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Model APS-921
Installation Manual
The selectable features can be set manually as explained below, or with the RF feature programmer.
To set features using the RF programmer, follow the instructions packaged with the programmer.
Factory default settings are indicated by bold text.
Note : The method of manual override can either be selected to operate from the valet switch or operate as custom code.
Be certain to place a check mark indicating the method used in the box loca
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To program these selectable features; Action System Response Turn ignition on No response Press and release the valet switch 3 times 1 Chirp - LED 1 flash Within 3 seconds, turn ignition Off Then On Short chirp, then long chirp This Action Accesses Feature Bank 2 Alarm Selectable Features First Press and release the valet switch 1 time 1 chirp = 1 second door lock & unlock Press transmitter Lock button to change 2 chirps = 3.5 second door lock & Unlock Press transmitter Lock button to change 3 c
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Page 3 128-8115 3 of 19 To exit program mode, turn ignition off, or press and release valet switch. RF Programmable Features Bank 3 Is Remote Start Selectable Features: Feature Selection 1 Chirp 2 Chirps 3 Chirps 4 Chirps 5 Chirps 6 Chirps 1st Defrost Output Not Available 2nd RF Start Chirp Not Available 3rd Run Time 5 Mins 10 Mins 15 Mins 20 Mins 4th Parking Lights On Steady Flashing 5th Input Check Voltage Tach DBI Input 6th Voltage Level >0.5V B4 Start < 0.5V B4 Start 7th Ign. 2 Select Off Du
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Action System Response Turn ignition on No response Press and release the valet switch 3 times 1 Chirp - LED 1 flash Within 3 seconds, turn ignition Off, On, Off, On Short chirp, then 2 long chirps This Action Accesses Feature Bank 3 Remote Start Selectable Features First Press the valet switch one time Not Available On This Unit Press transmitter Lock button to change or Second Press and release the valet switch Not Available On This Unit Press transmitter Lock button to change or Third Press a
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This Remote Start System is designed for use with Automatic Transmission Vehicles Only! The unit provides wait to start input for glow plug pre-heat which will be used for all diesel applications. If this wire is not connected, then the unit will remain in the Gasoline mode setting, which will crank the car when the RF signal is received with no delay. Regardless of the vehicle, Gasoline or Diesel, for every installation, the vehicle MUST HAVE a Tach Signal Input, and an Automatic Transmissi
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IMPORTANT! DO NOT PLUG THE SIX PIN MAIN POWER HARNESS OR THE MULTI PIN INPUT / OUTPUT HARNESS INTO THE CONTROL MODULE UNTIL ALL CONNECTIONS TO THE VEHICLE HAVE BEEN MADE. AFTER SELECTING YOUR TARGET WIRES AS DEFINED BELOW, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE FROM THE VE- HICLE BATTERY PRIOR TO MAKING ANY CONNECTIONS. WIRING THE 6 PIN MAIN POWER HARNESS: Note: Do not remove the fuse holders from this wire harness. Fuses must be used and located as close as possible to the power source for ad
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SEE NEUTRAL START SAFETY TEST FOR FURTHER DETAILS. BLUE WIRE: Ignition 1 Output Connect this wire to the ignition 1 wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show +12 volts when the ignition key is turned to the to the "ON" or "RUN" and the "START" or CRANK" positions and will have 0 volts when the key is turned to the "OFF" and "ACCESSORY" positions. For Diesel Applications, this wire must be connected to the ignition circuit that powers the glow plugs if the vehicle requires glow plug pre
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Connect this wire to the Accessory wire from the ignition switch. This wire will show + 12 volts when the ignition switch is turned to the "ACCESSORY" or "ON" and "RUN" positions and will show 0 volts when the key is turned to the "OFF" and "START" or "CRANK" positions. WIRING CONNECTIONS: 12 Pin Input / Output Harness Black Wire: Chassis Ground Source Connect the Black wire to a known vehicle ground source or to a solid clean metal part of the chassis. Be certain to remove any paint or greas
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Brake Switch Positive Shutdown Detail YELLOW w/ BLACK Tracer Wire: + 12 Volt Alarm By - Pass Output NOTE: You must disconnect the ignition input of the alarm from any other wire that it is presently connected to in the vehicle. This wire provides a + 12 Volt output when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position, and 0 Volts when the ignition key is “OFF” and when the vehicle is running under the control of the remote starter. This wire should be connected to the ignition
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the applications described below, a relay will be required. The Light Blue wire can be used to accommodate the following situations: A. Shock Sensor By Pass: If there is Shock Sensor used with an alarm system and it is not shunted during the Remote Start activation period, then vibration from the running vehicle can cause the alarm to trigger. In this case, connect the Light Blue Wire to terminal #86 of a external relay. Connect terminal #85 of the relay to a fused + 12 volt battery source.
