Polarstart PS-3085 SH User manual

Installation Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS..................................................1
INTRODUCTION ............................................................2
WHAT’S INCLUDED .....................................................2
INSTALLATION POINTS TO REMEMBER.................2
PS-3085 SH – FEATURES LIST.....................................3
HARNESS DESCRIPTION .............................................4
WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................................6
TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS .......................................7
THE PROGRAMMING ASSISTANCE BUTTON .........7
PROGRAMMING A TRANSMITTER ...........................7
VALET OPERATION......................................................7
Get INTO Valet Mode ..................................................7
Get OUT of Valet Mode ...............................................8
MULTI-SPEED TACH LEARNING ...............................8
PROGRAMMING OPTIONS ..........................................8
SETTING THE UNIT INTO READY MODE...............10
REMAINING IN READY MODE.................................10
CLUTCH BYPASSING .................................................10
PARKING BRAKE WIRE.............................................11
IDLE MODE ..................................................................11
To activate the Idle Mode ...........................................11
2nd IGN / ACC / CRANK RELAY OUTPUT ................11
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES..................................11
Lock Pulse Duration ...................................................11
Vehicle Type – GAS or DIESEL................................11
Horn Confirmation......................................................12
SAFE START.............................................................12
TURBO MODE ..........................................................12
To activate the Turbo Mode........................................12
Cold Weather Mode....................................................12
Ignition-Controlled Door Locks .................................12
Smart Ignition Locks ..................................................12
Engine Running Confirmation....................................13
Smart REARM ...........................................................13
Secure Lock ................................................................13
Smart Secure Lock......................................................13
Key Sense ...................................................................13
Starter Disable ............................................................13
Priority Door Access ..................................................13
AUX 2 –Timed Output ...............................................14
Horn Chirp Timing .....................................................15
AUX 3 – TRUNK or Sunroof control ........................15
TRUNK output with DISARM / REARM pulse ........15
Programmable External Trigger .................................15
GROUND OUTPUT ......................................................16
HOME VALET...........................................................16
PANIC MODE (in order to be available, this option must
be programmed)..............................................................16
MULTI-CAR OPERATION ..........................................16
RESETTING THE MODULE........................................16
EVENTS LOGGING and PLAYBACK.........................17
Start Failure Codes via Parking Lights:......................17
Events playback:.........................................................17
DIAGNOSTICS - PARKING LIGHTS FLASH RATE.17
TESTING .......................................................................18
CLOSING UP.................................................................18
NOTICE:
DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
ELECTRICAL DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE OR TO THE UNIT THAT HAS CAUSED VEHICLE DAMAGE DUE TO IMPROPER
INSTALLATION OF THE PRODUCT.
THIS UNIT MUST BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED POLARSTART TRAINED TECHNICIAN USING ALL SAFETY
DEVICES SUPPLIED.
Please review the Installation Guide carefully before any work begins.
WARNING
THIS UNIT IS DESIGNED FOR VEHICLES WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION ONLY: BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT, TEST
THAT THE OEM DOOR SWITCH CONTACTS OF THE VEHICLE WORK WELL, AND THAT THE PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM
OPERATES PROPERLLY.
DO NOT INSTALL ON CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES UNLESS A MOTION DETECTOR IS USED.
Rev: 1.00 – GL 29/Nov/01 Manufactured in Canada by POLARSTART
POLARSTART
PS-3085 SH
Multi-Channel Remote Starter System
for MANUAL Transmissions

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INTRODUCTION
The PS-3085 SH system is a state-of-the art remote car starter representing a breakthrough in vehicle convenience
technology. Designed with OEM integration in mind, it can be customized and used for almost every possible application. By
integrating time-latched and ON/OFF outputs, this Unit can single-handedly control virtually any electrical system in your
vehicle.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Before beginning the installation, please review the Installation Guide – particularly the wiring diagram and the
programming options.
NOTE: It is very important that you familiarize yourself with the programming and operation of the PS-3085 SH system,
even if you have already installed a Polarstart system in the past. There are many great new features that may be overlooked
if the manual is not read: you would therefore not maximize the potential of the PS-3085 SH.
Prior to installation, make sure that all the hardware components required to install the system are in the box.
The following is a list of components included in the kit:
x 1 - PS-3085 SH Control Unit
x 1 - Super-heterodyne Receiver
x 1 - SH interconnect cable
x 1 - Five-button multi-channel Transmitter
x 1 - Plug-in push-button Valet Switch
x 1 - Plug-in 2-volt LED
x 1 - Hood Pin-Switch
The kit should also include the following:
x 1 - 6-pin Main Ignition Harness
x 1 - 5-pin Secondary Harness
x 1 - 12-pin Accessories Harness
x 1 - 2-pin Secondary Harness
x User Guide and Installation Guide
FCC USER NOTICE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE
CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID
THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
INSTALLATION POINTS TO REMEMBER
x On vehicles with a manual Transmission, ALWAYS ensure that all Doors will get the Unit out of Ready Mode. Switch
the wire used so that it is triggered by all Doors.
x Make sure that the Parking Brake and Door Switch contacts work properly.
x Always use a Motion Detector when installing this unit on convertible vehicles.
x Always leave a window open when working on a vehicle.
x NEVER leave the keys in the car. Leave them on a workbench!
x If possible, remove the fuse of the courtesy light to prevent battery drain, but BEWARE of coded radios: make sure you
have the code before removing power to the car.
x Inspect the vehicle for any body damage or electrical problem.
x Make sure that all the switches and controls operate properly.
x Verify whether the vehicle starts and idles properly.
x Never install the Control Unit where it could interfere with normal operation or obstruct service technicians.
x Do not disconnect the battery on vehicles equipped with air bags and anti-theft radios.
x Always use a grommet when running wires into the Engine compartment; never run wires through bare or sharp metal.
x Always solder and tape all connections.
x Never ground the Control Unit to the Steering Column of the vehicle.
x Keep the antenna away from other antenna types (GPS/OnStar).
x Make sure that all safety equipment is installed: the Valet Switch, the Hood Switch and the Warning Label.

