AUTOSTART
AS-1200/1203/1204/1205/1214 SH
Automatic transmission remote engine starter systems.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Table of Contents
Table on contents………………………….. 1
What’s included……………………….……2
Notice….…….…………………………….. 2
Install points to remember………………. 2
Features…………………………………… 2
Options……………………………………. 2
Programmable options………………….. 2
Transmitter code learning………...……. 3
Multi car operation…………………..…. 3
Tach Adjustment………………………… 3
Manual Tach adjustment……….…………3
Custom Programming Options..….…..….. 4
NOTICE:
DUE TO THE POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL 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 AUTOSTART TRAINED TECHNICIAN
USING ALL SAFETY DEVICES SUPPLIED.
Please review the installation guide carefully before any work begins.
WARNING
THIS UNIT IS FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ONLY, BEFORE INSTALLING THE
UNIT TEST THAT THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START IF THE GEAR SELECT LEVER IS
IN A DRIVE POSITION. IF IT STARTS IN GEAR, INSTALL A MANUAL TRANSMISSION
CAR STARTER. (AS-1260M)
Door lock toggle mode……………..………. 4
Options Playback………………………….. 5
Vacuum mode……………..……………..… 5
Tach watch Lockout……………………….. 5
Idle Mode…………………………………… 5
Diesel Engine.…………………….………… 6
Module Reset…………..……………………6
Secure Lock………………………………… 6
Harness Description………………..….……7
Light Flash Rate……………………………. 8
AS-1200/1203/1204/1205/1214 Wiring
Schematic…………………………………….9
Rev: 2.01 La - 08/09/01 - Manufactured in Canada by AUTOSTART
1
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Please review the installation guide before
beginning the installation, particularly the wiring
diagram and the list of programming options.
Prior to installation please be sure that all hardware
components required to install the system are in the
box.
The following is a list of components included in the
Kit:
• 1 - Control unit
• 1 – Transmitter (As per model)
• 1 - 5 Pin 14 AWG harness (Ignition harness)
• 1 - 7 Pin 18 AWG harness (Main harness)
• 1 - 4 Pin / 2 Wire 18 AWG harness
(Accessories)
• 1 Antenna
• 1 Parts Bag (Hood switch, Valet switch,
connector, wires)
• User guide, tech bulletins.
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
• When working on a vehicle always leave a
window open.
• Remove courtesy light fuse if possible to
prevent battery drain.
• Never Install control unit where it could
interfere with normal operation or obstruct
service technicians.
• Do not disconnect the battery on vehicles
equipped with air bags and anti-theft radios.
• Always use a grommet when running wires into
the engine compartment. Never run wires
through bare or sharp metal.
• Always solder and tape all connections.
• Never ground control unit to vehicle steering
column.
• Make sure that vehicles equipped with
automatic transmission do not start while in any
of the drive gears.
*(If it will start in gear please install a manual
transmission starter)
FEATURES
Dual 12-volt power lines.
12 volt parking lights output.
Multi channel transmitter.
(AS-1203/1204/1205/1214 only)
Multi car operation (AS-1203/1204/1205/1214
only)
Factory alarm control.
Gasoline or Diesel engine ready.
Negative door lock output.
Cold weather timer.
Negative Trunk output.
Up to 1500 feet range. (SH models only)
Ground output (pulsed or constant)
Starter kill out (Ground when armed)
External trigger control (From external receiver.
e.g.: alarm)
OPTIONS
• Remote keyless entry
• Remote Trunk release
• Starter kill
• Flashing LED
• Pager Ready
• LIMITED LIFE WARRANTY
PROGRAMMABLE OPTIONS
• Door lock pulse duration (1 sec, 4 sec, or two ¼
sec unlock pulses).
• Ignition controlled door locks.
• Constant or pulsed Groundout when running.
• Run time (4, 15, or 25 minutes)
• Maximum crank duration (6, 8, or 12 seconds).
• Childproof operation.
• Gasoline or Diesel engine operation.
• Secure Door Lock.
2
TRANSMITTER CODE LEARNING
All AutoStart transmitters do not come preprogrammed. They must be “CODE LEARNED” at
the time of installation. The unit will hold up to 4
transmitter codes in memory.
