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USER MANUAL
Model 3106M
REMOTE CONTROL
ENGINE STARTER
WITH INTEGRATED
ALARM SYSTEM
For all
manual transmission
gas- and diesel-powered
vehicles.
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(FRANÇAIS AU VERSO)
Consult Safety Precautions section
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
Never install this product on a vehicle
equipped with an automatic transmission.
Some features may require
ADDITIONAL MATERIAL (NOT INCLUDED).
Manufactured in Canada by:
Astroflex
193-127-307-00 rev-1
GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
This device complies with the requirements of Industry Canada (1C) - Management of
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harmful interference to services authorized by IC. In addition, the user of this device must accept any radio interference
that may be received, even if this interference could affect the operation of the device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and
(2) this device must accept interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television, which can be determined by turning the equipment OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Warning:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by <manufacturer> could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Radiofrequencies, as specified in document CNR-210. Its use is authorized only on a no-interference,
no-protection basis; in other words, this device must not be used if it is determined that it causes
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
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Table of contents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS___________
USING YOUR REMOTE STARTER_
Safety sequence.....................................
SYSTEM SET-UP-
THE REMOTE CONTROLbb
Using your remote control-
BATTERY replacement...........
table of COMMANDSb
START commands
SECURITY SYSTEM
lock/unlock commands and alarm system arming/disarming -
OTHER commands...........................................................................
SAFETY CHECKSb
Safety features --
Hood switch
replacing or boosting vehicle battery b
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before using this product, carefuiiy read the foiiowing safety precautions.
Make sure the parking brake is operationai, i.e. it has the capabiiity of immobiiizing the vehicie.
The gearshift iever must not be accessibie without the remote starter system being abie to detect the
opening of a door (and the rear hatch, if appiicabie).
in the case of convertibie vehicies, it is strongiy recommended that a motion detector be
integrated to the system.
Never perform a remote start when a person or animai is inside the vehicie.
Do not aiiow any person or animai to remain inside the vehicie when the engine is running under
remote starter controi (continuous mode).
Keep remote controis away from chiidren at aii time.
immediateiy report any maifunction to the AstroStart deaier that performed instaiiation.
Under no circumstance can this product or its use be modified.
Aiways turn off main switch when vehicie is parked in an enciosed, unventiiated area or is in for
servicing.
Aiways turn off main switch when not using your Remote Starter for extended periods of time.
Have your engine tuned reguiariy to ensure optimum performance of your Remote Starter.
Make sure that the windshieid wipers and the headiights are turned off before ieaving vehicie.
Reguiariy check the system's safety features (see “Safety Checks” on page 18.)
Aiways advise service personnei that your vehicie is equipped with a Remote Starter and a starter
cut function.
Make sure you compiy with aii iocai reguiations which may prohibit ieaving your engine running
when vehicie is unattended in a pubiic piace.
To ensure continued safe operation of your remote starter, ask your AstroStart deaier to periodicaiiy
check and/or tune the remote starting system.
Aii users of the vehicie shouid be aware of the safety precautions and operation procedures.
Make sure that the warning sticker is present on the driver's window.
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USING YOUR REMOTE STARTER
SAFETY SEQUENCE
Your remote starter was designed to force you to perform a series of actions that wiii ensure that the
gearshift iever is in neutrai position when you exit the vehicie.
This series of actions is caiied a "Safety sequence” and is aimed at preventing any remote start in
situations where remote starting the engine wouid not be safe.
Shouid the iiftgate or any door be opened at any time, the intrusion wiii be detected and the safety
sequence wiii be canceiied by the system, thus preventing a remote start. in such cases, the sequence
must be repeated to aiiow for an eventuai remote start.
The system offers two execution modes for the sequence. These options must be set at time of
instaiiation. The first mode is initiated by the parking brake and the other by the remote controi.
The safety sequence must be performed as foiiows.
Sequence activated by the parking brake □ .
1. Whiie engine is running (key in ignition switch), appiy the brakes and hoid the pedai down.
2. Move gearshift iever to neutrai.
3. Appiy the parking brake O Once O Twice
Note: The system can be set - at time of installation - to require that the parking brake be applied once or
twice. If set for two actuations, pause one second between the two.
4. Remove key from ignition (the system keeps the engine running).
5. Exit the vehicie.
6. Within 60 seconds, ciose all doors.
7. The system wiii stop the engine and biink the parking brakes once to confirm the sequence is
vaiid (vehicie is ready for a remote start command).
