Congratulations on your purchase of the AutoCommand® Remote Car Starter. AutoCommand® Remote Car Starter allows you to start the car by remote
control from the comfort of your home or office in order to cool it down in the summer or heat it up in the winter.
®
AutoCommand
factory anti-theft systems. AutoCommand® is an extremely sophisticated system with multiple built-in safety and security features.
is for automatic transmission, fuel injected gasoline vehicles only. Please see pages 6-7 for important information about vehicles with
AutoCommand® Remote Car Starter:
• Will start your car by remote control, and run the heater,
defroster, or air conditioner to warm up or cool down the
car.
• Is designed to start the car if it is in park, and only if the
hood is closed.
• Has Lock, Unlock and Trunk Pop keyless entry features.
• Will attempt to start the car for up to six seconds, but no
longer (to avoid damage to the starter motor). Should the
car not start, or if it stalls after starting, the remote starter
will make two further attempts to start it.
Tools required to install the AutoCommand® Unit:
Wire Cutters/Strippers
Soldering Iron
Pliers
Testmeter
We highly recommend that all connections be soldered for reliability.
Electrical Tape
Screwdriver
Drill with
1
/4”and 5/16”
drill bits
Parts List included with the AutoCommand® Unit:
• Will not let the car be driven without the key in the
ignition.
• Shuts itself off automatically after 10 or 15 minutes
(programmable) if you forget to come out to your car.
• Will shut off if the brake pedal is pushed, the hood is
opened, or the transmission is shifted out of park - unless
the key is in the ignition and in the “run” position.
• Protects your vehicle with a basic alarm system.
• Is quality engineered and microprocessor controlled to
provide many years of reliable use.
GreenTach(-) InputNo
Brown/White Alarm Disarm(–) 400 mA OutputConsult Wiring Guide*
White/Black IGN 3(–) 400 mA OutputConsult Wiring Guide*
Green/WhiteTrunk(-) 400 mA OutputN o
Yellow/RedLock(+/-) 400 mA OutputNo
ColorFunctionCircuit TypeRequired
White/RedUnlock(+/-) 400 mA Output No
Gray/Black Alarm Input (-) InputNo
PurpleHood Switch (-) InputYes
OrangeBrake(+) InputYes
BlueHorn(-) 400mA Output No
Coax
Antenna Jack
* For free vehicle specific wire information, consult
our website at www.designtech-intl.com
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On cars with airbags, you may notice bright yellow tubes or
harnesses marked SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) underneath the steering column area. DO NOT tamper with these
wires in any way, to prevent personal injury and/or damage to
the air bag system.
On GM rear-wheel drive vehicles built prior to 1995 and Dodge
Dakota trucks built prior to 1996, see the last page of this
instruction manual.
Battery gases are explosive.
Do not smoke while working near the car’s battery.
NoteNote
::
Note
: Some installers connect a battery charger to the vehicle’s battery
NoteNote
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during installation. This is fine, but it must be removed before running the
vehicle under remote starter control.
When running the wires through the car’s firewall, be sure to
protect them from sharp metal edges and from hot surfaces on
and around the engine.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Before You Start
Please read through the entire installation manual before beginning.
Always leave a window open to avoid locking your keys in your car.
IMPORTANT:
by putting the yellow WARNING STICKER in the engine compartment.
Choose a surface that is clean and readily visible when the hood is
open.
After having read the entire manual, start the installation
This car is equipped with a remote control starting device.
Ce véhicule est équipé d’un systéme de démarrage a distance. Mettez-le
hors fonction avant d’eflectuer toute opération d’entretien ou de réparation!
WARNING
Disable before working on car!
AVERTISSEMENT
Note:
Failure to properly install the fuse holder and 30 amp fuse to the
pink wire to the battery voids all product warranties.
Ignition Key Diagram for Steps 4-7
The vehicle’s wires are found coming off of the
key switch. Remove the panel under the steering
column to access these wires.
4. Blue Wire (14 AWG) - Ignition 1
Connect the BLUE wire to the ignition 1 wire of your vehicle. This wire will
measure +12 Volts on the test meter in the “run” and
“start” position, and is
off in the “lock/off” and “accessory” positions.
5. Green (14 AWG) - Ignition 2
Connect the GREEN wire to the Ignition 2 wire in the vehicle. The Ignition 2
wire can function in several different ways in your vehicle. It is important to
understand how it works. The Ignition 2 wire will usually measure +12 Volts
in the “run” position and is off (ground) in the “lock/off” and “accessory”
positions. In certain vehicles, it may also show +12 Volts in the “Start”
position or Ignition 2 may turn OFF during “Crank” and turn back ON after
the starter disengages. Carefully note the function of the Ignition 2 wire. If
the Ignition 2 turns OFF during “Crank”, see Changing Ignition 2 Function in
section 24. If Ignition 2 stays ON during “Crank,” no options need to be
changed. Please refer to our wire color information available at
www.designtech-intl.com
6. White Wire (14 AWG) - Accessory
Connect the WHITE wire to the accessory wire which is +12 Volts in the “run”
and “accessory” position, but off in the “start” and “off” positions. In most GM
vehicles, connect the white wire to the orange wire that is hot in “run” only.
7. Yellow (14 AWG) – Starter
Connect the
YELLOW wire to the starter wire. This wire will measure +12
Volts on the test meter in the “start” position only.
Note:
Most Nissan vehicles have two starter wires. Connect both starter
wires of the vehicle to the
YELLOW start wire of the remote starter.
POWER & IGNITION HARNESS
The remote starter module will be installed under the dash once all wiring
has been completed. Do not mount the module at this time! You will
need to check the red diagnostic LED light as the installation
progresses.
GREEN wires of the Control Harness and the PINK wire of the
Harness into the engine compartment. The remaining short wires stay in
the passenger area. Leave about a foot of the wire harness under the dash
for ease of working and visual access to the diagnostic light.
The Installation Information section of our web site www.designtechintl.com is available 24 hours/day to provide you with free, up-to-date
vehicle wiring information for your particular vehicle.
Note: Always connect the
of the other wires. Do not insert the fuse until step 11.
2. Black Wire (16 AWG) - Ground
Connect the BLACK
kick panel area. Use the small ring terminal. (The thin metal bracing
around or beneath the dash board is not always adequate.)
3. Pink Wire (12 AWG) - Power (+12 Volts)
Connect the ring terminal at the end of the short PINK
terminal of the battery. Run the long pink wire through the firewall of your
vehicle. Join the remaining ends of the power wire together by soldering
them. Tape with electrical tape to leave no exposed wires. Alternatively,
you may wish to use the yellow butt connector, but we recommend soldering. Wait to insert the 30 amp green fuse into the holder until step 11.
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Locate (or drill) a hole in the firewall to run the PURPLE and
Power
Pink
and
Black
wires before connecting any
wire to a very good, clean chassis ground in the driver’s
wire to the +12 Volt
8. Dash-mount LED-On/0ff Control Switch
Connection of the LED-On/0ff Control Switch is mandatory. Do not let the
switch wires touch ground. Mount the control switch so that it is easily seen
and accessible. If a hole is to be drilled to route the switch wire, make sure
there is enough clearance behind and nothing can be damaged by the drill.
Use a 1/4" drill-bit for the mounting hole. Plug the switch connector into the
module just to the right of the control harness. The LED will turn Red when
the switch is turned ON and the LED will turn Green when the switch is
turned OFF.
CONTROL HARNESS
(ALL WIRES ARE THE SMALLER 18 AWG SIZE)
9. Purple Wire - Hood Pin Switch - Control Harness
The hood pin switch MUST be installed with the remote starter. It
prevents operation of the remote starter when the hood is open and is used
to initialize and program the unit. Connect the PURPLE wire to the hood pin
switch using the red connector.