To program a new transmitter:
1. Raise the Hood.
2. Turn Valet switch “OFF”.
3. Turn Ignition “ON”.
4. Turn Valet switch “ON”.
(Parking lights SHOULD turn ON for 5
seconds)
5. Press LOCK on transmitter within 5 seconds of
step 4. (Parking lights will flash 5 times fast,
and 2 times slow)
6. Turn Ignition OFF and close the Hood.
NOTE: STOP button on 1205 has NO function.
MULTI CAR OPERATION (Only available on
AS-1203/1204/ 1205 & 1214)
*To program transmitter to second vehicle for
multi-car operation, you must press TRUNK on
the transmitter in step 5 of transmitter code
learning.
(See above for Transmitter code learning)
The AS-1203/1204/1205/1214 systems have the
multi-car operation feature.
This allows the owner of two AutoStart systems in
two of his/her vehicles to control both systems with
one transmitter. (Both vehicles must be equipped
with an AS-1203/1204/1205/1214.
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.
TACH ADJUSTMENTS
AutoStart systems have two methods of fine-tuning
the Tach signal that are generated from the vehicle,
the first method is manual Tach searching and
setting, and the second is automatic Tach searching
and setting. Either method can be used, however the
automatic Tach searching is recommended. Tach
adjustment procedures should be done every
time a new unit is installed. This is because the
Tach signals from some ignition systems can
sometimes be too high or too low, thus causing
failed starts under different temperatures.
The procedures for Tach adjustment are as
follows:
1. Hold pin-switch (Hood switch) down for 4
seconds.
2. Release pin-switch. Parking lights should come
ON.
3. With Parking lights ON, immediately press and
release pin-switch again.
4. Parking lights will stay ON for up to 20 seconds.
(If not repeat from step 1)
5. With Parking lights ON press TRUNK of remote
transmitter. (Parking lights will flash 1 to 7
times)
6. Start the vehicle using the key.
7. If Parking lights stays ON, then you have
selected an incorrect Tach wire. (Relocate Tach
wire and start from step 1) If Parking lights go
OFF then proceed to the next step.
8. Allow vehicle to reach regular engine idle speed,
then press and release brakes. (Parking lights
will flash appropriate setting, from 1 to 7
flashes)
9. Press TRUNK of remote transmitter, to save
setting. (Parking lights will flash one long flash)
NOTE: A manual adjustment should only be done
if the auto setting is not completing the crank
cycle properly in cold weather.
MANUAL TACH SEARCHING AND SETTING
1. Hold pin-switch (Hood switch) down for 4
seconds.
2. Release pin-switch. Parking lights should come
ON.
3. With Parking lights ON, immediately press and
release pin-switch again.
4. Parking lights will stay ON for 20 sec. (If not
repeat from step 1)
5. Press TRUNK of remote transmitter. Parking
lights will flash 1 to 7 times.
6. Now you can increase or decrease the Tach
settings, depending on your needs.
7. Press LOCK button on the transmitter will
decrease the setting, and press START button
will increase the setting.
8. After proper setting has been reached, press
TRUNK to save setting. (Parking lights should
flash once long)
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CUSTOM PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
AutoStart systems are equipped with 2 custom
programming menus that allow the user to custom
fit the system according to the installation
requirements.
These options are designed to help make interfacing
with all vehicles possible.
To get into custom programming mode you must
do the following:
1. Hold pin-switch (Hood switch) down for 4 sec.
2. Release pin-switch. Parking lights will turn ON.
3. Immediately press and release pin-switch once
again. Parking lights will stay ON for 20 sec.
4. Press and hold brakes, and press LOCK or
START on remote transmitter. (LOCK for
mode one, and START for mode two)
Parking lights will flash once for mode 1 and
twice for mode 2.
After you have entered into one of the two
programming menus you can release the brake
pedal. The unit will stay in programming mode until
the pin-switch (Hood switch) is pressed or the Valet
switch has been turned OFF. (So take your time to
make the proper selection)
The menu will automatically start you at function
one, once you choose from one of the three Options;
you will automatically jump to the next function.
To select one of the three options press the
appropriate transmitter button. (See below)
1. LOCK = Option 1
2. START = Option 2
3. TRUNK = Option 3
Note: TRUNK = CH1 & CH2 in the 2- button
remote.
