Code Alarm CA 180 User Manual

Remote Vehicle Control System

CA 180

Owner's Manual

Deluxe V ehicle Security System

with Two Way Confirming Dot

Matrix Remote Control

IMPORTANT NOTE: The operation of the Security and Convenience System as described in this manual is

applicable to most vehicles. However, due to the configuration of some vehicles, some functions AND/OR SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS may not apply. Please see your installing dealer for more information.

Table of Contents

Using Your Remote Control ......................................................... 3

Arming the security system Pre-arm mode Disarming the security system Disabling/Enabling confirmation chirps Attempted intrusion identification Two stage door unlock* Activating the trunk release feature*

Using Y our Remote Control, continued ....................................4

Turning on the vehicle’s headlights* Activating optional AUX 1* Activating optional AUX 2* Activating optional AUX 3* Activating optional AUX 4* Using the progressive car finder feature Using the personal protection alarm

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

Additional Dot Matrix Remote Control Features ..................... 6

Additional Dot Matrix Remote Control Features ..................... 7

Dot Matrix Remote Control Options Menu ............................. 7

Dot Matrix Remote Control Icons and Their Indications ....... 8

Optional Song Bird Feature* ..................................................... 9

Replacing Remote Control Batteries ....................................... 9

Emergency Override Procedure ............................................ 10

Emergency Override Procedure

* May require additional installation labor, components and installation cost

Using Your Remote Control

Arming the Security System

To arm the system, exit the vehicle, close all doors, then press the LOCK icon button on the remote control. The system will sound twice and the parking lights will flash twice, indicating the system is armed. The doors will also lock at this time (if equipped and connected). The status indicator (blue warning light on the dash) will blink steadily, once per second. To arm the system silently, press and hold the LOCK icon button for 1 second. The parking lights will flash 2 times, indicating the system is armed, has locked the doors (if equipped and connected) and activated the starter disable feature. The status indicator (blue warning light on the dash) will blink steadily, once per second.

Pre-arm Mode

If the horn system sounds and the parking lights flash only once, this indicates that the vehicle’s interior light is on or an entrance is left open. Check to see that all doors hood and trunk are closed properly. Once all entrances are secured (and the interior light is off), this system will sound/flash again. The system is now fully armed. (If the entrance is not secured within 4 minutes, the system will arm and ignore the unsecured entrance until it is closed.)

Disarming the Security System

To disarm the system press the UNLOCK icon button. The system will sound and the parking lights will flash once, and the doors will unlock (if equipped and connected). To disarm the system silently, press and hold the UNLOCK icon button for 1 second. The parking lights will flash, indicating the system is disarmed and has unlocked the doors (if equipped and connected).

Disabling/Enabling Confirmation Chirps

1. Turn the ignition key ON then OFF.

2. Within 10 seconds push and release the valet/override button 3 times.

3. The system will sound 2 times to disable confirmation chirps or 1 time to enable confirmation chirps.

. Attempted Intrusion Identification

This system will inform you if an intrusion attempt has occurred while you were away from the vehicle. If an intrusion attempt occurred, the system will sound 4 times and the parking lights will flash 3 times when disarming the system. Enter the vehicle an observe the dash mounted status LED to Identify which zone was triggered.

1. IT-s Sensor- 1 flash, pause 1 flash, etc.

2. Hood or Trunk Pin switch- 2 flashes, pause 2 flashes, etc.

3. Door Entry- 3 flashes, pause 3 flashes, etc. The intrusion warning indicators are stored in the system’s memory and will be erased when the ignition key is turned on.

Two Stage Door Unlock (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing the UNLOCK icon button one time on the remote control will unlock only the driver’s door. Press disarm again to unlock the remaining doors.

Activating the Trunk Release Feature (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the TRUNK icon button on the remote control for 2 seconds will open the vehicle’s trunk or hatch.

*Throughout this manual, ‘press’ refers to pressing for less than 1 second; ‘press and hold’ refers to pressing for more than 2 seconds.

Using Your Remote Control, continued

Turning on the Vehicle’s Headlights (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the LOCK icon button on the remote control for 2 seconds will turn on the vehicle’s headlights for 30 seconds.

Activating Optional AUX 1 (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the LOCK icon button and the TRUNK icon button on the remote control simultaneously will activate an optional feature. This feature can be programmed for a wide range of functions like power window or sunroof automation, please consult your installing dealer to determine functionality of your system.

Activating Optional AUX 2 (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the OPTION button on the remote control will activate an optional feature. Optional channel 3 is generally used to turn on the rear window defroster after the vehicle has been remote started, but can also be programmed for a wide range of functions, please consult your installing dealer to determine functionality of your system.

Activating Optional AUX 3 (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the LOCK icon button and the OPTION button on the remote control simultaneously will activate an optional feature. This feature can be programmed for a wide range of functions like power window or sunroof automation, please consult your installing dealer to determine functionality of your system.

Activating Optional AUX 4 (Optional)

If this feature is enabled on your system, pressing and holding the UNLOCK icon button and the OPTION button on the remote control simultaneously will activate an optional feature. This feature can be programmed for a wide range of functions like power window or sunroof automation, please consult your installing dealer to determine functionality of your system.

Using the Progressive Car Finder Feature

2-way Dot Matrix Remote Control:

Press the LOCK icon button and the UNLOCK icon button on the remote control to locate your vehicle. The system will sound 5 times at low volume increasing in volume each of 3 times the button is pressed.

1-way Six Button Remote Control:

Press the “ * “ icon button on the remote control to locate your vehicle. The system will sound 5

times at low volume increasing in volume each of 3 times the button is pressed.

Using the Personal Protection Alarm (Panic)

2-way Dot Matrix Remote Control:

Press and hold the LOCK icon button and the UNLOCK icon button on the remote control for 2 seconds to activate the personal protection alarm. The system will sound for 30 seconds. Pressing any button on the remote control will turn the personal protection alarm off.

1-Way Six Button Remote Control:

Press and hold the “ * “ icon button on the remote control for 2 seconds to activate the personal

protection alarm. The system will sound for 30 seconds. Pressing any button on the remote control will turn the personal protection alarm off.

Using the Transmitter Flashlight Feature

The (1) 6 button (non-confirming) remote control included with your system has a flashlight bulb built into the top of the remote control. Pressing and holding the LIGHT icon button on the remote control will activate the flashlight until the button is released.

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