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cases will operate properly from one multi coil pack regardless of the number of cylinders. If the vehicle has a single coil unit for each cylinder, it may be necessary to connect this wire to more than one cylinder for proper tach reference. See multi coil wiring detail shown later in this manual for additional information. Tachometer Input Wiring Detail Green/Yellow Wire: Diesel Wait To Start Input The Green/Yellow wire will connect to a diesel vehicles glow plug wire. When the unit receiv
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2 Pin Transponder Control Output: (Yellow Connector) This output is intended to allow the control of a transponder bypass interface module or transponder bypass relay. The system also allows software selections to control the way in which this output oper- ates, see remote start feature # 10 for setting this output. When the unit is selected for output during the start sequence, this output will be active at the same time Ign. 3 becomes active, and will remain active until the vehicle has start
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columns. The Green/Black wires should be connected to the negative (-) terminal of the respective cylinder number which appears in any of the circles. 2. For vehicles utilizing 2 cylinder firing per coil pack, connect Green/Black to the tach side of each coil pack. For 8 cylinder, four coil systems, connect to any of the three coils. 3. Connect the Yellow wire to a +12 volt ignition 1 source. This wire will have +12 volts with the ignition in the on and start position and have 0 volts with th
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To test the integrity of the Neutral Start Safety Circuit: 1. Set the vehicle parking brake. 2. Block the drive wheels to prevent vehicle movement. 3. Temporarily disconnect the Brown/Black positive shut down wire from the vehicle's brake switch. 4. Sitting in the vehicle, start the engine using the vehicle's ignition key. 5. Step on the brake pedal and shift the gear selector into reverse. 6. Allow the transmission to shift. When you feel the engine pull, do not move the gear selector jus
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prevent the vehicle with a Mechanical Neutral Start Switch from starting in gear. AUDIOVOX ADVISES THAT YOU MAINTAIN THE FACTORY CIRCUIT WHENEVER POSSIBLE. The following two circuits may be used only if the above circuit is not available. NOTE: When completing an installation using either of the following key in sensor circuits, if the operator inserts the ignition key while the vehicle is running under the control of the Remote Start, the vehicle will shut down. This must be explained to the
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METHOD 2 To connect to the key in sensor circuit as shown for method 2: A. Locate the control wire that connects the drivers door pin switch to the key in sensor switch. B. Cut this wire and connect the ignition cylinder side to chassis ground. C. Locate the key in sensor switch wire that connects the chime module to the ignition cylinder . D. Cut this wire and connect the ignition cylinder side to the Remote Start Negative Safety Shut down Wire Gray/ Black, using a 4002 series diode as shown ab
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COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION: After you have confirmed the operation of the Audiovox Remote Start unit and tested all the safety features of the system: 1. If you have not done so already, place the red rubber handle cover over the handle of the control switch for ease of identification. This will allow your customer to distinguish the Remote Start control switch from the program switch. 2. Mount the control module up and behind the dash securing it in place with cable ties or screws. Be cert
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