Note:
If you already have a hood pin switch
which is being used by a car alarm system,
you may share the wiring – but be sure to
diode isolate each wire going to the hood
pin switch with the bands of diodes pointing towards the pin switch as shown in the
10. Orange Wire - Brake Shut-off - Control Harness
Connect the ORANGE wire to the brake wire which receives +12 Volts when
the brake pedal is depressed. This wire must be connected. It arms a
critical safety feature which disables the remote starter when the brake
pedal is depressed.
Note:
In some cars, the ignition must be in the “on” position to test the
power in the brake wire.
Note:
If the Ignition 1 & Ignition 2 wires come on whenever the brake is
depressed and the hood is open this just means you need to initialize
the unit in step 11.
11. Initializing the Remote Starter
BEFORE THE UNIT WILL DO ANYTHING FOR THE FIRST TIME, YOU MUST
INITIALIZE THE REMOTE STARTER
A. Insert the fuse into the pink fuse holder on the pink power wire.
B. The remote starter requires the installer to open the hood and then
press and hold the brake pedal. Note: The ignition/dash lights will
come on if the unit is not initialized.
C. While depressing the brake (with the engine off and the hood open)
turn the ignition key to the “RUN” (not “start”) position.
D. Put the car in “DRIVE” from the “PARK” position.
E.Put the car back in “PARK” and release the brake.
F.Turn the key off and remove the key.
12B. Tach Rate Learning
Note:
Only use if the tachometer sensing method is chosen.
option must be selected first. See the Setting Program Features (sectionoption must be selected first. See the Setting Program Features (section
option must be selected first. See the Setting Program Features (section
option must be selected first. See the Setting Program Features (sectionoption must be selected first. See the Setting Program Features (section
23).23).
23).
23).23).
The tachThe tach
The tach
The tachThe tach
A. Set option #1 (Tach Mode) Section 23.
B. Connect the GREEN tach wire to the vehicle's tach wire under the
hood.
C. Open Hood.
D. Start vehicle with key (engine running)
E.Press and HOLD brake pedal.
F.Press the Control Switch button 3 times.
G. Release the brake pedal.
H. The LED on the Control Switch will flash RED 3 times.
The tach rate is being recorded and averaged for the next 5 seconds.
The unit will flash the lights output 3 times to signal the unit has successfully
learn the tach signal.
I.Turn the key to Off, (engine Off).
J.Close the hood.
K. Push the Control Switch push button so the LED is showing RED.
L.Push the start button on the transmitter, vehicle should cleanly start
and remain running.
Note:
Confirm initialization by looking at the control switch/LED. If the
control switch/LED is Green, the unit is initialized. Push the control switch
once, LED turn Red. Unit is ready to try to remotely start.
If the unit is not initialized, control switch/LED is Off. The dash lights will
come on (the remote starter powers up the ignition wires) when the brake is
depressed or the hood is open, and the control/valet switch is on. REPEAT
STEPS A THROUGH G. See the colored Trouble Shooting Sheets if necessary.
12A. Green Wire - Tach Input - Control Harness
The Remote Starter has two ways of monitoring the car during the starting
process. Both ways will ensure a clean, accurate start. Read about both
methods before deciding which one to use. Normally you should try the “NoTach™” method first.
“No Tach™” Starting (recommended for most vehicles)
This starting method does not require the connection of the GREEN tach wire.
This method will start the car by reading the car’s voltage before attempting to
start, and then looking for a voltage increase when the alternator kicks in.
This feature automatically takes into account voltage, temperature, and the
””
”
””
™™
time since the vehicle was last run. The “No-Tach
™
starting is preset at the
™™
factory and you can skip step 12B if you would like to use it. Note that if the
vehicle is hard to start, set option #3 [Setting Program Features section (step
23)] for “extended crank.”
Tachometer sensing
If the vehicle is generally hard to start (i.e. requiring a cranking time of more
than 1 second) you will get more accurate starting with the tachometer
sensing starting method. This method starts the car by reading the engine
speed (tach) information from a wire under the hood. If you choose tachometer sensing, connect the GREEN (18 awg) wire to the car’s tach wire under
the hood (normally the negative side of the coil or tach output of coil pack).
After you have connected the GREEN wire, you need to teach the remote
starter the vehicle’s tach rate at idle. Proceed to step 12B.
13. Gray/Black Wire - Alarm Input - Control Harness
This wire will accept any negative alarm input, including door inputs, shock
sensors, radar sensors, etc..
Any sensor that supplies a negative or ground output when activated is
acceptable. If multiple sensors are to be used, the inputs must be diode
isolated.
If you are using a sensor or input that switches to (+) when triggered, you
will need to reverse the polarity with a relay before connecting to this GRAY/
BLACK input wire (Ford door switches for example).
If you have a POSITIVE DOOR TRIGGER (Most Fords) a relay will be needed
to reverse the polarity. Connect the relay as follows:
1.Pin 85 of the relay to DOOR PIN SWITCH (Positive Trigger)
2.Pin 86 of the relay to GROUND
3.Pin 87 of the relay to GROUND
4Pin 30 of the relay to Gray/Black on the AutoCommand
The alarm feature is “last door arming” and “Negative going trigger”.
If you choose not to use this alarm feature, set Option #4 "No Alarm"If you choose not to use this alarm feature, set Option #4 "No Alarm"
If you choose not to use this alarm feature, set Option #4 "No Alarm"
If you choose not to use this alarm feature, set Option #4 "No Alarm"If you choose not to use this alarm feature, set Option #4 "No Alarm"
(section 23)(section 23)
Connection of the YELLOW wire allows you to activate the low beam headlights or parking lights for remote start and lock status. After the remote
starter has started the car, the lights will remain on until the remote starter
shuts off after 10 minutes, or when the brake pedal is pushed, or when the
car is put into gear.
This is a relay +12 Volts output. Connect the
wire to the wire that has power when the lights are on.
YELLOW
Note:
You must have already initialized the remote starter in Step 11.
The BLUE wire signals the horn to honk
(or siren to chirp) once each time the
Positive Horn/Siren Relay
remote starter starts the vehicle and
each time the locks are locked or unlocked. Connect the blue wire to the
factory horn wire which is often found
running down the steering column. It
will normally show +12 Volts at rest and
the voltage will disappear when the horn is honked. This is a 400 mA transistor
ground output which MUST drive a relay if using a siren or positively triggered horn.
19. Green/White - Trunk Release - Control Harness
The GREEN/WHITE
wire is the Trunk Release output which gives out a
transistor ground output when the unlock button is held for 4 seconds.
Again, this is a 400 mA transistor ground output which MUST drive a
relay (not included).
Negative Trunk Release
Green/White Wire
From
Remote Starter
Ground (-)
87
To 12 Volt
87A
85
Constant
86
30
(15 Amp Fused)
To Trunk Release
(in vehicle)
Positive Trunk Release
Green/White Wire
From
Remote Starter
To 12 Volt
Constant
86
(15 Amp Fused)
To Positive
Trunk Release
(in vehicle)
87
87A
85
30
16. Brown/White - Alarm Disable - Control Harness
The BROWN/WHITE wire is Alarm Disable, which will give out a quick
negative pulse just before unlocking the doors or starting the vehicle.
This wire can be used to turn off the factory alarm system in vehicles
which have them. In most vehicles, this wire is located in the driver’s
kick panel.
17. White/Black Wire - Ignition #3 - Control Harness
The WHITE/BLACK
wire, is a ground output that acts just like the Ignition 1
or Ignition 2 relay outputs (active in
the “run” and “crank” positions).