Sequence activated by the remote control □
1. Whiie engine is running (key in ignition switch), appiy the brakes and hoid the pedai down.
2. Move gearshift iever to neutrai.
3. Appiy parking brake.
4. Press dmr button on your remote controi.
5. Remove key from ignition (the system keeps the engine running).
6. Exit the vehicie.
7. Press the # button on your remote controi. The system wiii stop the engine and parking iights
wiii biink once to confirm the sequence is vaiid (vehicie is ready for a remote start command).
notes : If you reiease the brake pedai and depress it once more during or after the execution of the
safety sequence, the safety sequence wiii be invaiidated and any remote start wiii be impossibie.
If the engine stops when the key is removed from the ignition, the safety sequence is invaiid.
Perform a new safety sequence. If probiem persists, consuit your instaiier.
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SYSTEM SET-UP
When leaving your vehicle, you should prepare it for a future remote start.
• Set heating/air-conditioning controls to desired position. (When the remote starter starts your
engine, it will also turn on your climate control system.)
• Turn your windshield wipers to the “OFF” position to prevent the wiper mechanism from being
damaged should the wipers be frozen or stalled under snow.
• Make sure that the remote starter has detected a valid safety sequence.
• Make sure the headlights are turned off.
• Make sure not to leave your keys in the vehicle, since some rearming functions automatically
lock the doors.
THE REMOTE CONTROL
Your remote control has been designed to fit the natural contours of your hands so that it is easier to use. It
works off three long-life lithium batteries.
It can control two vehicles separately. Up to four remote controls can be assigned to your vehicle. See
your dealer for replacement batteries or additional remote controls.
NOTE: The range of your remote control can be affected by a weak battery, interference from nearby metal
structures, hydro poles, or crowded parking lots.
USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL
Your remote control can transmit on two different
channels, allowing control of two separate
vehicles.
Only the “Panic” command is transmitted on both
channels simultaneously.
Each command being transmitted is confirmed by
both an audible and a visual signal (LED
indicator).
CHANNEL 1:
To transmit a command
on channel 1, press
desired button for two
seconds.
A command will not be executed if you do not press button long enough.
Only one command will be transmitted even if a button is pressed for more than two seconds except for the
Panic button which repeats the command as long as the button is maintained.
The remote control supplied in the kit may differ from the one illustrated above.
CHANNEL 2:
To transmit a command on channel 2, press desired button, then
as soon as a tone is heard or LED flashes once, release the button
for a moment then press it again and hold it down for two seconds.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Your remote works off three 3-volt lithium CR-2016 batteries or
equivalent.
We strongly recommend that you keep a replacement set in
your glove compartment.
To replace the batteries, remove screw on back of remote
case, remove old batteries and replace with new ones. Make
sure that batteries point the right way; see illustration opposite.
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TABLE OF COMMANDS
Commands Buttons
(PICTOGRAM)
Panic
Start / Continuous Mode
Stop ©
Lock/arm
unlock / disarm ©
trunk 3 3 ®
Activate / Deactivate Sentinel Mode
Activate / Deactivate Utility # 1
Activate / Deactivate Utility # 2 1
runtime Adjustment
Preset temperature Adjustment
Car finder
Display remote start fail codes
Display alarm zone codes
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This confirmation is sent only if Start command is repeated when engine is already running
This command terminates: Runtime, Panic Mode and alarm condition
When chirps or alarm is deactivated © When "confirmation on 2nd lock" is enabled.
These confirmations are programmable as Active/Inactive during installation.
1 = no zone is in violation during arming 3 = At least one zone is in violation during arming
X = no chirp when valet Mode is active or when alarm is programmed as disabled
T emporary Valet Mode is activated if command is repeated during rearm cycle
2 = no zone was in violation while 4 = At least one zone was in violation
2 = deactivation 3 = System not ready 4 = Activation
only if system is equipped with a sensor capable of detecting trunk release(optional).
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CONFIRMATION
In all cases, your Remote Starter will confirm that command has been received properly.
This will be done by either sounding horn and/or siren or flashing parking lights. In this manual,
confirmation signals are written in an abbreviated form; for example:
(horn: 1, lights: 2) Means that horn will sound once and parking lights will flash twice.
Parking light confirmations are mandatory. Horn confrmations are optional (programmable) and require an
additional connection and equipment during installation.
