Directed Electronics Matrix RS 2 User manual

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Directed Electronics, Inc. ("Directed®") promises to the original purchaser to repair or
replace with a comparable reconditioned model any Directed®unit (hereafter the "unit"),
excluding without limitation the siren, the remote transmitters, the associated sensors and
accessories, which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under reasonable use
during the lifetime of the vehicle provided the following conditions are met: the unit was
professionally installed and serviced by an authorized Directed®dealer; the unit will be
professionally reinstalled in the vehicle in which it was originally installed by an autho-
rized Directed®dealer; and the unit is returned to Directed®, shipping prepaid with a
legible copy of the bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase bearing the following infor-
mation: consumer's name, telephone number and address; the authorized dealers name,
telephone number and address; complete product description, including accessories; the
year, make and model of the vehicle; vehicle license number and vehicle identification
number. All components other than the unit, including without limitation the siren, the
remote transmitters and the associated sensors and accessories, carry a one-year warranty
from the date of purchase of the same. This warranty is non-transferable and is automat-
ically void if: the original purchaser has not completed the warranty card and mailed it
within ten (10) days of the date of purchase to the address listed on the card; the unit's
date code or serial number is defaced, missing or altered; the unit has been modified or
used in a manner contrary to its intended purpose; the unit has been damaged by acci-
dent, unreasonable use, neglect, improper service, installation or other causes not arising
out of defects in materials or construction. The warranty does not cover damage to the
unit caused by installation or removal of the unit. Directed®, in its sole discretion, will
determine what constitutes excessive damage and may refuse the return of any unit with
excessive damage. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ALL WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPRESS WARRANTY, IMPLIED WARRANTY, WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTY OF NON-
INFRINGEMENT OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED; AND DIRECTED®
NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON OR ENTITYTO ASSUME FOR IT ANY DUTY,
OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH ITS PRODUCTS. DIRECTED®DISCLAIMS
AND HAS ABSOLUTELY NO LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL ACTS OF THIRD PARTIES INCLUDING
ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS OR INSTALLERS. DIRECTED®SECURITY SYSTEMS, INCLUDING
THIS UNIT, ARE DETERRENTS AGAINST POSSIBLE THEFT. DIRECTED®IS NOT OFFERING A
GUARANTEE OR INSURANCE AGAINST VANDALISM, DAMAGE OR THEFT OF THE AUTOMO-
BILE, ITS PARTS OR CONTENTS; AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY WHATSO-
EVER, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LIABILITY FOR THEFT, DAMAGE AND/OR
VANDALISM. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER LABOR COSTS FOR MAINTENANCE,
REMOVAL OR REINSTALLATION OF THE UNIT OR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND. IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM OR A DISPUTE INVOLVING DIRECTED®OR ITS SUBSIDIARY,
THE PROPER VENUE SHALL BE SAN DIEGO COUNTY IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
CALIFORNIA STATE LAWS AND APPLICABLE FEDERAL LAWS SHALL APPLY AND GOVERN THE

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DISPUTE. THE MAXIMUM RECOVERY UNDER ANY CLAIM AGAINST DIRECTED®SHALL BE
STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE AUTHORIZED DIRECTED®DEALER’S PURCHASE PRICE OF THE
UNIT. DIRECTED®SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES, DAMAGES FOR THE LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF EARNINGS, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOSS
OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND THE LIKE. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE, THE MANU-
FACTURER 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
that vary from State to State.
This product may be covered by an Anti-Theft Guarantee. See your authorized Directed®
dealer for details of the plan or call Directed®Customer Service at 1-800-876-0800.
Directed®security systems, including this unit, are deterrents against possible theft.
Directed®is not offering a guarantee or insurance against vandalism, damage or theft of
the automobile, its parts or contents; and hereby expressly disclaims any liability whatso-
ever, including without limitation, liability for theft, damage and/or vandalism. Directed®
does not and has not authorized any person or entity to create for it any other obligation,
promise, duty or obligation in connection with this security system.
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 alarm 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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Bitwriter™, Clifford®, Code Hopping™, DEI®, Directed®, Doubleguard®, ESP™,
FailSafe®, Ghost Switch™, Learn Routine™, Nite-Lite®, Nuisance Prevention
Circuitry®, NPC®, Revenger®, Silent Mode™, Soft Chirp®, Stealth Coding™,
Stinger®, Valet®, Vehicle Recovery System®, VRS®, and Warn Away® are all
Trademarks or Registered Trademarks of Directed Electronics, Inc.

