defaced, missing, or altered. This warranty will not be valid unless you have com-
pleted the warranty card and mailed it to Directed Electronics, Inc. within 10 days
after purchase to the address listed on the warranty registration card.
Make sure you have all of the following information from your dealer:
A clear copy of the sales receipt, showing the following:
■Date of purchase
■Your full name and address
■Authorized dealer's company name and address
■Type of system installed
■Year, make, model and color of the automobile
■Automobile license number
■Vehicle identification number
■All security options installed on automobile
■Installation receipts

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Table of Contents
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What Is Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Your Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FCC/ID Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Transmitter Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Standard Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using Your System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Warning! Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Locking/Arming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Unlocking/Disarming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Disabling the Optional Starter Kill Without a Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Valet®Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Panic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Remote Start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Valet®Take-Over. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Timer Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Disabling the Remote Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Stealth Coding™Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Rapid Resume Logic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Programming Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Convenience Expansions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Standard Configuration

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What is Included
■The control module
■An HF Plus receiver/antenna
■A pair of four-button transmitters
■The red 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 remote start keyless entry
system. Due to the complexity of this system, it must be installed
by an authorized dealer only. Installation of this product by any-
one other than an authorized dealer voids the warranty. All deal-
ers are provided with a preprinted dealer certificate to verify that
they are authorized.
By carefully reading this Owner's Guide prior to using your system,
you will maximize the use of this system and its features.
The system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote is pow-
ered by a small, lightweight 3-volt lithium battery that will last
approximately one year under normal use. When the battery begins
System Maintenance
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to weaken, operating range will be reduced and the LED on the
remote will dim.
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.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference re-
ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to oper-
ate this device.
This product is designed for fuel injected, automatic transmission
vehicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission vehi-
cle is dangerous and contrary to the product's intended use.
Caution
FCC/ID Notice
Your Warranty
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Transmitter Functions
The receiver uses a computer-based learn routine to learn the
transmitter buttons. This makes it possible to assign any specific
transmitter button, or combination of buttons, to any receiver
function. The transmitter initially comes programmed with the
Standard Configuration, but may also be customized by an autho-
rized dealer. The transmitter buttons indicated in all of the
instructions in this manual correspond to a Standard Configuration
transmitter.
Button
The locking/arming function is controlled by pressing on the
transmitter for one second.
Button
The unlocking/disarming function is controlled by pressing on
the transmitter for one second.
Button
Silent Mode™and an optional auxiliary function are controlled
by pressing . Silent Mode works by pressing for less than
one second. An optional auxiliary function, such as
trunk release, is controlled by pressing and holding for
1.5 seconds.
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Button
The panic function is controlled by pressing and holding for 1
second.
and Buttons
The remote start function of your system is controlled by pressing
these buttons simultaneously.
Using Your System
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 DEI 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.
Warning! Safety First

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THE USER MUST INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJACENT 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 precau-
tions 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 vehi-
cle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the
keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral safe-
ty 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 DEI 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
DEI 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 prod-
uct 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. All
installations must be performed by an authorized DEI dealer.
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STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF
OPERATION. OPERATING 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 AUTHORIZED
DEI DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED
REMOTE START MODULE. DEI WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSI-
BLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
Pressing for one second arms the system by activating the
optional starter kill and locking the doors (if the door locks are con-
nected). The horn will honk (if connected) and the parking lights
will flash once to confirm arming of the system. While the system is
armed, the status LED will flash once per second. The optional starter
kill (if installed) will also prevent the vehicle’s starter from cranking.
The system can also be programmed to arm the optional Failsafe®
Starter Kill automatically (called Passive Mode). If the system has
been programmed for Passive Mode, the optional Failsafe®Starter
Kill will automatically activate 30 seconds after the ignition has
been turned off. After the ignition has been turned off, the status
LED will flash rapidly to indicate that the system is in Passive Mode.
If Passive Mode has been programmed on, then it is also possible to
program the system for Passive Locking. With Passive Locking, the
vehicle doors lock automatically at the same time that the optional
starter kill is activated. If Passive Locking is programmed on, care
must be taken to prevent the keys from being locked in the vehicle.
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NOTE: For Passive Mode to be effective, the Failsafe®Starter Kill relay
must be installed.
