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REMOTE CONTROLLED ENGINE STARTER
WITH BUILT-IN
ALARM SYSTEM
MODEL RS-504
Designed for use in all manual
transmission , gasoline or diesel
powered, fuel injected vehicles
(Carbureted or throttle-assisted
vehicles require an optional
solenoid kit). Do not install
in vehicles equipped with
an automatic transmission.
Made in Canada by:
ASTROFLEX Inc.
Patents Pending
Patent No. U.S.
4.345.554
Patent No. CDN
1.130.426
193-504-121-00 4L25
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- Page 1 REMOTE CONTROLLED ENGINE STARTER WITH BUILT-IN ALARM SYSTEM MODEL RS-504 Designed for use in all manual transmission , gasoline or diesel powered, fuel injected vehicles (Carbureted or throttle-assisted vehicles require an optional solenoid kit). Do not install in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
MODULE INSTALLATION ............................21 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................22 START FAIL CODES ..............................23 RS-504 MODULE ................................ 23 SND-1 MODULE................................. 23 ALARM SYSTEM RS-504 ............................24 FACTORY DOOR SWITCH INTERFACE ........................24 SIREN INSTALLATION ..............................25 SHOCK SENSORS................................26 INTEGRATED SHOCK SENSOR........................... 26 INTERNAL WARNING BUZZER .......................... - Page 3 EXITING THE INSTALLER PROGRAMMING MODE ....................40 RS-504 PROGRAMMING ............................41 INSTALLER PROGRAMMING CODES—CONFIDENTIAL..................42 SND-1 MODULE................................. 43 USER PROGRAMMING CODES RS-504 ........................44 RS-504 RESPONSE CODES ............................45 CONTROL MODULE ..............................45 SND-1 MODULE..............................45 RS-504 ALARM INFRACTION CODES ........................45 RS-504 COMMAND CODES............................
- Page 4 • Expose the under dash wiring on the drivers side by removing any panels blocking access. • Find a suitable location under the dash for the ASTROSTART™ module. Do not locate close to any moving parts (brake pedal, steering column, gas pedal, etc...).
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Page 5: System Installation
SYSTEM INSTALLATION SYSTEM INSTALLATION STEP 1 RUNNING WIRES INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT RUNNING WIRES INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT RUN THE FOLLOWING WIRES INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT: RUN THE FOLLOWING WIRES INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT: • BLK/RED (harness #253) hood pin switch •... -
Page 6: Temperature Sensor Installation
The Temperature Sensor monitors the engine temperature at all times. When selected by remote control this sensor will activate the ASTROSTART™ system when the temperature falls below a certain temperature. The engine will automatically start and run for ten (10) minutes. This feature is used to maintain engine temperature in times of extreme cold. -
Page 7: Tach Wire Connection
R.P.M becomes too high. The RS-504 will display the tach pulses after enabling the function via the programming mode. •... -
Page 8: B) The Multicoil Distributorless System
Connect the BLK/GRN wire to one (1) of the ignition coils. • Program your ASTROSTART™ system to the setting corresponding with the number of cylinders that each ignition coil services. eg. A three coil, six cylinder vehicle would be set for two (2) cylinders. -
Page 9: Clutch Switch Overriding
STEP 6 CLUTCH SWITCH OVERRIDING CLUTCH SWITCH OVERRIDING In most manual shift transmission vehicle’s, the clutch must be held down to start the vehicle. Your remote starter must simulate this operation. It is necessary to add a relay that shorts the clutch contacts only when starting by remote. -
Page 10: Starter Relay Wire Switching
STARTER RELAY WIRE SWITCHING IGNITION KEY DARK BLUE CLUTCH PEDAL STARTER SWITCH +12vdc +12vdc STARTER RELAY BLACK BROWN +12vdc 2 ND relay for special applications. Eg: alarm overriding, carburetor solenoid, etc..DIAGRAM # 2 If the special application is used for something else. It is possible to double this output , using a relay in parallel. See diagram # 2 (dashed lines). -
Page 11: Main Harness Connection
RED - Main Battery Power (+12V Input) Locate the largest gauge +12V power source at the IGNITION key harness. Solder the RED wire to this circuit. This is the main power supply to the ASTROSTART™. ORG - Ignition Output (+12V Output before, during, and after cranking) Locate the largest gauge wire that shows +12V when the key is in both the RUN and START positions.♣... -