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System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Your Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
FCC/ID Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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Warning! Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Arming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Multi-Level Security Arming (Optional Feature). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Arming While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disarming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Siren Silencing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Disarming Without a Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Remote Controlled Chirp Muting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Panic Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Valet Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Remote Controlled Valet Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Remote Engine Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Shutting Down the Remote Engine Starting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Valet Take-Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Timer Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Disabling the Remote Engine Starting System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
False Alarm Control Technology (FACT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Over and Under Rev Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Shut Down Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
StarterGuard Anti-Grind Circuitry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Arming Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Disarming Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Table of Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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➤➤The control module
➤➤An XHF receiver/antenna
➤➤Two four-button transmitters
➤➤A shock sensor
➤➤A siren
➤➤The red LED status indicator light
➤➤A push-button Valet switch
➤➤Your warranty registration
➤➤Fault-proof starter interrupt relay (ready feature, may require
extra labor)
➤➤A shut-down toggle switch
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Congratulations on the purchase of your remote start security
system. This system must be installed by an authorized dealer.
Installation of this product by anyone other than an authorized
dealer voids the warranty. As verification of authorization, all
authorized dealers are provided with preprinted dealer certificates.
To maximize the use of this system, please review this owner's
guide carefully prior to using your system. You can print addi-
tional or replacement copies of this owner’s guide by accessing the
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system maintenance
The system requires no specific maintenance. Your remote is
powered by a small, lightweight 3-volt lithium battery that will
last approximately one year under normal use. When the battery
begins to weaken, operating range will be reduced and the LED
status indicator on the remote will dim.
your warranty
Your warranty registration must be completely filled out and
returned within 10 days of purchase. Your product warranty
will not be validated if your warranty registration is not returned.
Make sure you receive the warranty registration from your
dealer. It is also necessary to keep your proof of purchase, which
reflects that the product was installed by an authorized dealer.
fcc/id notice
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. 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 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
operate this device.
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caution
This product is designed for fuel injected, automatic transmis-
sion vehicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission
vehicle is dangerous and contrary to the product's intended use.
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The receiver uses computer-based code learning 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
authorized dealer. The buttons indicated in all of the instruc-
tions in this guide correspond to a Standard Configuration
transmitter.
standard configuration
Button
The arming, disarming and panic function are usually controlled
by this button.
Button
This button usually controls Remote Controlled Chirp Muting
and an optional accessory output (such as trunk release). Remote
Controlled Chirp Muting works by pressing for less than
one second before arming or disarming. An optional accessory
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function, such as trunk release, is controlled by pressing and
holding for 1.5 seconds. This accessory output controls
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Button
The remote engine starting function of your system is controlled
by pressing this button.
Button
An optional convenience or expansion option that you have
added to your system can be activated by pressing . This
accessory output controls__________________________.
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warning! safety first
The following safety warnings must be observed at all times:
➤➤Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this
product must only be performed by an authorized 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 engine starting
system must be disabled using the installed toggle switch. It
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is the user's sole responsibility to properly handle and keep
out of reach from children all remote control transmitters to
assure that the system does not unintentionally remote start
the vehicle. THE USER MUST INSTALL A CARBON
MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE
LIVING AREA 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 precautions are the sole respon-
sibility of the user.
➤➤Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended
mode of operation may result in property damage, personal
injury, or death. (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the
vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with
the keys in the ignition. The user must also have the neutral
safety feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein the
vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear. This
testing should be performed by an authorized dealer in accor-
dance with the Safety Check outlined in the product instal-
lation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote engine
starting operation immediately and consult with the autho-
rized dealer to fix the problem.
➤➤After the remote engine starting module has been installed,
contact your authorized dealer to have him or her test the
remote engine starting module by performing the Safety
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vehicle starts when performing the Neutral Safety Shutdown
Circuit test, the remote engine starting unit has not been
properly installed. The remote engine starting module must
be removed or the installer must properly reinstall the remote
engine starting system so that the vehicle does not start in
gear. All installations must be performed by an authorized
dealer. OPERATION OF THE REMOTE ENGINE
STARTING MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN
GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF
OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE ENGINE
STARTING 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 DEALER TO
REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED
REMOTE ENGINE STARTING MODULE. WILL NOT
BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLA-
TION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
arming
You can arm the system by pressing on your transmitter
for one second. When the system arms, you will hear a short siren
sound, or chirp, and see the parking lights flash once. If the
power door locks are controlled by the system, the doors will also
lock. While the system is armed, the LED status indicator will
flash approximately once per second, indicating that the system
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is actively protecting your vehicle. If you hear a second chirp after
arming and note that the LED status indicator is flashing in
groups, see the Diagnostics Section of this guide. This extra chirp
is called Bypass Notification.
