Automobile User Manual
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Glossary of Terms
Control Unit:
 The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the 
dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor which monitors 
your vehicle and controls all system functions.
Failsafe® Starter Kill:
 An optional automatic switch controlled by your 
system which prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking whenever the 
system is locked. The vehicle is never prevented from cranking when 
the system is unlocked, in Valet Mode, or if the starter kill switch itself 
fails. Your system has feature-ready circuitry for the starter kill, however 
installation may require additional labor and parts.
LED:
 indicator on your remote control when a button is pressed. 
Remote control:
 A hand-held device which operates the various func-
tions of your system.
Valet Button:
 A small push button mounted at a discretionary location 
inside the vehicle. It is used to override the Failsafe
®
 Starter Kill when a 
remote control is lost or damaged.










