Directed DS4+ User manual

FORD1
INSTALLATION GUIDE
This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only! Attempts to install this
product by a person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s
electrical system and components.
2018-01-12
© 2018 Directed, Vista CA
DS4+
Designed by Installers for Installers

Contents
Warning! Safety first ....................................................................................................................... 3
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4
Pre-installation and application warnings ..................................................................................... 4
Vehicle application guide........................................................................................................... 5
Wiring connections ......................................................................................................................... 6
Main harness (H1), 12-pin black connector .................................................................................. 6
Relay harness (H2), 10-pin white connector.................................................................................. 6
Data harness (H3), 8-pin white connector..................................................................................... 6
Analog input/output harness (H4), 22-pin white connector............................................................. 7
RF Port harness (H5), 2-pin white connector.................................................................................. 7
D2D harness (H6), 4-pin white (1) and black (2) connectors ........................................................... 7
Temperature sensor harness (H7), 2-pin black connector (optional, 8556T)....................................... 7
Installation (wiring diagrams, fuse selection & vehicle wiring reference charts)........................................ 8
Type 1 ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Type 2 ................................................................................................................................... 28
Configuring the system................................................................................................................... 57
Important! .............................................................................................................................. 57
Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission............................................................................ 57
RF Systems ............................................................................................................................. 57
8504D Combo Sensor............................................................................................................. 57
When used in conjunction with SmartStart.................................................................................. 57
D2D port configuration ............................................................................................................ 58
Module programming.............................................................................................................. 58
1-Key programming using Key2GO........................................................................................... 59
LED diagnostics and troubleshooting.......................................................................................... 60
Soft reset................................................................................................................................ 62
Hard reset .............................................................................................................................. 62
Learning the Tach (not needed with Virtual Tach) ............................................................................... 63
Initializing Virtual Tach (not needed with hardwired or data tach applications) ..................................... 63
Limited lifetime consumer warranty .................................................................................................. 64
Quick Reference Guide.................................................................................................................. 65

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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 Directed dealer.
• When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control. Therefore, never
operate the system in an area that does not have adequate ventilation.
The following precautions are the sole responsibility of the user; however, authorized Directed dealers should:
• Never use a test light or logic probe when installing this unit. Always use a multimeter.
• Never operate the system in an enclosed or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).
• 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 REMAIN CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.
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 is responsible for having 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 Directed 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.
OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE 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. IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE
START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.
Remote starters for manual transmission pose significant risks if not properly installed and operated. When testing to ensure the
installation is working properly, only remote start the vehicle in neutral gear, on a flat surface and with a functional, fully engaged
parking brake. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of or behind the vehicle.
This product should not be installed in any convertible vehicles, soft or hard top with a manual transmission. Installation in such
vehicles may pose certain risk.

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Introduction
The FORD1 firmware for DS4+ is compatible with specific Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. It is a complete
solution for remote start, security (when security features are enabled), bypass, and features built in Bluetooth
4.0 allowing you to configure and control your system. This guide provides information on the installation of the
module using FORD1. Please refer to the DirectLink application or www.directechs.com for more information
about which configuration is best for your application.
Warning! This module is designed to be configured using the DirectLink application for mobile devices, however it can also
be configured using the web tool located at www.directechs.com. To download the DirectLink mobile application, please visit the
Google Play or Apple store.
Pre-installation and application warnings
Firmware notes: 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.
T-Harness
compatible
Keys required for
programming 2Keys required for operation 0
Compatible with FORD1 4.13+
Key2GO is required if only one key is available. You can program the interface without the need for Key2GO if two keys
are present.
Keys required to program: 40-Bit Encryption transponder: Programming can be completed with two (2) keys or with one (1)
key if using Key2GO.
Unless specified otherwise, all connectors are displayed from the wire side, with the exception of the OBDII diagnostic
connector.
It is important to check that the fuses are positioned correctly in the module. Refer to the "Fuse selection" section following
each installation type for more information.
Refer to the "Vehicle wiring reference chart" following each installation type.
General notes: This section highlights important information for this specific firmware.
[1] The installation of an aftermarket hood pin is ONLY required on vehicles that are NOT equipped with a factory hood pin.
[2] The siren is ONLY required when enabling the security features during module flashing.
[3] The Green wire is ONLY required for starter disable and anti-grind connections.
[4] Keysense or Factory Disarm Output is required ONLY if the vehicle is equipped with an OEM Alarm. Refer to the "Vehicle
wiring reference chart" following each installation type.
[5] CAN connections are only required if using in conjunction with SmartStart.
[6] Required ONLY when enabling the security features during module flashing.
[7] Vehicles built after July 24, 2000.
Additional parts required (maximum required):
Diode 6A
0 x 1A Diodes 86 85
30
87a
87
0 x Relay
Resistor 100Ω
0 x Resistor
Fuse 7.5A
0 x Fuse