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PS-3085 SH – FEATURES LIST
x SECURE PROCEDURE TO ENABLE REMOTE START
x VEHICLE WILL NOT START UNLESS THE SYSTEM IS SET TO READY MODE
x DOORS MONITORED AGAINST VEHICLE ACCESS
x TURBO MODE
x IDLE MODE
x ERROR CODES FOR LAST 4 FAILED STARTS
x LONG-RANGE SUPER-HETERODYNE RECEIVER
x DRIVER’S-DOOR PRIORITY ACCESS
x HOME VALETMODE
x PROGRAMMABLE HIGH-CURRENT 2ND OUTPUT FOR IGNITION / ACCESSORIES / STARTER
x SAFE START
x “SWAP START” EXTENDED SAFETY MODE
x DOME LIGHT SUPERVISION*
x DOME LIGHT-AWARE SMART IGNITION LOCK
x PROGRAMMING BUTTON (Makes programming a snap!!)
x INTELLIGENT FACTORY ALARM CONTROL (Can arm virtually any factory alarm!!)
x SECURE LOCK AND ARM
x SMART SECURE LOCK AND ARM
x SMART REARM (Will only rearm once.)
x 5-BUTTON, 10-CHANNEL REMOTE TRANSMITTER
x INDEPENDENT ARM / DISARM WIRES
x PANIC MODE (HORN CONFIRMATION, must be configured)
x QUICK LOCKOUT(Also called SECURE PANIC, the system will LOCK all Doors when Brake Pedal is pressed
when Siren is sounding).
x MULTI-CAR OPERATION (Can control 2 separate Polarstart-equipped cars)
x REMOTE WINDOW OR SUNROOF CONTROL CAPABILITY **
x CONTROLLABLE LATCHED 30-SEC NEGATIVE OUTPUT
x PLUG-IN PUSH-BUTTON VALET SWITCH AND L.E.D.
x DIAGNOSTICS VIA PARKING LIGHTS
x DUAL 12-VOLT SUPPLY
x NEGATIVE DOOR-LOCK OUTPUTS
x IGNITION-CONTROLLED DOOR LOCKS
x INTELLIGENT TACH WIRE LOCATOR (Tells you when you get the right Tach wire!!!)
x HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION CONTROL*
x PROGRAMMABLE PASSIVE OR ACTIVE ARMING OF STARTER DISABLE
x PROGRAMMABLE HORN CHIRP TIMING
x ZONE 3 DISARM / REARM
x KEY SENSE
x ANTI-GRIND FEATURE
x NEGATIVE TRUNK-RELEASE OUTPUT
x EXTERNAL TRIGGER CONTROL – PAGER READY
x CODE-LEARNING TRANSMITTER
x USER-CONTROLLED COLD WEATHER TIMER
x MULTI-SPEED TACH LEARNING FOR HIGH-, MEDIUM- AND LOW-SPEED TACH SIGNALS.
x PROGRAMMABLE RUN TIME 4, 15 or 25 minutes (Gas); 9, 20 or 30 minutes (Diesel)
x GROUNDOUT (CONSTANT) WHILE RUNNING
x PROGRAMMABLE DOOR-LOCK PULSE DURATION. (1/10 sec, 7/10 sec, 4 sec or Double Pulse)
x POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE PARKING-LIGHT OUTPUT
x GAS OR DIESEL OPERATION
x LIMITED LIFE WARRANTY. ***
NOTE: * Relay required.
** An external window Module may be required.
*** See Limited Life Warranty.

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HARNESS DESCRIPTION
When connecting a Polarstart Module, make sure the connector with the Ground wire is connected first, before the 12-volt
connections are made. Should the Unit be powered before being grounded, internal components of the Unit could be
seriously damaged.
Be careful not to power up a Module before it is properly grounded. To avoid any accident, it is a good idea to pull out the
fuses from their sockets before the installation, and to put them back at the very last steps.
6-Pin Main Ignition Harness
Wire Wire colour Function Description
A RED +12-VOLT
BATTERY
Connect to the largest 12-volt Supply wire at the Ignition Harness. Ensure
that the OEM Power wire is fused for more than 25 amps.
B VIOLET
(+) 30-AMP
STARTER
OUTPUT
Connect to the Starter wire of the vehicle. The source wire should have
+12 volts only when the key is in the crank position.
C RED +12-VOLT
BATTERY
Connect to the largest 12-volt Supply wire at the Ignition Harness. Ensure
that the OEM Power wire is fused for more than 25 amps.
D YELLOW
(+) 30-AMP
IGNITION
OUTPUT
Connect to the Ignition wire of the vehicle. The source wire should have
+12 volts when the Ignition Key is in the Run and Crank positions.
E ORANGE
(+) 30-AMP
ACCESSORIES
OUTPUT
Connect to the Accessories wire of the vehicle. The source wire must have
power only in the Accessories position. (no power in the Crank position.)
F GREEN
(+) 30-AMP
5th RELAY
OUTPUT
This high-current output can be used to power a second Ignition / Ac-
cessories or Crank wire. See jumper settings for correct output.
5-Pin Secondary Harness
Wire Wire colour Function Description
1 BLACK (-) CHASSIS
GROUND INPUT
This wire must be connected to an unpainted metal surface (Chassis). It is
preferable that you use a factory ground bolt rather than a self-tapping
screw. Screws tend to get loose or rusted over time and can cause erratic
problems.
2 VIOLET
(AC)
TACHOMETER
INPUT WIRE
This wire must be connected to the negative side of the Ignition Coil in
vehicles that use conventional coil systems. In multi-coil systems the Tach
wire may be difficult to locate. NOTE: Tach learning must be done after
the installation is completed.
3 GREY (-) HOOD
SWITCH WIRE
Connect this wire to the Hood Pin-Switch supplied. This input will disable
or shutdown the remote starter when the Hood is opened.
4 ORANGE
(+) BRAKE
SWITCH INPUT
WIRE
This wire must be connected to the Brake Light wire of the vehicle. The
wire should show +12 volts only when the Brakes are pressed. This input
will shut down the remote starter if the Brakes are pressed.
5 YELLOW
+12-VOLT
PARKING
LIGHT OUTPUT
This wire provides +12 volts out and must be connected to the vehicle’s
Parking Lights wire that tests +12 volts with the Light Switch ON. NOTE:
Ensure that the voltage does not decrease or increase when the dimmer
control switch is turned; if the voltage goes up or down, find another
Parking Lights wire.

