idataSTarT CMHCXA0 Digital Remote Start System User Guide

User Guide for idataSTarT models including: CMHCXA0, Digital Remote Start System, CMHCXA0 Digital Remote Start System

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794ADSHCX, iDatastart CMHCXA0 HC Remote Starter, Harness Sold Separately, WWW.CRUTCHFIELD.COM

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iDatastart CMHCXA0 owner's manual

iDatastart CMHCXA0 Digital remote start system — uses a vehicle-specific T-harness (sold separately) at Crutchfield

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PRODUCT GUIDE
HCX
DOCUMENT NUMBER REVISION DATE 20220113

TERMS OF USE
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") products are strictly intended for installation by Certified Technicians who are employed by a registered business specialized in the installation of automotive aftermarket electronics products. Prior to beginning installation of an ADS product in a vehicle, it is the Certified Technician's responsibility to review the most current Product Guide, Install Guide and vehicle-specific notes available in Weblink®. ADS is not responsible for any damages whatsoever, including but not limited to any consequential damages, incidental damages, damages for loss of time, loss of earnings, loss of profit, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity and the like that may or may not have resulted from the use, misuse, improper installation or operation of its products. ADS reserves itself the right to suspend any Weblink® account without notice and decline to offer technical support to non-Certified Technicians, noncompliant Certified Technicians or end users.
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WELCOME
Congratulations on the purchase of your HCX solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new remote starter unit with enhanced features. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your HCX module is programmed with the correct firmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
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Patent No. US 8,856,780 CA 2759622 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2022

GETTING STARTED - 1 OF 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
HCX Product Guide Module Layout Tach Programming Procedure Module Diagnostics Remote Starter Error Codes Alarm Error Codes Module Reset Procedure Installation Checklist Compatible Accessories Remote Programming Procedure Valet Mode Programming Procedure
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MODULE CONNECTORS

MODULE LAYOUT - 1 OF 1 CONNECTOR PINOUT

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FIRST GENERATION HCx [HCX-192] M1 - 8 PIN BLACK

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CUT LOOP
M2 - 12 PIN BLACK M3 - 10 PIN WHITE TELEMATIC 1 - 4 PIN BLUE SMARTSTART - 4 PIN RED
NC - 4 PIN RED LED 2 (RS)
RF PORT/WEBLINK PORT - 4 PIN BLACK

M5 - 6 PIN BLUE M4 - 20 PIN BLACK 3 PIN BLACK - TEMP. SENSOR PROGRAMMING BUTTON LED 1 (BYPASS) USB

SECOND GENERATION HCx [HCA-320] M1 - 8 PIN BLACK

M2 - 12 PIN BLACK M3 - 10 PIN WHITE TELEMATIC 1 - 4 PIN BLUE
LED 2 (RS) RF PORT/WEBLINK PORT - 4 PIN BLACK

M5 - 6 PIN BLUE M4 - 20 PIN BLACK
PROGRAMMING BUTTON LED 1 (BYPASS) USB

21 43 M1 65 87

10 9

12 11

10 9

M1 01 ORANGE - ACCESSORY (+) 02 RED - POWER (30A) 03 PURPLE - STARTER (+) 04 PINK/WHITE - PROG. RELAY #4 - IGNITION 2 (+) (DEFAULT) 05 PINK - IGNITION (+) 06 WHITE - PROG. RELAY #5 (10A) - PARKING LIGHTS (+) (DEFAULT) 07 RED - POWER (30A) 08 BLACK - GROUND
M2 01 GREEN·BLACK DOT - LOCK (-) OUTPUT 02 BLUE·BLACK DOT - UNLOCK (-) OUTPUT 03 RED/WHITE·BLACK DOT - TRUNK RELEASE (-) OUTPUT 04 GREEN/WHITE·BLACK DOT - ARM (-) OUTPUT 05 GREEN/BLACK·BLACK DOT - DISARM (-) OUTPUT 06 BLUE/WHITE·BLACK DOT - GWR (-) OUTPUT 07 EMPTY 08 WHITE/PURPLE·BLACK DOT - POC 1 - 2ND UNLOCK OTHER DOORS (-) OUTPUT 09 PURPLE/BLACK·BLACK DOT - POC 2 - RAP SHUTDOWN (-) OUTPUT 10 WHITE/BLACK·BLACK DOT - POC 3 - HORN (-) OUTPUT 11 BROWN/BLACK·BLACK DOT - POC 4 - STARTER KILL (-) OUTPUT 12 WHITE·BLACK DOT - PARKING LIGHTS (-) OUTPUT
M3 01 BROWN·SILVER DOT - BRAKE (+) INPUT 02 BLACK/WHITE·SILVER DOT - E-BRAKE (-) INPUT 03 PURPLE·SILVER DOT - DOOR (+) INPUT 04 GREEN·SILVER DOT - DOOR (-) INPUT 05 PURPLE/WHITE·SILVER DOT - TACH (-) INPUT 06 WHITE/BLUE·SILVER DOT - X-TRIGGER (-) INPUT 07 GRAY·SILVER DOT - HOOD (-) INPUT 08 BLUE·SILVER DOT - TRUNK (-) INPUT 09 GRAY/BLACK·SILVER DOT - GLOW PLUG (+) INPUT 10 EMPTY
M4