The system can be programmed to arm itself automatically
(called passive arming). If the system is programmed for passive
arming, it will automatically arm 30 seconds after the ignition is
turned off and the system detects that you have left the vehicle by
opening and closing a door. Whenever the system is in its 30-sec-
ond passive arming countdown, the LED status indicator will
flash twice as fast as it does when the system is armed. At the 20
seconds of the countdown, the siren will chirp to indicate that the
system is about to arm. At the 30 seconds, the parking lights will
flash to indicate that the system is armed.
Arming your security system protects your vehicle as follows:
➤Light impacts trigger the Warning Zone signal. When trig-
gered, the siren chirps and the parking lights flash for a few
seconds.
➤Heavy impacts trip a Triggered Sequence. The sequence
consists of the siren sounding continuously and the parking
note: If any protected entry point (such as a door or a
switch-protected trunk or hood) is open, the system will
not passively arm (unless forced passive arming is
programmed on. See Programming Options section.)
Additionally, each time a sensor is triggered during the
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lights flashing for a pre-programmed period, which can range
in duration from 1 to 180 seconds.
➤If a door is opened, the system will immediately start
chirping the siren and flashing the parking lights. Three
seconds later, the siren output changes to a continuous blast.
This progressive response gives you time to disarm the system
with your transmitter if you inadvertently open the door
while the system is armed, while still providing instant re-
sponse (even if the door is immediately closed).
➤Turning on the ignition key will trip the same progressive re-
sponse as opening a door.
➤The optional fault-proof starter interrupt prevents the
vehicle’s starter from cranking.
multi-level security arming (optional feature)
Multi-Level Security Arming allows you to select which of the
security system's inputs or sensors will be active and which will
be bypassed at the time that the system is armed. (See Table of
Zones section.) Pressing the arm button again within five seconds
of arming the security system will activate the Multi-Level
Security Arming feature. Each time the arm button is pressed
note: Multi-Level Security Arming is only available when
using an optional 4-button Radar Master transmitter that
has been configured with separate transmitter buttons for
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again, a different security level is selected. The different security
levels can be selected as follows:
➤➤Pressing the arm button one time: The siren chirps once.
The system is armed.
➤➤Pressing the arm button a second time within five seconds:
The siren chirps twice followed by a long chirp. Zone Two is
now bypassed.
➤➤Pressing the arm button a third time within five seconds:
The siren chirps three times followed by a long chirp. Zone
Four is now bypassed.
➤➤Pressing the arm button a fourth time within five seconds:
The siren chirps four times followed by a long chirp. Zones
Two and Four are now bypassed.
➤➤Pressing the arm button a fifth time within five seconds: The
siren chirps five times followed by a long chirp. All input
zones, except the ignition, are now bypassed.
arming while driving
Your system can be armed while driving the vehicle! Simply press
while the vehicle is running. The siren will chirp once to
indicate that the security system is armed, and then once more
to indicate that the ignition is on. The system will not respond
to any input except the door triggers, and the starter interrupt
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relay (if installed) will not be activated. Once you have arrived at
your destination, the system will disarm when the ignition is turned
off. The siren will chirp twice and the LED will then stop flashing.
The system can also be disarmed at any time by pressing .
disarming
To turn off, or disarm the security system, press . You will
hear two chirps, and the parking lights will flash twice. If the
power locks are controlled by the system, the doors will also
unlock. The siren chirping either four or five times when
disarming indicates Tamper Alert, which is described in the
Diagnostics Section of this guide.
siren silencing
Your security system includes a Siren Silencing feature. After 6
seconds of trigger sequence, using the transmitter to disarm the
security system will only stop the trigger sequence (the siren will
stop and the parking lights will stop flashing). However, the
system will remain armed and the doors will stay locked. This is
extremely useful if you must stop the system from sounding, but
are unable to visually check the vehicle. This feature allows you
to silence and reset the security system when it is triggered,
without having to disarm the system.
disarming without a transmitter
If your remote transmitter is lost or damaged, you can manually
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disarm your vehicle security system. To disarm the system
without a transmitter, you must have the vehicle's ignition key
and know where the Valet switch is located. Be sure to check
with your installer at the time of installation for both the loca-
tion and the preset response (1-5 presses) of the Valet switch.