Confirmations are explained in more detail under each command.
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START COMMANDS
STARTING THE ENGINE (h"r
To start the engine, press button (horn: 0, lights: 1).
The system automatically adjusts ignition duration for your type of vehicle; parking lights flash once
(duration: four seconds) then stay on all the time engine is running.
If more than one command is emitted, each successive start command resets runtime to the beginning,
parking lights flash once to confirm command has been received and horn sounds once to let you know
engine is already running.
Repeating this command will produce an audible confirmation that engine has started, which can be useful
if vehicle is not in sight.
If engine fails to start
If your system cannot start your engine at first attempt, it will wait for a few seconds and then try again (it
could try again twice depending on reason for failure to start).
After three attempts, it will shut down automatically and wait for new command (see “Start fail Codes“ on
page 17).
Upon entering your vehicle...
■ Drive as usual.
Engine runtime
Your engine will stop automatically after a preset time (see ”Setting the runtime” on page 8). Parking lights
will stay on as long as engine is running.
Trigger input
Your remote starter is equipped with a negative trigger (pulse)
input.
This input can be connected to another remote control device
or to an AstroStart RST-2 timer output (optional).
If this input is connected, consult this device's manual or ask
your technician which command controls the Start/Stop
function.
The Start/Stop commands received on this input are ignored
while the engine is running on a remote start.
All Start/Stop functions controlled by this input behave in the
same way as functions controlled by remote.
■ To prevent engine from turning off when you enter your vehicle, do not depress brake pedal or
release parking brake before having placed key in ignition and turned it to ”ON” position.
DO NOT turn ignition KEY TO “START” position.
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CONTINUOUS MODE ®"w
The Continuous Mode function iets you remove the key from ignition whiie ieaving the engine running. This
convenient feature aiiows you to ieave vehicie for short periods of time whiie ciimate controis remain on.
To access Continuous Mode, send Start command before removing the key from ignition when performing
the safety sequence described on page 3. See “STARTiNG THE ENGiNE“ on page 6.
Note: Do not press ^ button if you perform sequence activated by the remote controi (Step 7).
Parking iights, engine and preset accessories wiii remain on for the duration of the programmed runtime
(see “ Setting the runtime ” on page 8).
Remove key, exit vehicie and iock doors. Aii safety devices wiii remain active.
if you return to your vehicie before runtime has eiapsed, just turn the key to the “ON” position and depress
brake pedai.
What stops the engine
For your safety, engine wiii not start or it wiii stop if:
ignition key is in ”RUN” position (prevents start);
Remote controi sends a stop command.
Hood is open.
Brakes are appiied.
Aiarm is in infraction condition.
Engine is over-revving (if engine over-revving monitoring is active).
Main switch is OFF.
Safety sequence not vaiid (parking brake not appiied, opening of door detected whiie remote starter
was not keeping engine running).
Main switch
Main switch is usuaiiy mounted under dashboard.
When it is piaced in the OFF position, it canceis aii start reiated functions but does not disabie other
commands which remain active (aiarm, door iocking, etc).
STOP#
When engine is kept running by Remote Starter, you can stop it
with this command (iights: 1).
The stop command aiso ends panic mode and aiarm condition.
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LOW TEMPERATURE MODE •
In Low Temperature (Sentinel) mode, system starts your engine automatically when temperature falls
below a preset level.
Engine will run for programmed runtime, after which system will wait 2V2 hours and then start engine again
if temperature is still below preset level.
To activate/deactivate Low Temperature mode, press and ^ buttons simultaneously.
When mode is activated:
Parking lights will flash 4 times, then, if temperature is below preset level, engine will start.
If temperature is above preset level, system waits until it goes below preset level before starting.
For the engine to be able to start, a valid safety sequence has to be detected by the system (see "Safety
Sequence” on page 3).
If system cannot execute command (for example, safety sequence is not valid, hood is open, etc),
confirmation will be different (lights: 3).
When mode is deactivated:
Parking lights will flash twice to confirm that mode is deactivated. Applying brakes also deactivates Low
Temperature mode.
Setting the start temperature #iT
To change preset temperature at which you want your Remote Starter to start engine, press ^ and
buttons simultaneously (lights: 1 -4).
Parking lights will flash from 1 to 4 times to indicate selected start
temperature (see table opposite).
If you send command when ignition has been turned on (by
Remote Starter or key), preset start temperature does not
change. However, confirmation is still sent to indicate last
selection.