From
Ignition 3
87
87A
85
30
86
To LARGE 12 Volt
Constant Wire
(Found in Ignition
Switch Wire
Harness)
To Additional
Ignition Wire
(in vehicle)
This wire is a 400 mA negative
transistor output and MUST be
set up to power a relay
(not included). It can be used to power
the third ignition wire at the key
White/Black Wire
Remote Starter
(necessary for most Ford vehicles).
This is the wire that can also be used to bypass a passive anti-theft system
by hooking it up to the Universal Alarm Bypass Module. See the Factory
Anti-Theft System Section at the end of the instructions.
Determine the polarity of your door lock system by using a test meter. For
NEGATIVE locks (the lock wire sees a ground signal briefly as the electric
locks are locked) – connect the Red/Black wire to the Unlock wire and the
Red/White wire to the Lock wire.
For POSITIVE locks (the lock wire sees a +12 volt signal briefly as the
electric locks are locked but does not see ground when they are inactive)
connect the White/Red wire to the Lock wire and the Yellow/Red wire to the
Unlock wire.
For REVERSING POLARITY (the lock wires sees a +12 volt signal briefly as
the electric locks are locked and sees a ground signal when they are
inactive) follow the diagram below:
REQUIRED FINAL STEPS
You must have hooked up all required wires and completed Initialization (Step 11) to proceed forward.
20. Trying the Unit Out
WARNING: Be prepared to apply the brake during this testing.
A. Close the hood and fully apply the emergency brake
B. Place the vehicle in Park.
C. Push the On/Off switch once – the red LED will turn on solid Red.
D. Once all the wiring is checked and is correct, press the Start button on
the transmitter.
E. The car should start and continue to run for ten minutes. Make sure that
the engine shuts down if the car is shifted out of park, the hood is
opened, the brake is pressed or the start button is pushed again. If the
car does not start, see Special Cases or Code Learning section under
Special Cases.
21. The Antenna
Feed the antenna around under the dash and up the inside of the right or left
windshield post and over the top of the windshield. Clean the windshield
with the rubbing alcohol pad, wait to dry. Slip the rubber antenna into the
hard plastic antenna clip. Remove the backing from the double sided tape
and mount the antenna behind the rear view mirror. The more exposed the
antenna is, the better the range and performance. Now plug the end of the
antenna into the remote starter module. In some vehicles you will get
better range performance if the antenna is pointing vertically downward from the top of the windshield.
THEWIRINGSECTIONOFTHEINSTALLATIONISNOWCOMPLETE. Be
sure to cap all unused wires so as to prevent short circuits, and
mount the module securely under the dash. When tying up and
mounting the unit, be sure to avoid any moving parts (steering
column, pedals) and sharp edges.
22. Trouble Shooting with the Self Diagnostics
The remote starter contains a built in diagnostic routine that will indicate
why the unit started or why the unit turned off the car the last time that the
unit was used.
To activate the diagnostic mode for why it turned off, simply turn the On/Off
control switch to the “OFF” position, the LED will turn Green. In a few
seconds, the Green LED on the switch will flash 1 to 12 times to identify the
problem. See the chart below for an explanation of the flashes:
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1 flash10/15 minute time out. Unit should be fine. Make sure the
transmitter is working properly.
2 flashesUnit turned off because Brake or Hood was activated. Check
to make sure the hood pin switch is depressed when the hood
is closed and the correct brake wire is hooked up.
3 flashesNo Tach or Stalled. Review Step 12 and make sure the no
4 flashesReceived another remote input from the transmitter (remote
pressed before unit completed its cycle).
5 flashesTransmission was shifted into gear. Move the In-Gear switch
inside the receiver module to the OFF position (see diagram
below for location of In-Gear switch inside module case).
transmitter is pushed. This is used when the first unlock pulse disarm the
factory alarm and the second pulse is used to unlock the doors.
Option #7“Enable” FeatureNo “Enable”
This option cancels the “enable” mode safety feature. The “enable”
mode requires that the driver push the control switch “OFF” and then
“ON” again each time the driver removes the key from the ignition in
order to “enable” the vehicle for remote starter control. The switch
light will shine red when ready. This feature guards against undesired
starting of the vehicle by remote control.
You must keep this option as
"Enable" on all GM rear wheel drive and Dodge Dakota vehicles
manufactured prior to 1996.
Option #8NormalDaytime Running Lights
This option will turn the headlights on about 10 seconds after it sees the
ignition turn on and will turn the lights off when the ignition is turned off.
Programming An Option:
6 flashesLow battery voltage, or may be missing an ignition wire which
powers up the alternator
7 flashesAlarm was triggered while remotely running.
8 flashesOver current - One of the 400 mA (-) transistor outputs (Lock,
unlock, horn, lights, trunk, or Ignition #3) of the control harness is driving too much current. Make sure to use a relay
where necessary.
12 flashesThe Control Switch was turned off while the starter was run-
ning.
23. Setting Program Features:
The remote starter unit has many special features available. You will not need
to use these special features in most situations. The factory settings will
operate most vehicles.
1“No-Tach”Tach Mode
210 Min. Run Time15 Min. Run Time
3Normal CrankExtended Crank
4AlarmNo Alarm
5NormalIgnore Voltage Meter
6Single Pulse Door UnlockDouble Pulse Door Unlock
7“Enable” featureNo “Enable”
8NormalDaytime Running Lights
Option #1No-TachTach Mode
This option sets the starting method. The factory setting uses “No-Tach”
starting. If you wish to use the tach to start, follow the instructions in the
Tach Rate Learning section (step 12B).
Option #210 Min. Run Time15 Min. Run Time
This option gives you a choice of run times.
Option #3Normal CrankExtended Crank
This option will add 50% more crank time to the NoTach™ starting feature.
Option #4AlarmNo Alarm
This option will disable the alarm features. Program is option if the alarm
will not be used.
Option #5NormalIgnore Voltage Meter
This option allows the minum battery voltage to drop to 11 for remote starting. This option is helpful when dealing with a vehicle with a poor charging
system.
Option #6Single Pulse Door UnlockDouble Pulse Door Unlock
This option will unlock the door twice each time the unlock button on the
If you want the factory setting, DO NOTHING and skip this section. If you
want to change one or more of the features, then continue with the following
procedures:
1. Open the hood.
2. Turn the ignition ON (do not start the vehicle).
3. Press and HOLD the brake pedal.
4. Quickly press and release the programming button once.
5. Release the brake pedal.
6. The control LED will flash Red 1 time (signaling that you are now in the
Option Programming mode).
7. The LED color reflects the first option (Green LED is for Factory setting,
Red LED is for Optional setting). Pressing the brake pedal advances to
the next option. By continuing to push the brake pedal, the user will
advance through all of the options and then start back at Option #1
again.
8. After pushing the brake pedal, the LED flashes Red (the # of the option)
before turning Red or Green, reflecting the state of the option (Green for
factory setting, Red for Optional setting). Push the programming button
to change from the factory setting to the option setting and vice versa.
9. If no options are selected or changed after 6 seconds the unit will
automatically exit programming.
10. Push the control switch so the LED is Red, the unit is now ready.
11. Turn off the ignition.
24. Changing Ignition 2 Function
Many newer vehicles turn off the Ignition 2 wire while the starter is cranking. In these vehicles it is very important to have the remote starter copy the
starting sequence of the key exactly; otherwise the vehicle's computer may
show a fault code or not allow the vehicle to start at all. For most GM
vehicles, you do not need to change this option.
To turn the thick GREEN Ignition 2 (IGN 2) wire off during crank:
1.Unplug all wires and connections from the remote start module.
2.Open the case of the remote start receiver module.
3.Find the IGN 2 switch as shown in the diagram on the following page.
