Firstech CM-X - Installation Basics

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Installation Basics
If you are new to installing Firstech Series Remote Starts and/or Alarms, we highly recommended that you
thoroughly review this manual to installing your first unit.
Remote Programming:
You must code remotes to this system before anything will function. Begin by cycling the ignition ON and OFF
5 times within 10 seconds then press and release Lock button (half second) on the first remote, and then press
and release lock button (half second) on the second remote. Note: we recommend transmitting lock command
from each remote 2 times if there are only 2 remotes.
Tach learning procedure: When using tach mode this must be done before the first remote start attempt.
Learn tach by: (1.) Starting the vehicle with the key, (2.) Press and hold the foot brake, then (3.) Activate the
remote start sequence - one chirp and parking light flash indicates that the vehicle tach signal has been
successfully learned. Two chirps then three parking light flashes indicate that the control module failed to see a
proper tach signal. (These units have the option for Tachless and Assumed Running).
DAS/DAS II (Required for Manual Transmission Installs):
The DAS/DAS II monitors sudden movement during crank process when remote starting manual
transmissions, dual stage impact, and auto adjusting tilt sensor. See the DAS/DAS II section of this manual
for details.
Internal green/white loop must be cut for AUTOMATIC transmission vehicles.
By default, the units come MANUAL transmission ready, you MUST select a reservation set up procedure
using feature 2-14 to allow proper manual transmission function. You will need to cut the green/white
loop found under the Blade port cover when installing the unit in an AUTOMATIC transmission. Warning:
DO NOT CUT THE LOOP FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLE Manufacturer or seller
assumes no responsibility for any injuries and/or damages caused by this improper conversion and
transform of the product done by a user voluntarily.
Programmable Ignition Output (HC/LC Programmable using OP500 feature programmer or at
https://myfirstech.idatalink.com)
Programmable Parking Light Output (HC/LC Programmable using OP500 feature programmer or at
https://myfirstech.idatalink.com)
Programmable Accessory Output (HC/LC Programmable using OP500 feature programmer or at
https://myfirstech.idatalink.com)
When used for a Remote start + Alarm, or Alarm only application, the security features MUST be enabled
using feature 3-06 option 2 or 3
Built-In Troubleshooting diagnostics
Notice! To properly diagnose remote start/stop failure the parking light output must be connected to either
(+) Positive or (-) Negative parking light circuit on the vehicle.