not unlock. When this feature is on, the MARS flashes the parking lights twice,
and the horn chirps twice (if connected) when trunk release is used; if this feature
is turned off, the trunk release operates with 2 Status Light flashes only.
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Feature
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10 is “Pulsed or Steady Horn / Siren Output”. This feature’s first function is to set
the MARS’ audible output for use with the vehicle’s existing horn, or with an optional
electronic siren. If MARS is connected to the vehicle’s horn, Feature
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10’s second func-
tion is providing three different horn pulse patterns when it sounds for the “panic” feature.
When programming (see page 12), the three horn pulse choices are: press “TRUNK” for
the slow horn pulses; “START” for medium pulses; or “LOCK” for default medium horn
pulse setting. To use an optional electronic siren, program steady output by pressing
“UNLOCK” when programming. Do not use the steady output setting for the horn-
continuous use will damage it.
Explanations of the “installation-related” Programmable Features:
Programmable Features
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11 through
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13 should only be used by the installer. All of these
features program certain aspects of the MARS to match the vehicle into which it is in-
stalled. Do not change any of these features once the MARS is installed and properly
configured.
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Feature
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11 is “Starter Cranking Time”. This sets the base starter cranking time for the
Smart Start voltage sensing engine detection method (page 29). When using Smart
Start, a longer starter cranking time may be used for engines which do not start on the
first remote start attempt. Programming choices are: .5 second (“LOCK”, the default
setting); .75 second (“UNLOCK”); 1.25 second (“START”); and 1.5 second (“TRUNK”).
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and affix the Receiver Module. Carefully route the module’s 5-wire ribbon cable to the
control module; plug the cable into the Black 3-pin port on the rear of the module, and
plug the remaining two connectors into their respective 2-pin ports.
Optional: Should it be desired, an optional separately-mountable Valet Switch and
Status Light are available. The Receiver Module must still be used for its receiver section,
but the Valet Switch and/or Status Light may be placed as desired.
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Connect the Green wire to the vehicle's Starter wire. This wire
will show +12 Volts only when the ignition key is in the "Start" position. This wire is also
found in the ignition switch wiring harness (see diagram on previous page). Some vehicles
have a second Starter wire known as a "Cold Start" wire. When this is encountered, two
options are available: program the Yellow/Green wire as a second starter output, or use an
optional relay configured to the 3-pin Red port to energize the second Starter wire (see
12-Gauge Green Wire:
Starter Output
Connection Required.
Wiring Connections - 6 Wire Main Harness
(Two 12-Gauge) Red Wires:
Co12 Volts Input
Connection Required.
Connect both Red wires to constant 12 Volts. The source used
must supply adequate amperage. The most common sources are the battery (+) terminal
or the ignition switch wiring harness. Good reliable connections and use of the included
fuses are a must. Note that some ignition switches have the electrical switch as part of the
mechanical switch; others have the electrical switch lower on the steering column and
connected to the mechanical switch by a linkage. The ignition switch wiring harness is the
best source for these wires, and the Starter, Ignition #1 and Accessory wiring connections.
