Congratulations Congratulations on the purchase of your state-of-the-art keyless entry and remote start system. Reading this Owner’s Guide prior to using your system will help maximize the use of your system and its many features. For more information please visit us online at: www.automatecarsecurity.com. For any additional questions please contact your authorized Directed dealer or Directed at 1-800-753-0600. Additional support is also available at: http://support.directed.com.
Important information Government Regulations and Safety information Read the Government Regulations and Warning! Safety First sections of this manual prior to operating this system. Warning! Failure to heed this information can result in death, personal injury or property damage and may also result in the illegal use of the system beyond its intended purpose. Your warranty Your system comes with a warranty.
Contents Congratulations..................................................................................................i What's included ..............................................................................................i Important information......................................................................................... ii Your warranty........................................................................................... ii Replacement remote controls...........................
Getting Started System maintenance The system requires no specific maintenance beyond battery replacement for the remote controls. Your remote is powered by a coin cell battery (3V CR2032) that lasts approximately one year under normal use. When the battery begins to weaken operating range is reduced and the LED on the remote dims. Battery replacement Locate the small slot on the side of the remote control. Insert a small slotted screwdriver or equivalent tool into slot and pry the case apart.
Remote control functions The remote buttons are used to send commands to the system. The buttons indicated below are for standard configuration. Standard configuration Button The lock function is controlled by pressing on the remote control for one second. When held for more than 1.5 seconds, Panic is activated. AUX AUX AUX Button AUX AUX AUX The unlocking function is controlled by pressing on the remote control AUX for one second. You can also turn Panic off with this button.
Your 1-way remote coin cell battery can be changed by using a small flat blade screwdriver to pry case apart. Replace battery and then snap case together. and and Buttons When simultaneously pressed these buttons control the optional rear window defogger during remote starting. AUX AUX AUX Important note: Defogger is an optional feature. Additional parts and labor may be required. See your Directed dealer for details.
Using the system Locking Pressing for one second locks the system (if the door locks are connected). The horn honks and the parking lights flash once to confirm the system is locked. The Failsafe® Starter Kill also activates and prevents the vehicle’s AUX starter from cranking. AUX AUX Your 1-way remote coin cell battery can be changed by using a small flat blade screwdriver to pry case apart. Replace battery and then snap case together. Important note: Horn honk and Failsafe are both optional features.
Panic Mode If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract attention by triggering the system with your remote control. Press for 1.5 seconds to enter Panic Mode. In Panic Mode, the horn will honk and the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds. To stop Panic Mode at any time, press , or on the remote control.
• Once the vehicle has started, it will run for the pre-programmed period of time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) or until a shutdown input is triggered. Warning! It is unsafe to operate a vehicle’s motor in a garage or other closed off area. Breathing the exhaust from the vehicle is hazardous to your health. Never activate the remote start in an enclosed space. When you are ready to drive the vehicle: 1. 2. Insert the ignition key and turn it to the ON (not the START) position. Press the brake pedal.
AUX Rear Defogger (optional) AUX To turn the rear defogger Off and On: 1. 2. AUX Your 1-way remote coin cell batter Simultaneously press & release the + + buttons on the remote control. The lights flash 2 times when the defogger is turned On, and 3 times when it is turned Off. AUX If the rear defogger is On, it activates when the vehicle is remote started, if it is Off it does not activate when remote started.
Valet Take-Over The Valet Take-Over feature allows the vehicle to remain running after the key has been removed from the ignition. This feature is useful for occasions when you wish to exit and lock the vehicle for short periods of time, but would like to leave the engine runningAUXand the climate controls on. AUX AUX To perform Valet Take-Over: 1. 2.
Timer Mode When you activate timer mode the system automatically starts the vehicle every three hours for a maximum of 6 starts. The pre-programmed engine runtime is 12 minutes. • AUX AUX • AUX Press and simultaneously to activate timer mode. The AUX parking lights flash four times, and after a 1 second delay the engine AUX starts. To shutdown the engine, press the button for 1 second.
Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry Whenever the vehicle is remote started, advanced anti-grind circuitry prevents the starter from engaging, even if the key is turned to the start position. This prevents damage to the starter motor if the key is turned to the start position during remote start operation. Note: Anti-grind circuitry only works when the remote start system is op erating the motor and the optional Failsafe® Starter Kill relay is installed.
Owner Recognition Owner Recognition is a revolutionary feature available only from Directed. Using a Directed Bitwriter®, hand-held programming tool, your dealer can program many of the system settings. It is possible to program different settings for each transmitter used with the system. Then, whenever a specific transmitter is used, the system recalls the settings assigned to that transmitter.
Programming Options Programming options control your system's normal, operational set-up. Most options do not require additional parts, but some may require additional installation labor. This system's programming options are listed below, with the factory default 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. Can be programmed from 1 -60 minutes. • 3, 6, 9, or 12 minute timer mode run time.
Glossary of Terms Control Unit: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor which monitors your vehicle and controls all system functions. Failsafe® Starter Kill: An optional automatic switch controlled by your system which prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking whenever the system is locked. The vehicle is never prevented from cranking when the system is unlocked, in Valet Mode, or if the starter kill switch itself fails.
Convenience Expansions Listed below are expansion options available for use with your system. Some options may require additional parts and/or labor. Please consult with your dealer for a complete list of options available for use with this system. Power Door Lock Control: Your system is capable of controlling many types of power door lock systems; however, some door lock systems may require extra parts. Consult with your dealer to determine which type of locks your vehicle uses.
Government Regulations This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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 Directed dealer. When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control. Therefore, never operate the system in an enclosed area or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage).
properly installed. The remote start module must be removed or the installer must properly reinstall the remote start system so that the vehicle does not start in gear. All installations must be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Patent information This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S.