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12-Pin Accessories Harness
Wire Wire colour Function Description
1 BLUE (-) ZONE 3
or AUX 3
500-mA negative output. This output can be used to control Trunk release
(1-sec. pulse) or can be set to operate as a Constant as long as the TRUNK
button is held pressed. (For sunroof or window closure.)
2 BROWN (-) LOCK Programmable 500-mA 1/10-sec, 7/10-sec or 4-sec negative output.
3 GREEN (-) UNLOCK
Programmable 500-mA 1/10-sec, 7/10 -ec, 4-sec or DBL pulse negative
output.
4WHITE /
BROWN (-) ARM
Max 500-mA ground signal when the Doors are locked by remote control.
This wire will go to ground 1/4 sec. before the LOCK pulse, and go OFF
1/8 sec after LOCK. Must be connected to the OEM Arm wire (usually the
Dome Light). NOTE: The system will also give a re-arm pulse on this wire
after a remote-start shutdown.
5WHITE /
GREEN (-) DISARM
Max 500-mA, 1-sec. ground pulse when the Doors are unlocked by remote
control. Connect to the OEM Disarm wire of the vehicle. NOTE: The
system will also give a disarm pulse on this wire before a remote start.
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BLUE /
WHITE (+) POSITIVE
DOOR INPUT
This input should be used in vehicles which use a POSITIVE switching
Dome Light circuit. Connect to the Dome Light wire that tests +12 volts
with a Door open, and 0 volt with the Doors closed.
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WHITE /
ORANGE
(-) STARTER
KILL (ARMED
OUTPUT)
This wire will provide a constant output (500 mA) when the system is
ARMED (locked by remote). Can be connected to an external starter
interrupt relay.
8 ORANGE (-) PARKING
BRAKE INPUT
Connect to the NEGATIVE Parking Brake Indicator Light wire of the
vehicle. This wire can be found at the Parking Brake Lever itself. NOTE:
The Parking Brake wire should test ground while the Brake is engaged.
9 VIOLET
(-) EXTERNAL
TRIGGER
INPUT
This input will start the vehicle when it receives a 1-second ground pulse
from an external pager system or timer Module. It will also shut down upon
a 1-sec. pulse when running by remote.
10 WHITE (-) GROUND-
OUTPUT
500 mA constant ground output when running.
Will become active before remote Ignition ON, and shut off after the
system shuts down.
11 GRAY (-) NEGATIVE
DOOR INPUT
This input should be used in vehicles using a NEGATIVE switching Dome
Light circuit. Connect to the Dome Light wire that tests 0 volt with a Door
open and +4volts or above with the Doors closed.
12 YELLOW
(+) GLOW-PLUG
INPUT
This positive input will monitor the Glow Plug Light in DIESEL mode, and
will wait until the Glow Plug Light goes out to crank the vehicle. Connect
to the “positive when ON” side of the Glow Plug Light in the vehicle.
NOTE: The Glow Plug timing delay is 15 seconds if the Glow Plug is still
on before cranking. (25 seconds if run time is set to 30 min.)
2-Pin Harness
Wire Wire colour Function Description
1BLUE /
WHITE (-) AUX 2
Negative 500mA output. Can be programmed for any one of the following
three options:
(1) Constant while LOCK+UNLOCK are pressed + 1 sec after release of
buttons.
(2) LOCK + UNLOCK toggles ON / OFF. (Max.30 sec.)
(3) LOCK + UNLOCK toggles ON / OFF. (Max.60 sec.)
NOTE: AUX 2 can be programmed for Priority Door Access.
2 YELLOW (-) PARKING
LIGHTS Negative 500 mA Parking Lights output.

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WIRING DIAGRAM

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TRANSMITTER FUNCTIONS
NOTE: Pressing the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously will activate the AUX 2 output. (The latter can be
programmed to give CONSTANT ground while pressed, or a 30-second timed output with remote toggle ON/OFF.)
THE PROGRAMMING ASSISTANCE BUTTON
(A.k.a. the Hood Switch Interrupt.) Mounted on the PS-3085 SH, this button can be used from within the vehicle instead of
the Hood Pin-Switch: when the Hood is opened, pressing the button for 4 seconds will be equivalent to pressing the Hood
Pin-Switch – it will cut the ground signal from the Hood Switch line.
Note: The Hood Switch must be installed and connected for the Programming Assistance Button to function.
LEARNING A TRANSMITTER
The PS-3085 SH Transmitter does not come pre-programmed and must be code-learnt after the wiring of the Module is
complete. The system has the ability to learn up to 4 different Transmitters; if a fifth Transmitter is learnt, the first
Transmitter in memory will be lost. To erase all Transmitters from memory, you must perform a Module reset.
To program a new Transmitter, do the following:
1. Ensure that Ignition is OFF.
x Hold the Hood Pin-Switch down for 4 seconds.
x Release the Pin-Switch. The Parking Lights should come on.
x With Parking Lights on, immediately push and release the Pin-Switch again. Parking Lights will stay on for up to
20 seconds.
2. Turn the Ignition Key ON (Wait until the Parking Lights go OFF), and then turn the key OFF, ON, OFF.
(NOTE: The L.E.D. should be flashing during the next step)
3. Press the LOCK button (or the UNLOCK button), wait 1 second and press the button again until the Parking Lights flash
5 times quickly.
4. To exit, close the hood.
NOTE:
x In Programming Mode the L.E.D. follows the Parking Lights.
x The system can hold a maximum of 4 Transmitters in memory.
x When programming a Transmitter on a second vehicle, you must simultaneously press the LOCK and TRUNK
buttons in step 3 instead of pressing the lock button twice.
VALET OPERATION
The system can be placed in Valet Mode to disable the remote starting capabilities. This is necessary when the vehicle is
being serviced.
Get INTO Valet Mode
1. Turn on the Ignition Key .
2. Press and hold the Valet Push-Button for approx. 2 seconds. The L.E.D. will come ON.
Remote Engine shut
down (STOP).
Cold-weather timer ON
& HOME VALET
activation.
UNLOCK (DISARM
Starter Disable) or
AUX 2 (Priority Door
Access if pressed for a
second time.)
LOCK
(ARM Starter Disable)
TRUNK release or
AUX 3 (remote time-
controlled output).
Selectable 30-second
signal.
Remote Engine START.

