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Directed FORD12 Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
FORD12
Designed by Installers for Installers
© 2016 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.
2016-11-01
Directed Digital
Solutions

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  • Page 1 FORD12 Designed by Installers for Installers © 2016 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

    The following safety warnings must be observed at all times: • Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. • When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control. Therefore, never operate the system in an area that does not have adequate ventilation.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The FORD12 firmware for Directed Digital Solutions is a complete solution for remote start, security (if applicable), bypass interface, and convenience needs compatible with specific Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Warning! This module can only be programmed via the web tool, which can be found on www.directechs.com or using the Directechs Mobile application for smartphones.

  • Page 5: Vehicle Application Guide

    PK: Transponder & Immobilizer Override DL: OE Door Lock & Alarm Controls FOB: Sync CAN Interface w/ FOB Remote RS: Remote Start & Engine Controls SS: Integrated Security & Monitoring ST: Function/Feature Status Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 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 FORD12 © 2016-11-01 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 kill and anti-grind applications. Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

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

    3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 (-) Trunk Release Output: Pin 6 Trunk Release Switch Parking Light Interrupt: Black/Violet or Black/Blue, pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 9: Type 1 (Without Oem Remote Start)

    3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 Trunk Release Switch (-) Trunk Release Output: Pin 6 Parking Light Interrupt: Black/Violet or Black/Blue, pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 10 C2431 connector at Gateway Module on OBDII connector. Black Black or Trunk Release Output Gray/Yellow C2610 connector at trunk release switch. Brown Parking Lights Gray or Yellow Located at headlight switch. Black Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 11 C2431 connector at Gateway Module on OBDII connector. Black Power Liftgate Gray/Yellow C2269 connector at power liftgate switch. Black Parking Lights Gray Located at headlight switch. Black Parking Light Interrupt Black/Violet Located at headlight switch. Black Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 12: Type 2 (With Oem Remote Start)

    3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Parking Lights: Gray, pin 11 (-) Tailgate Release: Brown/Yellow, pin 1 Tailgate Release Switch Parking Light (cut): Black/Violet, pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 13: Type 2 (Without Oem Remote Start)

    3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Parking Lights: Gray, pin 11 (-) Tailgate Release: Brown/Yellow, pin 1 Tailgate Release Switch Parking Light (cut): Black/Violet, pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 14 C2431 connector at Gateway Module on OBDII connector. Black Tailgate Release Output Brown/Yellow C4499 connector at tailgate release switch. Black Parking Lights Gray Located at headlight switch. Black Parking Light Interrupt Black/Violet Located at headlight switch. Black Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 15: Type 3 (With Oem Remote Start)

    3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Trunk Release Output: Pin 6 (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 Parking Light Interrupt: Black/Violet or Black/Blue, pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 16: Type 3 (Without Oem Remote Start)

    3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 Trunk Release Switch (-) Trunk Release Output: Pin 6 Parking Light Interrupt: Black/Violet or Black/Blue, pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 17 Parking Lights Gray Located at headlight switch. Black Parking Light Interrupt Black/Blue Located at headlight switch. Black Green/Red Located at OBDII connector. Black Ground Black/Gray Located at OBDII connector. Black Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Module

    Manual or automatic transmission selection The yellow loop on the Directed Digital Solutions controls which transmission type the unit is configured for. The state of the loop (uncut or cut) when the main module is powered up will determine which type is selected.

  • Page 19: Optional Sensors

    When flashing the Directed Digital Solutions, make sure to pick the remote you will be using. This way the main module will have the necessary firmware to interact with the remote and Control Center (antenna) combination.

  • Page 20: Module Programming

    Connect all but the 12-pin harness Connect all the harnesses to the Directed Digital Solutions, EXCEPT the 12-pin main power harness. Must be connected LAST Connect the 12-pin main power harness, and wait until the LED turns ON solid red.
  • Page 21 Connect all but the 12-pin harness Connect all the harnesses to the Directed Digital Solutions, EXCEPT the 12-pin main power harness. Must be connected LAST Connect the 12-pin main power harness, and wait until the LED turns ON solid red.

  • Page 22: Led Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    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 Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 23 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 FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 24: Soft Reset

    A module reset will only erase the steps performed in "Module programming" on page 20. The firmware and settings flashed to the module will not be affected. Connect all but the If required for your installation, connect all the harnesses to the Directed Digital Solutions, 12-pin harness EXCEPT the 12-pin main power harness. Press and hold the programming button, then connect the 12-pin harness to the module.

  • Page 25: 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 FORD12 © 2016-11-01 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 26: Limited Lifetime Consumer Warranty

    Directed dealer, the unit was professionally installed and serviced by an authorized Directed dealer; the unit will be professionally reinstalled in the vehicle in which it was originally installed by an authorized Directed dealer; and the unit is returned to Directed, shipping prepaid with a legible copy of the bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase bearing the following information: consumer’s name, telephone number and address;...

  • Page 27: Quick Reference Guide

    Refer to your authorized installation center for more specific • Aftermarket remote. information. • Directed SmartStart application via your smartphone. Button(s) Actions If applicable, you can also start the engine remotely by pressing the Lock button 3 Press & hold for 1 second to lock.
  • Page 28 SmartStart compatible This system is compatible with Directed SmartStart. For a complete list of supported features, please visit www.mysmartstart.com. What is SmartStart? Now you can remote start, lock and unlock your car just by pushing a button on your smartphone; using the SmartStart App from Directed, the leader in vehicle security and remote start.

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