Directed Ds4+ User manual

FORD6

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.

2017-06-20

DS4+

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 ................................................................ 7

Installation (wiring diagrams, fuse selection & vehicle wiring reference charts)........................................ 8

Type 1 - with T-Harness (THFON1)............................................................................................... 8

Type 1 ..................................................................................................................................... 9

Type 2 - with T-Harness (THFON1)............................................................................................. 21

Type 2 ................................................................................................................................... 22

Key2GO...................................................................................................................................... 25

Understanding the difference between a Ford 80 & 40 bit ................................................................. 25

What does it mean? ............................................................................................................... 25

How do I differentiate between the 40 & 80 bit?......................................................................... 25

Configuring the system................................................................................................................... 26

Important! .............................................................................................................................. 26

Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission ............................................................................ 26

RF Systems ............................................................................................................................. 26

8504D Combo Sensor............................................................................................................. 26

When used in conjunction with SmartStart.................................................................................. 26

D2D port configuration ............................................................................................................ 27

Module programming - Using 2 Keys......................................................................................... 28

Module programming - 1-Key programming using Key2GO ......................................................... 29

LED diagnostics and troubleshooting.......................................................................................... 30

Soft reset................................................................................................................................ 32

Hard reset .............................................................................................................................. 32

Learning the Tach (not needed with Virtual Tach) ............................................................................... 33

Initializing Virtual Tach (not needed with hardwired or data tach applications) ..................................... 33

Limited lifetime consumer warranty .................................................................................................. 34

Quick Reference Guide.................................................................................................................. 35

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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).

• 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 controls to assure that the system does not unintentionally remote start the vehicle.

• 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 FORD6 ﬁrmware for DS4+ is compatible with speciﬁc Ford and Lincoln 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

FORD6. 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 THFON1 Keys required for

programming 2Keys required for

operation 0

The optional Plug & Play THFON1 T-Harness is sold separately.

The OBDII Diagnostic Connector features will remain the same even when the T-Harness is installed.

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:

80-Bit Encryption transponder: Requires two (2) keys for programming. Key2GO is NOT compatible.

40-Bit Encryption transponder: Programming can be completed with two (2) keys or with one (1) key if using Key2GO.

(See "Understanding the difference between a Ford 80 & 40 bit" on page 25 for more information)

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] Only required if OEM alarm equipped.

[4] Ford Expedition & Lincoln Navigator are NOT compatible with optional T-Harness THFON1.

Additional parts required (maximum required):

Diode 6A

1 x 6A Diodes 86 85

87a

1 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

2016

2015

2014

2013

2012

2011

2010

2009

2008

PK-Immobilizer Bypass-Data

No Key Req'd

DL-Arm Factory Security

DL-Disarm Factory Security

DL-Door Lock Control

DL-Door Unlock

DL-Trunk / Hatch Release

FOB-Control of aftermarket

alarm with OEM remote

Key2GO

RS-3x LOCK START (Start

control using OEM Remote)

RS-3x LOCK STOP (Stop

control using OEM Remote)

RS-RAP Shut Down

(Retained ACC Power)

RS-SmartStart

RS-Tach / RPM Output

SS-Entry Monitoring ALL

Door Pins

SS-Entry Monitoring Driver

Door Pin

SS-Entry Monitoring Hood

SS-Entry Monitoring

Trunk/Hatch Pin

ST-Brake Status (foot brake)

ST-Door Locks Status

ST-E-Brake Status

Ford

Edge (SA Key) 2222 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Escape 11111••••••••••••••••••••

Escape Hybrid 11111••••••••••••••••••••

E-Series (SA Key) 1 ••••• • •••••••• •••

Expedition 11 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Expedition (SA Key) 1111 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Explorer (SA Key) 22222 ••••••• ••••••••••••

F-150 (SA Key) 111 ••••• • •••••••• •••

F-150 (SA Key) 1 ••••• •••••••••• •••

F-250 1 ••••• • •••••••• •••

F-250 (SA Key) 11111 ••••• • •••••••• •••

F-350 1 ••••• • •••••••• •••

F-350 (SA Key) 11111 ••••• • •••••••• •••

F-450 1 ••••• • •••••••• •••

F-450 (SA Key) 11111 ••••• • •••••••• •••

Flex 11 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Flex 111 ••••••••••••••••••••