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Get OUT of Valet Mode
1. Turn on the Ignition Key.
2. Press and hold the Valet Push-Button for 2 seconds. The L.E.D. will turn OFF.
MULTI-SPEED TACH LEARNING
On some Ignition systems, the Tach signal can be too high or too low, causing failed starts under certain temperatures. The
PS-3085 SH system is designed to read a wide range of Tach signals. No manual adjustments are necessary. Each time a new
Unit is installed, however, new Tach adjustment procedures should be carried out.
The Tach learning procedure is as follows:
1. Ensure that Ignition is OFF
x Hold the Hood Pin-Switch down for 4 seconds.
x Release the Pin-Switch. The Parking Lights should come ON.
x With the Parking Lights ON, immediately push and release the Pin-Switch again. The Parking Lights will stay
on for up to 20 seconds.
2. Press and hold the Brake Pedal and press the LOCK + UNLOCK buttons simultaneously on the Transmitter The
Parking Lights will flash 4 times.
3. Release the Brake Pedal and start the vehicle; allow it to reach regular Engine idle speed. The Parking Lights will
go out when the Tach is detected.
4. Press and release the Brake Pedal: if the Parking Lights flash 5 times, the Tach signal has been learnt.
To end Tach learning at any time, close the Hood.
NOTE: The Horn will give 1, 2 or 3 signals to indicate which Tach mode was sensed. (The Horn signals will only be heard if
Aux. 2 is programmed for HORN – Mode 3, Function 3, Option 3.)
PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
The PS-3085 SH System is equipped with 3 custom programming menus that allow the user to custom-fit the outputs of the
system according to the installation requirements.
To get into custom programming mode you must do the following:
1. Make sure that Ignition is OFF.
x Hold the Hood Pin-Switch down for 4 seconds.
x Release the Pin-Switch. The Parking Lights should come on.
x With the Parking Lights on, immediately push and release the Pin-Switch again. The Parking Lights will stay
on for up to 20 seconds.
2. Press and hold the Brake Pedal, then press:
x LOCK button for MODE 1
x UNLOCK button for MODE 2
x TRUNK button for MODE 3
NOTE: Depending on the MODE you want to change, the Horn and the Parking Lights will give one signal for
Mode 1, two signals for Mode 2, and three for Mode 3. (The Horn signals will only be heard if Aux. 2 is
programmed for HORN – Mode 3, Function 3, Option 3.)
3. Release the Brake Pedal.
NOTE: The Unit will stay in Programming Mode until the Hood Pin-Switch or Brake Pedal is pressed again. (Therefore,
take your time to make the proper selection.)
Each Mode has functions for which options must be selected. Once you have selected either Mode 1, Mode 2 or Mode 3, the
system automatically moves to function one. You must then select the desired option for each function. Once you have
selected an option, you will move to the next function, and so on.
To select one of the four options, press the appropriate button on the Transmitter (see below).
x LOCK = option 1
x UNLOCK = option 2
x TRUNK = option 3
x START = option 4
Once an option has been selected, the Parking Lights will flash 1, 2, 3 or 4 times depending on the option that has been
selected.
Take your time to make the proper selections. The Unit will stay in programming mode until the Hood Pin-Switch is pressed.
Pressing the Brake Pedal will bring you back to the programming menu, where you can select the next Mode.

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MODE 1 (The * indicates the default setting.)
FUNCTION 1 – Ignition-Controlled Door Locks
OPTION 1* Ignition Locks ENABLED
OPTION 2 Ignition Locks DISABLED
OPTION 3 Ignition LOCK only
OPTION 4 Ignition UNLOCK only
FUNCTION 2 – Secure Lock
OPTION 1* Secure Lock DISABLED (1.0 Sec Disarm pulse)
OPTION 2 Smart Secure Lock ENABLED
OPTION 3 Secure Lock DISABLED (0.5 Sec Disarm pulse)
OPTION 4 Standard Secure Lock Enabled
FUNCTION 3 – Passive / Active Starter Kill Mode
OPTION 1* Starter Kill PASSIVE (1-minute timeout)
OPTION 2 Starter Kill ACTIVE
OPTION 3 Starter Kill PASSIVE (3-minute timeout)
OPTION 4 Starter Kill ACTIVE (G.O, IGN and ACC on 1/4 sec. before Door Locks)
FUNCTION 4 – Door locks Timing
OPTION 1* 7/10-sec. LOCK / UNLOCK pulses
OPTION 2 4-sec. LOCK / UNLOCK pulses
OPTION 3 7/10-sec. LOCK pulse, and TWO – 1/2 sec. UNLOCK pulses
OPTION 4 1/10-sec. LOCK and 1/10-sec. UNLOCK pulses
MODE 2 (The * indicates the default setting.)
FUNCTION 1 – Safe Start Mode
OPTION 1 SAFE START – ENABLED
OPTION 2* SAFE START – DISABLED
OPTION 3 SWAP START:
x START button = LOCK + UNLOCK
x AUX 2 = START button
FUNCTION 2 – Engine Run Time
OPTION 1 Run time = 4 minutes in Gas Mode / 9 minutes Diesel Mode
OPTION 2* Run time = 15 minutes in Gas Mode / 20 minutes Diesel Mode
OPTION 3 Run time = 25 minutes in Gas Mode / 30 minutes Diesel Mode
FUNCTION 3 – Turbo Mode
OPTION 1 Turbo Mode – ENABLED
OPTION 2* Turbo Mode – DISABLED
FUNCTION 4 – Gas or Diesel Mode
OPTION 1 DIESEL Engine Mode (Cold Weather Mode run time = 20 min.)
OPTION 2* GASOLINE Engine Mode
OPTION 3 DIESEL Engine Mode
MODE 3 (The * indicates the default setting.)
FUNCTION 1 – Home Valet Mode
OPTION 1 Home Valet – ENABLED
OPTION 2* Home Valet – DISABLED
FUNCTION 2 – Zone 3 / AUX 3
OPTION 1 Constant while TRUNK button is pressed
OPTION 2* 1-sec. output while TRUNK button is pressed for 3-sec
OPTION 3 TRUNK output with DISARM / REARM pulse.