Of the 2 switches shown, The IGN 2 switch is the switch closest to the
center of the circuit board as shown in the diagram.
4.Move the IGN 2 switch to the OFF position.
5.Close the case and plug in all of the wire connectors.
The remote start module will turn OFF Ignition 2 while the starter is cranking.
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SPECIAL CASES
1) How to Use a Relay
Many of the optional steps require a relay to be hooked up. The most common
relay used for this type application is the Bosch type relay (Radio Shack Cat.#
275-226). Use the following diagram for a typical hookup. If you have another
relay then you need to know that pins 85 and 86 in this diagram relate to the coils
of the relay. Pin 30 is the ‘common’, and pin 87 is the ‘normally open’ contact.
If your relay has a pin 87A in the middle it is the normally closed contact and is
only used for lock/unlock situations. (The diagram is typical for an Ignition 3 or
trunk application).
To supply +12 voltTo supply Ground (-)
+12 V
From
Remote
Starter
(-)
87
30
85
To Vehicle's Accessory
86
+12 V
From
Remote
Starter
(-)
2) Code Learning
Your transmitter is factory coded to the remote starter module with over
16,000,000 different codes. The remote starter module can learn the codes
of up to 4 different transmitters. If you want to add additional transmitters to
the receiver or if it does not respond to your transmitter - follow the steps
below to teach the receiver the transmitter code(s):
A. Open Hood.
..
B
.Turn the ignition ON (do not start the vehicle).
..
C. Press and HOLD brake pedal.
D. Quickly push and release Programming button twice.
E. Release the brake.
F.The LED will glow solid Orange.
G. Hold down the LIGHTS button on the transmitter for a second until you
hear the horn honk (or just look for the orange LED to go out for half a
second). The module has now learned the transmitter code. Release
the transmitter button.
H. To learn additional transmitters (up to 3 more), within a few seconds,
push the LIGHTS button on another transmitter for a second or more
until you hear the horn honk (or see the orange LED go out for half a
second). Repeat for the remaining transmitters.
I.5 seconds after the last time the transmitter was learned the unit exits
the code-learning stage. (The Red LED light will turn on solid when
unit exits Code learning).
..
J
.Turn the ignition ON (do not start the vehicle).
..
Note:
Teaching the module a new transmitter code will erase all pre-
vious codes - so all transmitters must be taught. You have only 5
seconds between transmitters to begin teaching a new transmitter.
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To Ground
87
30
85
To Vehicle's Accessory
86
+12 V
3) Factory Anti-Theft Systems
Many vehicles come with an anti-theft system that must be temporarily
bypassed for the vehicle to be remotely started. Some systems use a resistor in the key. Others use a transponder - a small device in the key that
communicates a high security code to the vehicle before the vehicle will
successfully start.
Check the list of vehicles and the types of security systems on the right. If
your vehicle is listed, your vehicle has an Anti-Theft System that the remote
starter MUST temporarily bypass in order to start the vehicle.
The Universal Alarm Bypass Module, sold under part numbers #20402 or
#29402 will temporarily bypass a factory anti-theft system when using the
remote starter. Check with your local retailer/installer to purchase this
Universal Alarm Bypass Module.
Vehicle-specific anti-theft bypass and door lock modules are also available for many vehicles. Many vehicle-specific bypass modules eliminate
the need for a spare ignition key to bypass transponder anti-theft systems.
Please see your local dealer.
List of vehicles and the types of factory anti-theft systems:
Vehicle:Vehicle:
Vehicle:
Vehicle:Vehicle:
Acura 3.2TL 98+Transponder
Audi A4,A6,A8 98+Transponder
Acura CL 97+Transponder
Acura IntegraTransponder
Acura NSXTransponder
Acura RL 98+Transponder
BMW (all 97 +)Transponder
Buick LeSabre 90 - 01VATS
Buick Park Ave 91 - 96VATS
Buick Park Ave 97+Transponder
Buick Regal 93 -96VATS
Buick Rendez VousTransponder
Buick Riviera 93 -96VATS
Buick Roadmaster 93 - 96VATS
Buick Skylark 96-98Passlock
Cadillac AllanteVATS
Cadillac BroughamVATS
Cadillac Catera 97+Transponder
Cadillac DeVille 92 - 98VATS
Cadillac DeVille 99+Transponder
Cadillac Eldorado 89 - 98VATS
Cadillac Eldorado 99+Transponder
Cadillac Escalade 00+Passlock
Cadillac Fleetwood 90 - 96VATS
Cadillac Seville 90 - 98VATS
Cadillac Seville 99+Transponder
Chevrolet Astro Van 98+Passlock II
Chevrolet Avalanche 01Passlock
Chevrolet Blazer 98+Passlock II
Chevrolet Camaro 86 +VATS
Chevrolet Cavalier 96-99Passlock
Chevrolet Cavalier 2000+PasslockII
Chevrolet Corvette 88 +VATS
Chevrolet Express 97+Passlock
Chevrolet Impala 2000+Passlock II
Chevrolet Lumina 96 -99VATS
Chevrolet Malibu 97 -01Passlock II
Chevrolet Monte Carlo 96-99VATS
Chevrolet Monte Carlo 00+Passlock II
Chevrolet Pickup Full-size 98+Passlock II
Chevrolet S-10 98+Passlock II
Chevrolet Silverado HD 01PasslockII
Chevrolet SSR 01Passlock
Chevrolet Suburban 98+Passlock II
Chevrolet Tahoe 98+Passlock II
Chevrolet Trailblazer 01+PasslockII
Chevrolet Van 98+Passlock II
Chevrolet Venture 99+Transponder
Chrysler Concorde 98+Transponder
Chrysler LHS 99+Transponder
Chrysler PT Cruiser 00+Transponder
Chrysler Sebring Conv. 98+Transponder
Daewoo LeganzaTransponder
Dodge 300 M 99+Transponder
Dodge Intrepid 98+Transponder
Dodge Neon 00+Transponder
Ford Contour 97 +Transponder
Ford Crown Victoria 98+ (option) Transponder
Ford Excursion 01+Transponder
Ford Expedition 97+Transponder
Ford Explorer 98+Transponder
Ford Focus 01+Transponder
Ford Mustang 98+Transponder
Ford Pick Up (optional)Transponder
Ford Ranger 99+(optional)Transponder
Ford Sport Trac 01Transponder
Ford Taurus 96 +Transponder
Ford Windstar 2000 +Transponder
GMC Envoy 01+Passlock II
GMC Jimmy 98+Passlock II
GMC Safari 98+Passlock II
GMC Denali 99+Passlock II
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System:System:
System:
System:System:
Vehicle:Vehicle:
Vehicle:
Vehicle:Vehicle:
GMC SierraPasslock II
GMC Sonoma 98 +Passlock II
GMC Suburban 98+Passlock II
GMC Yukon 98+Passlock II
Honda Accord 98+Transponder
Honda Odyssey 98+Transponder
Honda Prelude 98+Transponder
Honda S2000Transponder
Infiniti I30 98+Transponder
Infiniti Q45 98+Transponder
Infiniti QX4Transponder
Jaguar (all 98+)Transponder
Isuzu Hombre 98+Passlock II
Jeep Grand Cherokee 99+Transponder
Jeep LibertyTransponder
Jeep TJ (Wrangler) 99+Transponder
Lexus (all 97+)Transponder
Lincoln BlackwoodTransponder
Lincoln Continental 97+Transponder
Lincoln LS 2000+Transponder
Lincoln Mark VIII 97+Transponder
Lincoln Navigator 97+Transponder
Lincoln Town Car 97+Transponder
Mazda TributeTransponder
Mercedes (all 97+)Transponder
Mercury Cougar 99+Transponder
Mercury Grand MarquisTransponder
Mercury Mountaineer 98 +Transponder
Mercury Mystique 97+Transponder
Mercury Sable 96+Transponder
Mini Cooper 02Transponder
Mitsubishi EclipseTransponder
Mitsubishi GalantTransponder
Nissan Frontier S/CTransponder
Nissan Maxima 98+Transponder
Oldsmobile Achieva 95Passlock I
Oldsmobile Achieva 96+Passlock II
Oldsmobile Alero 99+Passlock II
Oldsmobile AuroraVATS
Oldsmobile Bravada 98Passlock II
Oldsmobile Cutlass 97+Passlock II
Oldsmobile Eighty-EightVATS
Oldsmobile Intrique 98+Passlock II
Oldsmobile Ninty-EightVATS
Oldsmobile Silhoutte 99Transponder
Pontiac Aztek 01Transponder
Pontiac Bonneville 89+VATS Pontiac
Firebird 88+VATS Pontiac
Grand Am 96 - 98Passlock
Pontiac Grand Am 99+Passlock II
Pontiac Grand Prix 92 – 96VATS
Pontiac Grand Prix 97+Transponder
Pontiac Montana 99+Transponder
Pontiac Sunfire 96-99 Passlock I
Pontiac Sunfire 2000+Passlock II
Porsche (all 97+)Transponder
Saab (all 97+)Transponder
Saturn 97-99Factory Alarm
Saturn 00+Transponder
Subaru Legacy 00+Transponder
Subaru Outback 00+Transponder
Toyota Avalon 98+Transponder
Toyota Camry 98+Transponder
Toyota Highlander 01+Transponder
Toyota Land Cruiser 98+Transponder
Toyota Solara 99 +Transponder
Toyota Supra 98+Transponder
Volkswagen Beetle 98+Transponder
Volkswagen Golf 98+Transponder
Volkswagen Passat 98+Transponder
Volvo (all 98+)Transponder
We DO NOT recommend installing ANY remote starter in the following vehicles:
Audi 1998+, BMW 1998+, Jaguar 1998+, Land Rover 1998+, Mercedes 1998+, Range Rover 1998+, Volvo 1999+
As with any aftermarket installation, please research and learn as much as you can about the vehicle before y ou start the install.
