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DB3 403.VW10
v2.00
2008 Volkswagen GTI

Introduction 3
Vehicle function compatibilities 4
Pre-installation and application warnings 5
Wiring diagram 6
Locating components in the vehicle 7
Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver 8
Vehicle connections 10
Module programming 12
Connecting the module 13
LED diagnostics and troubleshooting 14
Soft reset 16
Hard reset 16
Feature programming 17
Feature and option list 18
Limited one year consumer warranty 19
Quick Reference Guide (customer copy) 20
Contents

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Introduction
DB3 is an all-in-one door lock and override module.
Warning!
This module can only be flashed and configured using DirectLink at www.directechs.com or using the Directechs
Mobile application for smartphones. Refer to “Connecting the module” for more information.

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Vehicle function compatibilities
This section lists all the functions compatible with this vehicle for the installation illustrated in this guide.
Note: The telematics features listed below (with an asterisk) ONLY apply when using SmartStart.
Arm Factory Security
Disarm Factory Security
Door Lock Control
Door Unlock
Driver Priority Unlock
Trunk / Hatch Release
Control of aftermarket alarm with OEM remote
Fuel level/EV battery level
* Odometer
Universal RF Bypass- Key Req'd
RAP Shut Down (Retained ACC Power)
Remote Start Ready
SmartStart
Tach / RPM Output
Entry Monitoring ALL Door Pins
Entry Monitoring Hood Pin
Entry Monitoring Trunk/Hatch Pin
Brake Status (foot brake)
Door Locks Status
E-Brake Status
Ignition Status

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Pre-installation and application warnings
START HERE This section highlights important information for this specific firmware and will assist in pricing accordingly, as
well as bringing awareness to any operational or vehicle limitations.
Compatibilities and Requirements
T-Harness
compatible
Keys required for
programming 1Keys required for operation 1
Vehicle Takeover Refer to the Quick Reference Guide section for more details.
Firmware notes
Unless specified otherwise, all connectors are displayed from the wire side, with the exception of the OBDII diagnostic connector.
Refer to the "Vehicle connections" following the installation diagram.
Footnotes
[1] Hood pin: The installation of an aftermarket hood pin is only required on vehicles that are not equipped with a factory
hood pin, or if not supported in data.
[2] Tach wire: Optional connection required on some remote starters, which do not support a tach signal in D2D.
[3] Key Wrap: Refer to "Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver" section for instructions.

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Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( ).
OBDII
Diagnostic Connector
(+) Ignition Input/Output
(+) Starter Output
(+) 12V Input
HS CAN High: Tan/Black: 3
HS CAN Low: Tan: 4
FT CAN High: Orange/Green: 5
FT CAN Low: Orange/Brown: 6
(+) Parking Light Output: Brown: 7
Parking Lights Interr. (veh. side): Yellow: 8
Parking Lights Interr. (conn. side): Orange/Yellow: 9
Key Wrap: Orange/Red: 10
Key Wrap: Yellow/Red 11
Key Wrap: Brown/Red: 12
1412
10 42
TX
(+) 12V
(-) Ground
RX
(-) Ground (-) Ground
1 8
169
Wiring diagram
XKD2D65
Headlight switch
(black conn. at
light switch)
CUT
HS CAN High:
Orange/Black, pin 6
HS CAN Low:
Orange/Brown, pin 14
FH GE
VESCM
(under drivers dash or below glove box)
(+) Starter:
Red/Black or
Red/Brown,
pin 1
6542 31
12
11
10
87
G plug at VESCM
(under driver’s dash
or below glove box)
9
(+) Ignition: Black, pin 11
FT CAN Low:Orange/Brown, pin 7
FT CAN High: Orange/Green, pin 8
(+)12V:
Red/Black, pin 1
VESCM Connector L
(under driver’s dash or behind glove box)
2210 4
1
6
3
2
1
Parking Lights Interr.:
Red/White, pin 8
(+) Parking Lights:
Gray/Yellow, pin 3
D2D Port
(AC) Tach Input
(AC) Tach Output: Violet/White: 5
(-) Hood Pin Input
Hood Pin
6
15
10 6
8
3

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Locating components in the vehicle

