Prestige PE5BZ Security and Remote Start System

Using Your Remote Control

Throughout this manual, 'press' refers to pressing for less than 1 second; 'press and hold' refers to pressing for more than 3 seconds.

Door Lock: To lock the vehicle doors, press and release the [Lock Button].

Door Unlock: To unlock the vehicle doors, press and release the [Unlock Button].

Silent Choice Feature: If enabled, the system requires a second press of the [Unlock Button] to activate an audible and/or visual response from the vehicle.

Two Stage Door Unlock (Optional): If this feature is enabled, pressing the [Unlock Button] one time will unlock only the driver's door. Press again within three seconds to unlock the remaining doors.

Activating the Trunk Release Feature (Optional): If this feature is enabled, pressing and holding the [Trunk Button] for 3 seconds will open the vehicle's trunk or hatch.

Activating the AUX Ch. 4-7 Output (Optional): AUX channel output is an optional feature and programming is required at the time of installation. Please consult your dealer for more information.

Using the Personal Protection Alarm (Panic) (Optional): Press and hold the [Panic Button] for 3 seconds to activate the personal protection alarm. During panic mode, the normal function of the transmitter buttons will be suspended. The transmitter's [Lock Button] and [Unlock Button] can be used to lock and unlock the doors if the option is installed. To stop the alarm, press and hold the [Panic Button] on the transmitter again for 3 seconds. The system will automatically stop after 30 seconds.

Security System Operation

Arming the Security System: To arm the system, exit the vehicle, close all doors, then press the [Arm Button]. The parking lights will flash once, indicating the system is armed, has locked the doors (if equipped and connected), and activated the starter disable feature. The LED status indicator will blink steadily, once per second.

Note: This feature requires additional programming and installation. Contact your dealer for more information.

Disarming the Security System: To disarm the system, press the [Disarm Button]. The parking lights will flash twice, indicating the system is disarmed and has unlocked the doors (if equipped and connected).

Note: This feature requires additional programming and installation. Contact your dealer for more information.

User Selectable Features

User Selectable Notification Chirps: System ARM/DISARM chirps can be toggled ON or OFF without entering the programming feature banks.

1. Turn the ignition ON, then OFF.
2. Press and release the [Valet/Programming Button] a specific number of times. The system will respond with chirps for ON or chirps for OFF. (Consult dealer for exact sequence).

User Selectable LED: This feature controls whether the LED is ON or OFF when the system is Armed/Locked and can be toggled ON or OFF without entering the programming feature banks.

1. Turn the ignition ON, OFF, ON, OFF.
2. Press and hold the [Valet/Programming Button] for a specific duration. The system LED will respond with a flash for ON or flashes for OFF. (Consult dealer for exact sequence).

Programmed Transmitter Notification: As a security precaution, each time the vehicle's ignition is turned ON, the status LED will flash the number of transmitters programmed into the system. This helps to identify unauthorized transmitters from accessing your vehicle. If you believe an unauthorized transmitter has been programmed to your system, contact your installing dealer for assistance.

Valet Mode

When Valet Mode is activated, the status LED will light solid, and all security and remote start functions will be disabled. To enter or exit Valet Mode, simply follow the steps outlined below:

1. Turn the vehicle's ignition ON.
2. Push and hold the [Programming Valet Button].
3. The LED will turn ON solid when Valet Mode is active.
4. Release the [Programming Valet Button].

Note: In Valet Mode, the Remote Starter is not functional. On units with Keyless Entry, Lock and Unlock will remain functional.

Manually Overriding the Security System

Your system can be disarmed without the use of the transmitter. This is necessary to operate your vehicle if the transmitter is lost or its battery fails. To bypass the alarm system:

1. Open the vehicle door (the alarm will sound).
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
3. Within 5 seconds, press and release the [Valet Push Button] a specific number of times. (Typically 3 times).
4. The alarm system will stop sounding and enter the bypassed mode. You can now start and operate the vehicle normally.

Stand Alone Valet Override (Optional): Your system can be disarmed without the use of the transmitter or valet button. This is necessary, since you will need the ability to operate your vehicle if the transmitter is lost or its battery fails. To bypass the alarm system:

1. Open the vehicle door (the alarm will sound).
2. Cycle the ignition ON-OFF-ON.
3. Within 5 seconds, press and release the [Brake Pedal] a specific number of times. (Typically 3 times).
4. The alarm system will stop sounding and enter the bypassed mode. You can now start and operate the vehicle normally.

Note: This feature must be programmed ON by an authorized dealer.

