Nutek ATRKC User Manual
1-Way / 2-Way Remote Start and Vehicle Security System
1-Way / Sistema de seguridad del vehículo y encendido remoto de 2 vías
1-Way / Système bidirectionnel de démarrage à distance et de sécurité
pour véhicule
Owner’s Manual
Manual del usuario
Guide de l’utilisateur
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Contents
Using the Remote Control Start Function ...............................................................3
Starting Your Vehicle (1-Way Transmitter):..................................................................... 3
Stopping Your Vehicle (1-Way Transmitter): .................................................................. 3
Starting Your Vehicle (2-Way Transmitter):..................................................................... 4
Stopping Your Vehicle (2-Way Transmitter): .................................................................. 4
Entering the Vehicle While it is Running via Remote Start: .....................................5
Progressive Car Find/Panic Mode: ....................................................................................5
Safety Features ..................................................................................................................5
Power Window / Moon Roof Disable ............................................................................... 5
Automatic Door Locking ...................................................................................................... 5
System Maintenance .......................................................................................................6
Changing the Remote Control Battery: .......................................................................... 6
Adding Remote Controls to Your System: ...................................................................... 6
Deleting Lost or Stolen Remote Control Transmitters from
Your System: .............................................................................................................................6
User Selectable Options .................................................................................................7
Optional Activation Methods ............................................................................................. 7
Arming the System................................................................................................................. 8
Disarming the Security System .......................................................................................... 8
Security System Operation .................................................................................................. 9
Trip I.D. Function ..................................................................................................................... 9
Shock Sensor Disable ..........................................................................................................10
Additional User Notes .................................................................................................. 10
Extending Run Time .............................................................................................................10
2-Way Remote Start Transmitter Communication ....................................................10
Warranty ........................................................................................................................... 11
Notice:
Do not remote start vehicle in an enclosed environment (i.e. closed garage). Prolonged
operation of a motor vehicle in an enclosed environment can cause a harmful build-up of
Carbon Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is harmful to your health. Exposure to high levels of
carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness or in extreme cases unconsciousness
and/or death.
Warning:
Changes or modi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for comliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment and void warranty.
Congratulations on your purchase of a Ford Motor Company Remote Start System. This
technology represents the latest in automotive convenience and protection systems. Your
system, purchased today, is ready to accept tomorrow’s advancements in technology.
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Using the Remote Control Start Function
1-Way Transmitter
Press and hold** for more
than two seconds to activate
the Remote Start
Press and hold** for more
than two seconds to shut
down the Remote Start
Starting Your Vehicle:
The remote control start function is activated by pressing and holding* the button on
the 1-way remote control transmitter for more than 2 seconds. The system will check the
vehicle to ensure that it is safe to start, and if all safety parameters are correct, the engine
will start within 5 seconds (diesel engines may take longer, to allow the glowplugs su cient
time in all conditions to heat up).
Note: See the vehicle owner’s manual for further details on default (10 minute) and optional
(5 / 15 minute) run time settings.
Stopping Your Vehicle:
Press and hold** the button for more than 2 seconds to turn o the vehicle.
QUICKSTART
* May be activated by a “Double Press”, refer to “User Selectable Options” in this manual.
** “Press & Hold” or “Pressing and Holding” refers to pushing the transmitter button for
more than two seconds.
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Using the 2-Way Remote Control Start Function
2-Way Transmitter
QUICKSTART
Press two times to
activate Remote Start
Press and hold** for more
than two seconds to manually
shut down the Remote Start
Press to
initiate Car Find.
Press and hold
to initiate Panic
(if equipped).
Note: For general operation guidelines of your remote start system please refer to the Remote Start section of your
vehicle’s owners manual.
Starting Your Vehicle:
The remote control start function is activated by pressing the button two times within
3 seconds on the 2-way remote control transmitter. If you are within the operating range of
the system, your transmitter will respond with one single beep and one ash of the green
LED behind the button. This response indicates that the signal to start was received by
the system. Once the vehicle starts (1-3 seconds later), your 2-way transmitter will respond
with 2 beeps and 2 ashes of the green LED. During the 10 minute (default) or 5/15 minute
(optional) run time cycle (See the vehicle owner’s manual for further details), the green LED
will continue to ash every 3 seconds indicating the vehicle is still running on remote start.
Stopping Your Vehicle:
Press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds to turn o the vehicle.When
the remote start is shut down by any means (run time has expired, by remote control, gear
shifter actuated, hood opened), and you are within the operating range of the system, your
2-way transmitter will respond with 3 beeps and 3 ashes of the LED, indicating the remote
start system has turned o .