Number of
Flashes
1 -5°C (23°F)
2 -15°C (5°F)
3 -20°C (-7°F)
4 -30°C (-22°F)
Preset start
temperature
Setting the runtime Omr 3
Press buttons and d simultaneously (parking lights: 1and
Parking lights flash one to four times to indicate selected runtime
(see table opposite).
If you send this command while the ignition circuits are activated
(by remote or key), runtime does not change but confirmation is
sent to indicate last selection.
If Low Temperature (Sentinel) mode is already activated when
this command is sent, the command sets or indicates Low
Temperature mode runtime.
Note: Runtime is doubled for a diesel engine.
^ A runtime of 2 minutes (4 min. for a diesei engine ) is not reoommended for most vehioies uniess you intend to drive off immediateiy after the
4).
Number of Runtime
flashes
1 2 minutes
2 4 minutes
3 8 minutes
4 18 minutes
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SECURITY SYSTEM
PROTECTION ZONES
Your security system can use up to six ditferent monitoring devices simuitaneousiy to protect your vehicie.
These devices are connected to the system on different inputs caiied protection zones.
One of these zones can send an audibie warning (7 chirps), whiie the other five generate an aiarm
condition if system is armed.
PROTECTION ZONES FUNCTIONS
Pre-shock
(more than 3 times within 3 min.)
Doors
Hood
Additionai sensor
Shock sensor
Ignition (key)
Siren chirps (7 times)
Siren ”ON” for 30 or 60 second period, which can be repeated
up to 4 times depending on initiai programming and whether
vioiated zone is corrected or not.
Each period is separated by a 5 second pause.
(45 seconds for ”Door” zone).
DETERRENTS
ACTIVE
When one of the monitoring devices detects a vioiation, system reacts by activating the foiiowing
deterrents, depending on which is connected.
System can activate up to four deterrents simuitaneousiy: siren, parking lights, dome light and/or horn.
PREVENTIVE
Indicator light shows different aiarm conditions (see "ZONE CODES” on page 12).
It can aiso act as a deterrent if instaiied in a piace visibie from outside vehicie.
ALARM MODES
WARNING
Warning signai is 7 siren chirps.
If a two-ievei shock sensor is connected to system, warning sounds every time vehicie is subjected to a
iight shock when the aiarm is armed.
PRE-ALARM
If you set off aiarm by accident and do not want to aiarm or disturb the whoie neighborhood, ”pre-aiarm”
mode cuts in three seconds before aiarm condition to give you time to disarm system.
In this mode, parking iights, siren and dome iight go on and off intermittentiy for three seconds.
ALARM CONDITION
When system is in aiarm condition, it activates the various deterrents connected to the aiarm moduie.
Aiarm condition remains active for 30 or 60 seconds depending on initiai programming, then system
pauses for five seconds (45 seconds for "Door” zone).
During this pause, it checks the protection zones again and restarts aiarm cycie if a zone is stiii in vioiation.
This cycie can be repeated up to four times. If situation that caused the vioiation is corrected in mid-cycie,
aiarm stops at end of current cycie.
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OPERATION
Your alarm system has three different operating modes, active, semi-passive rearming and passive
rearming depending on initial programming. See the relevant paragraph for mode your system was
configured in during installation.
ACTIVE
In active mode, the alarm must be armed and disarmed using the remote (see Table of Commands on
page 3).
Alarm is armed as soon as command is received, even if a zone is in violation when command is received.
However, violated zone cannot trigger the alarm unless it was in a normal condition beforehand.
This mode is always available even if, during installation, your system was not configured for it.
SEMI-PASSIVE REARMING
In semi-passive mode, alarm must be armed and disarmed using the remote (see Table of Commands on
page 3).
In this mode, alarm rearms automatically 25 seconds after disarming (rearming cycle) if doors are all
closed. Indicator light flashes rapidly to indicate that system is in rearming cycle.
Note: If vehicle is equipped with power locks interfaced with the system, a device can be added to prevent
doors from locking during rearming if key is still in ignition. If applicable, this device allows system to be
armed but cancels locking.
Key detection device is Q, is not □ installed on this vehicle.
Following table shows effect of each zone on rearming cycle.
Protection zone Effect on rearming cycle
Hood
Additional sensor
Shock sensor
Ignition
2
Doors
Warning No effect
Applying brakes or activating Temporary Valet Mode cancels rearming.