Pressing for one second disarms the system and unlocks the
doors (if connected). The horn will honk twice (if connected) and
the parking lights will flash twice to confirm disarming of the sys-
tem. The optional Failsafe®Starter Kill will be deactivated. The sta-
tus LED will turn off, unless the system is programmed for Passive
Mode. In Passive Mode, the status LED will flash rapidly when the
system is disarmed. This indicates that the system will re-engage
the optional starter kill and re-lock the doors (if Passive Locking
has been programmed) in 30 seconds unless the ignition is turned on.
If your remote transmitter is lost or damaged, you can manually
override the optional starter kill. To do this, you must have the ve-
hicle's ignition key and know where the Valet®switch is located. Be
sure to check with the installer for the location of the Valet®switch.
To override the optional starter
kill, turnthe ignition on and
press the Valet®switch within 10
seconds. The status LED will stop
flashing and the vehicle should start. If it does not start, you may
have waited too long; turn the ignition off and repeat the process.
LOCATION OF VALET®SWITCH_____________________________
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You can prevent your system from automatically activating the
optional Failsafe®Starter Kill and locking the doors by using Valet®
Mode. This is very useful when washing the vehicle or having it
serviced. In Valet®Mode, the optional starter kill cannot be acti-
vated, even with the transmitter, but all convenience functions
(door locks, remote start, etc.) will continue to work normally.
To enter or exit Valet®Mode:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Turn the ignition off.
3. Press and release the Valet®
switch within 10 seconds.
The status LED will light steadily if you are entering Valet®Mode
and will turn off if you are exiting Valet®Mode.
If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract
attention by triggering the system with your transmitter. Just
press for 1.5 seconds to enter Panic Mode. In Panic Mode, the
horn will honk and the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds. To
stop Panic Mode at any time, press , , or on the
transmitter.
NOTE: In order for Panic Mode to be effective, the vehicle’s horn (or
optional siren) as well as the vehicle's parking lights must be
connected.
Panic Mode
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This feature allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for
a programmable period of time. This makes it possible to warm up
the engine, as well as adjust the interior temperature of the vehi-
cle 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.
IMPORTANT! (1) Never remote start your vehicle when the keys are in
the ignition, except when performing Valet®Take-Over, and (2) Never
start the vehicle if it is not in either PARK or NEUTRAL.
To remote start the vehicle:
1. Simultaneously press and on the transmitter for one
second.
2. The parking lights will flash to confirm that the vehicle will
attempt to start.
3. Release the and buttons as soon as the parking
lights flash. (In gasoline vehicles, the engine will start 4 sec-
onds after the parking lights flash. In diesel vehicles, the
engine will start when the WAIT-TO-START indicator on the
vehicle's dash goes out.)
4. Once the vehicle has started, it will run for the pre-program-
med period of time (either 12, 24, or 60 minutes - see
Programming Options section of this guide) or until a shut-
down input is triggered.
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When you are ready to drive the vehicle:
1. Insert the ignition key and
turn it to the ON (not the
START) position.
2. Press the brake pedal.
NOTE: If the brake pedal is pressed before the key is in the ON position,
the engine will shut down.
While the vehicle is running during remote start operation, the
system will monitor the vehicle and will automatically shut down the
engine if the system receives any of the following shut-down inputs:
■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 buttons and are pressed again to start
the vehicle.
To shut down the remote start and turn off the engine:
■Step on the brake pedal, or
■Press and for one second.
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.
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To perform Valet®Take-Over:
1. Before turning off the engine, press and release and
on the transmitter (or press and release the optional momen-
tary switch).
2. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. (The engine will
stay running.)
3. The engine will run until the pre-programmed time elapses or
a shut-down input is received. (See the previous Remote Start
section for a complete list of shut-down inputs.)
NOTE: This feature will not work if the brake pedal is being pressed.
Timer Mode automatically starts the engine and runs it for a
pre-programmed time period, every three hours for a total of
six operation cycles. This feature helps to ensure that your
engine will start in the morning after a night of extremely cold
temperatures.
IMPORTANT! This feature must only be used in open areas, never in an
enclosed area such as a garage.
