Autostart CT-3200 User Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MULTI-

CHANNEL REMOTE STARTER SYSTEM

CT-3200

Installation Guide

Table of Contents

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

Included in the Package ...............................2

Installation Tools:..........................................2

Before You Get Started…........................2

Harness Description .....................................3

6-Pin Main Ignition Harness.....................3

5-Pin Secondary Harness........................4

12-Pin Accessories Harness....................5

Flashing the Hood Pin ..................................7

The Programming Assistance Button (a.k.a.

PAB.) ............................................................8

Before Programming a Transmitter ..............8

How to Program the Transmitter. .................8

How to Enter Programming Options Mode...8

Programming Options...................................9

Auto Tach Programming Procedure .............9

Multi-Speed Tach Programming.................10

Testing ........................................................10

Closing Up ..................................................11

Supplementary Information ........................11

Fifth Relay Output (2nd Ignition or 2nd

Accessories or 2nd Crank Output) .............11

Ignition-controlled Door Locks...............11

Secure Lock...........................................11

Passive or Active Arming Starter Kill.....12

Lock Pulse Duration ..............................12

Engine Run Time...................................12

Idle Mode...............................................12

Resetting the Module (without the plug-in

valet)........................................................... 12

Resetting the Module (with the use of the

plug-in valet)...............................................12

Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range 13

Installation Order ........................................ 13

A basic introduction to the Relay:...............15

Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range 19

Trouble shooting Q & A .............................. 19

Please note:

Button Ι is for the LOCK/UNLOCK functions. Button ΙΙ is for the START/STOP functions. Buttons Ι & ΙΙ (together) is for the TRUNK release function.

The LED is NOT included in this model.

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 Autostart technicians, a certain level of skill and knowledge is therefore assumed. Please review the Installation Guide carefully before beginning any work.

Warning

This Unit 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 car starter instead.

DOC.1.50 CA – September 2, 2004 Manufactured in Canada by Autostart

Introduction

This guidebook contains all information pertinent to the installation. Most (if not all) features are grouped in the user guidebook and therefore, should you need information on a feature, you should refer to the user guidebook.

Included in the Package

Before beginning the installation, please review the installation guide – especially the wiring diagram and the programming options. It is very important that you familiarize yourself with the programming and operation of the system, even if you have already installed such a system in the past. There are many great new features that may be overlooked if you do not read the manual; this would prevent you from maximizing the potential of the module. 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 – control unit

1 – 2-button transmitter 1 – r-1 interconnect cable

1 – r-1 receiver 1 – hood pin-switch

1 – 5 pin secondary harness 1 – 12 pin accessories harness 1 – warning label, user guide

The plug-in valet and the 2-volt plug-in LED are not included with this model

1 – 6 pin main ignition harness

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 unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Installation Tools:

Here is a list of basic tools and supplies you will need to test and install safely.

• Digital Multi Meter (DMM), Computer safe logic probe, Fused jumper wire, Neon 'trouble' light

that is carpet safe, Fender protector, Carpet protector

• Soldering Iron, solder, electrical tape, wire tie straps, split loom, diodes, resistors, relays

• Wire cutters, Wire strippers, Wire crimpers, Needle Nose Pliers

• Sharp knife, Panel poppers, Various Screw drivers

• Socket set, Wrench set, Drill with Drill Bits, Coat hanger (for fishing wires through the fire

wall),

Before You Get Started…

♦ on vehicles with a manual transmission, always ensure that all doors will get the unit out of ready mode. Switch the wire used so that it is triggered by all doors. ♦ make sure that the parking brake and door switch contacts work properly. ♦ when working on a vehicle, always leave a window open.

♦ never leave the keys in the car. Leave them

on a workbench with a window rolled down. ♦ remove courtesy light fuse, if possible, to prevent battery drain.

♦ the programming assistance button (a.k.a. PAB.)

The PAB is mounted on the side of the unit. This push button mimics the hood-pin switch in

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order to avoid having to get out of the vehicle

and pressing the hood-pin switch. The PAB will

work only when the hood is up.

♦ inspect vehicle for any body damage or electrical problems

♦ always solder and tape all connections.