PASSIVE REARMING
In passive rearming mode, opening a door triggers rearming cycle.
Alarm will be armed 30 seconds after checking that all protection zones are in normal condition.
This 30-second period is called "rearming cycle”.
If a zone detects a violation during rearming cycle, countdown stops and restarts at 30 seconds when all
zones are back in normal condition.
During rearming cycle, indicator light flashes rapidly.
After five seconds, system sends an audible confirmation (siren chirps once), indicating that system will
arm after 25 seconds.
After this delay, alarm is armed and sends a second confirmation (siren chirps once and parking lights
flash once) to indicate that system is armed.
If you wish to remain in vehicle without driving off, you can cancel rearming cycle by applying brakes.
These three zones prolong rearming cycle as long as they remain in
violation.
Activated by ignition key: Cancels rearming
Activated by remote starter: No effect
This zone cancels rearming completely.
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If vehicle is equipped with a factory security system and runtime expires during rearming cycle, factory security system is reactivated but not
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When you exit the vehicle, cycle resumes and system arms automatically (see also "TEMPORARY VALET
MODE").
If you disarm the system and do not open the door within 60 seconds, it rearms itself automatically.
The following table shows the effect that each zone has on the rearming cycle.
Protection zone Effect on rearming cycle
Hood
Doors
Additional sensor
Shock sensor
Ignition
Warning No effect
Applying brakes or ignition key in "ON" position cancels rearming (until a door is opened, which causes
rearming cycle to restart from the beginning).
See also "TEMPORARY VALET MODE" and "DOME LIGHT DURATION".
You can disarm only with remote control by pressing t£' button (see Table of Commands on page 5).
System is disarmed immediately and restarts rearming cycle from the beginning.
These four zones prolong rearming cycle as long as they remain in
violation.
Activated by ignition key:
Activated by remote starter:
Cancels rearming
No effect
TO TERMINATE ALARM CONDITION
You can terminate alarm condition by pressing rf' button, which also disarms system, or by pressing
either of the or ^ buttons, which terminates alarm condition without disarming system.
CONFIRMATION
When the alarm is armed, one chirp of the siren and/or flash of the parking lights means that all protection
zones are in normal condition and system is ready.
Three chirps or flashes means that one or more zones are in violation (e.g. at least one door is opened).
Once the zone is corrected (e.g. door closed), the system sends another confirmation (one chirp or flash if
all zones are in normal condition, three chirps or flashes if another zone is in violation).
If a zone is in violation when system is armed manually (using remote) and the cause of the violation is not
corrected, the alarm will still arm but this zone will not be able to generate an alarm condition. See also
"DOME LIGHT DURATION".
When you disarm the alarm, two chirps or flashes indicate that no one tried to break into or do anything to
your vehicle, and four chirps or flashes indicate that an alarm condition occurred during your absence.
The following table summarizes this section.
CONFIRMATION MEANING
1 chirp or flash System armed, no zone in violation.
2 chirps or flashes System disarmed, no violation detected.
3 chirps or flashes System armed with zone in violation. Indicator light indicates which zone.
4 chirps or flashes
System disarmed with violation detected.
Indicator light indicates cause of alarm condition.
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INDICATOR LIGHT
Indicator light flashes a specific number of times (see table below) to indicate different alarm conditions
when arming and disarming the system.
It can also act as a deterrent if installed in a place visible from outside the vehicle.
DURING ARMING Indicator flashes codes for zones in violation (e.g. at least one door is opened).
Only one code is shown at a time. If more than one zone is in violation during arming, code changes when
zone shown is corrected (example: door closed).
DURING DISARMING Indicator flashes code for last zone that generated the alarm condition.
Code is shown when you press t£^ button.
This code is repeated until you apply the brakes.
The following table shows the meaning of zone codes (number of flashes).
ZONE CODES
FLASHES ZONE INDICATED
System is armed.
A door is/was open.
Hood is/was open.
Alarm condition is/was detected on shock sensor input.
Key is/was in ignition position (IGN).
Alarm condition is/was detected on additional sensor input
Additional sensor monitors status of
Loss of power (+12V battery supply was removed).
Alarm status is/has been detected on pre-shock sensor input.
Indicator can show two other conditions:
CONSTANT DIM LIGHT
RAPID FLASHES
Indicates that alarm is permanently disarmed.
See ”VALET MODE” on page 13.
Indicates that system is in rearming cycle.