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Vehicle application guide
The following table lists the vehicles and features which are compatible with this product. The number assigned to each year
allows you to determine which installation type should be used for your vehicle.
Vehicles
2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 PK-Immobilizer Bypass-Data No Key Req'd DL-Disarm Factory Security DS4+ Only Key2GO RS-Accessory Activation RS-Ignition Activation RS-RAP Shut Down (Retained ACC Power) RS-SmartStart RS-Start (Crank) Activation
Ford
Crown Victoria 1 1 1111111
•••••••••
Ed
g
e 22222 •••••••••
Esca
p
e 2 22222111 1
•••••••••
Esca
p
e H
y
brid 2 22222
•••••••••
E-Series 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
•••••••••
Ex
p
edition 2 2 2222222
•••••••••
Ex
p
lorer 2 2 22222222
1 [7]
•••••••••
Ex
p
lorer S
p
ort Trac 1111 1
•••••••••
F-150 2 2 211111
•••••••••
F-250 2 2 2 2
•••••••••
F-350 2 2 2 2
•••••••••
F-450 2 2 2 2
•••••••••
Fiesta 2 2 2
•••••••••
Five Hundred 2 2 2
•••••••••
Flex 2 2 2
•••••••••
Focus 2 2 22111111 1 1
•••••••••
Freestar 2222
•••••••••
Freest
y
le 222 •••••••••
Fusion 2 2 2 2222
•••••••••
GT 11 •••••••••
Mustan
g
2 2 2 22222
•••••••••
Mustan
g
(
SA Ke
y)
22 •••••••••
Ran
g
er 1 1 11111111 1
•••••••••
S
p
ort Trac 2 2 2 2
•••••••••
Taurus 2 2 2 22111111 1 1
•••••••••
Taurus X 2 2
•••••••••
Thunderbird 2222
•••••••••
Transit Connect 1 or 2 1 or 2 1 or 2
•••••••••
Windstar 1 1 1
•••••••••
Lincoln 14 13 12 11 10 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
Aviator 2 2 2
•••••••••
LS 22222 1 1
•••••••••
Mark LT 1 1 1
•••••••••
MKS 2222 •••••••••
MK
X
2222 •••••••••
MKZ 222222 •••••••••
Navi
g
ator 2 2 2 2 22222221
•••••••••
Town Ca
r
1 1 1111111
•••••••••
Ze
p
h
yr
2 •••••••••
Mercur
y
14 13 12 11 10 09 08 07 06 05 04 03 02 01 00
Grand Mar
q
uis 1 1 1111111
•••••••••
Marauder 1 1
•••••••••
Marine
r
2 22222
•••••••••
Mariner H
y
brid 2 2222
•••••••••
Milan 2 2222
•••••••••
Monte
g
o 222 •••••••••
Montere
y
2222
•••••••••
Mountainee
r
2 22222222
1 [7]
•••••••••
M
y
sti
q
ue
1•••••••••
Sable 2 2 1111 1 1
•••••••••
Le
g
end:
AV: Horn & Li
g
ht Controls PK: Trans
p
onder & Immobilizer Override
CC: Comfort & Convenience Control
s
RS: Remote Start & En
g
ine Controls
DL: OE Door Lock & Alarm Controls SS: Inte
g
rated Securit
y
& Monitorin
g
FOB: S
y
nc CAN Interface w/ FOB Remote ST: Function/Feature Status

