REMOTE CONTROL ENGINE STARTER INSTALLATION MANUAL XRT - BBK - BBF - BBU - BBW CONTROL MODULES FOR ALL GAS, DIESEL AND HYBRID POWERED VEHICLES THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED INSTALLER. When this product is installed in a manual transmission vehicle, the installation must be done with a manual interface (not included - No. RS-MI). (Instructions en français au verso) PATENT NUMBERS CAN 1.130.426 USA: 4.345.554 - 5.614.883 5.617.819 - 5.673.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INSTALLERS! The control module included in this kit must be interfaced according to the type of vehicle in which it is installed. The control module won’t, IN ANY WAY, monitor the position of the gearshift lever during a remote start. It is factory set to "Manual Transmission" mode. See Stage 1 - Level 16 on page 22 for programming options.
Table of contents VERIFICATIONS AND TESTING TO BE DONE BEFORE THE INSTALLATION........................................................ 2 QUICK GUIDE FOR SKILLED INSTALLERS ................................................................................................................ 3 IMPORTANT NOTE TO BE READ AT THE INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................................................8 CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING ........................
VERIFICATIONS AND TESTING TO BE DONE BEFORE THE INSTALLATION To ensure that the installation and the use of this product are safe, you must follow the instructions in this manual. Please pay special attention to the following points. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION VEHICLE • Ensure that the vehicle cannot be remote started when in gear. Also ensure that the gearshift lever cannot be moved out of the "Park" position without first applying the brakes.
Quick Guide for Skilled Installers This section of the installation manual is intended for experienced installers of remote starter and mobile security products. Only the most frequently needed information are included in the following few pages. It has been laid out to quickly access connection and operational details to maximize your installation performance. If, for any reason, additional information is required on a specific wire, refer to the “Detailed Description” section on page 9.
DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTORS The following charts show the purpose of each wire on each connector and list the pin position, color code and give a brief description of each. Whenever you need further explanations on a wire or need to access the virtually unlimited programming flexibility of this AstroStart product, a reference to the detailed installation instructions found later in the manual will allow you to understand all of the connection and programming options available.
P2 CONNECTOR PIN COLOR DESCRIPTION PURPOSE Connect this wire to a circuit that requires a ground during runtime. Usually a transponder bypass interface. See page 11 for more details about this output. 6 Dark Green Ground when running Output (-) 150ma max 7 Orange Anti-theft Output (-) 150ma max 8 Light Green Horn Output (-) 150ma max Connect this wire to factory horn (-) circuit. See page 11 for more details about this output.
P4 CONNECTOR PIN COLOR DESCRPTION PURPOSE 1 Red/Black Power Input +12V power input, protected by a 30A fuse (F1) Supplies "Accessory-Yellow Wire" and the "Starter-Dark Blue Wire". 2 Yellow Accessory Output (+) Feeds vehicle accessory circuit (Heater / AC circuit). This output can be program differently in Stage 2 – Level 1, page 23. See page 12 for more details about this output. 3 Green Parking lights Output (+) Protected by a 10A fuse (F3), used to supply parking light circuit.
Default Setting You may believe that a product as versatile as this one would be a programming nightmare. In most cases, you will not need to change a setting from the factory default programming Consult the following charts to determine if the defaults work for the installation. If no changes are required, move to the testing phase of the installation on page 25. If, for any reason, changes to the default programming are required, please become familiar with the programming charts, beginning on page 17.
TOPIC DEFAULT FEATURES FOR STAGE 2 LEVEL Accessory output Relay • Accessory Level 1 Page 23 Parking Light output Relay • Parking Light Level 2 Page 23 Miscellaneous Configurations • Start confirmation on demand: Enable • 2nd Lock confirmation on Horn output • Turbo Mode: Disable • Dome light activation when engine stops (with key): Disable Level 3 Page 23 Miscellaneous Configurations (2nd Part) • P9 LED output indicates the status of: Alarm, Antitheft and Manual Sequence Level 4 Page 23 IMPOR
Detailed Description P1: ALARM (OPTIONNAL) P1-1: Red/White: SIREN OUTPUT (+) This output (+12 VDC) is fuse protected (3A fuse) and feeds the siren directly. The load applied to this output must not exceed 3 Amps. Install the siren under the hood in a location that is inaccessible when the hood is closed. Run Red/White wire to the engine compartment through an appropriate grommet, and connect to the positive (+) terminal of the siren (RED wire).
