Autostart AS-1820FM User Manual
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOTE STARTER
AS-1820 FM
Installation Guide
Notice
The manufacturer will accept no responsibility for any electrical damage resulting from improper installation of
the product, be that either damage to the vehicle itself or to the Unit. This Unit must be installed by a certified
technician using all safety devices supplied. Please note that this guide has been written for properly trained
technicians: a certain level of skills and knowledge is therefore assumed. Please review the Installation Guide
carefully before beginning any work.
Warning
This Remote Car Starter is designed for vehicles with an automatic Transmission only. Before
installing the Unit, test that the vehicle does not start when the Gear Select Lever is in the “Drive” position. If it
starts in gear, install a manual-transmission remote starter system instead.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ......................................2
Introduction................................................3
Included in the Kit ......................................3
Installation Points to Remember................3
Harness Description ..................................4
Flashing the Hood Pin Switch....................9
The Programming Assistance Button ......10
Programming a Transmitter.....................10
Before you Proceed.................................10
The Transmitter Programming Procedure10
Entering Programming Options Mode .....10
Programming Options..............................11
Tach Programming ..................................13
About Tach Programming........................13
Multi-speed Tach Programming...............13
Automatic Tach Programming .................14
Horn Chirp Timing ...................................14
Testing.....................................................15
Closing Up ...............................................15
Supplementary Information ..................... 16
Fifth Relay Output (2
nd
IGN, ACC or
CRANK)................................................... 16
Ignition-controlled Door Locks................. 16
Secure Lock ............................................16
Standard Secure Lock............................. 16
Smart Secure Lock.................................. 17
Lock Pulse Duration ................................ 17
Engine Run Time..................................... 17
Starter Kill (Installation) ........................... 17
Passive or Active Arming ........................17
Resetting the Remote Car Starter........... 17
Events Logging........................................ 18
Events playback ...................................... 18
Start Failure Codes through the Parking
Lights....................................................... 18
Diagnostics – Chirps Table .....................19
Diagnostics – Parking Light Flash Table. 20
P. 2 Installation Guide AS-1820 FM
Introduction
This Guide contains all the information relevant and necessary for the installation of the
Remote Car Starter. Most of the features of this product are explained in the User Guide.
Therefore, if you need detailed information about a feature of the product, we recommend
that you refer to the User Guide.
Included in the Kit
Please carefully read the Installation Guide before beginning the installation, especially the
Harness Description section and the Programming Options.
It is very important that you familiarize yourself with the programming and the operation
of the Remote Car Starter, even if you have already installed a similar Remote Car Starter
in the past. There are many innovative features that you may overlook if you do not read this
Guide.
Prior to the installation, make sure that all the hardware components required to install the
system are in the box.
The following is a list of components included in the kit:
• 1 – Remote Car Starter Control Unit
• 1 – FM long-range Receiver with LED incorporated
• 2 – multi-channel 5-button transmitters
• 1 – six-pin 14 AWG Harness (Ignition Harness)
• 1 – five-pin 18 AWG Harness (Main Harness)
• 1 – twelve-pin 22 AWG Harness (Accessories Harness)
• 1 – two-pin 22 AWG Harness (Accessories Harness)
• 1 – parts bag: a Hood Pin-switch, a Connector and a Warning Label
• 1 – User Guide
The plug-in Valet button is not included with this Remote Car Starter.
INDUSTRY CANADA USER NOTICE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more
than that required for successful communication.
FCC USER NOTICE:
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorised modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Installation Points to Remember
Ƈ Make sure that vehicles equipped with an
automatic Transmission do not start while in
any of the Drive Gears. If the vehicle
starts in gear, install a Manualtransmission Remote Starter instead.
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Ƈ When installing a manual-transmission
product on a vehicle with a manual
Transmission, always make sure that all
Doors will get the Unit out of Ready Mode.
Switch the wire used so that it is triggered
by all Doors.
Ƈ When installing a manual-transmission
product on a vehicle with a manual
Transmission, make sure that the Parking
Brake and Door Switch contacts work
properly.
Ƈ When working on a vehicle, always leave a
window open.
Ƈ Never leave the keys in the car. Leave
them on a workbench with a window rolled
down.
Ƈ If possible, remove courtesy light fuse to
prevent battery drain.