See ”PASSIVE REARMING” and ”SEMI-PASSIVE REARMING” on
page 8.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
ANTI-LOCK
When connected to ignition key cylinder, this function prevents system from locking the doors during
automatic rearming if key is in the ignition.
It can also be connected to a switch to select automatic locking as ACTIVE or INACTIVE.
TEMPORARY VALET MODE (ALARM)
This mode is used to cancel automatic rearming for an indefinite period of time.
You will find this mode useful when fuelling up or working on your vehicle.
To activate Temporary Valet Mode, press üí' button during rearming cycle (indicator light flashes
rapidly).
When light stops flashing, it confirms that Temporary Valet Mode has been activated.
To cancel this mode, place ignition key in ”RUN” position then remove it; passive rearming is reactivated
when you open a door.
You can also arm the system using the remote, which cancels Temporary Valet Mode.
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Valet Mode
This mode is used to deactivate aiarm permanentiy when you take your vehicie in for servicing for
exampie.
Vaiet switch activates Vaiet Mode or terminates aiarm condition when your remote
control Is not available (iost, batteries dead, etc.).
This switch must be instaiied in a hidden piace known oniy to reguiar users of the
vehicie.
Ask your installer to tell you where it is.
to activate Valet Mode, piace ignition key in ”ON” position then press Vaiet switch (for about 3 seconds)
untii indicator iight comes on at haif-brightness.
to deactivate Valet Mode, piace ignition key in ”ON” position then press Vaiet switch (for about 3
seconds) untii indicator iight goes out.
Notes:
If you perform both sequences one after the other, you need to pause for 3 seconds between the two
sequences.
Vaiet Mode is automaticaiiy deactivated when key is turned to the ”ON” position and/or engine is remote
started for the tenth time. This is to prevent Vaiet Mode from being ieft on for iong periods of time.
GLOSSARY
Siren
Siren has six different sounds, i.e., it chirps repeatediy and has six different meiodies.
It chirps intermittentiy (short repeated chirps) during a pre-aiarm and continuousiy during an aiarm
condition.
It can confirm arm and disarm commands with short chirps; see tabie in CONFIRMATION section.
This function is programmabie as active or inactive during instaiiation.
Horn
Horn beeps intermittentiy (short repeated beeps) during an aiarm condition.
This function is optionai and may require the instaiiation of additionai materiai.
Ask your instaiier for more detaiis.
Parking lights
Parking iights flash intermittentiy (repeated flashes) during a pre-aiarm and aiarm condition.
Parking iights aiso confirm that commands have been received.
See tabie in CONFIRMATION section.
Violation
Vioiation means a situation that causes a protection zone to generate an aiarm condition; exampie: a door
was opened, etc.
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Dome light duration
The system turns vehicle dome light on for 30 seconds upon unlocking command (not applicable in "semi
passive rearming” mode).
In "passive rearming” mode, system ignores the "Door” zone while dome light is on, which prolongs
rearming cycle by 30 seconds.
On some vehicles, dome light may remain on after all doors have been closed. If this option applies to your
vehicle, rearming cycle is prolonged by the number of seconds during which dome light is kept on by
vehicle's factory system.
Special condition
If during dome light duration, a "Lock” command is sent while a door is opened, system arms and ignores
door violation; if door is still open 45 seconds after dome light duration ends, system recognizes door
violation and changes to alarm condition.
lock/unlock commands and
alarm system arming/disarming
If your vehicle is equipped with electric door locks, several functions can be operated by remote control.
These features are optional and may require purchasing additional equipment. Consult your dealer for
advice.
Arming and disarming the security system also controls Lock/Unlock functions.
Following systems can be controlled:
• Door locks.
• Trunk or hatchback release.
• Interior lights.
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LOCK/ARMfì
Press the fì button, doors are locked and alarm system is armed, parking lights flash once and siren
chirps once to confirm command has been received and that none of the protected zones are in violation.
Parking light confirmation is sent as many times as command is repeated so you are sure that system has
received the command. Audible confirmation is also repeated (siren or horn depending on programming) if
option "Confirmation on 2nd lock” is activated (during installation).
If a zone is in violation during arming, confirmation is different (3 flashes or chirps) to warn you. See table
of alarm codes to know which zone is in violation.
UNLOCK/DISARM iT
Press the lÌ' button, doors are unlocked and alarm is disarmed, parking lights flash and siren chirps
twice to confirm command has been received and that no alarm condition was generated during your
absence.