10 9

12 11

14 13

16 15

18 17

20 19

FUNCTIONS DEFINED BY FIRMWARE

M5 FUNCTIONS DEFINED BY FIRMWARE

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Release the brake pedal.

Module Programming Procedure completed.

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MODULE DIAGNOSTICS - 1 OF 2

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MODULE STATUS DURING:

LED 2*

LED 1**

LED STATUS

Flashing RED

MODULE PROGRAMMING

Solid RED

Flashing GREEN

Solid GREEN then OFF

OFF

1 RED flash

2 ORANGE flashes

3 ORANGE flashes

4 ORANGE flashes

7 ORANGE flashes

8 ORANGE flashes

9 ORANGE flashes

10 ORANGE flashes

11 ORANGE flashes

Solid RED

1 GREEN flash

2 GREEN flashes

3 RED flashes

4 RED flashes

6 RED flashes

7 ORANGE flashes

TACH PROGRAMMING

* LED 2 (RS) displays generic diagnostic codes specific to the remote start module. Orange LED flashes may appear red. ** LED 1 (Bypass) displays diagnostic codes specific to the firmware loaded on the module. Visit the programming diagnostics page for more information.

DIAGNOSTIC Missing/wrong information from firmware or vehicle. See firmware specific diagnostics, or contact technical support. Module waiting for more vehicle information. Programming incomplete. Additional steps required to complete programming. Refer to install guide. Module programming completed successfully. No activity or module already programmed. No firmware on module. Connect to Weblink and flash device. Contact technical support. Module programming not completed. Contact technical support. Contact technical support. Loop not cut. Ensure loop is cut for automatic transmission. Reset and re-learn. Loop not cut. Ensure loop is cut for automatic transmission. Reset and re-learn. Boot loader update failed. Contact technical support. T-harness detection does not match install type selection in Weblink. Tach learn in progress. Tach signal programmed in analog. Tach signal programmed in data. No tach signal detected System is in valet mode. Turn off valet mode to program tach. Engine sensing set for `assumed start'. No tach programming required. Engine sensing not configured properly. Contact technical support.

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MODULE DIAGNOSTICS - 2 OF 2

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TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING REMOTE START SEQUENCE MODULE STATUS DURING:

LED 2*
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LED 1**
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LED STATUS Flashing rapid RED Flashing slow RED Solid RED Flashing rapid GREEN 1 GREEN flash 3 GREEN flashes 4 GREEN flashes Flashing GREEN Rapid GREEN flashing Solid RED 1 GREEN flash 4 RED flashes 5 RED flashes 6 RED flashes
7 RED flashes

DIAGNOSTIC Remote start shutdown sequence. Remote start shutdown error code. Contact technical support. Remote start crank delay. Remote start cycle in progress. Working correctly. Remote start initiated successfully. Idle mode cycle in progress. Turbo mode cycle in progress. Remote start cycle in progress. Displays vehicle platform during runtime. Secure takeover initiated. Waiting to complete takeover after brake press. Remote programming in progress, waiting for remote pairing. Remote programmed. Shutdown remote starter before attempting remote programming. Engine must be off before attempting remote programming. System must be unlocked/disarmed before attempting remote programming.
Module must be learned to the vehicle before attempting remote programming.

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REMOTE STARTER ERROR CODES - 1 OF 1

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REMOTE STARTER ERROR CODES: NOTES I WARNING: The following applies only when the parking lights are connected and supported by the system.
II After a remote starter failure, the parking lights will flash three [3x] times followed by the error code. See table.

PARKING LIGHT FLASHES DIAGNOSTIC

3 + 1 3 + 2 3 + 3 3 + 4 3 + 5 3 + 6 3 + 7 3 + 8 3 + 9 3 + 10 3 + 11 3 + 12 3 + 13 3 + 14 3 + 15

Tach is not programmed OR engine is already running. Key is in ignition ON position. Door is open. Trunk is open. Foot brake is ON. Hood is open. Loop is not cut. No tach detected. Vehicle movement detected (VSS). System is in Valet Mode. CAN communication failure RS not synchronized. Start vehicle with OEM key for 15 sec before trying a new RS sequence. Bypass problem. Idle mode or takeover is not available on this vehicle. Overheat protection.