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Immobilizer interface
For vehicles with Keyless Entry you must remove battery from OEM key (the OEM remote may differ from the models shown in
the illustrations).
- Your OEM remote may differ from the model shown in the illustrations.
- Test and secure mounted loops before reassembling the vehicle.
- Make 4-6 loops and place them around the front of the plastic body of the vehicle’s coded key as shown above.
- Remove Battery from OEM FOB prior to performing the Key Wrap.
1412
10 42
Remove battery from
OEM Remote Control
Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11
NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12
Method 1: Key Wrap
Note:
4-6 loops
4-6loops
556UXL is sold SEPARATELY.
Method 2: Immobilizer interface using 556UXL
IMPORTANT!: Not all OEM remotes can be inserted in 556UXL because of their size.
Make sure the key will fit, otherwise it is recommended to use a different method.
Move 556UXL loop as close to the
front of ignition cylinder (OEM
Immobilizer Receiver) as possible.
Test and secure mounted loop
before reassembling the vehicle.
OEM
Immobilizer
Receiver
N/A: Green, pin 6
Black/White - NOT USED
Black/Red
Black
N/A: Violet, pin 5
N/A: Pink, pin 3
(-) GWR: Blue, pin 2
(+)12V : Red, pin 1 (+)12V
(-) Ground: Black, pin 4
1412
10 42
Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11
NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12
Note: The discontinued 556U or 556UW can
still be used for the installation.

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Method 3: Immobilizer interface with OEM Immobilizer Receiver
1412
10 42
4-6 loops
Remove battery from
OEM Remote Control
OEM
Immobilizer
Receiver Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11
NC Relay 2: Orange/Red: 10
NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12
Immobilizer ECU
- Your OEM remote may differ from the model shown in the illustrations.
- Test and secure mounted loops before reassembling the vehicle.
- Make 4-6 loops and place them around the front of the plastic body of the vehicle’s coded key as shown above.
- Remove Battery from OEM FOB prior to performing the Key Wrap.
Note:

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Vehicle connections
The connection information listed below is specific to the 2008 Volkswagen GTI. Refer to “Pre-installation and application warnings” for a list of important notes.
Data 14-pin blue connector (H1)
Module Connects To
Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color
H1/1 Light Green No Connection No Connection
H1/2 Violet/Yellow No Connection No Connection
H1/3 Tan/Black (DATA) HS CAN High OBD-Data Link Connector, black 16 pin plug, pin 6 Data Orange/Black (DIAG CAN)
H1/4 Tan (DATA) HS CAN Low OBD-Data Link Connector, black 16 pin plug, pin 14 Data Orange/Brown (DIAG CAN)
H1/5 Orange/Green (DATA) FT CAN High Steering Column Module, black 20 pin plug, pin 14 Data Orange/Green
H1/6 Orange/Brown (DATA) FT CAN Low Steering Column Module, black 20 pin plug, pin 15 Data Orange/Brown
H1/7 Brown Relay N.O. Pk Light Output Headlight Switch, black 10 pin plug, pin 3 + Gray/Yellow
H1/8 Yellow Relay COM Pk Light Interrupt Headlight Switch, black 10 pin plug, pin 8 Cut Red/White
H1/9 Orange/Yellow Relay N.C. Pk Light Interrupt Headlight Switch, black 10 pin plug, pin 8 Cut Red/White
H1/10 Orange/Red Relay N.C. Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil on ignition switch, black 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue
H1/11 Yellow/Red Relay COM Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil on ignition switch, black 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue
H1/12 Brown/Red Relay N.O. Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil on ignition switch, black 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue
H1/13 Red (+) W2W Only - 12 Volt VESCM-Relay Box under driver dash, black 2 pin plug (L), pin 1 + Red/Black (40A)
H1/14 Black (-) W2W Only - Ground (chassis ground)
Output 12-pin red connector (H2)
Module Connects To
Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color
H2/1 Black/White (-) Hazard Light Output VESCM-Relay Box under driver dash, black 12 pin plug (G), pin 9 - Brown/Red
H2/2 Green/Black (-) Trunk Output Driver Door Module, white 32 pin plug, pin 30 - Blue
H2/3 Green/White (-) W2W Only - Door / Trunk Output Remote Starter
H2/4 Red/Black (-) W2W Only - E-Brake Output Remote Starter
H2/5 Violet/White (AC) W2W Only - Tach Output [1] Remote Starter
H2/6 Gray (+) W2W Only - Brake Output Remote Starter
H2/7 Gray/Black No Connection No Connection
H2/8 Violet/Green No Connection No Connection
H2/9 Violet/Brown (MUX) Door Lock Toggle Output Driver Door Module, black 20 pin plug, pin 16 - Green/White (key lock)
H2/10 Yellow/Black No Connection No Connection
H2/11 Orange/Black No Connection No Connection
H2/12 Blue/Red (-) W2W Only - Hood Output Remote Starter
Input 10-pin black connector (H3)
Module Connects To
Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color