PROGRAMMING ASSISTANCE BUTTON (PAB)
Ƈ The
The PAB is mounted on the side of the
Remote Car Starter unit and fulfils the same
function as the Hood-Pin Switch. The PAB
will spare installers the effort of getting out
of the vehicle to access the Hood-Pin
Switch. The PAB works only when the
Hood is up.
Ƈ Inspect vehicle for any body damage or
electrical problems
Ƈ Always solder and tape all connections.
Ƈ Keep the Antenna away from other types of
antennas (GPS/OnStar).
Ƈ Never install the control unit where it could
interfere with normal operation or obstruct
service technicians.
Ƈ Always use a grommet when running wires
into the Engine compartment. Never run
wires through bare or sharp metal.
Ƈ Do not disconnect the battery on vehicles
equipped with air bags and anti-theft radios.
Ƈ Never ground the control unit to the
vehicle’s steering column.
Ƈ Make sure that all the switches and controls
operate properly.
Ƈ Verify that the vehicle starts and idles
properly.
Ƈ Make sure that all safety equipment is
installed: the Valet Button (if provided), the
Hood Switch and the Warning Label.
Ƈ When wiring in parallel, make sure you
isolate each connection with a diode in
order to avoid feedback and possible
damage.
Examples:
Wiring a Clutch Bypass and a
Transponder Module to the
WHEN RUNNING
where the
wire: At the junction point,
GROUND OUT WHEN RUNNING wire
GROUND OUT
“splits” and connects to each device, a
diode is inserted on each of these lines.
Multiple or separate Door pin Connec-
tions:
When joining all Door Pins together to the
Door Pin input wire of the Remote Car
Starter unit, each wire must be isolated with
a diode to prevent feedback.
Note: The above examples reflect common
situations where diodes are use to isolate
connections. Please note that there are
numerous other cases where diode isolation
is required.
Ƈ Always make sure that all external relays or
modules added to the Remote Car Starter
unit are properly fused and diode isolated.
Ƈ On vehicles equipped with daytime running
lights, the installer may be unable to see
certain programming results since the
daytime running lights never go out.
Note: The Parking Light Output Relay of the
unit gives two clicking sounds for each flash
of the lights: one click when the lights would
ON and one click when the lights would
go
go OFF.)
Ƈ Parking Light flashes to which the text
refers throughout this manual refer to the
Parking Light output of the unit, not of the
vehicle.
Harness Description
When connecting a Remote Car Starter, it is important to make sure that the connector with the
Ground wire is connected first, before making the 12-volt connections. Should the Unit be powered
up before being grounded, there could be serious damage to internal components of the Unit.
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Be careful not to power up a Remote Car Starter before it is properly grounded. To avoid any
accident, it is recommended to pull out the Fuses from their sockets before the installation, and to
put them back during the very last steps.
6-pin Main Ignition Harness
Wire Colour Function Description
Connect to the largest 12 V supply wire at the Ignition Harness.
Ensure that the OEM power wire is fused for more than 30 A.
A RED (+) 12 V Battery
B PURPLE
C RED (+) 12 V Battery
D YELLOW
E ORANGE
F GREEN
(+) Starter output
(30 A)
(+) Ignition
output (30 A)
(+) Accessories
output (30 A)
(+) Fifth Relay
output (30 A)
Please note: some of the most recent vehicles have no suitable
12 V source at the Ignition Switch (the 12 V wire is too small to
supply the necessary current). In such cases, it is recommended to
use the fuse box or the B+ connection on the Battery.
Connect to the Starter wire of the vehicle. The source wire should
have +12 V with the Ignition Key in the
Connect to the largest 12 V supply wire at the Ignition Harness.
Ensure that the OEM power wire is fused for more than 30 A.
Please note: some of the most recent vehicles have no suitable
12 V source at the Ignition Switch (the 12 V wire is too small to
supply the necessary current). In such cases, it is recommended to
use the fuse box or the B+ connection on the Battery.
Connect to the Ignition wire of the vehicle. The source wire should
have +12 V with the Ignition Key in the
CRANK positions.
Warning: at the Ignition Switch of certain vehicles, there may be
more than one Ignition wire. Use the 5threlay (Pin F) and extra
relays to power up any extra Ignition wires if necessary. Do not
jump wires at the Ignition Switch: this would compromise the
OEM electrical system.
