REMOTE CONTROL ENGINE STARTER USER MANUAL Model 502 For all automatic transmission gas- and diesel-powered vehicles (FRANÇAIS AU VERSO) CONSULT SAFETY PRECAUTION SECTION BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. NEVER INSTALL THIS PRODUCT ON A MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLE. SOME FEATURES MAY REQUIRE ADDITIONAL MATERIAL (NOT INCLUDED). PATENT NOS CAN 1.130.426 USA 4.345.554 - 5.614.883 - 5.617.819 - 5.673.
502 GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS This device complies with the requirements of Industry Canada (IC) - Management of Radiofrequencies, as specified in document CNR-210. Its use is authorized only on a no-interference, no-protection basis; in other words, this device must not be used if it is determined that it causes harmful interference to services authorized by IC.
502 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the AstroStart Remote Starter. Your Remote Starter is the result of intensive research by a company specializing in the design of high-quality electronic automotive products. It is designed to provide many years of reliable, trouble-free service. Its advanced microchip circuitry incorporates billions of possible access codes, which makes it virtually impossible to interfere with another remote control vehicle.
502 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using this product, carefully read the following safety precautions. • Immediately report any malfunction to the AstroStart dealer that performed installation. • Under no circumstance can this product or its use be modified. • Always turn off main switch when vehicle is parked in an enclosed, unventilated area or is in for servicing. • Always turn off main switch when not using your Remote Starter for extended periods of time. • Keep remote controls away from children.
02 THE REMOTE CONTROL Your remote control works off a small, long-life 12-volt alkaline battery (GP-23A). The range of your remote control can be affected by a weak battery, interference from nearby metal structures, hydro poles, or crowded parking lots. With its electronic CODE LEARNING feature, up to three additional remote controls can be programmed for your vehicle. We strongly recommend that you keep a replacement battery in your glove compartment.
502 TABLE OF COMMANDS COMMANDS BUTTONS SELECTED OPTION ⇒ Option 1 Option 2 CONFIRMATION Option 3 LIGHTS STOP 1 START / CONTINUOUS MODE 1 ACTIVATE / DEACTIVATE SENTINEL MODE 4/2/3♦ TRUNK 3 START / STOP 1 LOCK / UNLOCK 1/2♥ ♦. 4 = ACTIVATED / 2 = DEACTIVATED / 3 = SYSTEM NOT READY. ♥. 1 = LOCKING / 2 = UNLOCKING Note : Make sure that the remote control is covered with the appropriate keypad, i.e.
502 START COMMANDS START /STOP (Options 2 & 3) The Start-Stop command is in fact the reason for being of your remote starter. It allows you to start or stop your vehicle without stepping outdoors. • Press the button once. UPON STARTING The parking lights will flash once to confirm the reception of the command, then will stay ON as long as the engine will be running under remote control. UPON STOPPING The engine and parking lights will turn off.
502 TRIGGER INPUT Your remote starter is equipped with a negative trigger (pulse) input. This input can be connected to another remote control device or to an AstroStart timer output (optional). If this input is connected, consult this device's manual or ask your technician which command controls the start/stop function. The start/stop commands received on this input are ignored while the engine is running on a remote start.
502 LOW TEMPERATURE MODE In Low Temperature (Sentinel) mode, system starts Threshold temperature is set for your engine automatically when temperature falls -5 °C ( 23 °F) -20 °C ( -7 °F) below a preset level (programmable during -15 °C ( 5 °F) -30 °C ( -22 °F) installation), see table. Engine will run for programmed runtime (see “Engine runtime”), after which system will wait 2½ hours and then start engine again if temperature is still below preset level.
502 TRUNK RELEASE (Option 3 only) and buttons simultaneously (lights: 3). Trunk is released and parking lights flash three Press the times to confirm command has been received. The trunk cannot be released if ignition key is in “ON” position. In this case, parking lights flash once to confirm that command has been received but trunk could not be released. If you are not sure you have received confirmation, repeat command. System will repeat confirmation as often as you wish.
502 SAFETY CHECKS In order to maintain a high safety standard, proceed with the following checks every month. HOOD SWITCH • Remote start your vehicle. • Open hood. Engine should stop as soon as hood is opened. If engine does not stop immediately, turn main switch to OFF position and leave it off until situation is rectified. Contact your service center. GEARSHIFT CHECK If key must be in ignition for gearshift to be moved out of P, your vehicle is safe as long as keys are kept away from children.
502 LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ASTROSTART remote starters Astroflex Inc.