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Wiring connections
The wiring connections listed below are specific to this firmware.
Main harness (H1), 12-pin black connector
Conn./Pin Color Description
H1/1 Blue/White Relay 1 N.C. – No Connection 1
H1/2 Blue/Red Relay 1 N.O. – No Connection 1
H1/3 Blue Relay 1 COM – No Connection1
H1/4 White/Brown Relay 3 N.C. – No Connection 1
H1/5 White Relay 3 COM – (+) or (-) Parking Light Output 1
H1/6 Red (+) 12 Volt (Battery)
H1/7 Lt. Green/Red Relay 2 N.O. – (-) Ground 1
H1/8 Lt. Green Relay 2 COM – RAP Off Output 1
H1/9 Lt. Green/White Relay 2 N.C. – RAP Off Output 1
H1/10 Black (-) Ground
H1/11 White Relay 3 COM – (+) or (-) Parking Light Output 1
H1/12 Red (+) 12 Volt (Battery)
Relay harness (H2), 10-pin white connector
Conn./Pin Color Description
H2/1 N/A No Connection
H2/2 Red/Black (+) 12 Volt Input (Accessory/Starter relay)
H2/3 Pink/Black Relay N.C. – Flex Relay Isolation 1
H2/4 Pink/White Relay COM – Flex Relay Output 1
H2/5 Red (+) 12 Volt Input (Ignition relay)
H2/6 Green Relay COM – (+) Starter (key side)1
H2/7 Violet Relay N.C. – (+) Starter Output (vehicle side)1
H2/8 Orange Relay COM – (+) Accessory Output1
H2/9 Red/White (+) 12 Volt Input (Flex) relay
H2/10 Pink Relay COM – (+) Ignition Output
Data harness (H3), 8-pin white connector
Conn./Pin Color Description
H3/1 Tan No Connection
H3/2 Tan/Black No Connection
H3/3 Orange/Brown HS CAN Low
H3/4 Orange/Green HS CAN High
H3/5 Lt. Green No Connection
H3/6 Violet/Brown No Connection
H3/7 Orange/Black Data RX
H3/8 Yellow/Black Data TX
1. If these outputs are not used by the firmware, they can be configured by the installer when the module is flashed.

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Analog input/output harness (H4), 22-pin white connector
Conn./Pin Color Description
H4/1 Lt. Green/Black (-) FAA Output 1
H4/2 Blue/White (-) Ground When Running (Status) Output 1
H4/3 Dk. Green/Black (-) Lock Output 1
H4/4 Red/White (-) Trunk Release Output 1
H4/5 Brown/Black (-) Horn Output 1
H4/6 Brown/White N/A
H4/7 White (+) Keysense Output 1
H4/8 Violet/Black (+) AUX 4 Output 1
H4/9 Dk. Blue/Black (-) Unlock Output 1
H4/10 Lt. Blue/Black (-) Factory Alarm Disarm Output 1
H4/11 Brown/Red (+) Siren Output 1
H4/12 Pink (+) Ignition Sense Input
H4/13 Violet (+) Door Sense Input 2
H4/14 Brown (+) Brake Input 2
H4/15 White/Blue (-) Activation Input 2
H4/16 Red/Blue (-) Valet Switch 2
H4/17 Black/White (-) E-Brake Input 2
H4/18 Orange/Black (-) Instant Alarm Trigger Input 2
H4/19 Blue (-) Trunk Sense Input 2
H4/20 Green (-) Door Sense Input 2
H4/21 Gray (-) Hood Pin Input 2
H4/22 Violet/White (AC) Tach Input
RF Port harness (H5), 2-pin white connector
Conn./Pin Color Description
H5/1 N/A RF Loop
H5/2 N/A RF Loop
D2D harness (H6), 4-pin white (1) and black (2) connectors
Conn./Pin Color Description
H6/1 Blue (Data) TX
H6/2 Black (-) Ground
H6/3 Green (Data) RX
H6/4 Red (+) 12 Volt
Temperature sensor harness (H7), 2-pin black connector (optional, 8556T)
Conn./Pin Color Description
H7/1 Black Temperature Sensor
H7/2 Black Temperature Sensor
1. If these outputs are not used by the firmware, they can be configured by the installer when the module is flashed. Note that they are low current and a relay
may be necessary.
2. These connections are only required if the corresponding statuses are not supported by the firmware. See "Vehicle application guide" on page 5 for a
list of compatible features. If these outputs are not used by the firmware, they can be configured by the installer when the module is flashed. Note that they
are low current and a relay may be necessary.

