Contents Introduction Vehicle function compatibilities Pre-installation and application warnings Installation Wiring diagram Wiring diagram (alternative installation) Locating components in the vehicle Locating components in the vehicle (alternative) Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver (alternative) OEM Immobilizer - Removing the center console Vehicle connections SmartStart/XL202 installation notes Connecting the module...
Introduction DB3 is an all-in-one door lock and override module. This guide supports the installation of a DB3 in Remote Start Ready (RSR) mode. This solution may offer up to three (3) configuration options to control your system: 3x OEM Lock Remote Start Activation (if applicable, refer to the “Vehicle function compatibilities” below), RF System or SmartStart (all sold separately).
Pre-installation and application warnings Firmware notes: This section highlights important information for this specific firmware and will assist in pricing accordingly, as well as bringing awareness to any operational or vehicle limitations. T-Harness Keys required for Keys required for compatible programming operation Important!
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Wiring diagram Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( There are two possible installation methods for this vehicle. The alternative wiring diagram and information can be found following this method.
Wiring diagram (alternative installation) Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( Comfort System Module (blue/white conn. in left rear quarter panel, below fuse box) HS CAN 2 Low: You can connect to either a Orange/Brown, pin 1 HS CAN 1 High: Blue/Green, pin 6...
Immobilizer interface Immobilizer interface (alternative installation) For vehicles with Keyless Entry you must remove battery from OEM key (the OEM remote may differ from For vehicles with Keyless Entry you must remove battery from OEM key (the OEM remote may differ from the models shown in the illustrations).
OEM Immobilizer - Removing the center console in Audi Q7 Step 1: Gently pry and lift rear plate of center console. Step 2: Remove Torx screws on both ends. Step 3: Pull out rear trim of center console. Step 4: Remove Black 6 pin connector.
Vehicle connections The connection information listed below is specific to the 2020 Audi Q7 (Smart Key). Refer to “Pre-installation and application warnings” for a list of important notes. Data 14-pin blue connector (H1) Module Connects To Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color H1/1...
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Output 12-pin red connector (H2) Module Connects To Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color H2/1 Black/White No Connection No Connection H2/2 Green/Black (-) PTS Output Rear of Center Console, black 17 pin plug, pin 1 Yellow/Gray (PTS 1 Rear of Center Console, black 17 pin plug, pin 2 alternate) Rear of Center Console, black 17 pin plug, pin 3...
SmartStart/XL202 installation notes The DB3 Remote Start Ready (RSR) solution offers three (3) configuration options to control your system: 3x OEM Lock Remote Start Activation, RF Kit or SmartStart (both sold separately). This section provides specific installation information for SmartStart and XL202.
Connecting the module Important! Make all the required connections to the vehicle, as described in this guide, and double check to ensure everything is correct prior to moving onto programming. Note: Before connecting either the XL202 or SmartStart module to DB3, it is important to ensure that the proper feature and function programming is selected using DirectLink (version 4.5 or higher).
Module programming Refer to “LED diagnostics and troubleshooting” for more information and for troubleshooting purposes. Connect the 10-pin, 12-pin and 14-pin harnesses to DB3, then wait until the LED turns ON solid red. Important! Do NOT depress the brake pedal. Press the Push-to-Start (PTS) button once to turn the ignition ON.
LED diagnostics and troubleshooting This section provides LED diagnostics and troubleshooting information to guide you through the various stages of your installation. Module Programming Description Troubleshooting Make sure the D2D harness is connected and that 12 Volt is present between the red and black Module has no power.
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Active Ground When Running (Status) Description Troubleshooting Ground When Running (Status) command The module has initialized the remote start sequence. received. Flashes green Ignition ON command received. The module has received the Ignition ON command and is processing the remote start sequence. Flashes red &...
Parking light error codes The parking lights on your vehicle will flash a specific number of times 3 seconds following an unscheduled shutdown. Each flashing pattern is described below. Flashes Diagnostic Runtime expired. Over-rev shutdown. Low or no RPM. Shutdown without remote. Brake shutdown.
Feature programming To enter feature programming routine: 1. Turn the ignition ON, then OFF. 2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold the programming button until the LED turns ON orange (after 3 seconds). 3. Release the Programming button. 4. The LED will flash green once slowly to indicate the feature number is 1. After a short delay, the LED flashes red rapidly to indicate the current option of feature 1 (e.g.
Feature and option list It is recommended to configure all the features and options listed below using the configuration tool found on the module flashing page at www.directechs.com. The web offers more options; however, manual configuration of the features is possible using the information on this page.
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• Aftermarket remote. Press the Remote Start button on the transmitter.* • Directed SmartStart application via your smartphone. & The parking lights will flash once to indicate the Parking lights flash x1 If applicable, you can also start the engine remotely by pressing the Lock button 3 Press Remote vehicle is now in Pit Stop Mode.
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SmartStart compatible Note that the information below is for many Viper, Clifford, Python, Avital, Automate, This system is compatible with Directed SmartStart. For a complete list of supported Autostart and AstroStart models. Icons and commands may differ depending on the features, please visit www.mysmartstart.com.
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