To enter Timer Mode:
1. Start the vehicle by pressing and releasing and .
2. Press and release .
3. Within two seconds press and release and again.
4. The engine will shut down and the parking lights will flash
four times. The engine will then restart to confirm that Timer
Mode has been entered.
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The engine may be allowed to run for its pre-programmed time
period, or it can be shut down while running during Timer Mode
operation by pressing Buttons and again. In either case,
the vehicle will restart every three hours for a total of six opera-
tion cycles. If the system receives a shut-down input while the
engine is running in Timer Mode, the engine will stop, but will
restart, on schedule, again in three hours!
To exit Timer Mode:
Timer Mode can be exited by turning the ignition on with the key
any time the engine is not running. You can also exit Timer Mode
with the remote transmitter by following these steps:
1. Start the engine by pressing and .
2. Press and release .
3. Within two seconds press and release and again.
4. The engine will shut down and the parking lights will flash
four times to confirm that Timer Mode has been exited. If the
car has already been remote started, skip Step One.
Whenever the vehicle is remote started, advanced anti-grind cir-
cuitry prevents the starter from engaging, even if the key is turned
to the start position. This prevents damage to the starter motor if
the key is turned to the start position during remote start operation.
NOTE: Anti-grind circuitry only works when the remote start system is
operating the motor and the Failsafe®Starter Kill relay is installed.
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This feature allows your system's remote start unit to be tem-
porarily disabled to prevent the vehicle from being remote started
accidentally. This feature is useful if the vehicle is being serviced
or stored in an enclosed area. To disable the remote start, move
the shutdown toggle switch to the OFF position. The switch can
be installed in a location of your choice. Check with your installer
for recommended locations.
LOCATION OF SHUTDOWN SWITCH_________________________
Stealth Coding™
Technology
The receiver and transmitters use a mathematical formula called an
algorithm to change their code each time the transmitter is used.
This technology has been developed to increase the security of the
unit. The control unit knows what the next codes should be. This
helps to keep the transmitter “in sync” with the control unit even
if you use the remote control out of range of the vehicle. Howev-
er, if the remote has been pressed many times out of range of the
vehicle, or the battery has been removed, it may fall out of sync with
the control unit and fail to operate the system. To re-sync the
remote simply press several times within range of the vehicle.
The alarm will automatically re-sync and respond to the transmit-
ters normally.
Disabling the Remote Start System
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Rapid Resume Logic
This DEI®system will store its current state to non-volatile
memory. If power is lost and then reconnected the system will
recall the stored state from memory. This means if the unit is in
Valet®Mode and the battery is disconnected for any reason, such
as servicing the car, when the battery is reconnected the unit will
still be in Valet Mode. This applies to all states of the system
including arm, disarm, and Valet Mode.
Programming Options
Programming options control your system's normal, operational
set-up. Most options do not require additional parts, but some
may require additional installation labor. This system's program-
ming options are listed below, with the factory default settings in
bold:
■12, 24, or 60 minute run time. Your system can be pro-
grammed to allow the vehicle to run for 12, 24, or 60 min-
utes when remote started or in Timer Mode.
■Parking lights flashing or constant. Your system can be pro-
grammed to either flash or to turn on the parking lights con-
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■Passive Mode or Active Mode. In Passive Mode the optional
Failsafe®Starter Kill will automatically activate 30 seconds
after the ignition has been turned off.
■Ignition switch-controlled door-locking on or off. With this
feature on, the doors will lock 3 seconds after the ignition
key is turned on, and unlock when the ignition key is turned off.
■Passive Locking or Active Locking (doors lock only with the
transmitter). With Passive Locking, the vehicle doors lock
automatically 30 seconds after the ignition has been turned
off. Passive Locking can only be selected when the system
has been programmed for Passive Mode.
■The horn honk confirmations for locking and unlocking can
be programmed on or off. In order for this feature to be pro-
grammed on, the horn must be connected to the system.
Glossary of Terms
Control Unit: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden under-
neath the dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor
which monitors your vehicle and controls all system functions.
Failsafe®Starter Kill: An automatic switch controlled by the sys-
tem which, when installed, prevents the vehicle’s starter from
cranking whenever the system is armed. The vehicle is never pre-
vented from cranking when the system is disarmed, in Valet®Mode,
or if the starter kill switch itself fails. This feature is optional.