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Installation (wiring diagrams, fuse selection & vehicle wiring reference charts)
Type 1
Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" on page 4 for important information, such as the description of special notes referenced in the diagram ( ).
Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( ).
Wiring diagram
22 810 12
4 2442
DS4+
DS4
Slide
to open
Proper Fuse
Positioning
DS4+ DS4
It is IMPORTANT to check that
the fuses are positioned
correctly.
MAIN (5A) (+)
(-) RLY3 PK LIGHT (15A) (+)
(-) ACC & START (30A) (+)
(-) FLEX RLY (20A) (+)
IGN (20A) (+)
MAIN (5A) (+)
(-) RLY3/PK LIGHT(15A) (+)
5
5
15
15
30
20
20
Siren
Hood Pin
(-) Hood Input: Gray: 21
(+) Siren Output: Brown/Red: 11
HS CAN High: Orange/Green: 4
HS CAN Low: Orange/Brown: 3
TX: Yellow/Black: 8
RX: Orange/Black: 7
(-) Ground: Black: 10
(-) RAP Off Output: Lt. Green: 8
(-) Ground: Lt. Green/Red: 7
(+) or (-) Parking Lights: White: 5 & 11
(AC) Tach Input: Violet/White: 22
(-) Unlock Output: Blue/Black: 9
(-) Lock Output: Green/Black: 3
(-) Trunk Release Output: Red/White: 4
(+) Brake Input: Brown: 14
(+) 12V Input: Red: 6 & 12
(+) Ignition Input/Ouput: Pink: 10
(+) 12V Input: Red: 5
(+) Accessory Output: Orange: 8
(+) 12V Input: Red/Black: 2
(+) Starter Output (Car Side): Violet: 7
Starter Input (Key Side): Green: 6
16
8
9
1
HS CAN Low, pin 14
(-) Driver Door
Trigger
HS CAN High, pin 6
OBDII Diagnostic Connector,
under Driver Dash
(connector side view)
Passive Anti-Theft Security System (PATS) connectors
See the Vehicle Wiring Charts for more wire and connector details
Ignition
RX
TX Ground
43
2
1
4 3 2 1
Ignition
RX
TX
Ground
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
Ground
TX
RX
Ignition
31
3
2
1
4
2
4
RX
4
TX
3
Ground2
Ignition1
4
3
2
1
(-) Door Input: Green: 20
(+) 12V Input: Red/White: 9
(+) Ignition 2/Flex Relay Output: Pink/White: 4
Conn. type 1 Conn. type 2 Conn. type 3 Conn. type 4
Refer to Vehicle wiring
reference chart section or go to
www.directechs.com for more
information on vehicle-specific
wiring connections.

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Vehicle wiring reference chart
This section provides vehicle wiring information
to guide you through the various stages of your
installation. Refer to www.directechs.com for
additional information.
Under hood
Rear running board harness to rear
Wire Information Connector Information
Function Color Pin Polarity Location Color Pins Ref.
Ford Crown Victoria 2003-2004
Brake Lt. Green 2 (+) Brake pedal switch. Black 2 D
RX Gray/Orange 3 Data (PATS) connector Type 4. Green 4 A
TX White/Lt. Green 4 Data (PATS) connector Type 4. Green 4 A
Keysense Black/Pink 4 or 5 (-) Bottom of steering column. Gray 4 or 8 K
12V Lt. Green or Brown B3 (+) Ignition switch. Black 15 B
Ignition White/Yellow I1 (+) Ignition switch. Black 15 B
Starter Red/Lt. Blue STA (+) Ignition switch. Black 15 B
Accessory 1 Gray/Yellow A2 (+) Ignition switch. Black 15 B
Accessory 2 Black/Lt. Green A1 (+) Ignition switch. Black 15 B
Accessory 3 Pink/Black A4 (+) Ignition switch. Black 15 B
Parking Lights Brown 4 (+) LCM (Lighting Control Module) right of steering column. Black 16 E
Driver Door Trigger Dk. Blue 11 (-) LCM to the right of the steering column. Gray 22 E
Lock (with keyless/factory
alarm entry)
Pink/Yellow N/A (+) Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Unlock (with keyless/factory
alarm entry)
Pink/Lt. Green N/A (+) Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Lock (w/o keyless entry) Pink/Yellow N/A 5-wire Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Unlock (w/o keyless entry) Pink/Lt. Green N/A 5-wire Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Trunk Release Violet/Yellow N/A 5-wire Drivers kick panel harness to rear. N/A N/A C
Passenger Door Triggers Black/Orange 11 (-) LCM to the right of the steering column.
Required ONLY when enabling the security features during module
flashing.
Gray 16 E
HS CAN High N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
HS CAN Low N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