Page 12: Main Harness Test
PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH THIS STEP, MAKE SURE THAT THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER IS IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION, THE HAND BRAKE IS FUNCTIONAL AND PROPERLY APPLIED. STEP 8 MAIN HARNESS TEST MAIN HARNESS TEST Once you have made all the necessary connections to harness #251, you are ready to proceed with a quick test of these circuits. -
Page 13: Main Harness Troubleshooting
MAIN HARNESS TROUBLESHOOTING MAIN HARNESS TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE DOES NOT CRANKS: • You may have connected to the wrong starter circuit. • The vehicle may require a second starter circuit.♠ • DK BLU wire may be damaged, or not connected correctly. ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT START: •... -
Page 14: Disable Switch Mounting And Location
DISABLE SWITCH MOUNTING AND LOCATION HARNESS #401 HARNESS #401 • The ASTROSTART™ disable switch is used to interrupt or disable system operation. Mount this switch where it is easily accessible to the drivers seat. • Connect it to the SND-1 module’s connector “B”. -
Page 15: Snd-1 Module Installation
STEP 12 SND-1 MODULE INSTALLATION SND-1 MODULE INSTALLATION HAND BRAKE HAND BRAKE This connection monitors the hand brake status. It disables the system when the hand brake is not applied or released. Most vehicle’s hand brake monitoring circuits use negative switching. (ground when hand brake is applied). To avoid any ground feed-back from the vehicle’s circuitry, you must add a diode in the circuit following the diagram below. -
Page 16: Sensor Installation
SENSOR INSTALLATION SENSOR INSTALLATION RECEIVER INSTALLATION RECEIVER INSTALLATION HARNESS “R” ON THE SND-1 MODULE Ø Disassemble the center console surrounding the transmission shifter, and the hand brake lever. Ø Locate two suitable location on the floor, close to the transmission shifter, where it will be possible to fasten the two receivers (fig. -
Page 17: Transmitter Installation
Ø Once you have determined the location where all the components will be installed, you may continue with assembling the fixture. Ø Refer to the following diagram to assemble the two receivers on their fixture. Ø Then fasten both receivers at the base of the transmission shifter on the pre-selected location, making sure that visual contact with the transmitters will be possible once installed. -
Page 18: Sensor Alignment
SENSOR ALIGNMENT SENSOR ALIGNMENT A perfect alignment of the sensors is extremely important. There are different ways to do so at your disposal: ALIGNMENT USING THE L.E.D. Ø The SND-1 module has two LEDs to adjust the sensor’s position. One per sensor pair. Ø... -
Page 19: Alignment Verification
ALIGNMENT VERIFICATION Ø When every adjustment is made, put the tie wraps in place around the transmitter fixtures, and thigh lightly. Ø Check when slightly moving the shifter in every direction that at least one LED shuts off. Ø Check that both LED’s shuts off when the transmission shifter is in gear. See diagram below. Zone where at least ONE... -
Page 20: System Programming
STEP 13 SYSTEM PROGRAMMING SYSTEM PROGRAMMING The following section outlines "Basic Starter Installation Programming". All ASTROSTART™ models require certain vehicle, and system configuration parameters to be entered prior to testing the system. PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES: • Turn to the " Installer Programming" section on page 42. -
Page 21: Main Installation Test
STEP 14 MAIN INSTALLATION TEST MAIN INSTALLATION TEST Installation of the main functions of the ASTROSTART™ sould be completed at this point and must be tested to ensure that all safety overrides are properly functioning. • Close the hood and fully open one window. -
Page 22: Module Installation
TEST FOR THIS CONDITION IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER: • Start the engine using the ignition key. • Turn off the key to stop the engine, remove key. • Exit the vehicle, lock the doors and arm the factory alarm. • Wait at least one minute. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
ENGINE CRANKS FOR A FULL CYCLE, BUT STARTER GRINDS AFTER ENGINE STARTS: • Tach setting may be programmed for too many cylinders. • Tach wire 253 is damaged shorted, cut or not soldered. • Reduce the starter cut-off speed by programming “START LOW” • • RS-504 5,13 START LOW I1 A,C DIGITAL DASH DOES NOT ILLUMINATE: •... -
