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Installation Guide
Notice
The manufacturer will accept no responsibility for any electrical damage resulting from improper installation of the product, be
that either damage to the vehicle itself or to the unit. This unit must be installed by a certified technician using all safety devices
supplied. Please note that this guide has been written for properly trained ProStart technicians: a certain level of skills and
knowledge is therefore assumed. Please review the installation guide carefully before beginning any work.
Warning
Before installing the unit, if installing on a vehicle with a manual transmission, test that the OEM Door Switch contacts of the
vehicle work well, and that the Parking Brake system operates properly. If installing on a vehicle with an automatic
transmission, test that the vehicle does not start when the gearshift lever is in the "Drive" position. If it starts in gear, reset the
remote starter to manual transmission.
CT-4211TW, CT-4311TW
TWO-WAY AUTOMATIC/MANUAL
TRANSMISSION REMOTE STARTER
WITH VIRTUAL TACH SYSTEM
(AS PRG-1000 COMPATIBLE)
34-0793 | CT-4211TW
34-0794 | CT-4311TW
2015-08-21
- VM -
Canada

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  • Page 1 This unit must be installed by a certified technician using all safety devices supplied. Please note that this guide has been written for properly trained ProStart technicians: a certain level of skills and knowledge is therefore assumed.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents LED Flashing ..........24 Introduction ..........3 Safe Start ............ 25 Engine Run Time ........25 Included in the Package ......3 Idle Mode ............ 25 Installation Tools ........3 Turbo Mode ..........25 Engine Type – Gas or Diesel ...... 26 Installation Points to Remember .....3 Ignition Valet ..........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction This is a state-of-the-art remote car starter system. The system is packed with advanced features such as priority access to the driver’s door (commodity features) and the Safe Start children safety feature. With many advanced functions, this product will satisfy any one of your expectations from high-end commodity and security systems, without neglecting any standard feature commonly offered by entry-level starters.

  • Page 4: Installation Order

    Also, the neatness of the installation is lessened every time the module is taken down and the wiring is “corrected”. Visit www.prostart.org to obtain a copy of your vehicle’s tech sheet. (wire colors and locations) • Before you get started, make sure the vehicle starts and idles properly with the Ignition key, and that the •...

  • Page 5: A Basic Introduction To The Relay

    When all the wires have been tested and found, they can be stripped to expose the wire (over one inch of • insulation should be removed). It is always better to strip more than you need. A common way cold solder joints happen is when not •...
  • Page 6 How does a relay work? The basic relay consists of a coil and a set of contacts. The most common relay mechanism is the electromagnetic mechanism. When voltage is applied to the coil, current passes through the wire and creates a magnetic field.
  • Page 7 Powering multiple wires from one source safely Example: Powering a second ignition Problem: You need to power multiple ignition wires to remote start the vehicle, but your module only has one ignition output available. Solution: You will need to add a second ignition relay to power the second-ignition wire. (Jumping ignition 1 to ignition 2 is never recommended Always use a relay.
  • Page 8 The Relay Connections 85: Connects to the start module's trunk release output wire. This becomes the negative side of the coil. 86: Connects to a fused +12 volts source. This becomes the positive side of the coil. 87: Connects to a fused +12 volts source. This becomes the supply for the positive trunk release. 87A: No connection.

  • Page 9: Clutch Bypass

    Clutch Bypass In order to remote start a manual transmission vehicle, the clutch switch must be bypassed. Clutch safety switch circuits can take many forms. Listed below are the most common ones. When testing to determine the type of clutch circuit, it is recommended to use a computer safe logic probe. Some vehicles may also have a separate or combined switch on the clutch pedal for cruise control.

  • Page 10: Harness Description

    wire. The relay's positive trigger wire will only show positive when the pedal is pressed (some vehicle's also require the Ignition system to be powered). To confirm you have Positive system, hot wire the positive trigger wire by jumping it to a 12 volt source with your fused test jumper. You should now be able to turn the key to the start position and engage the start motor, without pressing in the clutch pedal.

  • Page 11: 5-Pin Secondary Harness

    This wire is for powering the heater blower motor. It is usually classed as an ACC. (no power in the CRANK position.) if it tests as an IGNITION (power in ORANGE (+) the crank pos.) then power it as an IGNITION (5th relay, or extra relay). 30 A Warning! Some vehicles have more than one ACC wire at the IGNITION switch Accessories...
  • Page 12 GREEN (–) Programmable 500 mA, 7/10sec., 4sec., double 1/4 sec. pulse or 1/10sec Unlock negative output. output 500 mA ground output when the button is pressed. This output is activated WHITE / 500 ms before the LOCK pulse and deactivated at the same time as the LOCK BROWN pulse ends.

  • Page 13: 3-Pin Harness

    This input should be used in vehicles that use a negative-switching Dome Light circuit. Connect to a wire that tests ground with a door open. GRAY (–) CAUTION! You can only use either the NEGATIVE DOOR INPUT or the Negative POSITIVE DOOR INPUT wire.

  • Page 14: Auxiliary Relay

    Auxiliary Relay Fifth Relay Output Remote car starters of this series are equipped with an on-board high-current programmable 5 relay that can be used to power a second ignition, accessory or crank wire. The unit uses 3 sets of pins; each set corresponds to a specific function of the output.

  • Page 15: Manual Or Automatic Transmission

    Manual or Automatic Transmission This module may be installed on vehicles with manual or automatic transmissions. By default, it is configured for manual transmissions. If the vehicle you are working on is automatic, it is mandatory to make a few quick and easy modifications before the unit is connected.

