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Code Alarm CA 521 Installation Instructions Manual
Code Alarm CA 521 Installation Instructions Manual

Code Alarm CA 521 Installation Instructions Manual

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CA 521 Installation Instructions
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION STRONGLY RECOMMENDED
Installation Precautions:
Roll down window to avoid locking
keys in vehicle during installation
Avoid mounting components or
routing wires near hot surfaces
Avoid mounting components or
routing wires near moving parts
Tape or loom wires under hood
for protection and appearance
Use grommets when routing wires
through metal surfaces
Use a voltmeter for testing and
verifying circuits
FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including any interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note:
Do not install this system on a vehicle
that is not equipped with the following:
• Automatic Transmission
• Fuel Injection
• Ignition / Shift Interlock
Technical Support
http://techservices.codesystems.com
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Kit Contents
(1) - CA-521 Control Module
(2) - 4 Button High Frequency Transmitters
(1) - Receiver with Pushbutton and LED
(1) - Multi Pin Input/Output Harness
(1) - Six Pin Harness
(1) - 2 Pin Door Lock Harness
(1) - Hood Pin Switch
(1) - Remote Start Warning Label
(1) - Literature Package
(800) 421-3209
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Summary of Contents for Code Alarm CA 521

  • Page 1 CA 521 Installation Instructions PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION STRONGLY RECOMMENDED Kit Contents Installation Precautions: (1) - CA-521 Control Module (2) - 4 Button High Frequency Transmitters Roll down window to avoid locking (1) - Receiver with Pushbutton and LED keys in vehicle during installation...
  • Page 2 CA 521 SYSTEM LAYOUT L.E.D PORT ANTENNA PORT PROGRAM BUTTON PORT ANTENNA PORT PROGRAMMING BUTTON PORT L.E.D. PORT TRACKING PORT BLUE --------------------- (-) UNLOCK GREEN ------------------ (-) LOCK DATA INTERFACE PORT BLACK/YELLOW ------ PULSE DURING CRANK (-) GREEN/WHITE -------- PULSE AFTER SHUTDOWN (-) LT.
  • Page 3 1. SIX PIN POWER HARNESS Battery Power 1 (RED) Battery Power 2 (RED) Locate the vehicle battery wire(s) at the ignition switch. Verification: These wires will register voltage in all positions of the ignition switch. Connect the RED wires to the vehicle’s battery wire. Note: Remove the 30 Amp fuse out of each fuse holder until the installation is complete IMPORTANT! If the vehicle is equipped with more than one battery wire at the ignition switch, connect the RED...
  • Page 4 2. THIRTEEN PIN HARNESS Chassis Ground Source (-) (BLACK) Connect the BLACK wire to a solid chassis ground point using the supplied ring terminal and 1/2” long screw. Scrape away paint from the grounding point to ensure a good connection. The recommended grounding point is a painted metal surface in the driver’s side kick panel area.
  • Page 5 2. THIRTEEN PIN HARNESS, CONTINUED Parking Light Polarity (+/-) (WHITE/RED) Parking Light Output (+/-) (WHITE) Positive Switching Parking Lights: Locate the parking light output wire at the vehicle’s light switch. Verification: This wire registers positive voltage when the parking lights are turned on. Connect the WHITE/RED wire to a 15 Amp max fused battery source.
  • Page 6 At Instrument Panel GRAY/BLACK (+) Diesel Wait-To-Start Wire 1N4004 Diode Vehicle Control Module Ground For Negative switching circuits follow the diagram below. Use Code Alarm part HDRLY (an SPDT relay, not included). Ignition Wait-To-Start Bulb At Instrument Panel GRAY/BLACK (+) Diesel...
  • Page 7 X CUT VATS Control Module Ignition 3 output, see the diagram on the left below. Use Code Alarm part HDRLY (an SPDT relay, not included). Accessory 2/3 output, see the diagram on the right below. Use Code Alarm part HDRLY (an SPDT relay, not included).
  • Page 8 Connect the ORANGE/RED wire to the vehicle defrost wire if the system is negative. If the system is positive, connect the ORANGE/RED wire as shown in the diagram below. Use Code Alarm part HDRLY (an SPDT relay, not included). Fused +12 Volt...
  • Page 9 Locate the vehicle’s second starter (crank) wire at the ignition switch. (If equipped) Verification: This wire registers voltage only in the start (crank) position of the ignition switch. Connect the BLACK/YELLOW wire as shown in the diagram below. Use Code Alarm part HDRLY (an SPDT relay, not included).
  • Page 10 Verification: These wires will rest at ground and register positive voltage when the lock/unlock switches are activated. Connect the GREEN and BLUE wires shown in the diagram below. Use Code Alarm part HDRLY (an SPDT relay, not included). Fused +12 Volt...
  • Page 11 Verification: This wire will show variable positive voltage or ground when the switch is activated. Please consult the wire and location chart for specific resistor values and polarity for your vehicle. Connect the GREEN and BLUE wires shown in the diagram below. Use Code Alarm part HDRLY (an SPDT relay, not included).
  • Page 12 This 4 pin port is used for Code Alarm Door Lock and Transponder Databus Interfaces to communicate with the vehicle's Databus. When using the DBI port to control the Code Alarm Door Lock and Transponder Interface modules the following options may be available. Please refer to the D2D (Data to Data) function list available per vehicle on the tech service web site.
  • Page 13: System Programming

    6. SYSTEM PROGRAMMING Transmitter Programming 1. Enter the vehicle and turn the ignition key to the ON position. 2. Press and release the programming switch 3 times. The dash mounted LED will flash 1 time and the parking lights will flash 1 time, indicating the system is ready to accept programming for LOCK.
  • Page 14 6. SYSTEM PROGRAMMING, CONTINUED Programming Selectable Features 1. Enter the vehicle and turn the ignition key to the ON position. 2. Press and release the programming switch 3 times. 3. Immediately turn the ignition key OFF, then back ON. 4. Press and release the programming switch 2 times. 5.
  • Page 15: System Testing

    7. SYSTEM TESTING Hood Pin Safety Shutdown The Hood Pin Switch Safety Shutdown is to prevent the remote start system from being activated while a mechanic or vehicle owner is performing routine maintenance. To test the integrity of this circuit: 1.