Page 24: Start Fail Codes
The L.E.D. on the main switch indicate a special code when the engine failed to start by remote. Codes are represented by sequence of double blinks, see listing bellow. On the RS-504 you must send the command 4A to display codes on the L.E.D. or 4B to display codes on the tail lights. -
Page 25: Alarm System Rs-504
• Impact • Motion • Proximity • Pin Switches (trunk) #251 & #253 - The alarm system also monitors the following ASTROSTART™ connections already made during the basic system installation. The following circuits are monitored: • Vehicle ignition • Brake pedal •... -
Page 26: Siren Installation
The siren and its wiring will be the first target for anyone breaking into the vehicle. Once siren connections have been made route the siren wiring into the vehicle through the same grommet used for the rest of the ASTROSTART™ wiring. CONNECTION •... -
Page 27: Shock Sensors
This enables the system to detect several possible intrusion scenarios (glass breaking, collision, etc...). This feature can be switched on or off by remote control. The RS-504 shock sensor works in two ways: • Mild impact will cause the vehicle horn to sound a warning tone. -
Page 28: Internal Warning Buzzer
INTERNAL WARNING BUZZER INTERNAL WARNING BUZZER The warning buzzer is activated during programming ("BUZZER ON/OFF", Installer Programming Mode). A repeating beep is heard up to six feet away from your vehicle when the alarm system is armed. This feature is designed to warn individuals that your vehicle is protected by an alarm system. -
Page 29: Optional Wiring And Accessories
It can also be used to acknowledge the receipt of certain commands. This interface can be made at the horn button or at the horn itself. The ASTROSTART™ system activates an internal relay connected to harness #255. -
Page 30: Rear Window Defroster Activation
Connect BLK/GRN wire to the high temperature or low oil pressure warning indicator. This input allows the ASTROSTART™ to shut the engine off if an abnormal condition is detected. Note: The BLK/GRN wire can be programmed to accept a positive (+) or negative (-) input ("INSTALLER PROGRAMMING MODE"). -
Page 31: Door Lock Interface
DOOR LOCK INTERFACE OPTIONAL ACCESSORY, PART #310-062-501 OPTIONAL ACCESSORY, PART #310-062-501 The ASTROSTART™ DL-3 door Lock Driver Modules connect to the auxiliary port #001. This module provide several remote controlled options with their integrated power relays. REMOTE CONTROLLED OPTIONS REMOTE CONTROLLED OPTIONS •... -
Page 32: Special Applications
Some vehicles require two separate wires of the same types. When testing the circuits at the steering collumn you will find two wires that indicates voltage at the same times in the: starting, accessories or run cycle.As the ASTROSTART™ RS-504 system only has one dedicated output for this function you must interface the second circuit independently. -
Page 33: Dual Parking Light Circuits
DUAL PARKING LIGHT CIRCUITS DUAL PARKING LIGHT CIRCUITS Some vehicles use a separate right and left parking light circuit. This is common in European vehicles such as: BMW, Mercedes, VW, etc...). These circuits must be kept isolated. This is accomplished by using isolation diodes. -
Page 34: Overriding Factory/Aftermarket Anti-Tefth Systems
• Wait for at least one minute • Start the engine by remote control • Unlock the door by remote control ( this applies only to door lock interface via ASTROSTART™, if the doors are controlled by the Factory/Aftermarket alarm system disregard this step). -
Page 35: Factory & Aftermarket Alarm Override
Complete instructions are included with the DL-3 module. part # 310-062-501 REARMING PROCEDURE Note: If you want your ASTROSTART™ system to also arm the factory system you will need to install a DL-3 module. The DL-3 module installation manual includes complete instruction for arming and disarming factory alarm systems. -
Page 36: Aftermarket Alarms
There are two main problems that can occur when an aftermarket alarm equipped vehicle is started via ASTROSTART™. • When your ASTROSTART™ system activates the vehicles Ignition circuit the alarm may perceive it as some one attempting to hot wire the electrical system. This will cause the alarm system to trigger. -
Page 37: System (Gm Vehicles)
This factory feature is overridden once a door is opened. The ASTROSTART™ system may cause the radio to operate for 10 minutes after shutting the engine off. Use harness #254 and program for the "RAP" (Installer Programming mode) mode to turn the interior lights on after the engine is shut off. -