♦ keep the transceiver away from other types of

antennas (GPS/Onstar). ♦ never install the control unit where it could interfere with normal operation or obstruct service technicians. ♦ always use a grommet when running wires into the engine compartment. Never run wires through bare or sharp metal. ♦ do not disconnect the battery on vehicles equipped with air bags and anti-theft radios. ♦ never ground the control unit to the vehicle’s steering column. ♦ make sure that all the switches and controls operate properly. ♦ verify that the vehicle starts and idles properly. ♦ make sure that all safety equipment is installed: the valet button (if installed), the hood switch and the warning label

♦ when wiring in parallel, make sure to isolate

each connection with a diode in order to avoid feedback and possible damage.

examples: Wiring a clutch bypass and a transponder

wire: at the junction point, where ground out

when running “splits” and goes to each device, a diode is inserted on each of those lines.

Multiple or separate door pin connections:

When joining all door pins together to the door pin input wire of the module, each wire must be isolated with a diode to prevent feedback.

N.B.: the above examples reflect common

situations where diodes are use to isolate. Please note that there are numerous other scenarios where diode isolation is required.

♦ always make sure that any external relays or

modules added to the remote starter module are properly fused, and diode isolated.

♦ when testing the shock sensor, never test on

glass with an opened hand, and never hit glass hard enough as to break it. When testing on metal or plastic, make sure the testing does not result in damage to the vehicle (i.e.: dents, broken glass, damaged trims, etc.).

♦ vehicles equipped with daytime running lights

may not allow the installer to view certain programming results since the daytime running

lights do no go out (note: the parking light output relay in the module gives two “clicks” per flash, 1 click for on and 1 click for off).

♦ Parking light flashes referred to in this manual

refer to the parking light output of the module and not that of the vehicle.

module to the ground out when running

Harness Description

When connecting the module, 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. Be careful not to power up a module 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 Description

Connect to the largest 12 v supply wire at the ignition harness. Ensure that

+12 V Battery

RED

the OEM power wire is fused for more than 30 a.

Note: certain new vehicles have no suitable 12 volts source at the ignition

switch (the 12 volt wire is too small to supply the necessary current). In this case, the fuse box, or the b+ connection on the battery is recommended.

PURPLE

(+) 30 A

starter output

Connect to the starter wire of the vehicle (at the ignition switch). The source wire should have +12 V with the Ignition key in the

CRANK position only.

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Connect to the largest 12 V supply wire at the ignition harness. Ensure that

RED

(+) 12 V

Battery

the OEM power wire is fused for more than 30 A.

NOTE: certain new vehicles have no suitable 12 volts source at the

IGNITION switch (the 12 Volt wire is too small to supply the necessary

current). In this case, the fuse box, or the B+ connection on the battery is recommended. Connect to ignition wire of the vehicle. The source wire should have +12 v with the ignition key in the ignition on (run) and crank positions.

Warning: some vehicles have more than one ignition wire at the ignition

switch for powering the heater blower motor. Use the 5th relay (pin F) and

extra relays to power up any extra ignition wires if necessary. Do not jump

YELLOW

(+) 30 A ignition

output

wires at the ignition switch; this will compromise the OEM electrical system.

This wire is for powering the heater blower motor. It is usually classed as an

CRANK position.) if it tests as an ignition (power

(5th relay, or extra fuse).

ORANGE

Accessories

(+) 30 A

output

accessory. (no power in the in the crank pos.) then power it as an ignition

Warning: some vehicles have more than one accessory wire at the ignition

switch for powering the heater blower motor. Use the 5th relay (pin F) and

extra relays to power up any extra accessory. wires if necessary. DO NOT JUMP WIRES at the ignition switch, this will compromise the OEM electrical

system.

(+) 30 A 5th

relay output

GREEN

This high-current output can be used to power a 2nd ignition or a 2nd accessory or a 2

output.

Additional ignitions, accessories, or starter wires must use external relays.

DO NOT JUMP WIRES at the ignition switch, this will compromise the OEM

starter wire. See jumper settings on page 11 for correct

electrical system.

5-Pin Secondary Harness

Wire Description

This wire must be connected to bare, unpainted metal (the chassis or 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.

BLACK

(–) Chassis

ground

input

This wire tells the module if the engine is running or not. it requires at least 1.8 volts (ac) and 1.5 Hz (or faster) at idle. Common tach references are: the negative side of an injector, the negative side of an ignition coil, camshaft sensor, crankshaft sensor or the engine control module (ECM).