To disarm the security system without a transmitter:
Turn the ignition on and press the
Valet switch the preset number of
times within 15 seconds. If the
system does not disarm, you may have waited too long; turn the
ignition off and repeat the process.
Location of Valet Switch_________________________________
remote controlled chirp muting
Use the Remote Controlled Chirp Muting to temporarily turn
off the arm or disarm confirmation chirps by briefly pressing
before either arming or disarming the security system.
The confirmation chirp(s) will then be eliminated for that one
operation only. To permanently turn off the arm and disarm
confirmation chirps, contact your installation dealer.
note: The Warning Zone response to lighter impacts is
bypassed if the system is armed using the Remote
Controlled Chirp Muting. This ensures that the siren
does not chirp in an environment where you don't want
chirps to be emitted. The system is still capable of being
triggered by heavier impacts; only the Warning Zone
response generated by light impacts is bypassed.
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panic mode
If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract
attention by triggering the system with your transmitter. Just
press and hold 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 .
valet mode
Valet Mode prevents your security system from arming and trig-
gering either automatically or when using the remote trans-
mitter. In Valet Mode, all convenience functions (door locks,
trunk release, etc.) remain operational. This feature is useful
when washing or servicing your vehicle.
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 LED status indicator will light steadily if you are entering
Valet Mode and will turn off if you are exiting Valet Mode.
remote controlled valet mode
You can also activate Valet Mode using the remote transmitter:
1. Open any vehicle door.
2. Press .
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3. Press .
4. Press again.
The LED status indicator will light solid if you are entering Valet
Mode, or will go out if you are exiting Valet Mode.
remote engine starting
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
vehicle with the climate control system. If interior heating or
cooling is desired, the climate controls must be preset, and the
fan blower must be set to the desired level prior to remote
starting the vehicle.
To remote start the vehicle:
1. Press on the transmitter for one second.
2. The parking lights will flash to warn that the motor is about
to start.
3. Release the button as soon as the parking lights flash.
In gasoline vehicles, the engine will start 3 seconds 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.
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.
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4. About three seconds after the parking lights flash, the system
will engage the starter until the vehicle is successfully
running. If the motor is not running after six seconds, the
system will stop cranking the starter. After three seconds, the
system will attempt to start the motor again. If your motor
is not running after three attempts, the system will stop the
remote engine starting sequence. It is not necessary to
disarm your system before remote starting the vehicle. The
shock sensor will be bypassed whenever the system is
running the motor.
5. Once the remote engine starting system has successfully
started the motor, it will turn the climate controls on.
The motor will run for the selected period of time and
the parking lights will flash or light solid while the motor
is running. (See the Programming Options Section of
this guide.)
shutting down the remote engine starting system
While the vehicle is running during remote engine starting oper-
ation, the system will monitor the vehicle and will automatically
shut down the engine if the system receives any of the following
shut-down inputs:
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important! It is unsafe to operate a vehicle’s motor in a
garage or other closed off area. Breathing the exhaust
from the vehicle is hazardous to your health. Never acti-
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➤➤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.
➤➤is pressed during remote start operation.
To shut down the remote start and turn off the engine:
➤➤Step on the brake pedal, or
➤➤Press for one second.
You may want to enter the vehicle and drive it without shutting
off the motor. It is possible to shut down the remote start and
drive the vehicle without shutting down the motor.
When you are ready to drive the vehicle:
1. Disarm the security system (if
armed) by pressing .
2. Enter the vehicle and turn the
ignition to the ON position.
3. Step on the brake pedal.
The remote engine starting system will be shut down when you
step on the brake pedal. The vehicle motor, however, will
continue to run because the ignition has been turned on. The
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valet take-over
A vehicle equipped with the Valet Take-Over system can remain
running after the key is removed from the ignition. This feature
is useful for occasions when you wish to exit the vehicle for short
periods of time, but would like to leave the motor running and
the climate controls on.
To perform Valet Take-Over:
1. Before turning off the engine, press and release (or
press and release the optional momentary 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 section
for a complete list of shut-down inputs.)
timer mode
Timer Mode automatically starts your vehicle engine and runs it
for a pre-programmed time period, every three hours for a total
of six operation cycles. Timer Mode helps to ensure that your
engine will start in the morning after being parked outside
during 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.
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note: This feature will not work if the brake pedal is being pressed.
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