Page 38: Code Learning Of Additional Transmitter
CODE LEARNING OF ADDITIONAL TRANSMITTER CODE LEARNING OF ADDITIONAL TRANSMITTER Up to three additional transmitters can be added to the ASTROSTART™ system, in addition to the original transmitter. The security code for the supplied transmitter has already been programmed into the control module in all four memory locations. -
Page 39: Glossary
CARBURATOR TYPES CARBURATOR TYPES While the ASTROSTART™ is primarily designed for use with fuel injected vehicles, it can be programmed to simulate throttle pulses for use with carburated vehicles. (a solenoid must be installed on the throttled linkage). CARB UNIV - this setting presses the accelerator pedal once prior to cranking and then during cranking until the engine starts. -
Page 40: Control Module Programming
Programming the RS-504 is accomplished by entering commands via the remote control. The ASTROSTART™ RS-504 is highly flexible and can be programmed in a wide variety of configurations, so the programming looks far more difficult than it really is. It is important to carefully read and understand the steps to initiating the programming before attempting to program a vehicle. -
Page 41: Entering The Installer Programming Mode
ENTERING THE INSTALLER PROGRAMMING MODE: ENTERING THE INSTALLER PROGRAMMING MODE: Only qualifed installers should enter this mode. Settings are to be chosen at the time of installation according to the vehicle’s specifications (carburator mode, alarm override mode, tach signal programming, ect.) Since only a few parameters will need to be changed from the factory preset program, the installer is not required to enter programming commands in any specific order. -
Page 42: Rs-504 Programming
RS-504 PROGRAMMING RS-504 PROGRAMMING DEFINITION: LED: Numeral codes generated by a series of single and double blinks on the main switch L.E.D. The first digit is represented by the single blink sequence and the second digit is represented by the double blinks sequence. -
Page 43: Installer Programming Codes-Confidential
RS-504 PROGRAMMING RS-504 PROGRAMMING INSTALLER PROGRAMMING CODES—CONFIDENTIAL INSTALLER PROGRAMMING CODES—CONFIDENTIAL Use this section if you are enabling more than just the starter functions LED LCD PRESS DESCRIPTION 1CYL One cylinder engine 2CYL Two cylinder engine 3-4CYL Three or four cylinder engine... -
Page 44: Snd-1 Module
Diesel mode OFF DIESEL ON Diesel mode ON. For diesel engines (use ASTROFLEX™ Diesel tach sensor) CODE LEARN Code learning of ASTROSTART™ transmitter security code RESET Reset program to factory preset values (shaded entries) PULSE ARM OFF Disable pulse on ARM output of DL-3 module PULSE ARM ON 4A&B... -
Page 45: User Programming Codes Rs-504
Enable internal alarm buzzer BUZZER OFF Disable internal alarm buzzer ACTV ALARM Set ASTROSTART™ inalarm in active mode (alarm option) PASV ALARM Set ASTROSTART™ inalarm in passive mode (alarm option) PASV ENTRY 30s Set entry delay to 30 sec when alarm is in passive mode... -
Page 46: Rs-504 Response Codes
BLINKS REASON FOR FAILURE TO START Stopped by transmitter. Stopped when brake pedal was pressed. Stopped when ASTROSTART™ alarm tripped, or by SND-1 module {. Stopped due to low or undetectable engine RPM. Hood is open. Transmission not NEUTRAL position.{ Ignition key is in the ON position . -
Page 47: Rs-504 Command Codes
RS-504 COMMAND CODES RS-504 COMMAND CODES PRESS DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGE Start or stop vehicle (continuous mode) park lights flash Lock doors & arm alarm without siren chirp (dome light OFF) park lights flash Unlock doors & disarm alarm without siren chirp (dome light ON) -
Page 48: Rs-504 Refecence Card
RS-504 REFECENCE CARD RS-504 REFECENCE CARD ORANGE YELLOW GREEN START START START, ONLY WITH REAR STATUS FINDER/ STOP, WITH WINDOW HORN ROLL UTILITY CODES SHUTS OFF CONTINUOUS HORN, DEFROSTER, (JOKE) WINDOWS OUTPUT DISPLAY ALARM MODE CONTINUOUS STOP, MELODIES DOWN WITHOUT... -
Page 49: Rs-504 Wiring Diagram
RS-504 WIRING DIAGRAM RS-504 WIRING DIAGRAM RS-504 WIRING CHART RS-504 WIRING CHART PAGE 48 193-504-121-00 4L25... -
Page 50: Part List
Control Module 310-504-100 SND-1 Module 310-067-100 Transmitter with battery 310-052-104 Receiver 310-058-105 Power (disable) switch 310-050-401 Siren 107-050-500 Hardware kit RS-504 310-050-200 Hardware kit SND-1 310-067-200 Owner's manual 193-504-221 Guide de l’usager 193-504-211 Refecence Card 193-414-223 Carte de référence 193-414-213...