Autostart SHL101 Users Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOTE STARTER

AS-1735

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

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 (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:.1.01 – February 12, 2007 DL Lp Manufactured in Canada by Autostart

Table of Contents

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

Using the Remote Control ................... 3

Vehicle Presets ..................................... 4

Heater & Heated Seat......................... 4

Windshield Wipers & Radio &

Headlights........................................... 4

Arming the Starter Kill.......................... 4

Remote-Starting Your Vehicle............. 4

Remote-starting .................................. 4

Driving Off........................................... 4

Remote Starter Features...................... 5

Idle Mode............................................ 5

Valet Mode.......................................... 5

Ignition Valet ............................... 5

Remote Valet Mode .................... 5

Panic Mode......................................... 6

Quick LockoutTM.................................. 6

Cold Weather Mode............................ 6

Extended Run Time............................ 6

Advanced Features: Installation-

programmable Options ........................ 7

Remote Door Locks............................ 7

Priority Door Access ........................... 7

Ignition-controlled Door Locks ............ 7

Ignition Re-lock ................................... 7

Secure Lock........................................ 7

Remote Trunk Release....................... 7

The Starter Kill and the Anti-grind

Feature ............................................... 7

Safe Start............................................ 8

Valet Modes........................................ 8

Valet Mode Using the Valet Switch

.................................................... 8

“Home ValetTM” Mode ................. 8

Turbo Mode ........................................ 8

Engine Run Time ................................ 9

Flashing LED ...................................... 9

Horn Chirp Timing............................... 9

Multi-car Operation ............................. 9

Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting

Range................................................... 10

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY........ 11

Introduction

This is a state-of-the-art remote car starter system. The system is packed with advanced features
such as priority access to the driver’s door (commodity features) and the Safe Start children safety
feature.
With many an advanced function, this product will satisfy any one your expectations from high-end
commodity and security systems, without neglecting any standard feature commonly offered by
entry-level starters.

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Using the Remote Control

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Your Remote Car Starter is equipped with a 5-button multi-channel remote control. It can operate
two independent vehicles equipped with a Remote Car Starter (see Multi-Car Operation section,
later in this Guide, for second-car transmitter functions).

The functions of the transmitter are as follows:

nd

generation transmitters (ASRA-2501):

2

LOCK: Locks the doors and arms

TRUNK: Opens the TRUNK or

STOP: Stops the engine if pressed

for less than 3 seconds or triggers
Panic mode if pressed for more than
3 seconds.

N.B.: Pressing the

LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously will activate the AUX 2 output.

1st generation transmitters:

Picture serves as example only

UNLOCK: Unlocks the doors
and disarms the STARTER
KILL. Activates the AUX 1
output if priority door access
is configured.

START: Remote starts the
engine or gets the system
into Cold Weather mode if

ressed for 3 seconds.

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Vehicle Presets

Heater & 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

HIGH. It is recommended to leave the settings on LOW or MEDIUM

instead.

Windshield Wipers & Radio & 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
of vehicles could cause them to remain

OFF. Leaving the headlight switch ON on certain types

ON even after remote starter shut down, resulting in a dead

battery.

Arming the Starter Kill

The Starter Kill (if installed) can be configured by the installer so as to arm automatically (Passive
Mode) or not to arm automatically (Active Mode).

• To disarm the Starter Kill, press the UNLOCK button on the transmitter.
The parking lights will flash twice.
If remote door locks are installed, this will also unlock the doors.

• To arm the Starter Kill, press the LOCK button on the transmitter.
The parking lights will flash once.
If remote door locks are installed, this will also lock the doors.

• In Passive Mode, the Starter Kill will automatically arm if the ignition key is not inserted
Into the ignition switch within 1 or 3 minutes after unlocking (the key sense feature
must be installed).

Remote-Starting Your Vehicle

Remote-starting

Press the

START button for approx. 1 second. The parking lights will come ON to inform you that the

Remote Car Starter has received your signal. Approximately 5 seconds later, the engine will start.
The parking lights will remain

ON during the pre-programmed run time of the engine.

If the vehicle does not start at the first attempt, the system will shut down, wait a few seconds and
try to start the engine again. There will be 3 start attempts before the system gives up.

Driving Off

With the vehicle running under remote control, press the UNLOCK button to disarm and unlock the
doors. Enter the vehicle and do the following:

• Turn the ignition key to the IGNITION ON (RUN) position. (Do not turn the key to the CRANK

position while the engine is running. This would cause the starter motor to re-engage.)

• Press the brake pedal to disengage the remote starter unit.
You are now ready to drive off.

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