  • Page 16: Entering Programming Mode

    Entering Programming Mode This allows the installer to program the unit. Once the system is in programming mode, the installer will have up to 20 seconds to select one of the sub-menus. If the installer fails to select a sub-menu before the 20-second delay, the system will exit programming mode.

  • Page 17: Transmitter Programming Procedure

    Transmitter Programming Procedure Enter programming mode (page-15) - the parking lights will stay on for up to 20 seconds. Before the lights go out, turn the ignition key to the Ignition On (Run) position and immediately to the OFF position. button and keep it down until the parking lights flash 5 times quickly.

  • Page 18: Programming Option

    Programming option * Indicates default setting MODE 1 FUNCTION 1 Ignition-controlled door locks OPTION 1* Ignition-controlled door locks DISABLED OPTION 2 Ignition-controlled door locks ENABLED OPTION 3 Ignition-controlled door unlocks ONLY OPTION 4 Ignition-controlled door locks ONLY FUNCTION 2 – Secure Lock OPTION 1* Secure lock DISABLED OPTION 2...

  • Page 19: Transponder Learning Feature

    * Indicates default setting MODE 3 FUNCTION 1– Home Valet OPTION 1 Home Valet ENABLED OPTION 2* Home Valet DISABLED FUNCTION 2 – AUX 1 Programming OPTION 1 Horn confirmation upon the 2nd press of the LOCK button OPTION 2* Priority door access OPTION 3 Horn confirmations upon the 1st press of the LOCK button...

  • Page 20: Virtual Tach System

    Press and hold the brake and then press • The parking lights will turn ON confirming the accessing of the “Transponder learn mode”. Release the brake and then turn the Ignition OFF.** • The parking lights will turn OFF. • There will be a delay of 3 seconds before the remote starter activates IGN, ACC, 5 relay and Ground Out for up to 5 minutes.

  • Page 21: Tach Learning

    Tach Learning Tach Jumper Settings Some new vehicles have a higher TACH voltage threshold, which would fall out of the normal TACH trigger circuit of the remote car starter. Changing the jumper to TACH Threshold HIGH will allow the module to properly detect the TACH signal.

  • Page 22: Setting The Unit Into Ready Mode

    Setting the Unit into Ready Mode If the vehicle has a manual transmission you must read the following indications. The unit must first be set to Ready Mode in order to start the vehicle by remote. If the unit is not set to Ready Mode, it cannot remote start the vehicle.

  • Page 23: Horn Timing Adjustment

    Horn Timing Adjustment Follow these steps to adjust horn pulse timing: Enter programming mode (page-16) - the parking lights will stay on for up to 20 seconds. Press and hold the brake pedal, then simultaneously press the buttons  the horn will chirp 5 times.

  • Page 24: Installation-Programmable Features

    2) Active Mode: To arm the Starter Kill, press the button on the transmitter. The parking lights will flash once. The LED on the antenna will flash slowly. iii) If remote door locks are installed, this will also lock the doors and arm the OEM-style alarm. To disarm the Starter Kill, press the button on the transmitter.

  • Page 25: Safe Start

    Safe Start This feature will eliminate accidental remote starts, e.g. when children are playing with the transmitter. Safe start enabled: If this feature is enabled, the user must press the button twice within 3 seconds to remote-start the vehicle. Swap start: This feature swaps the AUX 2 activation command with the remote start command. It means that pressing the button will activate AUX 2 while the AUX 2 activation button combination will remote start the vehicle.

  • Page 26: Engine Type - Gas Or Diesel

    Press the button; this will lock the doors, arm the OEM-style alarm (if configured|) and confirm that the vehicle is in Turbo Mode. The engine will shut down after 60 seconds. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, follow all steps of the Ready Mode routine (page-22) to activate Turbo Mode.

  • Page 27: Constant Output

    Horn Confirmation: AUX 1 can be programmed to trigger the horn every time the button is pressed, or when the button is pressed twice within 3 seconds. When horn confirmation is activated, panic mode is enabled. If horn confirmation is disabled, panic mode will not be available. Negative Accessory Output: AUX 1 can be programmed as negative Accessory output which is required for certain vehicle models.

  • Page 28: Aux 3

    AUX 3 This 500 mA negative AUX 3 output (trunk output) can be used for many different applications. The output can be programmed to give a 1-sec. or to give a continuous output as long as the button is held down. 1-sec.

  • Page 29: Multi-Car Operation

    Note: For Hardware 5.0 and higher, there can only be one bypass connected to the unit. Multi-Car Operation This option allows the owner of two vehicles, both equipped with identical systems, to control both systems with only one remote transmitter. (See user guide for operation) Note: See transmitter programming section on how to learn the transmitter to the second car.

  • Page 30: Parking Light Flashes Summary Table

    Hood wire is active. • Note: The installer can also use the PRG-1000 to diagnose shutdown and remote start failures. Refer to the PRG-1000 manual guide. Parking Light Flashes Summary Table Parking lights flashes Description Doors locked. • Trunk released. •...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range

    Troubleshooting Poor Transmitting Range In order to ensure optimal range, the antenna should be installed at least 7.5 cm (3 in.) from the roof – 2.5 cm (one inch) below the tint strip is generally the best location. Install the antenna as far as possible from radio antennas, GPS, Onstar®...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting Q&A

    Troubleshooting Q&A The following are some common installation related issues. A problem or symptom is given and then possible solutions and/or suggestions as to areas to verify are enumerated. I cannot program the remote control. Do the parking lights come on when you open the hood? (Does the hood pin work?) •...
  • Page 33 The car starts, the heater works but not the air conditioning system. Missing second accessory (common on some Fords) • The CHECK ENGINE light comes on and the vehicle doesn't shift, it feels sluggish. Missing second ignition. (common on some GMs) •...

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