All General Motors (GM) rear wheel drive vehicles built prior to 1995 with automatic transmissions and all
Dodge Dakota trucks with automatic transmissions built prior to 1996 have a MECHANICAL type of NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH. All vehicles built after 1996 use an electrical type of neutral safety switch.
Applying +12 volts to the starter wire on any vehicle vehicle using a mechanical neutr al safety switch will engage the v ehicle’s starter ,
regardless of the shifter’s position. When the shifter is in Park or Neutral, the vehicle will just start up normally. If the vehicle is
accidentally left in gear and power is applied to the start wire, such as by a remote starter, the vehicle will lurch forward or back as
it attempts to start.
To test if your GM or Dodge vehicle is using a mechanical neutral safety switch system, you will only be able to remove the
key from the ignition switch when the shifter is in the Park or Neutral position.
To prevent this problem from occurring when installing a DesignTech remote starter on a GM rear wheel drive vehicle or
Dodge Dakota built prior to 1996:
1. You must leave the Enable Feature (option #7) in the factory setting. This is a safety feature that requires the user to push the
control switch OFF (Green light) and then ON (Red light) again each time they exit the vehicle in order for the unit to be operational.
This feature will ensure that the user of the vehicle with the remote starter installed has made a conscious decision to allow the
remote starter to start the vehicle the next time the transmitter b utton is depressed.
2. You must use the relay drawing belo w to create a circuit that will prev ent the remote starter on these GM and Dodge vehicles from
starting the vehicle unless the key is completely removed from the ignition switch.
As with any aftermarket installation, please research and learn as much as you can about the vehicle before y ou start the install.
The company behind this system is Directed Electronics, Inc.
Since its inception, Directed Electronics has had one purpose, to provide consumers with
the finest vehicle security and car stereo products and accessories available. The recipient
of nearly 100 patents and Innovations Awards in the field of advanced electronic technology,
DIRECTED is ISO 9001 registered.
Quality Directed Electronics products are sold and serviced throughout North America
and around the world.
Call 800-876-0800 for more information about our products and services.
Directed Electronics is committed to delivering world class quality products
and services that excite and delight our customers.
Diagnostic Code 1 flash The unit may not have attempted to start the vehicle yet or the unit may have started and timed out.
Diagnostic Code 2 flashes The unit thinks the hood is open. Make sure the hood pin-switch is properly adjusted and installed.
Diagnostic Code 3 flashes If the unit is programmed for tach, the tach wire is not connected or the tach rate may not yet have been learned.
Diagnostic Code 4 flashes Make sure the remote input wire (usually red/white) is not touching anything. (This wire is not on all models). If you
Diagnostic Code 5 flashes This code means the unit thought the transmission was shifted into gear.
Diagnostic Code 6 flashes Code 6 is caused by the unit not seeing the battery voltage increase enough when the vehicle starts. It can also be
Diagnostic Code 7 flashes An alarm sensor was triggered, causing the vehicle to shut down. (Only applies to units that have alarm features).
Diagnostic Code 8 flashes Something in the control harness is not connected properly. One of the transistor outputs is driving too much current.
Diagnostic Code 9 flashes Applicable only to manual transmission units. Indicates the unit did not see the emergency brake.
Diagnostic Code 10/11 flashes These are not a valid codes.
Diagnostic Code 12 flashes Make sure you have an accurate code. Please see ‘What is the Diagnostic Code, and how do I get it?’ at the top of
Make sure unit has power and ground.
Make sure unit is initialized (See ‘Initializing the unit’ in the manual)
Re-program transmitter. (See ‘Code Learning’ under Special Cases in the manual).
Check Diagnostic Code as described in Trouble Shooting with Self Diagnostics in the manual.
The Self-Diagnostics built into every DesignTech brand remote start will help identify problems in both the unit and
your installation. To get an accurate diagnostic code, flip the toggle switch off and back on; the LED light (on
module) should flash once if the unit is initialized. Press the start button on your transmitter for second. Now allow
the unit to try and start your vehicle 1-3 times. (Note that the unit will attempt to start the vehicle up to 3 times unless
codes 2,5,7 or 8 are being triggered, when it will try and start the vehicle once). Allow it up to a minute to try to start
again on its own - Don’t do ANYTHING to the unit during this time, unless something goes obviously wrong. At the
end of the starting cycles, turn the toggle off and count the first series of flashes- this will be the diagnostic code.
Is the toggle switch upside down? When the switch is turned on the LED will flash once immediately.
Something might be causing the unit to reset, such as a poor connection to ground or power, or you may have a relay
wired improperly. Typically the wires in the control harness require a relay unless otherwise stated.
The transmitter may need to be programmed.
The unit thinks the brake is being depressed. Make sure the brake wire has 12 volts on it only when the brake is
depressed. There should be no voltage on the brake wire at any other time
You might be experiencing feedback if you have connected the parking or head-lights. If disconnecting the lights
wire allows the unit to start then you might power the headlights, or you can isolate the brake wire of the unit from
the vehicle with a relay.
If the unit is programmed for ‘No-Tach’ the vehicle may not have all the required ignition wires connected, or may be
equipped with a factory security system – thus causing it to stall.
Sometimes a unit may have an option programmed even though you did not specifically set that option. Try re-setting
the unit. Unplug everything from the module except the black ground wire and LED (if you have a plug-in LED).
