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®
REMOTE CONTROL
ENGINE STARTER
USER MANUAL
Models 903U & 701U
For all gas- and diesel-
powered vehicles
(FRANÇAIS AU VERSO)
CONSULT SAFETY PRECAUTION SECTION
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
SOME FEATURES MAY REQUIRE
ADDITIONAL MATERIAL (NOT INCLUDED).
OS
PATENT N
Manufactured in Canada by:
CAN 2,105,426
USA 5,614,883 – 5,617,819 – 5,673,017 – 6,087,996
AND OTHER PATENTS PENDING
July 2005 193-127-318-00
Printed in Canada
All rights
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GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS This device complies with the requirements of Industry Canada (IC) - Management of Radio Frequencies, as specified in document CNR-210. Its use is authorized only on a no-interference, no-protection basis; in other words, this device must not be used if it is determined that it causes harmful interference to services authorized by IC. In addition, the user of this device must accept any radio interference that may be received, even if this interference could affect t
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING AN ASTROSTART REMOTE CAR STARTER! Like you, Astroflex is concerned with the environment. This is why we are suggesting that you use the two-minute runtime when you remote-start your vehicle to warm up engine fluids. Ask your dealer. We take this opportunity to remind you to properly defrost your windows and remove all the snow on your vehicle before driving on public roads. Rolling igloos are extremely dangerous! We wish you an excellent journey with your
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before using this product, carefully read the following safety precautions. GENERAL RULES • Never perform a remote start when a person or animal is inside the vehicle. • Do not allow any person or animal to remain inside the vehicle when the engine is running under remote starter control (continuous mode). • Immediately report any malfunction to the AstroStart dealer that performed the installation. • Under no circumstance can this product or its use be modified. • A
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SAFETY SEQUENCE FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLES Your remote starter was designed to force you to perform a series of actions that will ensure that the gearshift lever is in neutral position when you exit the vehicle. This series of actions is called a "Safety sequence" and is aimed at preventing any remote start in situations where remote starting the engine would not be safe. Should the hatchback or any door be opened at any time, the intrusion will be detected and the safety sequence w
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THE REMOTE CONTROL Your remote control works off two small 3 volts lithium batteries ( CR2016). See your dealer for replacement batteries or additional remote controls. The range of your remote control can be affected by a weak battery, interference from nearby metal structures, hydro poles, or crowded parking lots. With its electronic CODE LEARNING feature, up to four remote controls can be programmed for your vehicle. USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL To ensure that commands are tra
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CONFIRMATION In all cases, your remote starter will confirm that a command has been received properly by flashing parking lights. The horn provides certain confirmations when connected to system (requires optional wiring and material). In this manual, confirmation signals are written in an abbreviated form; for example: (lights: 2) means that parking lights will flash twice. Confirmations are explained in more detail under each command. START COMMANDS START / STOP (701U) The Start-Sto
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CONTINUOUS MODE | The “Continuous Mode“ function allows to remove the key from the ignition while leaving the engine running. This convenient feature allows you to leave the vehicle for short periods of time while the climate controls remain on. To access Continuous Mode, send start command AUTOMATIC (Model 701U - Model 903U ) while engine is idling. TRANSMISSION Parking lights, engine and preset accessories will remain on VEHICLES for the duration of the programmed runtime.
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LOW TEMPERATURE MODE (Model 903U only) In Low Temperature (Sentinel) mode, system starts your engine Low temperature level is set to automatically when temperature falls below a preset level -5°C (23°F) -20°C (-7°F) (programmable during installation). See table. Factory default setting is shaded. -15°C (5°F) -30°C (-22°F) Engine will run for programmed runtime (see table), after which system Engine runtime (Low temp mode) is set to will wait 2½ hours and then start engine
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UNLOCK Press the button. Doors are unlocked and parking light flashes twice to confirm command has been received. The “Unlock“ function can be programmed and connected in such a way that the first Unlock command only unlocks the driver's door, while a following Unlock command unlocks the other door(s). Dome light will turn on for 30 seconds every time (optional connection during installation): • Unlock command is sent. • Engine is stopped (ignition switch). • Continuous mode is activa
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PANIC (903U only) Panic mode is used to attract attention if you are in difficulties. This command will not be executed if engine is kept running by ignition key. Use the stop command to abort panic mode or depress brake pedal. Press and hold, for at least 4 seconds, any of the , (OPTION 1), OR (OPTION 2) buttons. This command activates parking lights, horn, and dome light, depending on which is connected to system, for 30 seconds or 60 seconds depending on programming during ins
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GEARSHIFT CHECK APPLICABLE TO AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION VEHICLES If key must be in ignition for gearshift to be moved out of P, your vehicle is safe as long as keys are kept away from children. If, on the other hand, gearshift can be put in gear without the key being in the ignition, proceed with this simple check. • Put gearshift in gear (D). • Remain in the vehicle and be ready to apply brakes. • Start vehicle with remote starter. • Repeat these steps with gearshift in every position othe