Transmitter Indicators
1 Beep/LED Flash
2 Beeps/LED Flashes
Steady LED Flash
3 Beeps/LED Flashes
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Vehicle has received an Initiate Start Command.
Vehicle has started.
Vehicle is running.
Vehicle has shut down, either by pressing and holding the button or completing
the run cycle (Transmitter must be in range of the vehicle).
or
Safety input activated:
- Brake pedal pressed, hood opened or gear selector moved while
running in remote start mode.
- Key in the ignition while trying to activate the remote start.
or
Transmitter is out of range of the vehicle while trying to remote start or
the vehicle did not receive the command to remote start.
Remote Start Status
Using the Remote Control Start Function (Con’t) & Safety Features
Remote Start Safety Features:
For safety and security reasons, the system will shut down the engine during remote start
operation if any of the following occur:
• The hood is opened
• Gear selector is moved***
As a safety precaution, the vehicle will shut o if left unattended for 10 minutes (runtime
can optionally be set to 5 or 15 minutes if desired). Refer to Message Center in the
Instrument Cluster chapter of your vehicle’s owner manual for further details.
Entering the Vehicle While it is Running via Remote Start:
1. Enter the vehicle with the Integrated Keyhead transmitter (if equipped) or the
Intelligent Access Key (if equipped).
2. (Integrated keyhead transmitter vehicle’s) Insert the key into the ignition and
turn to the ON position.
(Intelligent Access Key vehicle’s) Press the brake pedal and push the START
button.
3. Once a programmed vehicle key has been recognized, the remote starter will
disengage, the 2-way transmitter (if equipped) will beep 3 times, and the
vehicle will operate normally.
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle:
Before exiting the vehicle, set the temperature controls to the desired setting and operation.
After the system starts the vehicle, the heater or air-conditioning will activate and heat
or cool the interior to your setting. Most vehicles will automatically heat/cool the vehicle
without presetting the HVAC controls (See the vehicle owner’s manual for further details).
Progressive Car Find/Panic Mode (if equipped):
Press the button to activate the Progressive Car Find feature. The horn will
honk and parking lights will ash 5 times to assist you in nding your vehicle. Press and
hold the button to activate the Panic feature. The horn will sound and the parking
lights will ash for 30 seconds or until you press the button again.
Safety Features
Power Window / Moonroof Disable (if equipped)
On certain model vehicles, each time the remote control start feature is activated, all power
windows and the moonroof will be disabled while the vehicle is running via remote start.
The windows and moonroof will resume normal operation after the remote start is shut
down, or the vehicle is being used with the vehicle key fob.
Automatic Door Locking
Each time the remote control start feature is activated, the power door locks may be
activated prior to the vehicle starting. The doors can be unlocked at any time via the vehicle
key fob.
*** On most vehicle’s.
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System Maintenance
Changing the Remote Control Battery:
The (CR-2032) 3-volt lithium battery supplied in your remote control should last
approximately one year, depending on usage. When the battery begins to weaken, you
will notice a decrease in range, or the distance from your vehicle that your 2-way remote
transmitter will operate (if equipped). Follow the instructions below to change the remote
transmitter battery.
1. Gently pry apart the top and bottom halves of the transmitter case using your nger
nail.
2. Remove the old battery and replace with a new one. Be sure to observe the (+) sign on
the battery clip.
3. Carefully snap the case halves back together, then test the remote control.
It is not necessary to re-program the remote control after changing the battery.
Adding Remote Controls to Your System:
The system has the ability to operate from up to eight (8) remote controls. Follow these
instructions to add a remote control to your system.
1. Open the driver’s door and enter the vehicle (shifter in park).
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Turn the vehicle ignition to the ON position and then to the OFF position 6 times,
ending in the ON position (On, O , On, O , On, O , On, O , On, O , On, O , On).
The horn will chirp three (3) times. This indicates that the unit has entered the remote
control programming mode.
4. Release the brake pedal.
5. Press the button on the remote control to be programmed.
The horn will sound once, indicating that the system has “learned” that remote control.
6. Repeat step 5 for any additional remote controls.
7. Turn the vehicle ignition o to exit the programming mode. Test all remote controls to
ensure that they work properly.
Deleting Lost or Stolen Remote Control Transmitters from Your System:
Lost or stolen remote control transmitters can be easily deleted by reprogramming all
eight transmitter code locations. Follow the steps above and program any combination of
transmitters a total of eight times.
