Contents Introduction Vehicle function compatibilities Pre-installation and application warnings Installation Wiring diagram with T-Harness (THHYN3) Wiring diagram Locating components in the vehicle Vehicle connections Module programming Programming WITH HS CAN & FT CAN connections & WITH Transponder Immobilizer Programming WITH HS CAN & FT CAN connections & WITHOUT Transponder Immobilizer Module programming for security-only installations Pairing remotes Connecting the module...
Introduction This guide provides information on the installation of the DS3/DS3+ and DS4/DS4+ modules as a digital solution. Using these modules in a digital configuration require the module to be flashed with vehicle specific firmware. Refer to our website (www.directechs.com) and click on the DIRECTLINK text in the header for additional information.
Pre-installation and application warnings This section highlights important information for this specific firmware and will assist in pricing accordingly, as START HERE well as bringing awareness to any operational or vehicle limitations. Compatibilities and Requirements T-Harness Keys required for Keys required THHYN3 programming for operation...
Wiring diagram with T-Harness (THHYN3) Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( DS4+ Ignition Switch THHYN3 (Optional T-Harness) 8-Pin White Connector Parking Lights (-) Parking Lights Output: Lt. Green/Black Refer to the “Vehicle connections”...
Wiring diagram Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( OBDII Diagnostic (connector side view) C-CAN High: pin 6 C-CAN Low: pin 14 HS CAN Low: Tan: 1 HS CAN High: Tan/Black: 2 B-CAN Wires HS CAN 2 Low: Orange/Brown: 3...
Vehicle connections The connection information listed below is specific to the 2013 Hyundai Sonata. Refer to “Pre-installation and application warnings” for a list of important notes. Data harness, 8-pin white connector (H1) Module Connects To Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color Connection...
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Module Connects To Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color Connection H2/22 Violet/White (AC) Tach input No Connection Main harness, 12-pin black connector (H3) Module Connects To Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color Connection H3/1 Blue/White driver kick, white 43 pin plug, pin 10 data blue (EMS COM) Remote Start...
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Module Conn./Pin Color Description H5/1 RF Loop H5/2 RF Loop D2D harness, 4-pin white (1) and black (2) connectors (H6) Module Conn./Pin Color Description H6/1 Blue (Data) TX H6/2 Black (-) Ground H6/3 Green (Data) RX H6/4 (+) 12 Volt Temperature sensor harness, 2-pin black connector (H7) Module Connects To...
For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, make sure the gearshift lever is in the neutral position. DS3+: Connect the 12-pin main power harness to the DS3+ module FIRST. Wait until the LED turns ON solid red before proceeding to the next step.
For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, make sure the gearshift lever is in the neutral position. DS3+: Connect the 12-pin main power harness to the DS3+ module FIRST. Wait until the LED turns ON solid red before proceeding to the next step.
Connect the 12-pin main power harness to the module. DS3+ DS4+ DS3+: Wait until the LED turns on solid red then proceed to the next step. DS4+: The LED turns ON solid blue for 1 second to confirm Bluetooth communication. Must connect...
Note: Connected devices become registered within 4 to 6 seconds. 8556T Temperature Sensor The 8556T Temperature Sensor is optional, but included with your DS3+/DS4+ module. When used, the Temperature Sensor must be plugged into the 2-pin black connector of your module.
Loops Pigtails DO NOT connect the Directed SmartStart ® 2-pin power harness when using the DS3+/DS4+. Power and ground will be provided by the D2D connector on the module. Refer to the Directed SmartStart ® documentation for further details. D2D port configuration Caution! Do not connect the Control Center (antenna) or any digital sensors (8504D) to the white D2D1 port.
S2000, Mazda Miata, and other such vehicles. This system supports manual transmission installations. Refer to “Directwire” section at www.directechs.com for further information on vehicle-specific wiring connections. When flashing the module for Manual Transmission on the Directechs website: In the Remote Start Features section, select the desired configurations for Manual Transmission Initialization & Manual Transmission Completion.
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 wires. If Module has no power.
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External Module Synchronization Description Troubleshooting OBDII feature not supported. The diagnostic data bus was not detected, therefore the SmartStart features will be limited. (Flashes red, red, then orange) x 10 Active Ground When Running (Status) Description Troubleshooting Ground When Running (Status) command The module has initialized the remote start sequence.
If required for your installation, connect all the harnesses to the module, EXCEPT the 12-pin main 12-pin harness power harness. Press and hold the programming button, then connect the 12-pin harness to the module. DS3+: Wait 3 seconds until the LED turns ON solid orange then release the programming button. & &...
Tach learning procedure (not needed with Virtual Tach) Data Tach: The procedure is not required as the tach comes preprogrammed. However, it is strongly recommended to learn the exact value of the vehicle for the most consistent and reliable starting and functionality. Hardwired Tach: The procedure is required.
Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty VOXX DEI LLC (the Company) warrants to the original purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or work- manship within the Lifetime from the date of original purchase in the original vehicle, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with new or reconditioned product, (at the Company’s option) without charge for parts or repair labor.
Quick Reference Guide (customer copy) Pit stop/idle mode Sending commands to your vehicle Stop the vehicle in a safe parking spot and put the gear gear in in Park (P). Whether you want to remote start the engine, lock/unlock the doors or pop the trunk, there Park are 3 possible ways you can send commands to your vehicle, using the: Press the Remote Start button on the transmitter.*...
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SmartStart Bluetooth compatibility (DS4/DS4+ ONLY) ® ® This system is equipped with a Bluetooth ® version of Directed SmartStart ® offering up to 200' of range. The simple graphical interface gives you control over the following features of your installed remote start system or security with remote start system: Lock/Arm ...
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