Once an option has been selected the Parking lights
will flash 1, 2 or 3 times. (Depending on option
selected)
MODE 1
*INDICATES DEFAULT SETTING
FUNCTION 1
OPTION 1* Ignition Lock ON
OPTION 2 Ignition Lock OFF
OPTION 3 Ignition Lock ON and Locks in
TOGGLE MODE*
*DOOR LOCK TOGGLE MODE
AutoStart has a built-in starter kill feature and even
if the starter kill is not installed, the logic for it still
dominates the operation of the system. What this
means is that the starter kill will arm automatically
45 seconds after the vehicle’s ignition is turned
“OFF”. The vehicle’s starter wire is then interrupted
until the starter kill is disarmed by pressing
UNLOCK button. In the 2-button remote, if the
doors were not locked within the initial 45 seconds
of the ignition being turned “OFF” the first press of
Button 1 will disarm the starter kill, unlocking the
already unlocked doors before they can be locked
again, arming the starter kill.
Enabling Toggle Mode will circumvent this logic
and allow the doors to lock on the first press of the
button regardless of how much time has elapsed
since the ignition was turned “OFF”. This means
that when the door lock will always perform the
opposite of the last remote door lock action.
FUNCTION 2
OPTION 1* Constant GROUND OUT
OPTION 2 Pulsed GROUND OUT (1 sec)
OPTION 3 Constant GROUND OUT with
Disarm pulse on Defrost line
(Pin # 15)
FUNCTION 3
OPTION 1* 0.75 second door lock / unlock
pulses.
OPTION 2 4 second door lock / unlock pulses.
OPTION 3 One 1 second lock pulse and two ¼
second unlock pulses.
FUNCTION 4
OPTION 1* Trunk release on TRUNK button
will not receive signal while
Ignition is “ON”
OPTION 2 Garage door transmitter control.
Will receive signal with Ignition
“ON”
OPTION 3 TRUNK button is used to activate
or deactivate the cold weather
mode.
FUNCTION 5
OPTION 1* External trigger disabled.
OPTION 2 External trigger enabled.
OPTION 3 Childproof Operation (START
button must be pressed for 4
seconds)
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MODE 2
* INDICATES DEFAULT SETTING
FUNCTION 1
OPTION 1 4 minute run time
OPTION 2* 15 minute run time
OPTION 3 25 minute run time
FUNCTION 2
OPTION 1 2 start attempts
OPTION 2* 3 start attempts
OPTION 3 4 start attempts
FUNCTION 3
OPTION 1 6-second crank time
OPTION 2* 8 second crank time
OPTION 3 12-second crank time
FUNCTION 4
OPTION 1 Gasoline engines & enable idle
mode
OPTION 2* Gasoline engines
OPTION 3 Diesel engines & enable idle
mode.
FUNCTION 5
OPTION 1 Secure Lock enable.
OPTION 2* Secure Lock disable.
OPTION 3 N/A
OPTIONS PLAY BACK
This feature helps to double check the options that
are selected. To do the playback you must perform
as follows:
1. Raised the Hood. (Parking lights comes ON)
2. As soon as the Parking light turns ON press the
pin-switch (Hood switch) three times. The
Parking lights flashes according to the options
that you have selected.
Option 1: one flash
Option 2: two flashes
Option 3: three flashes
VACUUM MODE
The systems can operate in vacuum mode as well as
Tach mode. Although vacuum mode requires an
optional normally closed Vacuum switch.
In order for the system to work in vacuum mode you
must first set the Tach signal to a setting of 8 flashes.
(See manual Tach adjustment)
The Vacuum switch has two contacts, one contact
must connect to the Tach input of the module, and
the other contact must be connected to +12v.
TACH WATCH LOCKOUT
Tach Watch lockout is a safety feature built into the
remote starter to protect the vehicle’s starter motor.
If, during remote start, the vehicle’s engine ever
cranks the entire programmed crank time without
detecting any Tach pulses during the first crank
cycle, the unit will go into Tach watch lockout. The
diagnostics for this is 3 quick Parking lights flashes
when trying to remote start the vehicle.
If your module is in Tach Watch Lockout it is
indicating that a problem exists with the Tach signal
it is receiving. Verify that the Tach wire from the
remote starter is properly connected to a good Tach
signal in the vehicle.
To remove the unit from Tach Watch Lockout you
must do the following:
1. Close the Hood.
2. Disable starter kill. (If installed)
3. Start the engine using the key.
4. Let it run for at least 25 seconds, then shut it
OFF.