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User Selectable Options
Optional Activation Method (1-Way Transmitter)
The Remote Start System comes pre-programmed to start the vehicle by pressing and
holding** the button on the 1-way transmitter for more than 2 seconds. The Remote
Start System may be programmed to activate by pressing the button on the 1-way
transmitter 2 times.
1. Open the driver’s door and enter the vehicle, close driver’s door.
2. Ensure vehicle is in Park and the brake pedal is not depressed.
3. Turn the vehicle ignition to the ON position.
4. Press the button on the 1-way transmitter 3 times within 5 seconds.
The horn will chirp 2 times, indicating that the remote start system will now start with a
“Double Press”.
5. Turn the vehicle ignition to the OFF position to exit the programming mode.
6. Repeat steps 1 - 5 to return the vehicle to the factory setting.
• 1 chirp = Press and Hold to start
• 2 chirps = Double Press to start
Optional Activation Method (2-Way Transmitter)
The Remote Start System comes pre-programmed to start the vehicle when the button
on the 2-way transmitter is pressed 2 times. The Remote Start System may be programmed
to activate by pressing and holding** the button on the 2-way transmitter for more than
2 seconds by following these instructions.
1. Open the driver’s door and enter the vehicle, close driver’s door.
2. Ensure vehicle is in Park and the brake pedal is not depressed.
3. Turn the vehicle ignition to the ON position.
4. Press the button on the transmitter 3 times within 5 seconds.
The horn will chirp 1 time, indicating that the remote start system will now start with a
“Press and Hold”.
5. Turn the vehicle ignition to the OFF position to exit the programming mode.
6. Repeat steps 1 - 5 to return the vehicle to the factory setting.
• 1 chirp = Press and Hold to start
• 2 chirps = Double Press to start
** “Pressing and Holding” or “Press & Hold” refers to pushing the transmitter button for more
than 2 seconds.
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User Selectable Options; continued
Arming the Security System (if equipped)
The 2-Way Remote Start and Vehicle Security System may be armed using any of the 3
methods listed below.
1. By pressing the (Lock Button) on the factory transmitter.
2. By entering in the “Lock” code into the keypad located on the outside of the driver’s
door.
3. By pressing the (Remote Start Button) on the 2-Way Remote Start transmitter 2 times.
Note: This method will remote start your vehicle and disable the security
system shock sensor during the remote start run cycle.
The parking lights will ash and the security LED will illuminate for 20 seconds, indicating
that the system is in a “pre-arm” mode. After the 20 seconds of “pre-arm” mode has expired,
the security system will arm, the security LED will begin to “blink” and all closed entry
points, including the hood (if closed) will be protected.
If an entry point or the hood is left open, the security system will continue to ignore that
entry point until it is closed.
Disarming the Security System (if equipped)
The 2-Way Remote Start and Vehicle Security System will be disarmed if any of the following
actions are taken.
1. Pressing the (Unlock Button) on the factory transmitter.
2. Entering in the “Unlock” code into the keypad located on the outside of the driver’s
door.
3. Opening the Trunk / Liftgate / Liftglass using the factory transmitter.
4. Turning the ignition “On”.
*Must have a valid key read if equipped.
If there were no vehicle intrusion attempts while the security system was armed, the
security LED will turn o when the security system is disarmed. If any vehicle intrusion
attempts were made while the security system was armed, the security LED will blink rapidly
and the horn will chirp 4 times when deactivating the security system. The security LED will
continue to blink until the ignition has been turned to the “ON” position.
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User Selectable Options; continued
Security System Operation (if equipped)
If the security system has been triggered, either by the shock sensor, door opened, hood
opened, trunk / liftgate / liftgate glass opened, ignition turned on or the OE permitter sensor
being activated (Horn is honking and lights are ashing), it may be turned o using any of
the following methods during the alarm cycle or by waiting for the 30 second alarm cycle to
expire.
1. Pressing the (Unlock Button) or the (Panic Button) on the factory transmitter.
2. Entering in the “Unlock” code into the keypad located on the outside of the driver’s
door.
3. Pressing the (Panic/Car Find Button) on the 2-way remote start transmitter.
4. Turning the ignition “On”.
*Must have a valid key read if equipped.
If the security system was turned o using a method listed above, or allowed to complete
the 30 second alarm cycle, the horn will stop sounding, the parking lights will stop ashing
and the security LED will blink rapidly. The security LED will continue to blink rapidly until
the vehicle ignition has been turned to the “on” position.
Trip I.D. Function
The Trip I.D. function allows the user to identify which part of the security system was
triggered, by honking the horn a speci c number of times.
