Bulldog Security RS85, RS82 User Manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE

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OWNER’S GUIDE

REMOTE STARTER MODELS RS82 AND RS85

CONTENTS

System Features ..................................... 1

System Components ................................... 1

Required Tools ...................................... 1

T echnical Assistance................................. 1

Before You Begin .................................. 1-2

Precautions......................................... 2

Using your T est Probe................................ 2

Making Wiring Connections .......................... 2-4

Locating & Making Connections ...................... 4-5

Connecting the 11-Pin Harness and the 4-Relay Harness ..6

Neutral Safety Switch ............................... 6

Operator Programming Instructions (RS82/85) ........... 6

Operator Programming Instructions (RS85 ............... 7

How to use Y our Remote Transmitter.................... 7

Technical Assistance

All tech personnel are expertly qualified to answer any technical questions.

Technicians are available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Address

288 Canton Avenue • Wintersville, Ohio 43953

Telephone

Phone: [phone] • 800-878-8007 • Fax: [phone]

SYSTEM FEATURES

Tw o-Button Extended Range Remotely start your car to run the heater or air conditioning from an extended distance.
Remote Control

Tw o- Way Capability Works with your factory keyless remote transmitter (RS85 only) or the transmitter included with

Parking Light Confirmation Confirms that your vehicle has received a remote signal and will remain on if the engine is

Code Learning Allows your remote starter to learn new remotes, should you want to add remotes, or if remotes

Pre Programmed Run Time Unit is programmed to run for 15 minutes or stop at any time with the remote, by pressing the

Pit Stop Mode Allows you to exit the vehicle while the engine remains running.
Tach/T achless Option A programmable feature that lets you decide to choose the easy to install tachless operation

Limited Lifetime Warranty Guarantees life-long protection.

this kit.

remotely started. (Optional part #775 required.)

are lost.

brake or by opening the hood.

or the wire-in, tach operation.

SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Y our system includes:
1- Main Control Module
1- Two Button Remote Transmitter
1- 11-Pin Wire Harness
1- 3-Pin 4-Relay Harness
1- Hood Pin Switch

1- Warranty
1- Warning Sticker for Under the Hood
1- Installation & Operation Guide
1- Bonus Installation Kit (with selected models including)

•Installation Video •Computer-friendly Test Light

•Electrical Tape •Wire Ties

•Razor Knife

REQUIRED TOOLS

Unless your remote starter includes a Bonus Installation Kit you will need the following items: a sharp
knife, electrical tape and a computer-friendly test light. A 5/16 inch drill bit may be needed to install
the hood pin switch. If the bottom of your dash on the driver’s side will come off, you must remove it.
If this is the case a screwdriver or a wrench may be needed,

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Should you need help. First check our website at www.bulldogsecurity.com or call our toll-free Tech Support
Hotline Monday through Friday 9AM-8PM and Saturday 10AM-4PM EST at 800-878-8007.
You must give the following information:

•Name

•Telephone Number with Area Code (Fax number if applicable)

•Year, Make, and Model of the vehicle

•The model you are installing

•The type of assistance you are requesting
If you give the above information you will be called back as soon as possible.

Please do not skip any steps.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

If your vehicle has an anti-theft system, you will need an additional module, Part #78 1 or #791 .
Congratulations, you have purchased one of the most advanced remote starter systems ever made. Your new
remote starter is a technological breakthrough utilizing the most advanced, state of the art technology
and components. It is computer controlled and manufactured in the U.S.A. The dependability and variety of
features make Bulldog Security the leader in the industry. Enjoy your new remote starter for years to
come!

This remote system is designed to start your vehicle by sending a command signal from the remote transmitter.
It is important that your installation be done in a well-ventilated area. It is the responsibility of
the owner to ensure that the remote system is not used to start the vehicle in an undesired location.

It is recommended that a carbon monoxide detector be installed in the living area near a location where
the vehicle may be garaged.

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Since there are many different makes and models of vehicles, look at the wiring chart on page 17 in this
manual and our website, www.bulldogsecurity.com.

Read this manual thoroughly before starting the installation. You must decide if the parking light option
is desired. If so, an optional Part #775 will be needed.

TA CH/T ACHLESS OPERATION
In most cases the decision to go with tachless mode will save time during the installation. If your vehicle
is hard-starting then you should use tach mode.

MAKE SURE YOU PLACE THE WARNING STICKER UNDER YOUR HOOD.
For Model RS82 or RS85 follow the instructions until you reach page 1 3. For RS85 only, continue.

PRECAUTIONS

This system is designed for use with vehicles equipped with fuel-injected,

SAFETY FIRST!
Never start your vehicle if it is indoors, if the keys are in the ignition and unless you’re sure the car
is in park. A periodic safety check is recommended to ensure that your system is in proper working order.

DO NOT use mechanical wiring connections, such as crimp or snap together taps. Follow instructions on
below.

DO NOT disconnect the battery if the vehicle has an anti-theft-coded radio or is equipped with an airbag.
Doing so may cause a warning light to be displayed and may require a trip to the dealer to be corrected.

DO NOT leave the interior or exterior lights on for an extended period of time as it may cause battery drain.
Remove the dome light fuse from the fuse box. NOTE: Starter systems do not work well with a partially
discharged battery.

DO NOT mount the control module until all connections have been made and tested. Using wire ties or
double sided tape, MOUNT THE MODULE UNDER THE DASH.

gasoline engines with automatic transmissions only.

All General Motors rear wheel drive vehicles and Dodge Dakotas built prior to 1996 do not have an
electrical Neutral Safety switch. They have a mechanical neutral safety switch. The mechanical neutral
safety switch oper ates as follows.

a)The key will only turn to start position when the gear selector is in park or neutral.
b)The key can only be removed from the ignition switch when the gear selector is in the park position.

You must use special precautions with t his sy s tem.

GENERAL MOTORS REAR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES AND DODGE DAKOTAS

USING YOUR TEST PROBE

W ARNIN G!

To operate your test probe, connect the black clip to a good chassis ground. Connect the red clip to a good
12V positive source. If the test probe is connected correctly, both the green and the red lights will be dimly
illuminated. If a positive source is probed, the red light will glow bright and the green light will go out.
If a negative source is probed, the green light will glow bright and the red light will go out.

MAKING WIRING CONNECTIONS

NOTE: In most cases you should not cut your vehicle wire in two.

1. Strip back two inches of insulation on the wire from the remote starter.

T wo Inches of Bare Wire

2. Strip back one inch of insulation on the wire you need to connect to.

One Inch of Bare Wire

3. Separate the vehicle wire as shown. Make the separation large enough to fit the other
wire through.

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