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INSTALLATION GUIDE
HK18
Designed by Installers for Installers
© 2019 Directed, Vista CA
This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only! Attempts to install this
product by a person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle's
electrical system and components.
2019-09-20
Directed Digital
Solutions

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  • Page 1 Directed Digital INSTALLATION GUIDE Solutions HK18 Designed by Installers for Installers © 2019 Directed, Vista CA This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only! Attempts to install this product by a person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s electrical system and components.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warning! Safety first ........................3 Introduction ............................ 4 Pre-installation and application warnings ..................4 Vehicle application guide ......................5 Wiring connections ......................... 6 Main power harness (H1), 12-pin thick gauge connector ............... 6 Auxiliary output harness (H2), 16-pin black connector ..............6 Analog harness (H3), 18-pin white connector ................

  • Page 3: Warning! Safety First

    Do not allow anyone to stand in front of or behind the vehicle. This product should not be installed in any convertible vehicles, soft or hard top with a manual transmission. Installation in such vehicles may pose certain risk. Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    (if applicable), bypass interface, and convenience. This guide provides information on the installation of the module using HK18. If you would prefer using this system as a digital solution, go to www.directechs.com and search for the make, model and year of the vehicle. This will allow you to find the proper firmware and corresponding installation guide.

  • Page 5: Vehicle Application Guide

    DL: OE Door Lock & Alarm Controls FOB: Sync CAN Interface w/ FOB Remote PK: Transponder & Immobilizer Override RS: Remote Start & Engine Controls SS: Integrated Security & Monitoring ST: Function/Feature Status Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 6: Wiring Connections

    If these outputs are not used by the firmware, they can be configured by the installer when the module is flashed. Note that they are low current and a relay may be necessary. Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 7: Analog Harness (H3), 18-Pin White Connector

    If these outputs are not used by the firmware, they can be configured by the installer when the module is flashed. The Green wire is only required for starter disable and anti-grind applications. Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 8: Installation (Wiring Diagrams & Vehicle Wiring Reference Charts)

    Black, pin 2 Green, pin 1 (white conn. rear of fuse box - (+) Starter: Ignition Interr.: plug E) White, pin 3 Pink, pin 40 Fuse 5A (+) Ignition: Pink, pin 4 Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 9 EM11, driver kick panel. Accessory Interrupt Orange ICU junction block, rear of fuse box - plug E. White Ignition Interrupt Pink ICU junction block, rear of fuse box - plug E. White Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 10: Type 2

    (+) Starter: Black ICU Junction Block or Pink, pin 3 Fuse 5A (white conn. rear of fuse box - plug (G).) (+) 12V: White, pin 5 (+) Ignition: Green, pin 4 Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 11 EM11, driver kick panel. Accessory Interrupt Pink ICU junction block, rear of fuse box - plug G. White Ignition Interrupt Gray/Orange ICU junction block, rear of fuse box - plug G. White Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 12: Type 3

    Black, pin 2 Green, pin 1 (white conn. rear of fuse box - (+) Starter: Ignition Interr.: plug E) White, pin 3 Pink, pin 40 Fuse 5A (+) Ignition: Pink, pin 4 Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 13 EM11, driver kick panel. Accessory Interrupt Orange ICU junction block, rear of fuse box - plug G. White Ignition Interrupt Pink ICU junction block, rear of fuse box - plug G. White Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Module

    Before connecting the Directed Digital Solutions, it is important to ensure that the proper feature and function programming is selected using the configuration wizard. Visit www.directechs.com to use the latest version of the online tool. Flashing a module using your computer: 1.

  • Page 15: Optional Sensors

    DO NOT connect the SmartStart 2-pin power harness when using the Directed Digital Solutions. Power and ground will be provided by the D2D connector on main module. Refer to the SmartStart documentation for further details. Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 16: Module Programming

    DATA Tach: Firmware using DATA Tach, the tachometer is preprogrammed for the vehicle and no further action is required. For instructions on how to adjust tach or use Virtual tach, see page 20 (not needed with hardwired or data tach applications).

  • Page 17: Led Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    (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. received. Flashes green Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 18 The vehicle was detected as moving, which prevents the system from shutting it down. Flashes red x 4 Analog error codes Description Troubleshooting DEI feature error. A feature config file mismatch was detected. Please contact Technical Support. Flashes red, green & orange Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 19: Soft Reset

    After 3 seconds the LED turns ON solid orange. Keep holding the programming button until & & the LED flashes red, then orange slowly. Solid Hold Flashes Release the programming button. The LED turns ON solid red. & Release Solid Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 20: Learning The Tach (Not Needed With Virtual Tach)

    Important! After successfully learning Virtual Tach, a small minority of vehicle starters may over crank or under crank during remote start. Use the VirtualTach Fine tune feature in the configuration wizard to adjust the starter output time in 50mS increments to compensate for such an occurrence. Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 21: Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty

    This product may be covered by a Guaranteed Protection Plan (“GPP”). See your authorized Directed dealer for details of the plan or call Directed Customer Service at 1-800-876-0800. (920-10011-01 2011-06) Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 22: Quick Reference Guide

    Press & hold for 1 second to remote start. * Press & hold for 5 seconds to activate the trunk release (optional). * Icon and remote appearance may differ depending on the model purchased. Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 23 The application enables a “Cloud-Connected Car” like never before, providing 2-way interaction with your vehicle. Connectivity is managed through the Directed Cloud Services (DCS) network linking car, app, end user, and the Internet. For more information, visit www.mysmartstart.com. Notes Directed Digital Solutions HK18 © 2019-09-20 Directed. All rights reserved.

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