This wire will power the Heater Blower Motor. Usually connected
to the Accessories wire of the vehicle. The source wire must have
power with the Ignition Key in the
(no power in the
Warning: at the Ignition Switch of certain vehicles, there may be
more than one Ignition wire for powering the Heater Blower Motor.
Use the 5threlay (Pin F) and extra relays to power up any extra
Ignition wires if necessary. Do not jump wires at the Ignition
Switch: this would compromise the OEM electrical system.
This high-current output can be used to power a second Ignition,
Accessories or Crank wire. See Jumper Setting, later in this
Guide, for correct output.
Please note: additional Ignition, Accessories, or Starter wires must
use external relays. Do not jump wires at the Ignition Switch: this
would compromise the OEM electrical system.
CRANK position).
CRANK position only.
IGNITION ON (RUN) and
IGNITION ON (RUN) position only
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5-Pin Secondary Harness
Wire Colour Function Description
This wire must be connected to bare, unpainted metal (the Chassis
or the true Body ground). It is preferable to use a factory ground
bolt rather than a self-tapping screw. Screws tend to get loose or
rusted over time and can cause erratic problems.
1 BLACK
(–)
Chassis ground
input
This wire will allow the Remote Car Starter to sense whether the
Engine is running. The wire requires at least 1.8 V (AC) and 1.6 Hz
or faster when the Engine runs at idle speed. Among common
2 PURPLE
(A.C.)
Tachometer
input
references for the Tach wire are: the negative side of the Ignition
Coil, the Camshaft sensor, the Crankshaft sensor or the Engine
Control Module (ECM).
Note: if the Tach signal is too low, the Remote Car Starter will
“over-crank”. Conversely, if the Tach signal is too high, the Remote
Car Starter will “under-crank”.
3 GREY
(–) Hood Switch
input
Connect this wire to the installed Hood Pin switch supplied. This
input will disable or shut down the Remote Starter when the Hood is
up.
This wire must be connected to the Brake Light wire of the vehicle.
4 ORANGE
(+) Brake Switch
input
This wire must have +12 V only when the Brake Pedal is down.
This input will shut down the Remote Starter if the Brake Pedal is
pressed.
This wire provides a +12 V output and must be connected on the
vehicle to the Parking Lights wire that tests +12 V when the Light
5 YELLOW
(+) 12 V Parking
Light output
switch is in the
Note: ensure that the voltage does not decrease or increase when
ON position.
the dimmer control switch is turned. If the voltage goes up or down,
find another Parking Light wire.
12-Pin Accessories Harness
Wire Colour Function Description
500 mA negative output. This output can be used to control the
1 BLUE
2 BROWN
3 GREEN
WHITE /
4
BROWN
WHITE /
5
GREEN
BLUE /
6
WHITE
(–) Trunk /
AUX 3 output
(–) Lock
output
(–) Unlock
output
(–) Rearm
output
(–) Disarm
output
(–) AUX 1
output
Trunk release (1-sec. pulse), or it can be set to operate as a
constant output as long as the TRUNK button is held pressed (for
Sunroof or Window closure)
Programmable 500 mA negative output: 1/10-sec., 7/10-sec. or 4sec. pulse
Programmable 500 mA negative output: 1/10-sec., 7/10-sec., 4sec. or double 1/4-sec. pulse (
ON 250 ms, OFF 500 ms, ON 250 ms).
500 mA ground signal when the Doors are locked by remote
control. This wire will go to ground 1/2 sec. before the
and go out 1/8 sec after
LOCK. The wire must be connected to the
OEM Arm wire (usually the Door Pin).
Note: The Remote Car Starter will also give a Rearm pulse on this
wire when it shuts down the vehicle after a remote start.
500 mA ground pulse when the Doors are unlocked by remote
control. Connect to the OEM Disarm wire of the vehicle.
Note: The system will also give a Disarm pulse on this wire before
every remote start.
Depending on the configuration of Mode 3, Function 4 (see
Programming Options later in this Guide), this output will provide
either a 500 mA ground output on the 2
UNLOCK button for Priority Door Access, or a Horn Confirmation on
the first or second press of the
LOCK button.
LOCK pulse,
nd
consecutive press of the
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