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General System Functions
Hold the key/start button for 2.5 seconds to remote start an automatic transmission vehicle. If you are in range and if the vehicle is ready to remote
start, the vehicle parking lights will flash once. The remote will beep once to confirm proper remote starting and then 4 times if unlocked/disarmed.
(6 times if locked/armed)
If you are in range, the parking lights on the vehicle will flash three times followed by a certain number after that, there is a remote start error. Refer
to the “remote start error diagnostic” on the last page of this manual for details. The remote will beep 3 times followed by 2 LED flashes.
Upon receiving confirmation that your vehicle is running, the parking lights will light solid. The LED on the remote will flash every other second to
represent remote start run time. The remote start run time can be programmed for 3, 15, 25, or 45 minutes - ask your local CompuStar dealer to
adjust Option 2-7 if you would like a run time other than 15 minutes (default).
IMPORTANT: The vehicle’s key must be inserted into the ignition and turned to the “on” position prior to driving your vehicle. If the foot brake is
depressed prior to the key being in the “on” position, the vehicle will shut off.
In order to remote start a manual transmission vehicle, the system must first be set in Reservation Mode. Reservation Mode must be set each and
every time you want to remote start a manual transmission vehicle. The purpose of Reservation Mode is to leave the transmission in neutral before
exiting the vehicle.
IMPORANT
The transmission must be left in the neutral position.
The vehicles windows must be rolled up.
The vehicles door pins must be in working order.
Do not set reservation mode or remote start with people in the vehicle.
Do not install this remote start on a manual transmission vehicle that has a convertible or removable top.
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General System Functions
Activating Reservation Mode
STEP1 : While the vehicle is running, place the transmission in neutral, set the emergency / parking brake, and remove pressure from the foot brake.
STEP2 : Remove the key from the vehicle’s ignition. The vehicle’s engine should remain running even after the key has been removed. If the
vehicle does not remain running visit your local authorized CompuStar dealer for service.
STEP3 : Exit the vehicle and close the door. The vehicle’s engine should shut off within upon closing the last door. If the vehicle’s engine does not
shut off, your door trigger may be functioning improperly. Do not use the remote-start feature and take your vehicle to a local authorized
CompuStar dealer for service.
IMPORTANT
: By default, the system will lock/arm the vehicle upon setting reservation mode. Take care to not lock your keys inside the vehicle.
Cancelling Reservation Mode
Reservation mode will be cancelled for the following reasons;
You did not activate the parking brake prior to turning off the ignition.
You pressed the foot brake after the key was removed from the ignition.
You released the parking brake after the key was removed from the ignition.
You entered valet mode, opened the vehicles door, hood, or trunk.
Reservation Mode Settings
Reservation mode settings can be programmed with Option 1-6. It is recommended that reservation mode settings are programmed by your local
authorized CompuStar dealer.
Default1 : Locks doors when reservation mode is set.
Option2 : Does not lock doors when reservation mode is set.
Option 3: Reservation mode sets 10 seconds after the last door is closed, as opposed to immediately.
This option will allow you to access the vehicle’s rear doors, trunk or hatch prior to the system setting reservation and passively locking/arming.
