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INSTALLATION GUIDE
FORD12
Designed by Installers for Installers
© 2017 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.
2017-08-17
Directed Digital
Solutions

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  • Page 1 FORD12 Designed by Installers for Installers © 2017 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 compatible with specific Ford and Lincoln vehicles. It is a complete solution for remote start, security (if applicable), bypass interface, and convenience. This guide provides information on the installation of the module using FORD12. 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.

  • 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 © 2017-08-17 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 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

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

    These connections are only required if the corresponding statuses are not supported by the firmware. See "Vehicle application guide" on page 5 for a list of compatible features. Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

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

    (-) Hood Input: Gray: 3 (-) Parking Lights Output: Brown/Red (+) Siren Output: Brown: 17 (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 Siren Parking Light Interrupt: Pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 9: Wiring Diagram - With Oem Remote Start And Without T-Harness

    (+) Siren Output: Brown: 17 4: Yellow/Red: Parking Light Interrupt (vehicle side) 3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 Parking Light Interrupt: Pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 10: Wiring Diagram - Without Oem Remote Start And With T-Harness (Thfoc2)

    (-) Hood Input: Gray: 3 (-) Parking Lights Output: Brown/Red (+) Siren Output: Brown: 17 (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 Siren Parking Light Interrupt: Pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 11: Wiring Diagram - Without Oem Remote Start And Without T-Harness

    (+) Siren Output: Brown: 17 4: Yellow/Red: Parking Light Interrupt (vehicle side) 3: Brown/Red: (-) Parking Light Output Siren (-) Parking Lights: Gray or Yellow, pin 11 Parking Light Interrupt: Pin 4 Headlight Switch Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 12 MS CAN High (w/ Gray/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) MS CAN Low (w/ Violet/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 13 MS CAN High (w/ Gray/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) MS CAN Low (w/ Violet/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 14 MS CAN High (w/ Gray/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) MS CAN Low (w/ Violet/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 15 MS CAN High (w/ Gray/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) MS CAN Low (w/ Violet/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 16 MS CAN High (w/ Gray Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) MS CAN Low (w/ Violet Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 17 Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black Ground Black/Blue Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black HS CAN 1 High (w/o Green Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 18 MS CAN High (w/ Gray/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) MS CAN Low (w/ Violet/Orange Data Gateway module on OBDII connector. Black OEM Remote Start) Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 19: 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 20: 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 21: 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. Connect the 12-pin main power harness, and wait until the LED turns ON solid red.
  • Page 22 By default, the tachometer is preprogrammed for the vehicle. For instructions on how to Initialize tachometer program tach, see page 26. * Your aftermarket remote may differ from the model shown in the illustrations. You have successfully completed the module programming sequence. Directed Digital Solutions FORD12 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 23: 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 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.
  • Page 24 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 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 25: Soft Reset

    A module reset will only erase the steps performed in "Module programming" on page 21. 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 26: 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 © 2017-08-17 Directed. All rights reserved.

  • Page 27: 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 28: Quick Reference Guide

    Note that the information below is for many Viper, Clifford, Python, Avital and • Directed SmartStart application via your smartphone. Automate models. Icons and commands may differ depending on the model and options purchased. Refer to your authorized installation center for more specific If applicable, you can also start the engine remotely by pressing the Lock button 3 information.
  • Page 29 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 mobile device; using the SmartStart App from Directed, the leader in vehicle security and remote start.

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