Custom Code Valet Override (Optional): Unlike the default Valet Override, Custom Code Override is a user-personalized code that offers a higher level of security. If the user chooses to use Custom Code Override, the feature bank must be programmed for "Custom Code". Once the option has been selected, the code must be programmed. Once the Custom Code is programmed, it cannot be changed without first disarming the alarm.

The Custom Code is made up of numbers. Each chosen number must be between digits. The default Custom Code is 1-2.

To disarm the alarm using the Custom Code option:

1. Turn the vehicle ignition to ON.
2. Within 5 seconds, press the [Valet Button] [Number] times (for the first digit).
3. Within 5 seconds, turn the ignition OFF-ON.
4. Within 5 seconds, press the [Valet Button] [Number] times (for the second digit).
5. Turn the vehicle ignition to OFF, then ON to start the vehicle.

Custom Code Programming Procedure (Example: Code 1-2):

1. Start with the alarm disarmed.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
3. Within 5 seconds, press the [Valet Button] [Number] times to enter programming. The system will beep 1x.
4. Within 5 seconds, press the [Valet Button] [Number] times. This number will indicate the first digit of the chosen Custom Code.
5. Within 5 seconds, cycle the ignition OFF-ON.
6. Within 5 seconds, press the [Valet Button] [Number] times. This number will indicate the second digit of the chosen Custom Code.
7. Cycle the ignition OFF.

If the Custom Code was accepted, the LED will flash the first number, pause, then the second number. This will repeat multiple times to confirm the Custom Code entry. If after setup the LED does not flash, please repeat steps.

Using Your Remote Starter

Remote Starting Your Vehicle: To activate the remote start function, press and release the [Start Button] 2 times within 2 seconds. The system will sound the parking lights will flash once, and the system will check the vehicle to ensure it is safe to start. If all safety parameters are correct, the vehicle will start. The vehicle's parking lights will turn ON or flash depending on system settings, as a visual indication that the vehicle has started and is running. If your vehicle stalls or does not start, the system will pause X seconds, then try more times to start the vehicle, for a total of X attempts. The system will pause X seconds between each start attempt.

Remote Start Shutdown: Press and release the [Start Button] X times to turn the vehicle off.

Entering the Vehicle while it is Running via Remote Vehicle Start:

1. Unlock the vehicle's doors.
2. Enter the vehicle (DO NOT PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL).
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn to the ON or RUN position.
4. Press the brake pedal. The remote vehicle starter will disengage, and the vehicle will operate normally.

Note: This feature may not be available on all vehicle makes/models. In some vehicle applications, the remote start will shut down upon entering the vehicle and the engine will stop running. For these applications, it will be necessary to restart the vehicle normally. Refer to installing dealer for details.

Preheating or Precooling the Vehicle's interior: Before exiting the vehicle, set the temperature controls to the desired setting and operation. After the system starts the vehicle, the heater or air conditioner will activate and heat or cool the vehicle's interior to your setting.

Remote Start Safety Features: For safety and security reasons, the system will shut down or prevent the remote vehicle starter from activating if any of the following occur:

• The vehicle's hood is open.
• The brake pedal is pressed prior to turning the ignition key to the ON position.
• The engine is over-revved (tach check only).
• Valet Mode is active. (Refer to the Valet Mode section of this manual).
• Remote Start Ready Mode is not set (Manual transmission vehicles only).

Remote Start Ready Mode (Manual Transmission Vehicles Only): Remote Start Ready Mode must be enabled if your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission.

To activate Remote Start Ready Mode:

1. While the engine is running by the ignition key: Place the transmission in Neutral. Set the parking brake.
2. With your foot off the brake pedal, press and release the [Start Button] to activate the remote start. The remote will beep X times and the parking lights will turn ON to confirm the system has remote start ready.
3. Remove the keys from the ignition; the vehicle will remain running.
4. Exit the vehicle and close all vehicle doors.
5. Within 1 minute of step 1, press the [Lock Button] to lock the vehicle's doors. The vehicle will shut down and sound a short chirp, then a long chirp to confirm ready mode is set.

To Enter & Exit the Vehicle while (Manual Transmission) Remote Start Ready Mode is already active without cancelling Remote Start Ready Mode:

If Ready Mode has already been activated and you need to enter the vehicle, possibly to retrieve an item, and will exit the vehicle without driving it, you can keep Ready Mode active by following these steps:

1. With Ready Mode already set, activate the remote start.
2. While under control of the remote start, open vehicle door to retrieve items.
3. Exit the vehicle and close all doors.
4. Press the [Lock Button]. The unit waits 3 seconds and then shuts down. The system will verify all doors have been closed, then will emit 2 short/long chirps and a light flash pattern indicating Manual Transmission Ready Mode is active.

Note: If the short/long chirp is not heard, then Ready Mode has not been set.

