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Operation Instructions:

J-Str/4

 

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J-Str/4-T

Made in USA

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Remote Vehicle Starting Systems

Special Features 

Multiple start sensing modes:  Tachless sensing, spark sensing, tachometer 
sensing 

Diesel mode:  Ignites glow plugs for 20 seconds prior to starting.

Service mode:  Allows user to disable the J-Str/4 unit during automotive service.

Programmable run time:  Run time can be set to either 12 or 24 minutes.

Factory security system disarm output:  An output is provided upon starting to 
deactivate factory security systems. 

Additional Features (J-Str/4-T only) 

Full feature remote keyless entry including outputs for door lock/unlock and 
remote trunk release. 

Extended range receiver:  Unique design allows remote mounting of receiver 
module to further enhance range capabilities.

PIT STOP feature:  Allows user to keep vehicle running during short stop-over 
while maintaining complete remote keyless functions.

Selectable double-pulse unlock output:  For those vehicles requiring a double 
pulse output to unlock factory door lock systems.

 

Please read these instructions thoroughly 
before beginning installation. 
 
Safety Precautions: 

The J-Str/4 and J-Str/4-T are designed for vehicles in good operating condition 
equipped with autom atic transm ission and electronic fuel injection.  THESE 
UNITS ARE NOT INTENDED FOR INSTALLATION ON MANUAL 
TRANSMISSION EQUIPPED VEHICLES.

Never operate any vehicle in enclosed areas such as a garage.

W hen installing the J-Str/4 unit, always use a volt/ohm  m eter or other com puter-
safe tester when testing vehicle circuits.

It is highly recom m ended that all safety options be connected such as a hood 
pin switch and brake shut off.

rev 01.03.0

Remote transmitter operation [J-Str/4-T Only]

 

Button 4 / *:  This is the primary button of the transmitter and is used to start and stop the vehicle’s engine.  
When this button is pressed the vehicle parking lights will come on and the status LED will begin flashing 
rapidly.  These 2 visible indicators confirm that the vehicle will start within 3 seconds.   
Once the vehicle is running, pressing Button 4 / * again will shut the vehicle engine off. 
Button 1 / Lock:  When pressed this button will lock the vehicle’s power door locks (if installed).  The vehicle’s 
parking lights will flash 1 time when the doors lock.  The status LED will flash slowly when the vehicle is locked 
to show  “Locked Status”. 
Button 2 / Unlock:  When pressed this button will unlock the vehicle’s power door locks (if installed).  The 
vehicle’s parking lights will flash 2 times when the doors unlock.  The status LED will turn off to show “Unlocked 
status”. 
Button 3 / Trunk:  By holding down this button for about 2 seconds the vehicle’s power trunk release (if 
installed) will operate.

 

Service Mode

  

Whenever the vehicle is being serviced it is a good idea to temporarily disable the J-Str/4 unit.  To do this first 
turn the ignition key to the on/run position then, within 5 seconds, press and hold the valet/service switch for 
approximately 3 seconds or until the status LED lights solid.  Now release the valet/service switch and the J-
Str/4
 unit is temporarily disabled.  
While disabled Button 1 / LockButton 2 / Unlock, and Button 3 / Trunk will continue to function normally. 
To return the J-Str/4 unit to normal mode simply repeat the steps above.  When completed the status LED will 
turn off indicating that the J-Str/4 unit is in the normal operating mode.

 

Pit-Stop Mode

 

If you wish to keep the vehicle running during a quick stopover, follow these simple instructions: 
-Before turning the vehicle off and exiting, press and hold the brake pedal. 
-While holding the brake pedal, press Button 1/ Lock on the remote transmitter for approx. 2 seconds.  The 
parking lights will flash 5 times and the status LED will begin to flash rapidly. 
-Now release the brake pedal and turn the ignition key off and remove.  The vehicle engine will continue to run.   
-At this point exit the vehicle and use Button 1/ LockButton 2 / UnlockButton 3/ Trunk functions as normal. 
-When reentering the vehicle simply insert the ignition key, turn to the run position and resume normal    
operation of the vehicle.   