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FUNCTION 3 – Timer output / AUX 2
OPTION 1 Constant while pressed (LOCK & UNLOCK pressed simultaneously)
OPTION 2* Toggle ON / toggle OFF with timeout up to 30 seconds (LOCK & UNLOCK simultaneously)
OPTION 3 HORN confirmation upon LOCK.
IMPORTANT: this option is needed for the Panic Mode to work.
OPTION 4 Priority Door access: for unlocking all Doors through AUX 2 press UNLOCK twice within 3 sec.
FUNCTION 4 - SENSE 1
OPTION 1 Zone 3 (TRUNK PIN) DISARM / REARM
OPTION 2* Engine START / STOP
OPTION 3 Key Sense
SETTING THE UNIT INTO READY MODE
This Unit is designed for vehicles with a MANUAL Transmission only. In order to start the vehicle by remote, the Unit must
first be set to Ready Mode. If the Unit is not set to Ready Mode, it cannot remote-start the vehicle.
Once the system has been set to Ready Mode, the vehicle can be remote-started and stopped at wish. The system will exit
Ready Mode if a Door or the hood is opened, if the Brake Pedal is pressed, if the Parking Brake is disengaged or if the
Ignition Key is turned ON.
To set the system to Ready Mode you must do the following:
1. Ensure that all the Doors are closed.
2. With the Engine already running, make sure the Shifter is in neutral.
3. Apply the Parking Brake.
4. Within 20 sec. push LOCK / UNLOCK or START on the Transmitter.
5. The Parking Lights will flash 3 times quickly and remain lit.
6. Remove the key: the Engine will go on running.
7. Exit the vehicle and close the Door.
8. Press and hold either:
x LOCK to lock the Doors and shut down the Engine;
x UNLOCK to unlock the Doors and shut down the Engine;
x STOP to shut down the Engine without affecting the Doors.
Note: press TRUNK to lock the Doors and put the Engine into Idle Mode (the Engine will keep running for the pre-
programmed run time and then shut down).
REMAINING IN READY MODE
Once the vehicle is in Ready Mode you can start and stop the vehicle at wish.
However, should any of the following occur, the vehicle will exit Ready Mode thus eliminating the remote start option until
Ready Mode is restored:
1. Doors opened
2. Hood opened
3. Brakes pressed
4. Parking Brake disengaged
5. Ignition Key turned ON.
Should any of the above occur, Ready Mode will be cancelled.
NOTE:
x If a Door has to be opened once the Vehicle is parked and stands in Ready Mode, it is necessary to remote-start
the vehicle before opening any Door, and to remote-stop the Engine afterward.
x The Unit will notify the user it has exited Ready Mode by giving three slow flashes of the vehicle’s Parking Lights.
CLUTCH BYPASSING
Most manual Transmission vehicles will require the Clutch to be pressed in order for the vehicle to CRANK. This is true
under remote start as well, so a Clutch bypass must be performed.
A simple thing to look for when performing a bypass is the maker of vehicle on which you are working. Typically, most
domestic vehicles have a direct Feed wire at the Clutch Switch. This means that the Starter wire in the vehicle becomes
continuous with +12 volts when the Clutch is pressed.
Imported cars typically have a relay that is controlled with the Clutch Pedal. This means that when the Clutch is pressed it
sends a negative signal to a relay, allowing the vehicle to start. (Always test first.) Use wire No. 10 (negative at startup) to
switch on the relay, connected so as to duplicate the function of the Clutch Pedal. Afterward, make sure that the Clutch Pedal
is always pressed when the Engine is started with the key.

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PARKING BRAKE WIRE
The system has a Parking Brake input; this input is used as part of the Ready Mode sequence and must be connected. This
input must be a ground. All vehicles are equipped with a Parking Brake, and all use a negative signal.
The easiest location to find this wire is at the Parking Brake housing. There will usually only be one wire coming off the
housing thus eliminating the chance of error. Always test first.
IDLE MODE
This feature allows the user to engage the remote starter to take over the vehicle while it is already running. This option will
keep the vehicle running for the pre-programmed run time, or until it is shut down by remote control.
To activate the Idle Mode
The Idle Mode can be activated through the same routine as for the Ready Mode; at the last step, the TRUNK button is
pressed instead of LOCK, UNLOCK or START:
1. Ensure that all the Doors are closed.
2. With the Engine already running, make sure the Shifter is in neutral.
3. Apply the Parking Brake.
4. Within 20 sec. push LOCK, UNLOCK or START on the Transmitter.
5. The Parking Lights will flash 3 times quickly and remain lit.
6. Remove the key: the Engine will go on running.
7. Exit the vehicle and close the Door.
8. Press the TRUNK button until the system locks the Doors..
The Engine will go on running for the pre-programmed run time.
2nd IGN / ACC / CRANK RELAY OUTPUT
PS-3085 SH-series car starters are equipped with a high-current, programmable 5th relay onboard that can be used to power a
second Ignition, Accessory or Crank wire.
The Unit uses a series of 3 jumpers; each jumper represents a function. In order to activate any one of the three possible 2nd
outputs, you must place the jumper (supplied) on one of the three pins, and simply connect the 14-AWG wire to the second
Ignition / Accessories / Crank wire of the vehicle.
NOTE: ONLY ONE OF THE THREE JUMPERS CAN BE USED AT A TIME.
NOTE: The relay output rating on this Unit is 25-amp max. output. Defective OEM solenoid switches can sometimes draw
up to 50 or 60 amp, causing the 30-amp circuit to blow. With a digital voltmeter, check the Starter wire for voltage draw
when the vehicle is cranking.
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
The following features can be programmed according to installation needs and the requirements of the user.
Lock Pulse Duration
(MODE 1 – FUNCTION 4) The Door-Locks pulse duration can be programmed to give a 1/10-second LOCK and UNLOCK
pulse or a 7/10-second LOCK and UNLOCK pulse (default) or a 4-second LOCK and UNLOCK pulse (used to control
vacuum Door-Locks system i.e.: Mercedes), or for a 7/10-second LOCK pulse and two 1/4-second UNLOCK pulses (Used
for double-pulse disarm/unlock systems i.e.: Maxima, Pathfinder, and VW).
Vehicle Type – GAS or DIESEL
(MODE 2 – FUNCTION 4, GAS by default.) The PS-3085 SH can be configured for a Gas or Diesel Engine. In Diesel
Mode, before cranking the Engine, the system will wait for the Glow Plug Light to go out.

