IC Dynamics RS160 User Manual

Remote start system

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FOR USE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION VEHICLES ONLY!
Do not use the remote start function when parked in an enclosed area or without sufficient ventilation, as carbon
monoxide build up may occur, resulting in serious injury or death. It is the operator's responsibility to use the
remote start function in a safe manner, so make sure to place the system into valet mode if the vehicle is being
serviced or if it is being used by an unfamiliar driver.
STANDARD FEATURES
The system's standard features include:
• 4-button remote transmitter
• Extended range receiver w/built-in LED sta-
tus indicator & valet switch
• Flashing parking lights
• Auto cold Start feature
• Stop & go feature
• Programmable engine run-time
• Hood & brake pedal safety inputs

OPTIONAL FEATURES

This system has optional features that may
require additional parts and/or labor. Please
contact your dealer for more details.
• Remote keyless entry (door lock/unlock)
• Remote trunk/hatch release
Note: Some features may not be appropriate
for certain vehicles.
REMOTE TRANSMITTER BUTTONS
Button 1
Button 3
Transmitter Icons
RS160 REMOTE START SYSTEM
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Button 2
Button 4

SYSTEM OPERATION

DOOR LOCKING*
To lock the doors press button 1:
• The parking lights flash once.
• The horn honks once.*
• The doors lock.*
• The LED begins flashing after 5 seconds.
*Optional Feature
LOCK BUTTON WINDOW ROLL UP*
This feature rolls up the windows and closes
the sunroof on some late model vehicles.
To activate the Window Roll Up feature:
1. Press and release button 1 to lock the
doors.
2. Press and hold button 1 again until the
windows and sunroof are closed.
• The LED flashes once.
• The parking lights flash once.
• The doors lock.*
The optional Window Roll Up feature acti-
vates long as button 1 is held. This feature
rolls up the windows and closes the sunroof
on some late model vehicles.
*Optional Feature
DOOR UNLOCKING*
To unlock the doors press button 2.
• The parking lights flash twice.
• The horn honks twice.*
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  • Page 1: System Operation

    RS160 REMOTE START SYSTEM FOR USE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION VEHICLES ONLY! IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE Do not use the remote start function when parked in an enclosed area or without sufficient ventilation, as carbon monoxide build up may occur, resulting in serious injury or death. It is the operator’s responsibility to use the remote start function in a safe manner, so make sure to place the system into valet mode if the vehicle is being serviced or if it is being used by an unfamiliar driver.
  • Page 2: Auxiliary Output

    • The doors unlock.* vate. If button 2 is held, the output will † remain on for up to 5 seconds to close • The dome light turns on.* power sliding doors, etc. • The LED stops flashing. *Optional Feature CAR LOCATOR FEATURE †...
  • Page 3: Remote Starting The Vehicle

    REMOTE STARTING THE VEHICLE • The engine will remain running. To remote start the vehicle press button 4. To resume driver control: • The parking lights flash once. 1. Turn on the ignition. • The horn honks once. 2. Press the brake pedal. •...
  • Page 4: Safety Features

    Disengaging the Auto Cold Start feature: 2 transmitter for 3 seconds. Any of the following actions will cancel the To Start- Press buttons 3&4 together on Car Auto Cold Start feature: 2 transmitter. Press and hold buttons 1 & 3 together for 3 seconds or press the brake pedal or turn the ignition on.
  • Page 5 Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN the supplied in-line fuse holder, connect to the vehicle’s battery or alternate power This system is compatible with electronic source with a minimum 30 Amp supply. fuel injected engines only! Not intended for use with carbureted engines. •...
  • Page 6 • BROWN WIRE - Factory Alarm Disarm tive glow plug wire systems will show +12V output (-) 250mA. Connect to the wire that when the glow plug (wait-to-start) light is on, requires a ground pulse to disarm the fac- then show ground when the light turns off. tory alarm.
  • Page 7: System Programming

    SYSTEM PROGRAMMING To reset all functions to their default settings: Entering Programming 1. Within 3 seconds, turn the ignition on, To enter System Programming: off, on, off and leave on. 1. Within 3 seconds, turn the ignition on, 2. Press the valet switch. off, on, off and leave on.
  • Page 8: Programmable Features

    which then allows button 3 (normally used Menu 2 for Auxiliary 1) to be used for the optional 1. Valet Mode Timing. Sets the length of time Car Locator feature (see Page 2). The second the valet switch must be held in order to option is for use as a negative (-) Starter out- enter the valet mode- 15 or 5 seconds.
  • Page 9 options for use with Hybrid cars, plus the feature 2 again and repeat until proper operation is achieved. default setting for tach or tachless operation. 3. Under Crank Adjustment. To correct an Hybrid Car 1: Requires connection to a fuel under crank condition, use setting 3 to injector, coil pack or crank position sensor.
  • Page 10 Setting 3: Gasoline Engine / (+) Glow Plug tics of the engine, without connection to the Monitor Mode. This is the default setting for vehicle’s tach wire. This feature allows faster all gas engines. For vehicles with a wait-to- installation, but may not be work as well with start wire that shows +12V when the indica- all vehicles, or in extreme temperatures.
  • Page 11: Remote Start

    will properly operate. To manually learn the 2 times to confirm tach learning. tach setting: • If the tach wire is not connected, the lights will flash and horn will honk 4 1. Press and hold the brake pedal. times to confirm tachless learning. 2.
  • Page 12: Adding Transmitters

    ADDING TRANSMITTERS To add a new transmitter to the system have the desired transmitters ready and follow the Code Learning sequence. To enter Code Learning Mode: 1. Within 3 seconds, turn the ignition on, off, on, off and leave on. 2.
  • Page 13: Door Lock Wiring Diagrams

    RELAY WIRING DIAGRAMS POSITIVE TRIGGER NEGATIVE TRIGGER DOOR LOCK WIRING DIAGRAMS NEGATIVE TRIGGER POSITIVE TRIGGER ADDING ACTUATORS REVERSE POLARITY...
  • Page 14 NOTES...
  • Page 15: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Bill of Sale or other dated proof of vehicle or its contents. IC Dynamics • 18250 Harwood Avenue Unit #1 • P.O. Box 1699 • Homewood, IL 60430 • 708-922-0500 • 800-624-0500 Installlation Questions? Call 800-624-0500 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Central Time...
  • Page 16: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM IC Dynamics • 18250 Harwood Avenue Unit #1 • P.O. Box 1699 • Homewood, IL 60430 • 708-922-0500 • 800-624-0500 © 2009 64-652 rev2 01/10...

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