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shows the amount of run-time left in the remote
start mode.
Press button
II
for 2 seconds to auto-start an automatic transmission engine.
Remember, that a key in the ignition is required to drive the car.
For manual transmission vehicles, please use reservation mode.
Press button
II
for 2 seconds in order to turn off an auto-started car.
The engine will run 15 or 25 minutes (25 or 45 min for diesel) depending on preset
options at the time of installation and then shut off.
Auto-Start Function
Anti-Grind
The anti-grind circuit (an optional feature provided by your installer) prevents you
from engaging the starter on a remote-started vehicle.
Diagnosing problems with Auto-Start
If there is a problem in auto-starting your vehicle,the CompuStar system will do one
of two things; if it fails for any of the reasons listed in the table below, it will flash the
parkinglights three times then flash the error number. Otherwise, it will attempt to
start the vehicle three times. If, after three times, the vehicle will not start or stay
running, the CompuStar system will shut down. In either case, please see your
installer to resolve the situation.
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Error Number
(# of timesparking lights flash)
Error Reason
Engine On
Key On
Door Open
Trunk Open
Brake On
Hood Open
Reservation Off (Manual Transmission Only)
Reservation Mode
(manual transmission only)
In order to auto-start your manual transmission vehicle, you must first set the
CompuStar system to Reservation Mode before leaving your vehicle. The purpose
of Reservation Mode is to leave the transmission gear in the neutral position when
you leave your vehicle. Reservation mode is intended for use on MANUAL
TRANSMISSIONS ONLY and NOT FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.
Reservation Mode must be engaged each and every time you leave your manual
transmission vehicle in order to auto-start it.
Note :
The system is not recommended for vehicles with removable tops.
Important requirements to activate Reservation Mode
The transmission must be in the NEUTRAL position.
The vehicle windows must be rolled up.
Do not set the reservation mode with people in the vehicle.
Do not auto-start the vehicle with people in the it.
Activating Reservation Mode
(Manual Transmission only)
Step1 :
After arriving at your destination, and BEFORE TURNING
YOUR ENGINE OFF, place the transmission in the Neutral position.
Step2 :
Activate the parking brake.
Step3 :
Remove your foot from the foot brake.
Step4 :
Remove the key from the ignition, and the engine will remain running.
Step5 :
Exit the vehicle and close the door within two minutes after
activating the parking brake. The engine will shut off and reservation
mode for the remote-starter is now complete.
Your vehicle is now ready for auto-starting. However, the reservation mode will
be cancelled if a door is opened or the CompuStar system is put in Valet mode
after the reservation has been set. Once cancelled, you will have to start the
vehicle with the key and repeat the above 5 steps if you want to restore reservation
mode.