Note: a tach signal that is too low will cause the module to “over crank”

Tachometer

PURPLE

(AC)

input

and a tach signal that is too high will cause the module to “under crank”.

GREY

(-) Hood

Switch

input

ORANGE

(+) Brake

Switch

input

YELLOW

+12 V

Parking

Light

output

Connect this wire to the hood pin-switch supplied. This input will disable or shut down the remote starter when the hood is opened. it is also used for programming and therefore it is essential that it is installed.

This wire must be connected to the brake light switch of the vehicle. The

wire should be +12 v only while the brake pedal is pressed. This input will

shut down the remote starter if the brake pedal is pressed. It is also used for programming and therefore it is essential that it is installed.

This wire provides a +12 v output (15 a max.) and must be connected to the parking light wire that tests +12 v when the parking lights are on.

Note: ensure that the voltage does not vary when the dimmer control

switch is turned up or down. If this is the case, it is not the right wire.

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There is also a negative parking light output. Only one of these two different outputs needs to be connected.

12-Pin Accessories Harness

Function

Wire

500 ma negative output. This output can be used to control trunk release (1-sec. pulse) or can be set to operate as a constant output as long as

buttons Aux 3 (trunk) operates only when ignition is off or when the vehicle is

BLUE

(–) AUX 3

(Trunk) output

running under remote control.

BROWN

(–) Lock output

(–) Unlock

GREEN

output

Programmable 500 mA negative output: 7/10-sec. or 4-sec. pulse.

Programmable 500 mA negative output: 7/10-sec., 4-sec. or double 1/4sec. pulse.

Max. 500-ma ground signal when the doors are locked by remote. This wire will go to ground 1/4 sec. before the lock pulse and go off 1/8 sec.

WHITE/BROWN

(–) Arm output

after lock. It must be connected to the OEM arm wire (usually the door pin).

Note: The system also gives a rearm pulse on this wire after remote-start

shutdown.

WHITE/GREEN

BLUE/WHITE

(–) Disarm

output

(–) AUX 1

Max. 500-ma 1-sec. ground pulse when the doors are unlocked by

remote control. Connect to the OEM disarm wire of the vehicle. Note: the

system also gives a disarm pulse on this wire before remote start. 500 mA ground output for horn confirmation on the first or second press

of the I button –depending on the option that was selected in the

programming menu (see page 9).

The unit is equipped with a selectable passive or active arming starter kill

circuit that will immobilize the vehicle when the system is armed. This wire will provide a constant 500-ma negative output when the system is

armed (locked by remote) or if remote started. This wire should be

WHITE/ORANGE

(–) Starter Kill

(Armed output)

connected to a single pole double-throw relay (this wire will connect to pin 85, on the relay, and pin 86 will be connected to the ignition wire). A second benefit of the starter kill is the anti-grind feature. When the vehicle has been remote started the anti-grind prevents the starter motor

from re-engaging when the ignition key is inserted in the ignition switch

and accidentally turned to the crank becomes active during remote starts).

ORANGE

(–) Parking Light

output

Negative parking light output.

The external trigger wire can be used for remote-starting the vehicle with

PURPLE

(–) External

Trigger input

an external device. When the vehicle is running, triggering this input will activate idle mode. the external trigger wire can also be used to operate as a negative trigger with the trunk pin-switch, the key sense wire or the door pin-switch:

Option 1 connects to negative trunk pin. When this wire is programmed for trunk pin, pressing Ι & ΙΙ simultaneously will activate a

1-second disarm output. If ground (-) is detected on the trunk pin (the trunk has been opened), an arm pulse will be sent 5 seconds after the

PURPLE

(–) External

Trigger input

(cont’d)

trunk is closes. an arm pulse will be sent 4 seconds after buttons Ι & ΙΙ

Description

Ι & ΙΙ are held pressed (for sunroof or window close).

position (the starter kill output

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are pressed if the trunk pin state is unchanged (the trunk was unopened).

Disarm is sent only if the system was previously locked and armed. If

secure lock is enabled, unlock pulse(s) will be sent with disarm, a lock pulse and a rearm pulse will be sent when the trunk is closed or if the trunk was left closed.

Option 2 (Default: Engine Start/Stop): the first ground (-) pulse on this

input will start the engine, the second ground (-) pulse on this input will stop the engine.

