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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 times parking 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.
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When the vehicle shuts off after reservation mode, the
CompuStar system will lock/arm the vehicle. Take care to not lock your keys
inside.
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
a c t i v a t i n g 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.
If you do not want to set reservation mode, shut off the engine before you exit the
vehicle. The engine will shut off for the following reasons:
- You did not activate the parking brake or pressed the foot brake when
you turned the key to the off position.
- You released the parking brake while the engine was running.
- You entered Valet Mode after the Reservation Mode has been completed.
Canceling Reservation Mode
Important!
If you try to auto-start the vehicle when reservation
mode has not been set, the auto-start feature will not work. When you press the
auto-start button, the remote will beep three times.
The car parking lights will flash three times, pause, then flash seven times.
Important!