 

Cold Start Mode [J-Str/4-T Only]

 

In this mode the J-Str/4-T unit will run the vehicle’s engine for 15 minutes every 2 hours for a 24-hour period.  
This mode is especially helpful in extremely cold climates.  To enter this mode, follow the instructions below: 
-Simultaneously press Button 2 / Unlock on the transmitter and the valet/override switch for 5 seconds or until  
the vehicle parking lights flash 5 times.  The engine will now start and run for 30 seconds and then shut off.   
-The J-Str/4-T unit is now in cold start mode and will run the vehicle for 15 minutes every 2 hours for a 
maximum of 24 hours. 
*WarningDo not engage this mode unless the vehicle is in a very well ventilated area. 
The cold start mode can be deactivated by performing any of the following: 
-Repeat steps listed above. 

-Remote start the vehicle using the remote transmitter. 

-Press the brake  

Cold start mode is now deactivated.

J-(products) Limited Lifetime/1Year Warranties & Disclaimer:

Main Reciever/Controller Brain - Limited Lifetime, 1st year repair or replace, remainder repair.

All peripherals (i.e. remote controls, sensors, & sirens) - 1 year repair or replace.

The manufacturer of 

J-

(products) limits warranty of defective product(s) to the original purchaser, on the original vehicle installation.

Physical or electrical abuses are not warranted.  During 1st year,  freight charges are prepaid to and collect from the repair facility.

After the first year of warranty, a nominal shipping & handling charge,  not  to exceed $25.00, may apply.

Final warranty determinations are the sole discretion of the manufacturer.

Any and all subsequent damages or expenses incurred evolving from defective control units, peripheral parts, or installation related

issues are not the responsibility of the manufacturer or any of the distribution or sales line thereof.

All wiring diagrams, installation instructions & user manuals are generic guidelines and do not pertain to any specific installation.

Final installation, application, and use of this product and any related peripherals are the sole responsibility of the installer and/or

end-user of the products.

Programmable features: [factory default is ON]

 

#1.  Parking light relay action       

#4.  Double pulse unlock 

   On = Lights stay on during remote run 

   On = Single unlock pulse (standard)  

   Off = Lights flash on/off during remote run 

   Off = Double unlock pulse    

#2.  Remote run time   

 

#5.  Auxiliary control input mode 

   On = 12 minutes 

 

 

   On = 1 pulse to trigger starting 

   Off = 24 minutes 

 

 

   Off = 3 pulses to trigger starting 

#3.  Door lock/unlock output pulse time 

#6.  Door locking upon remote starting 

   On = .75 seconds (standard) 

 

   On = Doors lock when remote starting 

   Off = 3 seconds 

 

 

   Off = Doors do not lock when remote starting

 

Accessing programmable features: 

1.  

Turn ignition key to the on/run position 

2.  

Within a 10 second period press the valet/service switch 5 times.

3.  

When step 2 is completed successfully the status LED and the vehicle parking lights will flash 1 time.

4.  

System is now in programming mode.

5.  

Now press the valet/service switch the number of times that corresponds to the desired programming 
feature listed above. In other words, 1 time for feature #1 or 2 times for feature #2 and so on. The status 
LED and the parking lights will flash each time the valet/service switch is pressed.

6.  

When you have reached the desired program location press Button 1 / Lock on the remote transmitter to 
turn the feature ‘on’ or press Button 2 / Unlock to turn the feature ‘off’.  The status LED and the vehicle 
parking lights will flash 1 time to indicate that the feature is ‘on’ and 2 times to indicate the feature is ‘off’.

7.  

Now turn the ignition key off.  Programming is complete.

*Important programming notes:  

• 

Only 1 programming change can be made at a time; the program mode must be entered for each change. 

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Once you have reached the desired program location you have a 5 second window in which to turn ‘on’ or 
‘off’ the selected feature.  If you miss this window the J-Str/4 unit will leave the programming mode.

 

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