Option 3 (Key Sense (-) Input): connects to OEM key sense wire.

When the key is detected in the ignition switch (ground (-) signal on the OEM key sense wire) the starter kill will not arm even when it is set to passive mode. If secure lock is programmed, lock and arm will not be activated while the key sense input is active (“active” meaning there is a

key in the ignition barrel).

Option 4 (Smart Ignition Re-Lock): Connects to the Negative Door trigger Input. When the ignition lock option or the lock only option is

enabled: after the brake pedal is pressed and after a door has been opened and closed, the doors will re-lock. This is a 500-mA constant ground output active when the vehicle is running under a remote start. The output becomes active at the same time as ignition and becomes inactive when the module shuts down (i.e.:

run time has expired or button

ΙΙ is pressed, etc.). The output can be

used to activate external relays, bypass kits, etc.

(–) Ground Out

When Running

WHITE

CAUTION! If multiple relays or modules are connected to the ground out

wire, ensure that they are all diode isolated in order to avoid feedback and damaging the vehicle.

GREY / N/A

This pin is not used – leave empty. This positive input will monitor the glow plug light in diesel mode: it will

wait until the glow plug light goes out to crank the engine. Connect to the side of the glow plug light that is positive when the light is on.

Note: in diesel mode there is an 18-sec. crank timing delay (or

approximately 25-sec. if the run time is set to 30 min.): if the glow plug light is still on after the delay expires, the module will proceed to start the engine. (Also known as the “wait-to-start light”.) The purpose of the glow-plug circuit on diesel vehicles is to pre-heat the combustion chamber before the vehicle is started. When a remote starter is installed on a diesel vehicle, the glow- plug section of the ignition circuit must be activated and allowed to operate before the vehicle is remote-started. For that purpose, the glow-plug input wire of the module must be connected to the glow-

YELLOW

(+) Glow-plug

input

plug indicator light of the vehicle. The module will only accept positive glow-plug input signals, if the signal is negative, use a relay to invert its polarity. A diode must be added between the negative glow-plug trigger on the relay and the negative glow-plug wire of the car. This is to prevent feedback effects on the glow-plug indicator light on the instrument cluster: the light on the dash would come on because of the feedback, even though the circuit is off.

When the user remote-starts the vehicle:

The module will power up the ignition circuit and wait to engage the

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starter motor while the glow-plug indicator light is still on. The module will engage the starter motor as soon as the glow-plug light (+) goes out.

• Minimum waiting time is 3 seconds.

• Maximum waiting time is 25 seconds (approx).

If no glow-plug wire is found on the vehicle, the glow-plug input on the module may be “timed out”. The module will power up the ignition and glow-plug circuits and simply wait for the time-out before starting:

Connecting the glow-plug input wire of the module to ignition will hold the

ignition on for the maximum waiting time (25 sec., recommended).

Keeping the glow-plug input wire of the module unconnected will hold the

ignition on

for the minimum waiting time (3 sec., not recommended in

very cold environments). Connect the glow-plug wire to the ignition wire only after tach has been programmed (i.e.: connecting the glow-plug wire is one of the very last steps in the installation process.

Flashing the Hood Pin

What is flashing the Hood Pin?

It is a procedure that makes the module go into the programming centre. Once the module is in the programming centre, the installer has no more than 20 seconds to get into one of the sub-

menus. Failure to do so will result in the module exiting the programmin g centre and the

installer will have to flash the hood pin once more.

Remember: You can use the Programming Assistance Button instead of the hood pin

any time the hood is up.

The Installer … The Module …

1. Press and hold the hood pin for 4 seconds.

2. Let go of the hood pin. Parking lights “ON”

3. While the parking lights are on, press down the hood pin once more.

4. Release the hood pin again. “ON” for 20 seconds

5. You now have 20 seconds to select one of the submenus.

Once inside the programming centre, the installer has a selection of many different sub-menus. Once you are in the programming centre, you have the option of the following menus:

a) Transmitter Programming ………………….. p.8 b) Programming Options …………………..… p.9 c) Honk Horn Timing* (*if available) ………..… N/A d) Tach Programming …………………..……… p.9

Remember: you have up to 20 seconds, once the parking lights are on solid, to select a sub-

menu, failure to do so will result in the module exiting the programming centre and the installer will have to flash the hood pin once more.

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