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The AutoStart features

Your Smart Remote Starter III has two AutoStart features:

AutoStart Battery Mode: This is an especially valuable feature when you need to leave
your vehicle parked for an extended period of time. If engaged, the system will
automatically monitor the voltage level of the vehicle battery while you are away. If the
voltage drops below a preset level, the system will automatically start the engine and
recharge the battery (to conserve battery power, the Smart Remote Starter III will not
activate the parking lights nor any preset accessories in this mode). Likewise, the system
automatically shuts down the engine once the battery is properly charged or after 30
minutes, whichever occurs first. If needed, the process will repeat every eight hours until
the battery is properly charged. AutoStart Battery Mode is automatically canceled as soon
as you drive your car.

AutoStart Temperature Mode: Whenever you wish, you may set your Smart Remote
Starter III to AutoStart the vehicle if the engine temperature drops below 15°F (-9°C). The 
system will idle the engine for 30 minutes or until you enter and drive, whichever occurs
first. AutoStart Temperature Mode is automatically canceled as soon as you drive your car.

You can activate either of the AutoStart features via the programming procedure
(see the User-selectable features section on page 13). Or, for even greater ease, just
press remote control button 4 to remotely activate both AutoStart features (two flashes
of the parking lights will confirm remote activation of the AutoStart features).

Optional remote headlight activation and/or remote trunk release

Button 3 on your remote control can command two different options: one while the
system’s starter interrupt is engaged and another while it is disengaged.

If you have the optional remote headlight activation feature installed, a single
press of button 3 while the system’s starter interrupt is engaged (i.e., the LED is
flashing
) will activate the system’s built-in timer to illuminate the headlights for
any duration of your choice between 1 second and two minutes. To change the
headlight duration, see User-selectable features on page 13.

If you have the optional remote 

trunk release feature, a press of button 3 while the

system’s starter interrupt is disengaged (LED is off) will pop the trunk. For safety
and security reasons, the button 3 will not pop the trunk if the engine is running to
ensure against accidental activation while driving.

Optional remote controlled window/sunroof closure

On certain vehicles, including several models of BMW, Mercedes Benz, Volkswagen
and Jaguar, the Smart Remote Starter III can be wired to automatically close all the
power windows/sunroof every time you remotely lock the doors. If you have this
feature, do not change the user-selectable headlight duration. Doing so may cause
damage to your vehicle’s window/sunroof motors.

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Summary of Contents for III

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual World Class Auto SecurityTM Smart Remote Starter ...

Page 2: ...ent and common sense when using the remote starter NEVER remotely start the vehicle in an enclosed area without suffi cient ventilation NEVER allow children access to the remote controls NEVER engage the ShortStop nor one or both AutoStart features if the vehicle is in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation NEVER remotely start or use the ShortStop feature with a person or pet in the car ex...

Page 3: ...theft deterrent devices 9 AutoLock and AutoUnLock 9 Fault proof starter interrupt 9 AutoActivation of the starter interrupt 9 AutoActivation of the door locks 9 UltraSecure coded valet mode 10 Definitions 10 To enable valet mode 11 To exit valet mode 11 Setting your own secret valet code 11 Example 11 The AutoStart features 12 Optional remote headlight activation and or remote trunk release 12 Opt...

Page 4: ...eft deterrent device your Smart Remote Starter III can be set to transform it into a completely remote controlled vehicle security system q Automatic Safety Checks Your Smart Remote Starter III automatically ensures that all of the following safety conditions are met or the vehicle will not be remotely started Transmission must be in park Engine and ignition must be off Engine must not be overheat...

Page 5: ...automatically lock Conversely the doors automatically unlock when you park and turn off the ignition If you prefer you may turn off one or both of these features via program mode q ShortStop Mode Now you don t need to shut off the engine when leaving your car parked for a few moments such as when stopping at a convenience store or making a delivery Just press button 2 while the engine is still run...

Page 6: ...tely open only if the doors are unlocked and the vehicle is not being driven may require optional parts q Remote Controlled Headlight Activation Capability To light your way to and from the vehicle one press of a button on your Smart Remote Starter III remote control will turn on your vehicle s headlights for any duration of your choice between one second and two minutes requires an optional relay...

Page 7: ...ll DON Ts You must always exercise good judgment and common sense when using the remote starter NEVER remotely start the vehicle in an enclosed area without sufficient ventilation NEVER allow children access to the remote controls NEVER engage the ShortStop nor one or both AutoStart features if the vehicle is in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation NEVER remotely start or use the ShortSto...

Page 8: ...t channels 5 12 To transmit either channel 1 2 3 or 4 Just press either button 1 2 3 or 4 For instance to transmit channel 3 press button 3 While you transmit the remote control s LED indicator will blink once every second this indicates level 1 To transmit either channel 5 6 7 or 8 Press the LevelShift button once This shifts buttons 1 4 to level 2 channels 5 8 Then press the desired button withi...

Page 9: ...lation WARNING Never allow children to play with the remote control Whenever you remotely start the engine the Smart Remote Starter III rapidly makes a series of safety checks before attempting to crank the starter motor It will Verify that the engine or ignition switch is not already on Verify that the transmission is in the PARK position Verify that the engine is not overheated Verify that no on...

Page 10: ... of park before turning the ignition switch to the ON posi tion the Smart Remote Starter III will immediately shut down the engine ShortStop This is a great feature when you need to make a stop at a convenience store or to make a quick delivery Rather than shutting down the engine and then restarting it a few moments later the ShortStop feature allows you to remove your car keys from the ignition ...

Page 11: ...flashing on the system s PlainView switch the starter interrupt is engaged and protecting your vehicle AutoActivation of the starter interrupt user selectable Smart Remote Starter III will protect your vehicle even if you forget to remotely lock the doors and thus activate the starter interrupt Thirty seconds after you park your car exit and shut all the doors the Smart Remote Starter III will aut...

Page 12: ...terrupt by enabling valet mode Your factory set valet code is the single digit 2 Definitions Digit A digit is defined as any number from 1 to 9 inclusive Valet code A valet code may be 1 to 3 digits A one digit code X any number between 1 9 A two digit code XY any number between 11 99 excluding those with zeros A three digit code XYZ any number between 111 999 excluding those with zeros Remember n...

Page 13: ... valet code to 31 To do so you would do the following 1 From the table of User selectable features on page 13 you would note that the set new valet code feature number 11 2 Enter program mode by turning on the ignition then enter your current valet code if still the factory default this would be momentary momentary latched 3 Select feature number 11 by tapping the momentary side of the switch 11 t...

Page 14: ...section on page 13 Or for even greater ease just press remote control button 4 to remotely activate both AutoStart features two flashes of the parking lights will confirm remote activation of the AutoStart features Optional remote headlight activation and or remote trunk release Button 3 on your remote control can command two different options one while the system s starter interrupt is engaged an...

Page 15: ... action Completion confirmation Result Battery Mode AutoStart OFF 4 2 flashes ON Change from OFF to ON Temperature Mode AutoStart OFF 5 2 flashes ON Change from OFF to ON AutoUnLock ON 6 1 flash OFF 2 flashes ON Change from OFF to ON or vice versa AutoLock ON 7 1 flash OFF 2 flashes ON Change from OFF to ON or vice versa AutoActivation of starter interrupt ON 8 1 flash OFF 2 flashes ON Change from...

Page 16: ...remote controls is ever lost or stolen you can erase its digital codes from the system memory to make sure that the missing remote control can never be used to control your system To do so simply program each remaining and or replacement remote control as noted in the Adding new remote controls section above for a total of four times e g if you have just one remote program it four times for two re...

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