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User Guide
AS-1820 FM
Remote Trunk Release
If your system was installed with the Remote Trunk Release option, you can open your trunk by
pressing the
TRUNK
button for 3 seconds on the remote transmitter or by pressing the
TRUNK
button
TWICE
within 3 seconds.
Engine Run Time
If you have a gas engine, your Remote Car Starter can be programmed to run the engine for 4, 15,
or 25 minutes (15 minutes by default). If you have a diesel engine, the Remote Car Starter can be
programmed to run the engine for 9, 20, or 30 minutes (20 minutes default).
Multi-car Operation
This option allows the owner of two vehicles, both equipped with the same Remote Car Starter
model, to control both systems with a single remote control. To control the second vehicle,
simultaneously press the
TRUNK
button and the button of the function you wish to use.
Note:
Your remote control must be configured for second car operation by the installer.
•
Press
TRUNK
+
LOCK
button simultaneously: ....
LOCK
•
Press
TRUNK
+
UNLOCK
: .....................................
UNLOCK
•
Press
TRUNK
+
START/STOP
: ...............................
START/STOP
•
Press
TRUNK
+
LOCK
+
UNLOCK
: .........................
AUX 3 (TRUNK)
•
Press
TRUNK
+
START/STOP
for 3 sec: ................
Cold Weather Mode
Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range
Many factors may affect the operating range of the transmitter. Some of these are:
•
The condition of the battery in the transmitter.
•
The operating environment (for example: downtown radio-frequency noise, airports, cellular
phone towers…)
•
Metal: any type of metal will affect operating range. This includes the metal in the car.
•
The shape of the vehicle can affect range as well; vans in general have an especially poor
range.
•
The shape of the roof and A-pillars brings about considerable radio-frequency deflection (in
this case the signal from the remote control). As a result, the direction in which the vehicle is
facing in relation to the remote control can affect the range. Straight on – standing in front of
the vehicle – generally gives you the greatest range; the second best performance is from the
back. Using the remote control from either side of the vehicle will usually give the lowest
range.
•
The range will be significantly lower in a crowded parking lot than in open space.
•
Always hold the transmitter high, approximately at shoulder height. Holding the transmitter
against your chin will also increase your range: your head acts as an antenna.
•
The operating range will be somewhat lower on vehicles equipped with an aftermarket or
factory alarm.
