AUTOSTART
AS-1260/1263/1264/1265 SH
Manual transmission remote starter & keyless entry system.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Table of Contents
What’s included……………………….…… 2
Install points to remember……………….. 2
Features……………………………………. 2
Options………………………………………2
Programmable options……………………..2
Transmitter code learning………...……….3
Transmitter function/Multi-car operation.3
Tach Adjustment……….………………… 3
Manual Tach adjustment……….…..…. .. 3
Custom Programming Options…..….……4
Door lock toggle mode………….…..……..4
Options Playback………………………… 5
Tach Watch Lockout…………………. …… 5
Diesel Engine.…………………….………… .5
Getting into Ready-Mode……………………..5
Staying in Ready-Mode……………………….5
Clutch bypass………………………………..…5
Parking Brake Wire……………………….….6
Trunk output…………………………………. 6
Module Reset…………..……………….……..6
Secure lock…………………………………… 6
Problems & Solutions………………………..7
Harness Description………………..….…..…8
Light flash rate……………………………….9
AS-1260/1263/1264/1265 Wiring…………….10
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 AUTOSTART TRAINED TECHNICIAN
USING ALL SAFETY DEVICES SUPPLIED.
Please review the installation guide carefully before any work begins.
WARNING
THIS UNIT IS FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION ONLY, BEFORE INSTALLING THE UNIT TEST
THAT THE VEHICLES OEM DOOR SWITCH CONTACTS WORK WELL, AND THAT THE
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM OPERATES PROPERLLY.
DO NOT INSTALL ON CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES UNLESS A RADAR SENSOR IS USED.
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
components required to install the system is 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 OEM door switch
contacts and Parking brake system works
properly.
FEATURES
• Multi channel/button transmitter.
• Dual 12-volt power lines.
• 12-volt Parking lights output.
• Multi car operation (AS-1263/1264/1265
Only)
• Factory alarm control.
• Gasoline or Diesel engine ready.
• Negative door lock output.
• Cold weather timer.
• Negative trunk output. (AS-1263/1264/1265
Only)
• 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).
• Gasoline or Diesel engine operation.
• Secure Door Lock.
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TRANSMITTER CODE LEARNING
The transmitters do not come pre-programmed.
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 CH1 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.
MULTI CAR OPERATION (Only available on
AS-1263/1264 & 1265)
*To program transmitter to second
vehicle for multi-car operation, you must press
on the transmitters CH3 (TRUNK) in step 5 of
transmitter code learning.
The AS-1263/1264/1265 systems feature multi-car
operation.
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-1263/1264/1265.
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.
TRANSMITTER FUNCTION
Once programmed, the transmitter will be
operational. (Hood must be closed)
The transmitter is equipped with 2 channels.
They are as follows:
1. Button 1 (CH1)– controls door locks and
engine kill option.
2. Button 2 (CH2)– controls remote starter and
cold weather timer.
Note: Either button can be used to get into
Ready-Mode.
TACH ADJUSTMENTS
Engine starter systems have two methods of finetuning the Tach signal that is 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 an automatic
search is recommended. Tach adjustment
procedures should be done every time a new
unit is installed. This is because the Tach signal
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 Hood switch down for 6 seconds.
2. Release pin switch (Hood switch). Parking
lights should turn 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 CH3
(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 goes 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)
MANUAL TACH SEARCHING AND
SETTING
NOTE: A manual adjustment should only be
done if the auto setting is not completing the
crank cycle properly in cold weather.
1. Hold Hood switch down for 6 seconds.
2. Release pin switch (Hood switch). (Parking
lights should turn 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 CH3 (TRUNK) of remote transmitter
at the same time Parking lights will flash 1
to 7 times.
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6. Now you can increase or decrease the Tach
settings, depending on your needs.
7. LOCK will decrease the setting and START
will increase the setting.
8. After proper setting has been reached, press
TRUNK to save setting. (Parking lights should
flash once long)
CUSTOM PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
Engine starter 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 down for 6 sec.
2. Release pin switch (Hood 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 hood pin 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 buttons. (See below)
1. LOCK = Option 1
2. START= Option 2
3. TRUNK = Option 3
Note: CH1&CH2={CH3=TRUNK} and
CH2=START in 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
This engine starter has a built-in starter kill
features 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 Button 1
(Unlock) on the 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 doors are resting in the
unlocked state, the next logical step for the
system to take is to lock the doors. When the
doors are in the locked state the next logical step
for the system to take is to unlock the doors.
Selecting Toggle Mode will automatically enable
Ignition Lock.
FUNCTION 2
OPTION 1* Constant “GROUND OUT”.
OPTION 2 Pulse “GROUND OUT”
(1 sec).
FUNCTION 3
OPTION 1* .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.
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