Operating the Code Alarm PROF50 / F50 Remote Start System

Operating the Code Alarm PROF50 / F50 Remote Start System

Programming Selectable Options

Note: Transmitters must be programmed prior to these steps.

1. Repeat steps 1-4 of Adding Remote Controls to Your System (page 7).
2. Press and release the emergency override button. The parking lights will flash four (4) times. This indicates that the unit has entered the Keyless Options Programming mode.
3. Press BOTH buttons to advance to the next feature. The parking lights will flash a number of times to indicate the number of the option.
4. Press the LOCK button to turn the option on or off. The vehicle status indicator on the dashboard indicates whether an option is on or off. If the selected option is ON, the indicator will light. If the selected option is OFF, the indicator will turn off. The status indicator will turn on or off when an option is changed.
5. When changes are complete, press and release the emergency override button to continue to the next option bank. (parking lights will flash five (5) times.)
6. To reset all options back to factory defaults, press the UNLOCK button. Note: Option Bank 4 Installer Options will never reset.
7. Turn ignition off to exit programming.

Using Your Remote Transmitter

Locking the Vehicle Doors: To lock the doors, press* the LOCK button. The parking lights will flash, indicating the system has locked the doors.

Unlocking the Vehicle Driver’s Door: To unlock the doors,only the vehicle driver’s door (if this option is selected), press* UNLOCK button. The the parking lights will flash, indicating the system has unlocked the doors.

Activating the Trunk Release Feature: Press and hold TRUNK to open the vehicle trunk or hatch (if equipped and connected). If this button is used to operate another accessory, the accessory will stay active for as long as the button is held.

Remote Start / Stop Feature: Press BOTH buttons on the remote control. If all safety parameters are correct, the engine will start within 5 seconds (diesel engines will take longer.) Press and hold BOTH buttons again to turn off the vehicle. (Turn to page 6 for more on remote start features.)

Using Your Remote Starter

Starting Your Vehicle: The remote start function is activated by BOTH buttons on the remote control. The system will check the vehicle to ensure that it is safe to start, and if all safety parameters are correct, the engine will start within 5 seconds (diesel engines will take longer.) Press and hold BOTH buttons again to turn off the vehicle.

If your vehicle stalls or does not start...If the vehicle stalls or does not start, the PROF50 / F50 will pause 5 seconds, then try 3 more times to start the vehicle (a total of four attempts). The system pauses 5 seconds between each start attempt. If the vehicle does not start after the fourth attempt, the PROF50 / F50 will abort the start process. Your vehicle can be started by remote control whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked.

Remote Start Safety Features: For safety and security reasons, the PROF50 / F50 will shut off the vehicle during remote start if any of the following occur:

• The vehicle hood is opened
• The brake is pressed before the vehicle ignition is turned on with the key
• The engine reaches 3 times its normal idle*

As a safety precaution, the vehicle will shut off if left unattended for 12 or 25 minutes, depending on the time preset by your installer.

Entering the Vehicle While It is Running via Remote Start:

1. Enter the vehicle. Do not press the brake pedal.
2. Insert the key into the ignition and turn to the ON position.
3. Press the brake pedal. The remote starter disengages and the vehicle will operate normally.

Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle: Before exiting the vehicle, set the temperature controls to the desired setting and operation. After the PROF50 / F50 starts the vehicle, the heater or air-conditioning will activate and heat or cool the interior to your setting.

Using the “Quick-stop” Feature: If you want to make a short stop and leave your vehicle running (to keep the interior warm or cool, for instance), the quick stop feature allows you to do this while keeping your vehicle secure and your keys with you. To engage quick stop:

1. While vehicle is running, place the transmission in PARK.
2. With your foot off the brake pedal, press BOTH buttons on the remote control. The parking lights will turn on, indicating that the vehicle is now running via remote start.
3. Remove the keys from the ignition and exit the vehicle. Press ARM to arm the alarm system if desired.

Note: Do not leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle when using the quick stop feature.

System Maintenance

Changing the Remote Control Battery: The 12-volt alkaline battery supplied in your remote transmitter should last approximately one year, depending on usage. When the battery begins to weaken, you will notice a decrease in range, or the distance from your vehicle that your remote transmitter will operate. Follow the instructions below to change the remote transmitter battery.

1. Using a coin pry off the back of the transmitter (the transmitter snaps together) and expose the battery.
2. Remove the old battery and replace with GP-23A or equivalent. Be sure to observe the (+) and (-) signs in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the case backing, then test the remote transmitter. It is not necessary to re-program the remote transmitter after changing the battery.

Adding Remote Controls to Your System: The PROF50 / F50 has the ability to operate from up to four (4) remote controls. Follow these instructions to add a remote control to your system.

1. Make sure the system is disarmed and the ignition is off.
2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Turn vehicle ignition on.
4. Press and hold emergency override button. After 15 seconds, the parking lights will flash three (3) times. This indicates that the unit has entered the remote control programming mode.
5. Release the button.
6. Press “BUTTON 1” on the remote control to be programmed. The parking lights will flash once, indicating that the system has “learned” that remote control.
7. Repeat step 6 for any additional remote controls.
8. Turn the vehicle ignition off to exit the programming mode. Test all remote controls to ensure that they work properly.

Deleting Lost or Stolen Remote Controls from Your System: If one of your remote controls is lost or stolen, follow these instructions IMMEDIATELY to remove the control code from your system.

1. Make sure that you have all remaining remote controls available.
2. Enter the control programming mode by following steps 1 - 5 of Adding Remote Controls to Your System.
3. a. If you have only one remaining remote control, press “BUTTON 1” on that remote control four (4) times, pausing at least 1 second in between each press. Make sure that the parking lights “flash” each time you press “BUTTON 1”.
   b.If you have two remaining remote controls, press “BUTTON 1” on each remote control two (2) times, pausing at least 1 second in between each press. Make sure that the parking lights “flash” each time you press the START button.
   c. If you have three remaining remote controls, press “BUTTON 1” on one remote control twice, then press the “BUTTON 1” button on the remaining remote controls once. Pause at least 1 second between each press. Make sure that the parking lights “flash” each time you press “BUTTON 1”.
4. Turn the vehicle ignition off to exit the programming mode. When you are finished, the lost or stolen remote control will no longer operate your system.

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