Autostart AS-1200 SH, AS-1203 SH, AS-1204 SH, AS-1205 SH, AS-1214 SH Installation Manual

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

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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.

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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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