What to do if my Commando Car Alarm vehicle will not remote start?
If your vehicle won't remote start, the safety inputs may be triggered. Check the brake switch input (yellow wire) for (+) or the hood input (blue wire) for (-) shorted to ground.
Why does my Commando Car Alarm vehicle start without pressing the remote transmitter?
Your Commando Car Alarm may be in Automatic Cold Start Activation Mode. To exit this mode: 1. Press the brake pedal. 2. Press the Valet Switch. 3. Press and hold Button #2 for 5 seconds (lights will flash 10 times).
What to do if my Commando Car Alarm vehicle cranks and begins to run, then shuts off?
If your vehicle cranks, begins to run, and then shuts off, the voltage sense may not be working. Extend the gray wire from the main harness to a sparkplug wire (wrap-around), and put dip switch #4 in the on position.
How to fix Commando Car Alarm when the car horn honks and the vehicle won't start?
If the car horn honks and the vehicle won't start, the vehicle may have a factory alarm system. Connect the red wire on the accessory plug (red plug) to the factory alarm disarm wire.
What to do if my Commando Car Alarm engine cranks but not long enough to allow vehicle to start?
If the engine cranks but not long enough to allow the vehicle to start, the crank time must be increased. Place dip switch #3 to the ON position.
What to do if my Commando Car Alarm unit will not operate?
If the unit will not operate, it could be that all power inputs are not connected to 12V+. The main inputs, heavy gauge red wires, and red fused wire on the main harness must be connected to 12+.
Why RS Commando Car Alarm will not go into Code Learning or Programming Mode?
If the RS will not go into Code Learning or Programming Mode, the Ignition #1 (Yellow Wire) may be on the wrong connector- Ignition/Accessory #2. Connect the main ignition Input/Output to the Ignition #1 connector on the Board.
Explains functions of transmitter buttons for arming, disarming, and panic modes.
Describes system response to violations and parking light flashing.
Details LED and siren feedback for sensor violations upon disarming.
How to check system status via the remote.
Procedure to enable/disable Valet mode for temporary system deactivation.
Steps to disarm the system using the override switch if the transmitter is lost.
How to page the remote from the vehicle using the Valet switch.
Pre-installation checks for vehicle type, transmission, and factory alarm.
Basic functions of the remote start module, including accessory outputs and safety inputs.
How the module senses successful starts and dip switch configurations.
Indicator for transmitter battery replacement.
Instructions for replacing the transmitter battery with a 1.5V AAA battery.
Process to program transmitters to the system by teaching codes.
Guide to entering program mode and selecting features via the remote.
Table detailing programmable features and their ON/OFF states.
Procedure to reset all programmable features to factory default settings.
Detailed steps for remote start activation, including ignition and accessory outputs.
Steps to enter and exit Valet mode for temporary system deactivation.
How to adjust crank time using dip switch #2.
Procedure for setting up remote start for diesel engines using dip switch #3.
Explanation of factory anti-theft systems and how to bypass them for remote start.
Table explaining the function of each dip switch for configuration.
Instructions for optional vacuum system hookup and wiring.
Important notes regarding factory alarm disarm, horn output, and ground output usage.
General| Type | 2-Way |
|---|---|
| Remote Start | Yes |
| Engine Immobilizer | Yes |
| Shock Sensor | Yes |
| LCD Remote | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes |
| Panic Mode | Yes |
| Starter Kill | Yes |
| Valet Mode | Yes |
| Compatibility | Universal |
| Remote Control Range | 3000 ft |
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