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Alternatively, should the Glow Plug wire be difficult to locate, the Unit can be simply connected to the Ignition wire: the
Unit will then simply wait for 15 seconds before starting, leaving the glow plug enough time to go out.
Horn Confirmation
(MODE 3 – FUNCTION 3, OFF by default.) AUX 2 can be programmed to activate the Horn every time the LOCK button is
pressed, or when the LOCK button is pressed twice within a 3-second delay. When this option is selected, the Panic Mode
is activated.
SAFE START
(MODE 2 – FUNCTION 1, OFF by default.)
x If this feature is enabled, it will require the user press the START button on the remote Transmitter 2 times within 3
sec. to start the vehicle. This will eliminate accidental remote starts, when the kids are entertaining the Transmitter.
x If Special Safe Start Mode is selected (SWAP mode):
oTo start the vehicle: press LOCK + UNLOCK buttons simultaneously.
oPress START button: AUX2.
NOTE: In standard Safe Start Mode, the START button must be pressed before the STOP button in order to set the vehicle
to Cold Weather Mode.
TURBO MODE
(MODE 3 – FUNCTION 3, disabled by default.) When programmed, this option allows turbochargers to idle down: the
Engine will keep running for 60 seconds after the user leaves the vehicle, then shut down and turn to Ready Mode.
To activate the Turbo Mode
x Follow steps 1 through 8 given above in the routine for placing the system into Ready Mode:
1. Ensure that all the Doors are closed.
2. With the Engine already running, make sure the Shifter is in neutral.
3. Apply the Parking Brake.
4. Within 20 sec. push LOCK / UNLOCK or START on the Transmitter.
5. The Parking Lights will flash 3 times quickly and remain lit.
6. Remove the key: the Engine will go on running.
7. Exit the vehicle and close the Door.
8. Press and hold either:
x LOCK to lock the Doors and shut down the Engine;
x UNLOCK to unlock the Doors and shut down the Engine;
x STOP to shut down the Engine without affecting the Doors.
x Instead of shutting down the Engine immediately, the system will keep it running for 60 seconds first.
Cold Weather Mode
If the Cold Weather Mode is activated, it will start and run the Engine every 2 hours for a 4-min. interval (9 or 20 min. for
Diesel Engines) within a period of 24 hours. The system must be in Ready Mode for entering the Cold Weather Mode.
x To activate the Cold Weather Mode:
oPress and hold the STOP button until the Parking Lights flash 3 times.
x If Safe Start is on, you can activate the Cold Weather Mode by:
oPressing the START button, and then
oPressing and holding the STOP button until the Parking Lights flash 3 times.
x To exit the Cold Weather Mode, do any of the following:
oOpen the Hood.
oStart the Engine by remote.
oTurn the Ignition Key ON.
oPress and hold the STOP button for 3 seconds; the Parking Lights will flash once.
Use Mode 2, function 4, option 1 to set a Diesel Engine to a 20-minute run time in Cold Weather Mode; otherwise set it to
9 minutes using option 3.
Ignition-Controlled Door Locks
(MODE 1 – FUNCTION 1, OPTION 1, selected by default.) This feature will automatically LOCK all the Doors as soon as
the Ignition Key is turned ON and the Brake Pedal is pressed. When the Ignition Key is turned to the OFF position, the Doors
will automatically be unlocked (provided that the Ignition Key was initially ON and that the Brake Pedal has been pressed at
least once).
Smart Ignition Locks
When the Ignition-Controlled Door Locks are active and the Engine is running, whenever the Brake Pedal is pressed while a
Door that has been unlocked since the last LOCK pulse was sent, the system will relock all Doors at once.

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Engine Running Confirmation
While the Engine is already running under remote, when the START button is pressed, the Horn will chirp once if Horn
option is programmed.
Smart REARM
On the PS-3085 SH, the system will only REARM once; extra REARM signals will not be sent when a LOCK signal is sent
after a first LOCK. (Certain factory alarms are affected when additional REARM pulses are sent once the system is armed.)
Secure Lock
OFF by default. When programmed, SECURE LOCK adds a DISARM and an UNLOCK pulse when a START signal is
received from the Transmitter. It will provide a REARM and a LOCK pulse 1 seconds after the Module starts the Engine,
and a REARM and a LOCK pulse 4 seconds after it stops the Engine. When the Smart Secure Lock Mode is programmed
(Mode 1, function 2, option 2), LOCK and UNLOCK operations will not occur if the vehicle was disarmed initially.
Smart Secure Lock
Some OEM factory alarm systems use the LOCK wire to arm the alarm and the UNLOCK wire to disarm it. However most
OEM systems (with the exception of VW) will LOCK the Doors, but will not re-arm the alarm while the Engine is running.
With Secure Lock, you can control certain OEM factory alarm systems without connecting other wires to disarm the alarm. If
the system is armed upon a remote START of the vehicle, it will automatically UNLOCK the Doors and DISARM the OEM
alarm. Then, 1 second after the vehicle is started by remote, it will LOCK the Doors and REARM the system. Furthermore,
4 seconds after the Engine stops running, Secure Lock will LOCK all the Doors and ARM the system once again. If the
system was initially disarmed there will be no Secure Lock on remote START.
Key Sense
With this option selected (Mode 3, function 5, option 3), the Starter Kill in Passive Mode will not REARM if the key is
detected in Ignition. If Secure Lock is programmed, LOCK and REARM will not activate while the key is sensed.
Starter Disable
The PS-3085 SH is equipped with a selectable PASSIVE- or ACTIVE-arming STARTER DISABLE circuit that will
immobilize the vehicle when the system is armed. This wire will provide a constant 500 mA negative output when the system
is armed (locked by remote control) and can be connected to an external Starter or Ignition Interrupt Relay. (See diagram.)
The Starter Disable circuit can be set to:
1. PASSIVE Mode (arms itself with a 1-minute timeout)
2. ACTIVE Mode (must be armed by the user)
3. PASSIVE Mode (arms itself with a 3-minute timeout)
4. ACTIVE with ground out and Ignition ON 1/4 sec. before LOCK: this is to shut off the Dome Light of some
vehicles to enable Door Monitoring.
NOTE:
x Installation of the STARTER DISABLE system requires an external relay. (NOT INCLUDED!)
x When installing a Starter Disable, it is extremely important that pin 86 be wired to Ignition, and that it get not
jumped to pin 30 (damage to vehicle would result).
Priority Door Access
This great feature allows the user to UNLOCK only the driver’s Door with a single press of the UNLOCK button on the
Transmitter, and then to UNLOCK the other Doors, if desired, by pressing UNLOCK for a second time within 3 sec.
This output will provide a 1-sec negative output when the UNLOCK button is pressed a second time on the Transmitter. This
can be used as PRIORITY DOOR ACCESS or even as TRUNK release.
NOTE: On vehicles that are factory-equipped with Priority Door Access, all the required relays are already in the vehicle
(e.g.: Caravan). In this case the vehicle will have 3 OEM relays for Door Locks: one relay will UNLOCK only the driver’s
Door, the second will UNLOCK the other Doors and the third will LOCK all Doors.
To connect the Module to this type of systems, simply identify the relays, locate the trigger pins (pin 85 or 86) and connect
the GREEN UNLOCK output from the Starter to the OEM driver’s-Door UNLOCK relay, and the Priority Door (AUX 2)
from the Starter to the second UNLOCK relay.
Starter Disable output
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To install PRIORITY DOOR ACCESS on 2-relay OEM systems, follow the diagram below.
*The OEM UNLOCK wire at the driver’s-Door actuator must be cut in half and a relay must be installed.
NOTE: The relay must be activated with the GREEN (-) UNLOCK output from the remote starter, and the Priority Door
(AUX 2) wire from the Module must be connected to the OEM negative UNLOCK wire before the Door Locks Switch in the
vehicle.
AUX 2 –Timed Output
(MODE 3 – FUNCTION 2) This 500 mA negative Auxiliary 2 output can be used for many different applications.
 The following diagrams show how to use this output for HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION or REMOTE DOME LIGHT
SUPERVISION.
HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION
REMOTE-ACTIVATED DOME LIGHT SUPERVISION
POSITIVE TRIGGER NEGATIVE TRIGGER