P1-8: Yellow: ANTI-LOCKING This input is used to detect the presence of the key in the ignition switch in order to cancel locking of the doors during an automatic rearming. In such cases, the alarm arms, but the doors are not locked. The same thing occurs with an OEM alarm rearming, this wire will prevent locking.
P2-6: Dark Green: NEGATIVE OUT WHEN RUNNING This (-) output is powered up 1 second before ignition, remains on during run time and remains on 1 second after ignition is shut off. It can be used to temporarily disable a factory security system or an anti-theft device during runtime. P2-7: Orange: ANTI-THEFT OUTPUT Output (-) used to control a relay that neutralizes a vehicle circuit to prevent starting, or a flashing LED to indicate anti-theft status.
P2-13 to P2-16: PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT #1 to #4 Negative outputs (-) where the function can be determined in Stage 1 - Level 5 to 8, Page 19. P2-13: Brown: Programmable output #1, factory setting is PULSE BEFORE. P2-14: White/Blue: Programmable output #2, factory setting is PULSE AFTER. P2-15: White: Programmable output #3, factory setting is TRUNK RELEASE. P2-16: Purple: Programmable output #4, factory setting is DOME LIGHT. Wiring example for applications using programmable (-) outputs.
P4-3: Green: PARKING LIGHT OUTPUT This wire provides a positive output to trigger the vehicle's parking light circuit to add a visual confirmation when the module receives commands. Locate the parking light circuit. If the circuit is controlled by a ground (-) signal, it is possible to use one of the four programmable outputs set in "Parking lights" mode. That will leave this positive output free so it can be configure in Stage 2 – Level 2 page 23 for different functions.
P6 - P16: CONNECTORS FOR PLUG-IN ACCESSORIES Position and description of the connectors under the access door. P6: SHOCK SENSOR (supplied with alarm kit, part no. ALA-OP) Install Shock Sensor in a place where it will provide omni directional sensitivity. P7: OTHER SENSOR (supplied with alarm kit, part no. ALA-OP) This connector is used to connect other types of sensors, such as a motion sensor, window breakage sensor or any other type of sensor that provides a negative pulse of at least 0.7 second.
P11: VALET SWITCH Connector allowing a push-button switch to be plugged into the module to control the “Valet” mode for both the AstroStart alarm and the antitheft application. It is also a part of the Paging system. “Valet” mode: Press the push-button for more than 3 seconds with the key ON and the engine NOT running.
Detailed programming of the control module Programming procedure Programming is accomplished using 9 Dipswitches incorporated into the module or a programming console that communicates with the control module through the receiver connector. This console is called Multitest II and can also be used as a diagnostic tool. I.e.: alarm code, start fail codes. Programming is very simple once you have programmed your first module.
Programming Tables In the following tables, the shaded option is the default setting. TRANSMITTER CODE LEARNING STAGE 1 - LEVEL 1 5 6 7 8 9 Initiate STAGE 2 of programming Initial Programming Reset DEFAULT SETTING: Transmitter Learning Normal operation Normal Operation AUTOMATIC TACH LEARNING CANNOT BE PROGRAMMED UNTIL INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE Note: Vehicle engine has to be warmed up before doing any programming.
ENGINE CONFIGURATION STAGE 1 - LEVEL 3 Default settings: Circuit P2-5 (Orange/White) is use to monitor: the Parking Light Glow plug delay: 15 seconds Parking Light or Glow Plugs circuit polarity2: Positive Ignition: Turned Off between crank attempts Hood pin switch: N.C. Circuit P2-5 (Orange/White) used to monitor Glow Plug delay Parking Light or Glow Plugs circuit polarity *2 Ignition circuit status between crank attempts Hood Pin switch type *3 5 6 7 8 9 Parking Light Glow Plug *1 15 sec. 30 sec.
PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUTS 1, 2, 3 & 4 STAGE 1 - LEVEL 5, 6, 7 & 8 Output 1: P2 Connector, Pin 13 Brown wire Default setting: Pulse before start DEFAULT LEVEL Pulse Before Start (Default Output #1) 5 Pulse After Shutdown (Default Output #2) 6 5 6 7 8 9 Ground While Running Park Lights Pulse After Startup Pulse on 2nd Unlock Output 2: P2 Connector, Pin 14 White/Blue wire Default setting: Pulse after shut-down Ignition Accessory Starter Trunk Release (Default Output #3) 7 Pulse after Ignition Off (1 m
PROGRAMMABLE RELAY STAGE 1 - LEVEL 9 P5 Connector Default setting: Ignition 5 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 Pulse Before Start Pulse After Shutdown Active While Running Parking Lights Pulse After Startup Pulse on 2nd Unlock Ignition Accessory RELAY ACTIVATE BY CONTROL UNIT Starter Trunk Release Pulse after Ignition Off (1 min.
DURATIONS: UTILITY 1 & 2 & PANIC STAGE 1 - LEVEL 11 Utility 2 = 0.7 sec. 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 0.7 sec. Default settings: Utility 1 = 0.7 sec. 5 Utility Duration 1 Panic duration = 30 sec. 15 sec. 1 minute 8 minutes 0.7 sec. Utility Duration 2 15 sec. 1 minute 8 minutes Panic Duration 30 sec. 60 sec.
ALARM STAGE 1 - LEVEL 14 5 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 Alarm Disabled Default settings: AstroStart Alarm: Disabled AstroStart Alarm Chirp: Enabled Additional sensor programmed in: Other Sensor OEM alarm detection through the horn (Alarm Link): Disabled Active Arming Semi-Passive Arming Passive Arming Chirp Additional Sensor configuration OEM alarm detection (Alarm Link) Enabled Disabled Other sensor Trunk supervision Disabled Enabled-See page 9 REMOTE SETTING STAGE 1 - LEVEL 15 Default
STAGE 2 ACCESSORY & PARKING LIGHT RELAY DEFAULT LEVEL STAGE 2 - LEVEL 1 AND 2 5 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 Pulse Before Start Accessory Output P4 Connector, Pin 2 Default setting: Accessory Pulse After Shutdown Activated While Running Parking Lights 2 Pulse After Startup Pulse on 2nd Unlock Ignition Accessory (not available on P4-3) 1 Starter Trunk Release Pulse after Ignition Off (1 min.
Diagnostic Codes When the module is in operating mode (ready to start), the LED may display different diagnostic codes for troubleshooting. It flashes a certain number of times (see table) after an unsuccessful attempt to remote start or after a runtime interruption. The numbers of flashes depend on the reason for shutdown. Codes can also be read on the parking lights after a request from the remote. See the “Table of commands” in the owner’s guide.
VERIFICATION OF INSTALLATION Make sure that the module is set to desired mode, Automatic Transmission , at Stage 1 - Level 16 of programming or Manual Transmission before proceeding with main harness test. STEP 1: ENGINE TAKEOVER TEST (CONTINUOUS MODE) This test will help you verify if all required vehicle circuits are properly powered up with the remote start. Programming should be performed before attempting to check the system since some outputs (e.g.
POST-INSTALLATION AND SECURITY TESTS When installation is complete, check all safety devices. Make sure that the engine does not start or that it stops when: disabling switch is in "OFF" position; hood is opened; engine speed exceeds 3000 RPM; (if programmed in Stage 1 - level 12) brakes are applied. Also check that all functions/devices operate normally during a remote start.
CODE LEARNING OF TRANSMITTER (S) ALL REMOTES INCLUDED IN ASTROSTART REMOTE STARTER KITS ARE FACTORY PROGRAMMED. THERE IS NO NEED TO PROGRAM THEM AT THE INSTALLATION. Remote programming can be done in two different ways: WITH THE DIP SWITCHES The easiest and fastest way, when you have access to the control module, is by the Dipswitches. Simply put the Dipswitch #8 to ON and press the brakes.
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