To access the Trip I.D. memory*, press the programming button** 1 time after entering the
vehicle. The vehicle horn will sound, indicating which input was triggered. Refer to the
chart below.
Horn Honks
1 Honk
2 Honks
3 Honks Hood
4 Honks
5 Honks
6 Honks
* The Trip I.D. memory will be cleared once the ignition has been turned to the “on” position or system
is re-armed.
Input Triggered
Shock Sensor
Door
Trunk Lid / Liftgate / Liftgate Glass
Ignition
OE Triggered Perimeter
**Programming Button
Mounting location of
programming button varies
by vehicle.
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User Selectable Options; continued
Shock Sensor Disable (if equipped)
The security system has the ability to ignore the shock sensor while armed. This feature
is useful for events that may shake or jar your vehicle, but pose no threat, such as a loud
thunder storm or heavy construction tra c passing near your parked vehicle. This feature
may be activated using the procedure listed below.
To Disable the Shock Sensor:
1. Open the driver’s door and ignition o .
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Press lock on the vehicle key within 5 seconds.
4. Close the door.
The parking lights will ash and the security LED will illuminate for 20 seconds, indicating
that the system is in a “pre-arm” mode. After the 20 seconds of “pre-arm” mode has expired,
the security system will arm all closed entry points, including the hood (if closed). If an
entry point or the hood is left open, the security system will continue to ignore that entry
point until it is closed.
Note: The shock sensor will only be disabled for (1) arming cycle. Once the
vehicle has been disarmed, the “disable procedure” must be performed
again if that feature is required by the user.
Additional User Notes
Extending Run Time
During the Remote Start cycle, the run time of the Remote Start and Vehicle Security System
(if equipped) can be extended (1) time for an additional 5/10/15 minutes by pressing
the button on the Remote Start transmitter or the vehicle key’s Remote Start button (if
equipped) (1) time.
Note: If the remote start system was initially activated using the 2-way remote
start transmitter, but the run time was extended by using the vehicle’s key,
the 2-way remote start transmitter will stop ashing and beep 3 times at the
end of rst 5/10/15 minute run cycle, however the vehicle will continue to run
for the additional 5/10/15 minute run cycle.
2-Way Remote Start Transmitter Communication
If the vehicle was started using the vehicle key, the 2-way remote start transmitter will not
provide feedback information unless the remote start run time has been extended using the
2-way transmitter or the vehicle has been shut down using the 2-way transmitter.
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FORD VEHICLE 2-WAY REMOTE START SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY
Ford Motor company will repair or replace any properly installed Ford Vehicle Security/Remote Start/Keyless Entry System
found defective in factory-supplied material or workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damage by the defective accessory. The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides the greater bene t:
¤ 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) from your system purchase date/mileage (whichever occurs rst)
¤ the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty
This means that a Ford Vehicle 2-Way Remote Start System purchased along with your new vehicle are covered for up to
the length of the Ford or Lincoln Mercury new vehicle limited warranty.
To receive warranty service, Purchaser must ful ll the following requirements:
1) Return the vehicle to the original selling dealer’s place of business during regular business hours for warranty service.
2) Present the Dealer with the Purchaser’s copy of the original invoice showing date of purchase and installation if
applicable. If the Purchaser is traveling or has moved to a di erent location, any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer
will ful ll this warranty.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PARTS THAT ARE DAMAGED BY MISUSE, NEGLECT, ALTERATION, ABUSE, ACCIDENT, FIRE,
FLOOD, LIGHTNING, IT DOES NOT COVER PARTS THAT HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY SERVICED OR USED IN APPLICATIONS FOR
WHICH THEY WERE NOT DESIGNED OR APPROVED BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY; IT DOES NOT COVER FAILURES CAUSED BY
NON-FORD PARTS.
This warranty gives you speci c legal rights and you may also have other rights that may vary from state to state or
province to province. Ford Motor Company does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability
in connection with the Ford Vehicle Security/Keyless Entry Systems. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WRITTEN WARRANTY. NEITHER FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOR THE SELLING DEALER SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS
OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states or provinces do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Vehicle Serial Number ___________________________________________
Owner Name _______________________________________________________________________________________
Street Address ____________________________________________________________________________
City _____________________________________________________ State / Province __________________________
Country _______________________ Zip / Postal Code _________________
Year _________ Make _________________ Model ______________________
Mileage at Installation ____________________
Ford Security System Purchased ________________________________________________________________________
BASIC COVERAGE
CUSTOMER REQUIREMENTS
EXCLUSIONS
FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including any interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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