Flex (SA Key) 1111 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Fusion (SA Key) 11 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Mustang (SA Key) 11 ••••••• ••••• • ••••• •

Taurus (SA Key) 11 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Lincoln

Navigator 1111 ••••••• ••••••••••••

Legend:

DL: OE Door Lock & Alarm Controls

FOB: Sync CAN Interface w/ FOB Remote

PK: Transponder & Immobilizer Override

RS: Remote Start & Engine Controls

SS: Integrated Security & Monitoring

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. – (+) 12V Input 1

H1/3 Blue Relay 1 COM – (+) Ignition Output 1

H1/4 White/Brown Relay 3 N.C. – No Connection 1

H1/5 White Relay 3 COM – (+) Parking Light Output 1

H1/6 Red (+) 12 Volt (Battery)

H1/7 Lt. Green/Red Relay 2 N.O. – No Connection 1

H1/8 Lt. Green Relay 2 COM – RAP Off Interrupt 1

H1/9 Lt. Green/White Relay 2 N.C. – RAP Off Interrupt 1

H1/10 Black (-) Ground

H1/11 White Relay 3 COM – 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 No Connection

H2/3 Pink/Black No Connection 1

H2/4 Pink/White No Connection 1

H2/5 Red No Connection

H2/6 Green No Connection 1

H2/7 Violet No Connection 1

H2/8 Orange No Connection 1

H2/9 Red/White No Connection

H2/10 Pink No Connection

Data harness (H3), 8-pin white connector

Conn./Pin Color Description

H3/1 Tan MS CAN Low

H3/2 Tan/Black MS CAN High

H3/3 Orange/Brown HS CAN High

H3/4 Orange/Green HS CAN Low

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 No Connection 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 1

H4/6 Brown/White N/A

H4/7 White (+) Accessory/Keysense Output 1

H4/8 Violet/Black (+) Starter Output 1

H4/9 Dk. Blue/Black (-) Unlock Output 1

H4/10 Lt. Blue/Black (-) Factory Alarm Disarm 1

H4/11 Brown/Red (+) Siren Output 1

H4/12 Pink (+) Ignition Sense Input

H4/13 Violet (+) Door Input 2

H4/14 Brown (+) Brake Input 2

H4/15 White/Blue (-) Activation (Start Trigger) Input 2

H4/16 Red/Blue No Connection 2

H4/17 Black/White (-) Parking Brake Input (Manual Transmission) 2

H4/18 Orange/Black (-) Instant Alarm Trigger Input 2

H4/19 Blue (-) Trunk Trigger Input 2

H4/20 Green (-) Door 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

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 - with T-Harness (THFON1)

Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" on page 4 and "Vehicle wiring reference chart" on page 10 for important information on this installation.

RAP Off Interrupt: Lt. Green

RAP Off Interrupt: Lt. Green/White

(+) Parking Light Output: White

MS CAN Low: Tan

(-) Trunk Release Output: Red/White

MS CAN High: Tan/Black

HS CAN High: Orange/Green

HS CAN Low: Orange/Brown

Hood Pin (-) Hood Pin Input: Gray

Siren

(+) Siren Output: Brown/Red

HS CAN Low: pin 14

HS CAN High: pin 6

MS CAN Low:

pin 11

MS CAN High:

pin 3

Refer to the Vehicle wiring

reference charts for wire and

connector details related to

the standard connections in

the vehicle.

86 85

87a

Headlight

Switch

Ground

wire

(-) Parking Light

(-) Lock Output: Dk. Green/Black

(-) Unlock Output: Dk. Blue/Black

(-) Unlock

Driver Door Trigger

(-) Lock

(-) Trunk

Release

OBDII Diagnostic Connector,

under Driver Dash (connector side view)

Ignition Switch

Connector

(connector side)

13 5 6

Ignition

Barrel 21

1 32

THFON1

(optional

T-Harness)

Headlight Switch connectors

Refer to the Vehicle wiring reference charts

for wire and connector details related to the

standard connections in the vehicle.

Cut

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) (+)

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Type 1

Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" on page 4 and "Vehicle wiring reference chart" on page 10 for important information on this installation.

