Autostart AS-1222, AS-1221 User Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MULTI-CHANNEL REMOTE STARTER SYSTEM

AS-1221 / AS-1222

User Guide

It is the responsibility of the vehicle operator to ensure
their vehicle is parked in a safe and responsible manner.

1. When leaving the vehicle, it is the user’s
responsibility to ensure that the gearshift lever is in
“Park” in order to avoid accidents upon remote starting.

2. It is the user's responsibility to ensure that the remote
starter is disabled or put into valet mode before
servicing.

WARNING

FCC USER NOTICE (U.S.A.):

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 any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: 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.

DOC.1.00 DL Lp November 16, 2006 Manufactured in Canada by Autostart

Table of contents

Introduction .......................................................2

Vehicle Presets .................................................2

Heater and Heated Seat ...............................2

Windshield Wipers, Radio and Headlights.... 2

Remote-starting Your Vehicle ...........................3

Remote-starting ............................................3

Driving Off.....................................................3

Remote Starter Features................................... 3

Idle Mode ......................................................3

Valet Modes .................................................. 3

Panic Mode...................................................4

Cold Weather Mode ......................................4

Introduction

This Module is a state-of-the-art remote car starter system. With many advanced function,
this product will satisfy any one of the user’s expectations from high-end commodity systems,
without neglecting the standard features commonly offered by entry-level starters.

Please note:

Button Ι is for START (by default).
Button ΙΙ is for STOP (by default).
Buttons Ι & ΙΙ (together) is for the TRUNK release function.

The LED is NOT included in this model.
The valet button is optional.

Advanced Features: Installation-programmable

options............................................................... 5

Arming the Starter Kill...................................5

Remote Door Locks ...................................... 5

Ignition-controlled Door Locks Option ..........5

Secure Lock Option ......................................5

Remote Trunk Release Option ..................... 6

Starter Kill / Anti-Grind .................................. 6

Engine Run Time .......................................... 6

Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range Issues

..........................................................................6

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ....................7

Vehicle Presets

Heater and Heated Seat

When leaving the vehicle it is recommended to preset the accessory controls in preparation
for the next remote start. Settings for the blower motor (fan), front and rear, as well as
heated seats (if equipped) should not be left on

LOW or MEDIUM instead.

on

HIGH. It is recommended to leave the settings

Windshield Wipers, Radio and Headlights

Certain vehicles require the radio and / or windshield wiper and / or headlight circuits to
become energized while running under remote start. When leaving the vehicle you must
ensure that the windshield wiper and headlight switches are

OFF. Leaving the headlight

switch on on certain types of vehicles could cause them to remain on even after the remote
starter shuts down, resulting in a dead battery.

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Remote-starting Your Vehicle

Remote-starting

Press the Ι button for approx. 1 second. The parking lights will come on, informing you that
the unit has received your signal. Approx. 5 seconds later, the engine will start. The parking
lights will remain on during the pre-programmed run time.
If the vehicle doesn’t start the first time, the system will shut down, wait a few seconds, and
try to start the engine again. It will try to start the engine 3 times before giving up.

Driving Off

Enter the vehicle and do the following:

• Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position.

• Press the brakes to disengage the remote starter unit.

You are now ready to drive off.
Note: Press button Ι to

programmed as

LOCK or UNLOCK button).

DISARM the module and to UNLOCK the doors (if button Ι is

Caution: do not turn the key to the CRANK position with the engine running. This will cause

the starter motor to re-engage, unless your vehicle is equipped with the Start Kill / Anti­Grind Feature (Optional).

Remote Starter Features

Idle Mode

This feature allows the user to engage the remote starter to take over the vehicle while it is
already running with the key in the

IGNITION switch. The vehicle will keep running for the pre-

programmed run time, or until it is shut down by remote.

Caution: Do not leave children or pets unattended in a car running in Idle Mode.

To activate Idle Mode:

To enable Idle Mode, press and hold button Ι

on your remote transmitter while the engine is

running.
Note: When enabling Idle Mode, pressing

button Ι is programmed as

LOCK or UNLOCK button.)

button Ι will automatically unlock the doors (if

The parking lights will come on. Remove the key, exit the vehicle and lock the doors (if
desired). The engine will continue running and will turn itself

OFF when the pre-programmed

run time expires.

Valet Modes

Ignition Valet

The system can be placed in Valet Mode to disable the remote starting capabilities. If the
vehicle needs to be serviced, or if you park it indoors, Valet Mode will prevent the engine
from being accidentally started by remote control.

To ENTER Valet Mode

1. With the key in the Ignition switch, turn the key to the ON (RUN/IGNITION) and then OFF
positions 5 times within 10 seconds.

2. The Parking Light will flash 3 times indicating the Module is now in Valet Mode.
The LED will turn on solid.

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