While pressing the white button on the module, connect the power lead. The LED on the unit should turn on and stay
on. Release the white push button and the LED should remain illuminated. (If not, repeat the process being sure to
hold in the white button while connecting power.) Now remove power and wait 2 minutes. Then connect the power
without pushing any buttons. Re-Initialize the unit and it should work for you.
have a stick shift unit – this is not relevant to you.
You might be pressing the remote control again before the unit has completed its cycle(s)---See 'Diagnostics: What is
the Diagnostic code and how do I get it?’ – at the top of this page.
If installing a manual transmission unit, this code means the unit did not see the door pin-switch.
If the transmission was not shifted: Switch the “in-gear” switch inside the module to the off position. This disables
‘Transmission in Gear’ sensing, and should solve the problem.
caused if you are not bypassing the factory theft system, such as PATS, VATS, or similar, if equipped.
Double-check the ignition wiring against the vehicle-wiring guide. Your vehicle may require ignition 2, or in some
cases ignition 3, in order to allow the alternator to function – thus bringing up the voltage.
If the wiring is correct, and you are properly bypassing any security system the vehicle may be equipped with, then
connecting the unit into tach mode should solve the problem. (Your alternator may not be functioning properly).
There may be a wire connected without a required relay, or if you are using a relay, the relay may not be connected
properly.
this page. If you still get code 12, one of the toggle switch wires may have touched ground, possibly damaging the
unit. Or maybe the switch was just turned off while it was running. Or maybe a defective switch?
Initialization - What is
it?
Initialization - What if
the unit will not
initialize?
I have a GM Truck and
the “Check Engine”
light is on after remote
starting. What should I
do?
The vehicle cranks but
fails to actually start
My 3 button remote
control will lock the
doors but will not unlock
them.
My 5 button remote will
not control lock/unlock
individually.
Initialization is a process which proves to the unit that you have connected the required safety features and that the
unit has been installed in an automatic vehicle. See “Initializing the Remote Starter” in the manual.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INITIALIZE or INSTALL ANY AUTOMATIC UNIT ON ANY MANUAL
TRANSMISSION VEHICLE! Attempting to force an automatic unit to function on a manual stick-shift
vehicle could result in serious property damage or personal injury!
Is the unit already initialized? Make sure the switch is not upside down. Toggle the switch off and then
back to on. As the switch is turned on, the LED light on the unit (or that plugs into the unit) will flash
once if the unit is initialized.
One of the ignition wires may have voltage on it. Make sure all ignition wires measure a “dead” 0 volts
when the key is “off.” (It is normal to measure a small amount of voltage from the unit’s start wire.)
Check that there is 12 volts on the orange wire in the control harness only when the brake is pressed.
Check that there is continuity to ground on the purple wire in the control harness only when the hood is
open.
(A good way to test both the hood and brake at the same time is to connect a test light – the kind with a real light bulb
– with one lead to the orange wire and the other lead from the test light connected to the purple wire. If you open the
hood and press the brake, the light will illuminate if both connections are correct.)
You may have the wrong start wire. Make sure the yellow start wire from the unit is connected to a wire
in the vehicle which shows 12 volts only when the key is in the start (cranking) position. The wire should
have power at no other time.
Did you mistakenly switch the “in-gear” switch inside the module? If so, the unit will not initialize. This
switch disables transmission in-gear sensing, and should only be switched if you have been instructed by
a technician to do so or you are getting a diagnostic code of 5 flashes.
Your vehicle may not have a neutral safety switch, such as pre 95 GM rear-wheel drive vehicles or Dodge
Dakotas built prior to 1996. Try this: Open the hood and place your foot on the brake. Start the vehicle
with the key. Turn the engine off and release the brake. If all of your connections are correct the unit
should be initialized at this point.
Try bypassing the toggle switch temporarily in case a wire or connection to it is broken. Just unplug the
switch and jump across the two pins on the module that the switch plugs into with any metal object. As
you jump (short) the two pins together the LED should flash if the unit is initialized. NOTE- DO NOT
short any toggle switch wire to ground or probe the connector with a test light. Doing so may damage the
unit.
You most likely have one of the ignition wires connected wrong. Make sure you have connected:
From Unit to Vehicle_______________________________
Ign1 (Blue) PINK (hot in run and start)
Ign2 (Green) WHITE or PINK/WHITE (hot in run and start)
ACC(White) ORANGE (hot in run only)
If you have the ignition wires connected as above and still have a check engine light it is possible the unit
has been programmed to have ignition 2 “off during crank.” Please review the programming options
within the installation manual.
Please see “What is the diagnostic code and how do I get it?” Follow the steps for the diagnostic code
you receive. You are probably missing one of your second or third ignition wires. Or if it is a Nissan –
you probably have 2 starter wires which need to be shorted together.
Re-program the transmitter. Use the left button when teaching 3 button remote controls. When
programming the 5 button remote, use the start button. (Refer to the installation manual for the complete
steps on how to make the unit enter the code learning process.)
The vehicle runs – but
without the heater or airconditioner.
I have poor range.
My vehicle has Passlock
I or II and I cannot get a
resistance reading.
Can I use the
DesignTech Transmitter
with other brands of
products?
The LED on the unit
flashes constantly
The LED remains
illuminated at all times
The starter stays
engaged for 6 seconds.
How will I know if I
need a relay?
You are missing the 2nd (or 3rd) ignition wire or the accessory wire is not hooked up. Make sure the heater or airconditioner is left on when you leave the vehicle. On diesel vehicles – they may not come on for a few minutes until
after the vehicle is up and running.
The antenna coax wire may be crimped, cut or otherwise damaged. Try the antenna both vertically and horizontally
to determine the best performance. Make sure the receiver unit has a good chassis ground. Note that the higher you
hold the transmitter off the ground when pushing the button – the further distance you will get from the system.
Many meters have a known issue with measuring passlock. This is not a fault of the meter, the installer, or
the manufacturer. These issues can cause problems such as getting a consistent reading of the resistance,
or the reading may be artificially inflated. It is our belief that the mid-to-high-end meters seem to
experience more problems measuring passlock than less expensive digital meters.
One wire will have 0 volts - This is the wire you "tap" into-- we’ll call this WIRE #1 USUALLY BLACK
OR ORANGE/BLACK. One wire will have 5 volts or less- This is the wire you cut in half-- we'll call this
WIRE #2 USUALLY YELLOW. One wire will have aproximately 12 volts - This is the wire you leave
alone USUALLY WHITE OR BLACK/WHITE. With all PASSLOCK wires intact, turn the vehicle on
and bump the starter. Measure the voltage between the wire #1 and wire#2. Your meter should be set on
the 12 volt DC scale. RECORD THIS VOLTAGE. Without turning the key off - go ahead and separate
WIRE #2. Reconnect the Universal Alarm Bypass Module (Part #20402 or 29402) as described in the
installation manual with one exception - GROUND the wire that goes to the ignition 3 wire; you should
hear the bypass module click. Now measure the voltage between the ENGINE side of WIRE #2 and wire
#1. Your meter should be set on the 12 volt DC scale. Adjust the dip-switches and trim-pot on the bypass
module until the voltage being measured EXACTLY matches the recorded voltage obtained without the
module. Remove ground from the ignition 3 wire of the bypass module, turn the vehicle off and then
restart it. Look at the voltage again - and while monitoring it ground the ignition 3 wire of the bypass
again. If the module is set correctly the voltage should NOT change. Repeat again to verify - if you get
the same voltage every time then the module is set up perfectly. There is no chart to help you with this, it
is just trial and error -- but it will work regardless of the meter you are using.
NO. Due to proprietary technology DesignTech brand products will operate only with DesignTech brand
Transmitters. Likewise, a DesignTech transmitter will not operate another brand’s products.
The alarm within the unit, if equipped (as are most units with 3 or 5 button remotes) may be armed, or the
unit may be in valet mode.