(+) Ignition Input: Blue/Red: 2

(+) Ignition Output: Blue: 3

(-) Ground: Black: 10

MS CAN Low: Tan : 1

(-) Trunk Release Output: Red/White: 4

MS CAN High: Tan/Black: 2

HS CAN High: Orange/Green: 4

HS CAN Low: Orange/Brown: 3

Data RX: Orange/Black: 7

(+) Parking Light Output: White: 5 & 11

Hood Pin

(-) Hood Pin Input: Gray: 21

Siren

(+) Siren Output: Brown/Red: 11

HS CAN Low: pin 14

HS CAN High: pin 6

MS CAN Low:

pin 11

MS CAN High:

pin 3

Refer to the Vehicle wiring

reference charts for wire and

connector details related to

the standard connections in

the vehicle.

86 85

87a

Headlight

Switch

Ground

wire

Parking Light

Data TX: Yellow/Black: 8

(-) Lock Output: Dk. Green/Black: 3

(+) Accessory/Keysense Output: White: 7

(+) Starter Output: Violet/Black: 8

(-) Unlock Output: Dk. Blue/Black: 9

(-) Unlock

(+) 12V

(+) Ignition

(+) Start

Driver Door Trigger

(-) Lock

(-) Trunk

Release

OBDII Diagnostic Connector,

under Driver Dash (connector side view)

(+) Keysense (+) Acc.

6A Diode

RAP Off Interrupt: Lt. Green: 8

RAP Off Interrupt: Lt. Green/White: 9

Headlight Switch connectors

Refer to the Vehicle wiring reference charts

for wire and connector details related to the

standard connections in the vehicle.

(+) 12V Input: Red: 6 & 12

P.A.T.S. - 4-pin

(at ignition switch)

RX: pin 4

TX: pin 3

Cut

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) (+)

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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.

Wire Information Connector Information

Function Color Pin Polarity Location Color Pins Ref.

Ford E-Series (SA Key) 2014

RX Violet/Gray 4 Data PATS connector at ignition switch Black 4 A

TX Yellow/Orange 3 Data PATS connector at ignition switch Black 4 A

Headlight Switch Ground Black/Blue 3 (-) Headlight Switch Gray 10 C

Parking Lights Gray 2 (-) Headlight Switch Gray 10 C

12V Blue/Red 2 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 13 B

Accessory Brown/Yellow 8 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 13 B

Ignition White/Orange 1 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 13 B

Keysense Blue/Gray 10 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 13 B

Start Blue/White 5 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 13 B

MS CAN High Gray/Orange 3 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

MS CAN Low Violet/Orange 11 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

HS CAN High White/Blue 6 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

HS CAN Low White 14 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

Driver Door Trigger Green/Violet 14 Cut BCM/SJB in driver side dash Gray 26 H

Lock Gray/Yellow 17 (-) SJB in driver side dash Gray 26 H

Unlock Violet/Gray 4 (-) SJB in driver side dash Gray 26 H

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Wire Information Connector Information

Function Color Pin Polarity Location Color Pins Ref.

Ford Escape 2008-2012

RX Violet/Gray 4 Data PATS connector at ignition switch Black 4 A

TX Yellow/Orange 3 Data PATS connector at ignition switch Black 4 A

Headlight Switch Ground Black/Blue 7 (-) Headlight Switch Gray 10 C

Parking Lights Blue/Gray 5 (-) Headlight Switch Gray 10 C

12V Blue/Red 4 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 7 B

Accessory Violet/Green 6 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 7 B

Ignition White/Orange 1 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 7 B

Keysense Blue/Gray 5 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 7 B

Start Blue/White 7 (+) Ignition Switch Gray 7 B

MS CAN High Gray/Orange 3 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

MS CAN Low Violet/Orange 11 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

HS CAN High White/Blue 6 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

HS CAN Low White 14 Data OBDII Diagnostic Connector Black 16 D

Driver Door Trigger Green/Violet 14 Cut BCM/SJB in passenger side center console Gray 26 E

Trunk/Hatch Release Brown 7 (-) BCM/SJB in passenger side center console Gray 26 E

Lock Blue/Green 17 (-) SJB in passenger side center console Gray 26 E

Unlock Yellow/Violet 4 (-) SJB in passenger side center console Gray 26 E

Ford Escape Hybrid 2008-2012