If there was a violation, confirmation is different (4 flashes or chirps) to warn you. See table of alarm codes
to know which zone generated alarm condition.
The “Unlock“ function can be programmed and connected in such a way that the first Unlock command
only unlocks the driver's door, while a following Unlock command unlocks the other door(s).
Dome light will turn on for 30 seconds every time Unlock command is sent (not applicable in semi-passive
mode).
This 30-second duration is cancelled when Lock command or Trunk command is sent, brakes are applied
or key is inserted in ignition and turned to ”0N” position.
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TRUNK RELEASE ^
Press button. Trunk is released and parking lights flash three times to confirm command has been
received.
Trunk cannot be released if ignition key is in “ON” position.
Furthermore, if alarm is armed and system is not equipped with an additional sensor capable of detecting
trunk release (optional equipment not included), opening of trunk with remote control will not be possible.
In this case, parking lights flash once to confirm that command has been received but trunk could not be
released.
If you are not sure you have received confirmation, repeat command. System will repeat confirmation as
often as you wish.
Remember to rearm alarm after trunk is closed ("Lock” command).
System equipped with an additional sensor
If your system is equipped with a sensor designed to monitor status of trunk (added at time of installation),
parking lights will flash three times to confirm command was received. When trunk is released, 3 chirps are
emitted to warn that alarm will not take into account the status of this zone or the shock sensor's zone for
the next 5 minutes. If you do not release trunk within 10 seconds, the system will rearm trunk
automatically.
The timer is reset each time the command is repeated, which allows for a new 5-minute period to close the
trunk lid.
The system will sound a chirp when trunk is closed to confirm it has been rearmed. If trunk is open for
more than 5 minutes, the system switches to alarm status.
automatic lock/unlock
Programmable as Active or Inactive during installation.
This function locks the doors when ignition key is in “oN”
applied. Doors are unlocked when key is turned from
activated.
If “Unlock“ function is set to unlock only driver's door on the first command, the “Automatic Unlock“ function
will unlock driver's door only. If dome light is connected to system, it is activated when an automatic unlock
occurs.
This function is : Active □
Inactive
□.
position, engine is running and brakes are
“ON” to “OFF” or when Continuous Mode is
other commands
antitheft (circuit disabler)
Programmable as Active or Inactive during installation.
Your Remote Starter is equipped with an Antitheft system. This system consists of an output that controls a
relay that disables all circuits required to operate your vehicle (optional connection).
“PASSIVE ARMING" TYPE ANTITHEFT iT
This type of Antitheft system arms automatically when ignition key is turned from “ON” to “OFF” and
remains “OFF” for one minute. It can also be armed manually by sending a “Lock” command (unless
ignition key is in “ON” position).
disarming
Antitheft system is disarmed for one minute when you send “Unlock” command.
If ignition key is not turned to “ON” position within one minute, system automatically rearms, thus
preventing an intruder from starting your vehicle, even with the ignition key.
It can be connected so that horn sounds if an intruder tries to start your vehicle when it is in the active
state.
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“ACTIVE" TYPE ANTITHEFT iT
This type of Antitheft system arms by sending the “Lock” command (uniess ignition key is in “ON” position)
and disarms by sending the ”Uniock” command.
Valet Mode (Circuit disabler)
The circuit disabier function can be deactivated for the same reasons and in the same way as the Antitheft
system. See "Vaiet mode” detaiis on page 13.
CAR FINDER fìiT
Press fì and buttons simultaneously (lights: 3, horn: 7). This function sounds horn (short tune) and
fiashes parking lights to heip you iocate your vehicie in a iarge parking iot.
panic ^
Press button « ^ ». This command activates aii deterrents that are connected to the system, parking
lights, horn, siren and dome light for 30 sec. □ or 60 sec. Q depending on programming made
during instaiiation.
Panic mode is used to attract attention if you are experiencing difficuities. This command wiii not be
executed if engine is kept running by ignition key.
Use the stop command to abort panic mode or press brake pedai.
utility commands
Two additionai commands controi most of your vehicie’s accessories, depending on which were connected
during instaiiation (headiight, defroster, etc.). For detaiis, consuit your technician.
Command #1
To activate this function, press tì and buttons simultaneously (lights: 1).
The accessory associated with this command (
is then activated for 1 second Q 1 minute Q or 8 minutes □ , depending on programming.
