551T Series Owner's Guide
Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty For a period of one calendar year from the date of purchase of this auto-security device, Directed Electronics, Inc.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND EACH ENTITY PARTICIPATING IN THE STREAM OF COMMERCE THEREWITH. THIS EXCLUSION INCLUDES BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE EXCLUSION OF ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR ANY AND ALL WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF PATENTS, IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND/OR ABROAD.
Table of Contents Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i What Is Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Your Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What is Included ■ The control module ■ A push-button programming switch ■ Your warranty card ■ A shut-down toggle switch Important Information Congratulations on the purchase of your remote start system. This system has been designed to provide years of trouble-free operation. By carefully reading this owner's guide prior to using your system, you will maximize the use of this system and its features.
Caution This product is designed for fuel injected, automatic transmission vehicles only. Use of this product in a standard transmission vehicle is dangerous and contrary the product's intended use. Using Your System Warning! Safety First The following safety warnings must be observed at all times: ■ Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized DEI dealer.
VEHICLE. ALL DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE STORAGE AREA MUST AT ALL TIMES REMAIN CLOSED. These precautions are the sole responsibility of the user. ■ Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage, personal injury, or death. (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the keys in the ignition.
OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN AUTHORIZED DEI DEALER TO REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE START MODULE. DEI WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS. Remote Start This system allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for a programmable period of time.
When you are ready to drive the vehicle: 1. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the ON (not the START) position. 2. Press the brake pedal. NOTE: If the brake pedal is pressed before the key is in the ON position, the engine will shut down. While the vehicle is running during remote start operation, the system will monitor the vehicle and will automatically shut down the engine if the system receives any of the following shut-down inputs: ■ The brake pedal is pressed. ■ The hood is opened.
To enter Timer Mode: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press and hold the auxiliary channel button controlling remote start. 3. Turn the ignition off while holding the auxiliary channel button. The parking lights will flash four times and the engine will then start to confirm that Timer Mode has been entered. The engine may be allowed to run for its preset time or can be shut down by pressing the auxiliary channel again. Either way, it will restart every three hours for a total of six cycles.
To perform Valet Take-Over: 1. Before turning off the engine, press and release the auxiliary channel on your transmitter (or press and release the optional Momentary switch). 2. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. (The engine will stay running.) 3. The engine will run until the pre-programmed time elapses or a shut-down input is received. (See the previous Remote Start section for a complete list of shut-down inputs.) NOTE: This feature will not work if the brake pedal is being pressed.
Programming Options Programming options control your system's normal, operational set-up. Most options do not require additional parts, but some may require installation labor. The following is a list of the programmable options, with the factory settings in Bold. ■ 12, 24, or 60 minute run time. Your system can be programmed to allow the vehicle to run for 12, 24, or 60 minutes when remote started. ■ Parking lights flashing or constant.
✂ QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE: To remote start the vehicle Cut along dotted line and fold for a quick and easy reference to keep in your purse or wallet. 1. Press the auxiliary channel on the transmitter for one second. 2. The parking lights will flash to confirm remote start operation. 3. Once the vehicle has started, it will run for the pre-programmed period of time or until a shut-down input is triggered. To perform Valet Take-Over 1.
The company behind this system is Directed Electronics, Inc. Since its inception, DEI® has had one purpose, to provide consumers with the finest vehicle security and car stereo products and accessories available. The recipient of more than 20 patents in the field of advanced electronic technology, DEI is ISO 9001 registered. Quality Directed Electronics products are sold and serviced throughout North America and around the world. Call (800) 274-0200 for more information about our products and services.