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Wire Information Connector Information
Function Color Pin Polarity Location Color Pins Ref.
Ford Crown Victoria 2005-2007
RX Gray/Orange 4 Data (PATS) connector Type 4. Black 4 A
TX White/Lt. Green 3 Data (PATS) connector Type 4. Black 4 A
Brake Lt. Green/Red 2 (+) Brake pedal switch. Black or Brown 5 D
12V Lt. Green/Violet 9 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Ignition Violet/Orange 1 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Starter Dark Green 10 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Accessory 1 Gray/Yellow or
Black/Lt. Green
7 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Accessory 2 White/Lt. Blue or
White/Violet
5 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Keysense Gray/Yellow or
Black/Pink
3 or
10
(+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Parking Lights Brown 10 (+) LCM right of steering column or drivers kick. Black 13 E
HS CAN High White/Lt. Green 6 Data OBDII. Black 16 L
HS CAN Low Pink/Lt. Green 14 Data OBDII. Black 16 L
Hood Trigger Violet/Orange 2 (-) LCM right of the steering column or hood pin. N/A 16 E
Driver Door Trigger Dk. Blue N/A (-) Drivers kick panel junction block. Gray 20 C
Lock (with keyless/factory
alarm entry)
Pink/Yellow N/A (+) Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Unlock (with keyless/factory
alarm entry)
Pink/Lt. Green N/A (+) Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Lock (w/o keyless entry) Pink/Yellow N/A 5-wire Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Unlock (w/o keyless entry) Pink/Lt. Green N/A 5-wire Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Trunk Release Violet/Yellow N/A 5-wire Drivers kick panel harness to rear. N/A N/A C
Passenger Door Triggers Black/Orange N/A (-) Drivers kick panel harness to rear. Required ONLY when enabling
the security features during module flashing.
N/A N/A C
Ford Crown Victoria 2008-2009
RX Gray/Orange 4 Data (PATS) connector Type 4. Black 4 A
TX White/Lt. Green 3 Data (PATS) connector Type 4. Black 4 A
Brake Lt. Green/Red 2 (+) Brake pedal switch. Brown 5 D
12V Lt. Green/Violet 9 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Ignition Violet/Orange 1 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Starter Dark Green 10 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Accessory 1 Gray/Yellow or
Black/Lt. Green
7 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Accessory 2 White/Violet 5 (+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Keysense Gray/Yellow or
Black/Pink
3 or
10
(+) Ignition switch. Gray 10 B
Parking Lights Brown 10 (+) LCM right of steering column or drivers kick. Black 13 E
HS CAN High White/Lt. Green 6 Data OBDII. Black 16 L
HS CAN Low Pink/Lt. Green 14 Data OBDII. Black 16 L
Driver Door Trigger Dk. Blue 22 (-) DDM (Drivers Door Module) in drivers door. Black 26 M
Trunk Release White/Violet 12 (+) DDM in drivers door or trunk release switch. Black 26 M
Lock Pink/Yellow N/A (+) Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Unlock Pink/Lt. Green N/A (+) Drivers kick panel door harness. N/A N/A C
Passenger Door Triggers Black/Orange 7 (-) DDM in drivers door or drivers kick panel. Required ONLY when
enabling the security features during module flashing.
Gray 24 M