Make sure the wires going to the toggle switch are not broken, and that the toggle switch is on.
Reset the unit - See “Resetting all options to the factory setting” in the instructions
It is normal for the LED to glow dimly. This indicates the unit is receiving power.
If the LED is at full brightness then one of the push-buttons may have been depressed when you applied
power, the LED may be plugged into the wrong jack, or something may be wrong within the unit.
If the unit is in tach mode – make sure the tach wire is properly connected and receiving the correct tach
rate.
If using the “No-Tach” method, make sure the unit is not programmed for tach mode, extended crank, or
super crank.
Make sure you have the correct start wire connected - the start wire in the vehicle should have 12 volts
only when the key is in the start position.
Some vehicles such as Toyotas and Nissans, experience a starter feedback problem. Try temporarily
isolating the start wire from the key switch to identify this problem - simply cut the start wire in half
between the connecting point of the units start wire and the key switch. Get Installation Note #133 from
off our web-site or Fax On Demand.
If the output is labeled as a “+12 relay output” the unit contains a relay on that output - and you will only
need to use a relay if the vehicle requires a negative output.
If the output is labeled a “400ma Transistor Ground Output”, this means the unit supplies a ground up to a
maximum of 400ma. If more than 400ma is drawn through the output, the unit may shut down or it may
be damaged. Generally speaking, if the vehicle requires a ground and the unit supplies a ground you will
not need a relay. If the vehicle requires a positive and the unit supplies a ground, you will need to use a
relay. Likewise, if the vehicle requires a ground capable of more than 400ma you would need to use a
relay. See Installation Note 111, Basic Uses of the Relay from our web site or our Fax On Demand.
Vehicle only remote
starts if I flip the toggle
switch off and back on
The car turns off when
the brake is pressed- but
This condition is perfectly normal. This is a safety feature designed to prevent unauthorized starting. If
you have forgotten to flip the switch off and back on, you can still remote start the vehicle. Just hold the
start button down for 6 to 10 seconds instead of the usual 1 second. If you do not like this safety feature, it
can be permanently bypassed by programming option 7, explained under "Setting Programming Features"
or a similar section within the installation instructions.
The remote input wire available on some units (usually a red/white) may be connected to ground. The
remote input wire should be taped up if not being used so that it does not touch ground.
as soon as I release the
brake the vehicle starts
again
The lights flash (and
maybe even the horn)
The alarm has been armed and triggered – even if you did not hook it up. If the alarm features are not
being used, you must ground the ‘alarm trigger’ wire permanently, or set option 24 if available.
when I step on the brake.
The unit tries 2 or 3
Program extended crank, or use tach mode.
times before getting the
vehicle up and running
Some General Comments:
• For Your Safety, never install an automatic unit into a manual transmission (stick-shift) vehicle! Serious
property damage or personal injury including death may occur! Instead, use one of our special manual
transmission units, which will operate safely in a manual transmission vehicle.
• When testing wires use only a digital multimeter, unless otherwise instructed. A test light (especially the
kind with a real light bulb) can severely damage electrical components in modern vehicles if used
improperly. Also, “computer safe” LED type test lights - with a red and/or green LED- are NOT airbag
safe! NEVER test ANY wire within an airbag system harness.
• Always roll down at least one window in the vehicle before beginning work. This will prevent you from being
accidentally locked out of the vehicle.
• It’s okay to have a battery charger on the battery while you are working on the vehicle, but the car starter will
not function correctly with the charger attached.
• Specific vehicle information is available directly from www.designtech-intl.com
colors in the wiring guide "matching up" then you may be in the wrong harness. You can make sure you are in
the correct harness by unplugging the wires. For example: With the ignition switch, if you unplug it and then
the vehicle no longer cranks, the blower and radio do not work, and the vehicle is for all purposes "dead" with
the key- then you have found the “ignition switch harness.” (Otherwise, you will need to continue searching...)
The same technique can be used for the brake, lights, horn, etc. Once you are sure you are in the correct
harness, if the wire colors still fail to match up then you will have to test the wires using a digital multimeter. It
is always best to verify any wire before connecting to it.
• Most of the common questions that people ask are actually answered within the installation manual. Make sure
you have thoroughly reviewed it before calling for technical support. We recommend going through the
installation manual with two different colored markers. Read through each step and check it off after you have
read it. Use the second marker to make a check when you have completed the step in the vehicle. This will help
to make sure you have completed all steps, and that you have not missed any features the unit offers.
Expedition1997-02 RED/BLUEDBLUE/GRNGRAY/YELRED/BLACKBLK/LGRN(+)L GREEN (+)WHITE/PINKD.GREEN/PURPLE (-)BROWN (+)D BLUE (-)Equipped with Transponder
Explorer1991-01 RED/BLUELGRN/PURPGRAY/YEL2ND GRY/YELBLK/LGRN(+)L GREEN (+)TAN/YELLOWD GREEN/PURPLE (-)WHITE/BLACK (+)BLACK (-)Equipped with Transponder from 1998+
Explorer2002 REDRED/GRNN/AN/A - TransponderGRN/LTGRNL GREEN (+)BLU/GRND GREEN/PURPLE (-)BROWN (+)YEL/GREENEquipped with Transponder from 1998+
F-150 / F-2501994-02 RED/BLUEDBLUE/GRNBLACK/RED2ND GRY/YELBLK/LGRN(+)L GREEN (+)RED/GREENGREEN/VIOLETBROWN (+)YEL/LGREEN (-)
Mustang1998-02 WHT/PINKRED/GREENRED/BLACKGRAY/YELBLK/GRNRED/LT-GREENORANGE/WHTN/ABROWN +PPL/ORNG (-)equipped with transponder/use relay for ing 3
Mustang1994-98 WHT/PINKTAN/WHTGRY/YELGRAY/YELBLK/GRNGREEN OR RED/GRN TAN/YELLOWDK-GREEN/PPLBROWN (+)YEL/LT-GRN96 & UP MAY equipped WITH TRANSPONDER KEY.