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Horn Chirp Timing
Follow these steps to program the Horn Confirmation:
1. Make sure that the Ignition is OFF.
x Hold the Hood Pin-Switch down for 4 seconds.
x Release the Pin-Switch. The Parking Lights should come on.
x With the Parking Lights on, immediately push and release the Pin-Switch again. The Parking Lights will stay
on for up to 20 seconds.
2. Press and hold the Brake Pedal.
3. Press the UNLOCK and START buttons; the Horn will chirp 5 times (Only if Horn is programmed in MODE 3 –
FUNCTION 4)
4. Release the buttons of the remote control; to increase the Horn Pulse by 6 ms, press the LOCK button; to decrease
the Horn Pulse by 6 ms, press the UNLOCK button; to increase the Horn Pulse by 20 ms, press the START or STOP
button; to decrease the Horn Pulse by 20 ms, press TRUNK.
For each timing change, the Horn will chirp using the new settings, except under the following circumstances:
x When the lower limit of 6 ms is reached, the Horn will sound for 1/4 second.
x When the upper limit of 240 ms is reached, the Horn will sound for 3/4 second.
x A system reset will set the system back to the 22-ms default.
5. If you press LOCK and UNLOCK, 3 chirps will be heard to indicate that the new values were saved.
Or Close the Hood to cancel the changes.
AUX 3 – TRUNK or Sunroof control
(MODE 3 – FUNCTION 2) This 500 mA negative AUX 3 output can be used for many different applications. The output can
be programmed to give a 1-sec pulse, or to give a continuous output as long as the TRUNK is held down (for Sunroof or
Window close). NOTE: If AUX 3 is programmed for a 1-second TRUNK signal, you will need to hold the TRUNK
button down for 2 seconds in order to pop the trunk.
 The following diagrams show how to use this output for Positive or Negative TRUNK release systems.
In Trunk Mode, TRUNK operates only when Ignition is OFF or when the vehicle is running under remote control.
TRUNK output with DISARM / REARM pulse
(MODE 3 – FUNCTION 2 – OPTION 3) When this option is selected, a DISARM signal will be sent before the TRUNK is
popped. An ARM signal will be sent 4 seconds later. (This option is overridden when the Zone 3 Bypass is programmed.)
Programmable External Trigger
(MODE 3 – FUNCTION 4)
x When the External Trigger wire is programmed as Zone 3 Sense wire, pressing TRUNK will pulse the DISARM
signal for 1 second. If Zone 3 is detected (ground), a REARM is sent 5 seconds after Zone 3 closes. If Zone 3 is un-
changed (no ground), a REARM is sent 4 sec. after the button is pressed (DISARM is sent only if the system was
previously LOCKED and ARMED). If Secure Lock is enabled, a LOCK pulse and a REARM pulse will be sent.
x When the External Trigger wire is programmed as External Trigger, a ground pulse on this line will START or
STOP the car. This can be used to set the system in Ready Mode.
x When the External Trigger wire is programmed as Key Sense, when a key is detected (Key in Ignition – Negative
signal) the Starter Kill will not be rearmed even when it is set to Passive Mode. If Secure Lock is programmed,
LOCK and REARM won’t be activated while Key Sense is active.