Cancelling Remote Start Ready Mode - Manual Transmission Vehicles Only: The system will exit remote start ready mode if any of the following occur:

• Open any door.
• Open the hood or trunk (if connected).
• Press the brake.
• Release the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition ON.

Using the "Quick-stop" Feature: If you want to make a short stop and keep your vehicle running to keep the interior warm or cool, the Quick Stop feature allows you to do this while keeping your vehicle secure and your keys with you.

To engage Quick Stop (Automatic Transmission):

1. Stop the vehicle and place the transmission in PARK.
2. With your foot off the brake pedal, press and release the [Lock Button] 2 times within 5 seconds. The LED will flash 3 times to confirm Quick Stop is entered.
3. Remove the key from the ignition and exit the vehicle. Press the [Lock Button] to lock the vehicle's doors if desired.

To engage Quick Stop - Manual Transmission Vehicles:

1. With the vehicle running, foot off the brake, parking brakes set ON.
2. Press and release the [Start Button] to activate remote start.
3. Exit the vehicle, close all doors. (Door Open / All Doors Close).
4. Press the [Lock Button].
5. Within 3 seconds, press the [Start Button].

The unit enters Quick Stop Mode and will remain running until remote start time out and then shut down. Remote Start Ready Mode is NOT active.

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

Turbo Timer (Optional): This option will keep the engine running to allow the vehicle's turbo to properly cool down before shutting the engine off.

To engage the Turbo Timer feature:

1. With the vehicle running via the ignition key and your foot off the brake pedal.
2. Engage the vehicle's parking brake.
3. The vehicle's parking lights will turn ON to verify the Turbo Timer feature has been activated.
4. Turn the ignition key OFF. The vehicle will continue to run until the programmed time has elapsed or for 3 minutes.

To disengage the turbo timer feature, press the vehicle's brake pedal.

Operating the 2 / 4 Hour Start Up Timer Mode: The system has the ability to start the vehicle every 2 or 3 hours for a 48 hour period. This feature is especially useful in cold climates where the only means to keep the engine and engine fluids warm is to periodically start the engine. The default setting is 4 hours.

WARNING! Be certain that the vehicle is outdoors before using this or any remote starting device. A running engine produces dangerous carbon monoxide fumes which can be harmful or fatal if prolonged exposure occurs. DO NOT remote start the vehicle if it is garaged.

To begin the 2 / 4 hour start up timer mode:

1. Turn the vehicle's ignition ON, then OFF.
2. Press the [Start Button] [Number] times.
3. • A: When set for 4 Hours (default): [Number] chirps and [Number] parking light flashes.
   • B: When set for 2 Hours: [Number] chirps and [Number] parking light flashes.

To exit the 2 / 4 hour start up timer mode:

• Turn the vehicle's Ignition ON.
• OR Press the vehicle's brake pedal while the engine is running.

Status LED, Light Flashes, and Siren/Horn Indications

Status LED Flash Indications:

Siren/Horn Chirp Indications:

Parking Light Flash Indications:

Remote Start Shutdown Diagnostics

Parking Light Flashes | Shutdown Zone

Replacing Remote Control Batteries

5 Button Remote Control - Model 185SP: The CR battery inside each remote control should last approximately 1 year under normal use. When the batteries become weak, you will notice the remote control range (the distance from the vehicle the remote control will work) deteriorate and the small LED on the remote control will dim. To replace the remote control batteries:

1. Using a coin, disassemble the halves of the remote control.
2. Remove the old battery, observing the symbols on the batteries, and replace with a new battery.
3. Reassemble the halves of the remote control.
4. Test operation of the remote control.

Flashlogic Specifics (FLRSBA, FLRS Kits)

Remote Start Valet Mode: Enter/Exit Valet mode for systems using a Flashlogic FLRS kit.

1. Cycle ignition ON 5 times (e.g., [OFF]-[ON] rapidly, complete this step within 10 seconds).
2. Wait for LED on the FLRS kit to turn solid RED for 3 seconds.
3. Turn ignition to OFF position. Valet Mode Programming complete.

Note: In Valet Mode, the Remote Starter is not functional. On units with Keyless Entry, Lock and Unlock will remain functional. To exit Valet Mode, repeat steps.

Remote Control Programming:

1. Cycle ignition ON 5 times (e.g., [OFF]-[ON] rapidly, complete this step within 10 seconds).
2. Press button of each transmitter you wish to program. The LED's will flash to confirm each transmitter.
3. Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.

Note: This system has button programming which programs all channels of the system. The system will hold up to [Number] transmitters in memory. Programming a new transmitter will erase the oldest transmitter in memory.