5. The module should now be out of Tach Watch
Lockout.
If module is still in Tach Watch Lockout move Tach
wire to a better Tach source and perform an
Automatic Tach Setting. Then repeat steps 1 to 5.
IDLE MODE
When programmed this option 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 programmed run time or until
shut down by remote control.
To activate Idle Mode you must do the following:
1. Select Mode 2, Function 4, and Option 1 for
gasoline engines.
2. With vehicle running press either
LOCK/UNLOCK or START buttons on the
transmitter until the Parking lights comes ON.
3. Remove the key and exit the vehicle.
4. Vehicle will stay running for the entire
programmed run time.
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DIESEL ENGINES
All systems are equipped with a dedicated “GLOW
PLUG” input (Pin #4).
This input must be wired to the “Wait to Start” light
in the vehicle and must receive 12 volts for as long
as the light is ON.
Note: On some diesel vehicles the “Wait to Start”
light is a negative when ON, for this type of system
a relay must be used to convert the signal to a
positive.
RESETING THE MODULE
The systems are equipped with a reset function that
allows the installer to erase all transmitter codes and
return all programmed options to factory default.
To reset the module:
1. Turn the Valet switch “OFF”.
2. Temporarily ground to Pin # 12 (External
Trigger).
3. Turn the Ignition “ON”.
4. Raise Hood.
5. Press and hold brake pedal.
6. Turn Valet switch “ON”
7. Parking lights should flash 8 times quickly.
8. Press LOCK button within 5 seconds (Parking
lights will flash 5 times) to program transmitter.
* See Custom Programming options for default
settings.
SECURE LOCK
Secure lock is for cars that arm and disarm off the
lock and unlock wires. (I.e.…New VW’s) When
secure lock is activated it will unlock the doors prior
to remote start (disarming factory security), then
remote start the car. Once the car is started it will
relock the doors. (Usually not rearming the factory
security). After remote shutdown or run time out it
will relock the doors again. (Rearming factory
security)
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HARNESS DESCRIPTION
7-PIN HARNESS
PIN # COLOR POLARITY DESCRIPTION (connect to...)
1 BLACK Chassis Ground Ground to vehicles chassis.
2 VIOLET Tach Input (Coil -) Connect to vehicle's Tach wire (coil -)
3 GRAY Hood Switch Hood switch - grounded when Hood open
4 EMPTY Glow plug input (+) Connect to wait to start light ON diesel vehicles.
5 ORANGE Brake switch To brake switch wire with +12 volt when brake pressed
6 RED Valet switch Connect one side of Valet to the red (Pin 6) wire and
the other side to the one of the red primaries (Pin A or
E). (Between module and fuse).
7 YELLOW Parking lights output Connect to the vehicles Parking lights wire that is +12
volts when the Parking lights switch is ON.
4 PIN HARNESS
PIN # COLOR POLARITY DESCRIPTION (Connect to...)
8 BROWN Lock (-) Gives a negative pulse when locking by remote. For
pulse duration see MODE 1, FUNCTION 3
9 GREEN Unlock (-) Gives a negative pulse when unlocking. For pulse
duration see MODE 1, FUNCTION 3
10 BLUE Trunk Out (-) Auxiliary channel negative output (gives a 1 second
pulse when Buttons 1and 2 are pressed simultaneously)
11 WHITE Starter kill out (-) Armed output for starter kill option - see installation
diagram
4 PIN HARNESS (wires must be inserted as necessary)
12 OPEN External Trigger
Control or NEGATIVE
Used to trigger remote starter from an external
receiver's output (option must be programmed)
VALET (AS-1202)
13 OPEN Ground-out Negative output when running "GROUNDOUT"
14 OPEN Rearm (-) Gives a 1 second pulse 4 seconds after remote starter
shut down
15 OPEN Disarm (-) Provides a negative pulse 4 seconds after starting by
remote and can be programmed to give a pulse upon
activation of remote starter (disarm).
5 PIN HARNESS
PIN # COLOR POLARITY DESCRIPTION (Connect to...)