This duration can be canceiied by repeating command (iights: 1).
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Command#2 wfiSi
To activate this function, press lÌ' and buttons simultaneously (lights: 1).
The accessory associated with this command (
is then activated for 1 second Q, 1 minute □ or 8 minutes □, depending on programming.
This duration can be canceiied by repeating command (iights: 1).
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START FAIL CODES iT
When a remote start attempt fails, it is possible to determine what caused the failure to start.
Press the and tf' buttons simultaneously.
The number of times the parking lights flash corresponds to the start fail code.
The table below lists the various start fail codes.
Code Failure to start details
1 Module has received a Stop command (remote or timer).
2 Brakes were applied during or after start sequence or module overload occurred.
3 Stopped by alarm.
4 Engine does not crank when starting sequence is initiated.
5 Start command ignored because hood is open.
6 Safety sequence not valid during start sequence.
7 Start command ignored because key is in ignition (in “Run” position).
S Remote starter main switch is ”OFF” or output overload.
9 Runtime has elapsed.
10 Remote starter attempted to start engine three times unsuccessfully.
11 Remote starter sensed engine was already running.
12 Engine is over-revving (RPM > 3000).
13 Engine not cranking fast enough during start sequence.
Manual sequence has been invalidated by status of parking brake.
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Manual sequence has been invalidated by opening of one or more doors.
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16 Internal failure of module.
19 Module does not detect manual interface.
20 Consult your dealer.
If any of these start fail codes persist, consult your dealer.
ALARM CONDITION CODES #a
Use this command to identify which zone is in violation during arming or which generated alarm condition.
Press ^ and d buttons simultaneously: parking lights will flash number of times corresponding to code
for protection zone in violation.
If more than one zone is in violation, code for the zone with highest priority is shown (1 = highest priority).
See table of codes below.
Code Protection Zone Priority
1 System is armed. 8
2
A door is/was open. 1
3 Hood is/was open. 3
4 Alarm condition is/was detected on shock sensor input. 5
5 Key is/was in ignition position (IGN). 2
Alarm condition is/was detected on additional sensor input.
6
Additional sensor monitors status of.........................................................................
7 Loss of power (+12V battery supply was removed). 7
S More than 3 warnings were given within 3 minutes by pre-shock input. 6
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¡SAFETY CHECKS
In order to maintain a high safety standard, proceed with the following checks every month.
SAFETY FEATURES
Make sure the parking brake is operational, i.e. it has the capability of immobilizing the vehicle.
If the parking brake cannot stop the wheels from turning, which is not safe, place the main switch in ”OFF”
position until the situation is rectified.
Detection of parking brake status
■ Carry out the safety sequence, then remote start the engine to confirm the safety sequence is valid.
Make sure not to apply the brakes.
■ Release the parking brake.
The engine must stop immediately upon releasing the parking brake. If the engine does not stop, which is
not safe, place the main switch in ”OFF” position until the situation is rectified. Consult your service
center.
Detection of door opening
Make sure that the opening of each door (open one by one) will break safety sequence.
1. Carry out the safety sequence, then remote start the engine to confirm the safety sequence is
valid.
2.
Stop the engine using the remote control. Make sure you do not apply the brakes and that the
parking brake remains applied until step 4.
3.
Open then close only one door once the engine has stopped.
4.
Try to start the engine using the remote control.
The engine should not be able to be remote started and the system should generate error code #15.
Repeat this test for every door of the vehicle (including hatchback if applicable). If the vehicle is
equipped with fold-down rear seat backrests, the trunk has to be considered as a door since it is an
opening that can give access to the passenger compartment. It must therefore be included in the safety
sequence.
If the engine starts, which is not safe, place the main switch in ”OFF” position until the situation is
rectified. Consult your service center.
HOOD SWITCH
Remote start your vehicle then open the hood.
Engine should stop as soon as hood is opened. If engine does not stop immediately, turn main switch to
OFF position and leave it off until situation is rectified. Contact your service center.
[replacing_orboostingvehiclebatter^^^_^^J
If you have to replace or boost your battery for any reason, turn main switch to OFF position and leave it
OFF until battery is replaced or fully charged.
Reversing polarity when boosting your battery
could permanently damage your remote starter.
Note: If alarm is armed when battery is disconnected, siren will sound when battery is reconnected if a
zone is in violation.
To avoid this, put system in Valet Mode before disconnecting battery.
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