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GROUND OUTPUT
This is a 500 mA constant ground output when the vehicle is running by remote. It becomes active 1 second before remote
Ignition ON, and shuts OFF as soon as a system shutdown is received. It can be used to activate external relays, bypass kits
or external Modules.
HOME VALET
(MODE 3 – FUNCTION 1, off by default.) When set on, this amazing safety feature allows the user to remotely place the
system into a no-start mode: if the vehicle is parked inDoors there is no danger it will start by accident by remote control or
External Trigger. To activate Home Valet:
x Press either the LOCK or the UNLOCK button;
x Within 3 seconds, press and hold the STOP button until the Parking Lights go out.
To disable Home Valet, simply turn the Ignition Key ON.
NOTE: Once Home Valet is activated, the vehicle will not start by remote control until the Ignition Key is turned ON.
PANIC MODE (in order to be available, this option must be programmed)
In an emergency situation, you can activate the Panic Mode. This will shut down the Engine and UNLOCK the Doors (if
UNLOCK is pressed) or LOCK the Door (if LOCK is pressed), disarm the Starter Kill and sound the Siren for 1 minute.
NOTE: The Panic Mode can only be activated if the Horn is configured accordingly (Mode 3, Function 3, Option 3).
To activate the Panic Mode:
x Press and hold the UNLOCK button for approximately 4 seconds until the Horn is triggered ON and the Parking
Lights flash; this will UNLOCK the Doors before the Horn is triggered.
x Or press and hold the LOCK button for approximately 4 seconds until the Horn is triggered ON and the Parking
Lights flash; this will LOCK the Doors before the Horn is triggered.
The Panic Mode will automatically shut off after 1 minute.
NOTE: If you want to stop the Panic Mode before the 1-minute delay, press the LOCK or UNLOCK button for
approximately 1 second.
QUICK LOCKOUT
Also called SECURE PANIC – for quick protection: the system will LOCK all Doors when Brake Pedal is pressed when the
Horn is sounding. (This features works only when Panic Mode has been activated.)
MULTI-CAR OPERATION
PS-3085 SH systems allow for Multi-Car operation. This allows the owner of two Polarstart systems, installed on two
vehicles, to control both systems with one Transmitter. (Both vehicles must be equipped with a PS-3085 SH)
The remote Transmitter of the primary vehicle can control the Starter Disable system, the Door locks and the remote Car
Starter and TRUNK operation of the second vehicle. The remote Transmitter of the second vehicle can also operate the
primary vehicle
*To program a Transmitter for a second vehicle under Multi-Car operation, you must press TRUNK + LOCK buttons
simultaneously on that Transmitter in step 3 of the Transmitter code-learning procedure.
2nd CAR CONTROL (Press buttons simultaneously):
x Press TRUNK + LOCK: LOCK
x Press TRUNK + UNLOCK: UNLOCK
x Press TRUNK + START: START
x Press TRUNK + STOP: STOP
x Press TRUNK + LOCK + UNLOCK: AUX 3 (TRUNK)
RESETTING THE MODULE
The PS-3085 SH system is equipped with a reset function that allows the installer to erase all Transmitter codes and return all
programmed options to the factory defaults.
To reset the Module:
1. Ensure that the VALET & IGNITION are OFF.
x Hold the Pin-Switch down for 4 sec. Release the Pin-Switch.
x Immediately push and release pins-witch once again.
2. Press the VALET Switch 6 times.
3. Parking Lights will flash 8 times.
NOTE: After a reset has been performed, the system sets all options back to default and erase all Transmitter codes. (See
programming page for default option.)

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EVENTS LOGGING and PLAYBACK
This feature will playback the last 4 Start Failure events via the Parking Lights.
Start Failure Codes via Parking Lights:
1x = No Start
3x = Hardware Reset
4x = Brakes
5x = No Tach Cutoff
6x = Hood
7x = Engine Running, No Ignition detected
8x = Already Running (Mostly for Restart sequence)
9x = Reserved for testing purposes
Note: x means the Parking Lights flash.
Events playback:
x Press Hood Switch DOWN, UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN, UP.
x Parking Lights and LED will flash 4 events that are stored in the memory
x There is a pause between 2 events.
x The system will playback most recent event first and then the second one and so on.
x If there is no error code in any event, the Parking Lights still give 1-long flash.
x To end the playback, close the Hood.
DIAGNOSTICS - PARKING LIGHTS FLASH RATE
FLASHES DESCRIPTION
1
x Doors locked
x End of run time
x Run time cancelled
x Trunk opened
x Cancelled cold weather
x Or cannot start after maximum attempts of tries
2x Doors unlocked.
3x Entering Cold Weather Mode
x Tach watch lockout.
4x +12 volts where detected on the Brake line and cancelled cranking
5x New Transmitter learnt
6x Remote start attempt was made with a Tach or a vacuum signal detected
8x Unit Reset: Occurs when the Unit is reset to factory default
10 x The Hood line went to ground during crank or run time
3 + 4 x The vehicle went out of Ready Mode; +12 volts detected on the Brake Line, remote start
disabled.
3 + 10 x The vehicle went out of Ready Mode; Hood Switch input went to ground.
ON 2 sec. x The Hood opened and the Hood Switch line went to ground. This is step one of the
programming modes.
ON 5 sec. x The end stage of the procedure to program Transmitters.
x Tach learnt
ON 20 sec. x If the Hood Switch is flashed twice (DOWN-UP-DOWN-UP), the Unit went into step 1 of the
programming cycle and no Transmitter activity was detected for 20 seconds.
IRREGULAR
x If the Unit flashes erratically (1 to 3 flashes, followed by a pause, then more flashes), it is in
playback mode. This occurs when the Hood Switch line is flashed three times (DOWN-UP-
DOWN-UP-DOWN-UP).

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TESTING
Before putting back the vehicle together, it’s a good idea to check that the system operates properly. The following testing
procedures should be used to verify proper installation and operation of the system. Before testing, make sure that all
connections are soldered and that the Unit is plugged in.
1. Test Hood-Switch shutdown: with the vehicle running under the Remote Starter, open the Hood; the vehicle should
shut down. If it does not shut down, check the Hood Switch and its connector.
2. Test the Brake shutdown circuit: With the vehicle running under remote, press and release the Brake Pedal. The
Engine should shut down immediately. If the Engine continues to run, check the Brake Switch connection.
3. Test all FUNCTIONS for proper timing and operation.
4. Remote-START the Engine and listen for Starter drag. If the Starter cranks too long, go through another Tach learn.
CLOSING UP
Use tie-wraps or screws to properly secure the Starter Module and keep the wiring away from any moving parts such as the
Parking Brake or Steering Column Shafts. Mount all switches in a good and accessible location where they do not risk
getting kicked or hit accidentally. Take the time to properly explain all functions and features to the customers before they
leave the premises. Most comebacks are the result of misunderstandings about how a product works or performs. Doing this
will save time and money. Always make all your connections before plugging in the Module, and be sure to test all functions
properly before closing up the installation.