A RED +12V Battery Constant 12 volts *
B YELLOW Ignition Ignition - 12 volts during "RUN" and "START"
C VIOLET Crank Starter - 12 volts during “START” only
D ORANGE Accessories Accessories - 12 volts during "ACC" only
E RED +12V Battery Constant 12 volts *
• NOTE: Constant 12 volts wires must be connected to heaviest gauge 12-volt wires at ignition
switch. When there are two constant 12-volt wires at ignition switch wires A and E must be
separated each to their own 12 volts source. When there is only one 12-volt source at ignition
switch then and only then can they be connected together.
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LIGHT FLASH RATE
FLASHES RATE DESCRIPTION
2
Slow
System has reset. Should occur when Valet switch is turned ON.
No Tach pulse detected during crank. Should not occur if no pulse is
detected with in 2 seconds of cranking ‘the unit will force a reset.
3
Slow
If Parking lights stayed ON for 5 seconds then flashed 3 times slowly when
Valet switch was turned ON, the unit detected the Ignition line was ON,
The Hood switch line was grounded and no transmitter was learned.
1 Quick Button confirmation or end of run time or time canceled or door locks.
3 Quick Remote start is locked out. See Tach watch lockout.
4 Quick Indicates that the unit has detected the brakes and cancelled the cranking or
running cycle.
5 Quick New remote learned.
10 Quick Hood was open unit cancelled cranking or running cycle.
8 Quick Memory being reset: Occurs when resetting unit ON power-up.
On 4
seconds
If Parking lights ON for 4 seconds, the Hood was opened and the Hood
switch line was grounded.
Erratic If the unit flashes erratically (1to3 flashes, followed by a pause, then more
flashes), it might be in Playback mode. This occurs when the Hood switch
was press 3 times.
8
FLASHES
2
3
1 Quick Button confirmation or end of run time or time canceled or door locks.
3 Quick Remote start is locked out. See tach watch lockout.
4 Quick Indicates that the unit has detected the brakes and cancelled the cranking or
5 Quick New remote learned.
10 Quick Hood was open unit cancelled cranking or run cycle.
8 Quick Memory being reset: Occurs when resetting unit on power-up.
On 4
Erratic If the unit flashes erratically (1to3 flashes, followed by a pause , then more
RATE DESCRIPTION
Slow
Slow
seconds
System has reset. Should occur when valet switch is turned on.
No Tach pulse detected during crank. Should not occur if no pulse is
detected with in 2 seconds of cranking ‘the unit will force a reset
If light stayed on for 5 seconds then flashed 3 times slowly when valet
switch was turned on, the unit detected the ignition line was on,
The Hood switch line was grounded and no transmitter was learned.
run cycle.
If parking light go on for 4 seconds, the hood opened and the hood switch
line is grounded
flashes),it might be in playback mode. This occurs when the hood switch is
push 3 time
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AS-1200 / 1203 / 1204 / 1205 / 1214
WIRING DESCRIPTION
15 - Disarm (-)
14 - Re-Arm (-)
13 - (-)Out when running
12 - (-) External trigger.
11 - WHITE/YELLOW . . . . . . Starter kill out
10 - BLUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trunk Output (-)
9 - GREEN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unlock (-)
8 - BROWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lock (-)
7 - YELLOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking lights (+)
6 - RED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +12V Valet
5 - ORANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . (+) Brake light (Diesel glow plug light)
4 - WHITE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (+) Glow-plug input
3 - GREY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (-) Hood switch
2 - VIOLET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (-) Coil (Connect to negative side of ignition coil)
1 - BLACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ground to vehicles chassis
RED . . . . . . . . . . . . . +12V (Battery).
ORANGE . . . . . . . . . Accessories (HEATER)
VIOLET . . . . . . . . . . Starter (CRANK)
YELLOW . . . . . . . . . Ignition (RUN)
RED . . . . . . . . . . . . . +12V (Battery).
E
D
C
B
A
14 AWG
18 AWG
30 AMP FUSE
30 AMP FUSE
87
87A
853086
Starter wire (from key)
Starter wire (to solenoid)
Ignition
VALET SWITCH
Connect to fused side of the +12volt lead
BATTERY (+)
L.E.D
+12V (BATTERY)
BATTERY (+)
Diode (for optional L.E.D output).
This diode is absolutely necessary
when installing an L.E.D with a
starter kill.
200 OHM
resistor for L.E.D
N/A
ANTENNA*
* SH antenna available only on Super Heterodyne models.
SH Antenna is ONLY available with 1204 or 1205
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