Excursion2001-02 RED/BLUERED/BLACKRED/BLACK2ND GRY/YELRED/BLACKBLK/LGRN(+)WHITE/PINKD.GREEN/PURPLE (-)BROWN (+)YEL/L GREEN (-) Equipped with Transponder
Crown Victoria>1994 WHT/PINKRED/GREENBRW/PINKGRAY/YELBLK/GRNLT-GREENTAN/YELLOWN/ABROWN (+)YEL/GREEN (-) Equipped with 2 GRAY/YEL external relay is required
Econoline1992-01 WHITE/PINK RED/L GRNGRAY/YEL2ND GRY/YELBLK/LGRN(+)L GREEN (+)TAN/YELLOWD.GREEN/PURPLE (-)BROWN (+)YEL/L GREEN (-)
Escape2001-02 TAN/LT.BLU LGRN/PURPN/A
Crown Victoria1995-02 WHT/PINKBRW/PINKPINK/BLKGRAY/YELBLK/GRNLT-GREENTAN/LT-GREENMay equipped with transp BROWN (+)YEL/GREEN (-) Equipped with 2 GRAY/YEL external relay is required
Stratus1995-99 YELLOWBLUEBLK/ORGN/A BLK / WHTWHITE / TAN(+)BLK / GRAY*LT-GREEN / ORANGE(+) BLACK / YELLOW (+)BLK / RED (-)*back of fuse junction block 270 Omhs resistance …
Viper1995-02 YELLOWBLUEN/A TRANS-99+BLK / ORGWHITEGRAY / BLUN/A BLUE OR TAN (+)BLK / RED (-)..for disarrm needed
FORD
Ram Pick-up2002 YELLOWBLUERED
Ram Van Wagon1998-02 YEL / BRNBLUEBLACK/ORGN/ABLACK/WHITEWHITE / TANGRAY**BLACK / ORNG (-)BLACK / YELLOW (+)BLK / RED (-)**12 pin blk conn-driver kick pan. (1998=Yel/Brwn)
Ram Van Wagon1992-98 YELLOWBLUEBLACK/ORGN/ABLACK/WHITEWHITE / TANGRAYN/ABLACK / YELLOW (+)BLK / RED (-)
Shadow1991-94 YELLOWBLUEN/A N/A BLK / ORGWHITEBLK / GRAYN/A BLACK / YELLOW (+)BLK / RED (-)
Spirit1989-94 YELLOWBLUEN/A N/A BLK / ORGWHITEBLK / GRAYN/A BLACK / YELLOW (+)BLK / RED (-)
BLK/ORG OR BLK BLK/YELN-ABLUE / REDGREEN / WHTBLACK(-)N-AGREENGRN / RED(-)
Denali1999-02 YELLOWPINKWHITE N/AORANGEWHITE (+)WHITE/VIOLETWHITEBROWN (+)BLACK (-)1998 + Equipped with PASSLOCK II
Envoy Series1999-02 YELLOWPINKWHITE N/AORANGEWHITE (+)WHITEN/ABROWN (+)BLACK (-)1998 + Equipped with PASSLOCK II
G Serie Van1985-95 YELLOWPINKWHITE 95+N/AORANGEWHITE (+)WHITEN/ABROWN (+)BLACK (-)
Windstar1996-98 RED/BLUERED/LT.GRNBLK/LGRN2ND GRY/YELBLACK/PINKRED/GREEN (+)WHITE/PINKD GREEN/PURPLE (-)WHITE/BLACK (+)YEL/LT. BLUE (-)
Ranger1995-02 RED/BLUELGRN/PURPGRAY/YEL2ND GRY/YELBLK/LGRN(+)L GREEN (+)TAN/YELLOWD GREEN/PURPLE (-)BROWN (+)YEL/LGREEN (-)Equipped with Transponder
Taurus1996-02 RED/BLUERED/GREENGRAY/YELRED/BLKBLK/GRNRED/LT-GREENTAN/YELLOWPINK/WHITEBROWN (+)Ppl or Grn/Orang96 & UP MAY equipped WITH TRANSPONDER KEY.
Taurus1992-95 WHT/PINKRED/GREENGRAY/YELGRAY/YELBLK/GRNRED/LT-GREENTAN/YELLOWN/ABROWN (+)YEL/LT-GRN Equipped with 2 or 3 GRAY/YEL external relay is required
Villager1993-94 REDWHITE/REDBROWNN/AWHITE/GRNYEL/BLACK (+)BLUEN/APINK BLK OR YEL
Mountaineer1997-01 RED/L BLUE LGRN/PURPGRAY/YEL2GRAY/YELBLACK/LGRNL GREEN (+)TAN/YELLOWD GREEN/PURPLE (-)WHITE/BLACK (+)BLACK (-)Equipped with Transponder
Mountaineer2002 REDRED/GREENN/AN/AGREEN/L.GRNL.GREENBLUE/GREENGREEN/PURPLEBROWN (+)YELLOW/GRNEquipped with Transponder
Grand Marquis1989-02 WHITE/PINK BROWN/PINKPINK/BLACK2GRAY/YELBLK/L.GRNLT GREEN (+)TAN/YELLOWN/ABROWN (+)YEL/L.GREENLate model equipped with Transponder.
LS2000-02 GRAY/BLKGREEN/BLKYELLOWPINK/YELPINK/WHTORANGE/YEL(+)GRAY/ORANGE (-)BLUE/BLACK (+)Equipped with Transponder
Mark VIII1997-99 RED/BLACK WHT/YELBLACK/YELD GRN/YELBRN/ORGLT. GREENDK GRN/YELDK. GREEN/PURPLE (-)WHITE/BLACK (+)Late model equipped with Transponder
Navigator1997-02 RED/LBLUE D BLUE/GRNGRAY/YELRED/BLACKBLACK/LGRNL GREEN (+)WHITE/PINKD GREEN/PURPLE (-)BROWN (+)D BLUE (-)Equipped with Transponder
Towncar 1998-02 RED/LTBLU WHITE/YELGRAY/YELPINK/BLKBLK/LT.GRNLT. GREENWHITE/REDN/ABROWNDK. BLUE (-)
Towncar 1992-97 WHT/PINKBRWN/PINKPINK/BLACKBLK/GREENRED/GREENLT-GREENTAN/YELLOWDK. GREEN/PURPLE (-) BROWNDK. BLUE (-)Has a second acc wire Black/lt-Green
626/2000-02 GREENBLACK/WHTBLACK/REDN/ABLUEWHITE/GREEN (+)REDRED/WHITEGREEN/REDEquipped with Transponder
Mazda
LS 4001996-00 BLACK/RED BLACK/ORGBLACKSee NoteWHITE/GRNGREENYEL/WHITEGREEN (-)GREEN (+)GREEN (-)1998 + May have Transponder
LS 4001990-95 REDBLACK/ORGBLACK/YELN/APINK/BLUEGREEN/WHITE (+)BLACKGREEN (-)GREEN/ORANGE (+)GREEN/RED (-)
LS 4302001-02 BLACK/WH BLACKRED/WHITEN/AWHITE/GREENGREEN/ORANGEBLACK/YELLOWW/ UNLLOCKRED/YELLOW (-)Equipped with Transponder
LX4501996-97 BLACK/WHT BLACK/REDBLACK/YELN/ABLUE/REDGREEN/WHITE (+)BLACKL GREEN (-)GREEN (+)GREEN/RED (-)
SC4001992-01 BLACK/WHT BLACK/ORGBLACK/YELSee NoteREDGREEN/WHITE (+)BLACKGREEN (-)GREEN (+)GREEN/RED (-)1998 + May have Transponder
Continental1998-02 RED/LT.BLU BRWN/PINKGRAY/YELGRAY/YELBLK/LT.GRNLT. GREENLT.GRN/WHITEDK. GREEN/PURPLE (-)ORANGE/BLACK (+)DK. BLUE (-)Some are equipped with Transponder
Lincoln
ES 3001997-98 BLACK/WHT BLACK/ORGBLACK/YELN/APINK/BLUEGREEN/WHITE (+)BLACKRED/BLUE (-)GREEN (+)GRN/BLACK (-)Equipped with Transponder
ES 3001992-96 BLACK/WHT BLACK/ORGBLACK/YELN/APINK/BLUEGREEN/WHITE (+)BLACKYELLOW/BLUEGREEN (+)GRN/BLACK (-)
GS3001998-02 BLACKBLACK/YELLOW BLACK/WHITESee NoteBLUE/YELLOWGREEN/WHITEBLACK/YELLOWGREEN`GRN/BLACK (-)May have Transponder
GS3001993-97 BLK/BLUEBLACK/ORGBLACK/YELN/AYELLOWGREEN/RED (+)BLACKRED/BLACK (-)GREEN/RED (+)GRN/WHITE (-)1998 + Equipped with Transponder
Grand Cherokee1999-02 YELLOWD BLUEBLACK/ORGN/ABLK/WHTWHITE/TAN (+)n/aBLACK (-) in driver doorBLACK/YELLOW (+)BLACK/REDSEE SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARKING LIGHT
Grand Cherokee1996-98 YELLOWBLUE/GRAYBLACK/ORGN/ARED/BLACKWHITE/TAN (+)GRAY/WHITEVIOLET/YELLOW (-)D BLUE/RED (+)GRAY/ORG