REMOTE STARTER SHUTDOWN ERROR CODES: NOTES
I WARNING: The following applies only when the parking lights are connected and supported by the system.
II If the engine shuts down after a remote starter sequence use the query command from a compatible aftermarket remote to display the shutdown error code. The parking lights will flash four [4x] times followed by the error code. See table.

PARKING LIGHT FLASHES DIAGNOSTIC

4 + 1 4 + 2 4 + 3 4 + 4 4 + 5 4 + 6 4 + 7 4 + 8 4 + 9 4 + 10 4 + 11 4 + 12 4 + 13 4 + 14 4 + 15

Engine tach signal was lost. Emergency brake signal was lost. Foot brake ON detected. Hood open detected. Tach over rev detected. Glow plug timeout error. Vehicle movement detected (VSS). Check engine light ON. Low fuel level. Open door detected. CAN communication failure during RS sequence. RS not synchronized. Start vehicle with OEM key for 15 sec before trying a new RS sequence. Bypass problem. Idle mode or takeover is not available on this vehicle. Overheat protection.

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ALARM ERROR CODES - 1 OF 1

ALARM ERROR CODES: NOTES I WARNING: The following applies only when the parking lights are connected and supported by the system.
II If the alarm has been triggered, the parking lights will flash five [5x] times followed by the alarm activation event.
III The alarm event code is also displayed in a repeating pattern on the antenna's LED when the alarm is triggered, until unlock is received.

PARKING LIGHT FLASHES
5 + 1 5 + 2 5 + 3 5 + 4 5 + 5 5 + 6 5 + 7 5 + 8 5 + 9 5 + 10

ANTENNA LED FLASHES DIAGNOSTIC

Shock sensor triggered

Door open

Trunk open

Hood open

Zone 2 input triggered

Foot brake ON

Ignition ON

Motion detected

Tilt detected

Warn away input triggered

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MODULE RESET PROCEDURE - 1 OF 1

The following procedure resets the module

Module RESET completed.

programming to the vehicle. It does not reset

any settings configured online.

Disconnect all connectors from module except

Reconnect all connectors.

the M1 BLACK 8-pin connector and the M4

BLACK 20-pin connector.

Disconnect the M1 BLACK 8-pin connector

Repeat programming procedure.

and the M4 BLACK 20-pin connector.

PRESS AND HOLD the module's programming

Failure to follow procedure may result with a

button while connecting the M1 BLACK

DTC or a CHECK ENGINE error message.

8-pin connector and the M4 BLACK 20-pin

connector.

Wait, LED 1 will flash RED. RELEASE

programming button.

LED 1 will turn RED for 2 seconds.

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INSTALLATION CHECKLIST - 1 OF 2

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CHECKLIST - WITH AFTERMARKET KEYFOB

1 WARNING: Vehicle engine will start many times. Test in a well ventilated area. 2 Close all vehicle doors, hood and trunk. 3 Press the LOCK button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob.
Question 1: Do the doors lock? ¨ YES: Go to next step.
NO: Verify the remote programming, the RF connections and the wired door lock/unlock ¨ connections as illustrated in the wiring diagram, if applicable. Repeat the test and call
technical support, if the problem persists.

9 Press the START/STOP button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob to shut down vehicle. Question 7: Does the vehicle shut down?
¨ YES: Go to next step.

NO: Repeat step. If problem persists, press the brake pedal once [1x] to shut down the vehicle and call technical support.

10 RAP and auto light shutdown test

Question 8: Did the radio, interior controls and headlights turn off within 60 seconds after remote start shutdown?

4 Press the UNLOCK button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob. Question 2: Do the doors unlock?
¨ YES: Go to next step.

¨ YES: Go to next step.

NO: Verify the RAP SHUTDOWN connections as illustrated in the wiring diagram. Repeat the test and call technical support if the problem persists.

NO: Verify the remote programming, the RF connections and the wired door lock/unlock ¨ connections as illustrated in the wiring diagram, if applicable. Repeat the test and call
technical support, if the problem persists.

11 Open hood.

If not already installed, affix the mandatory orange warning sticker under the hood and proceed to next step.

5 Press the TRUNK release button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob if supported. Question 3: Does the trunk or hatch open/unlock?
¨ YES: Close trunk or hatch and go to next step.

NO: Verify the remote programming, the RF connections and the wired trunk/hatch ¨ connections as illustrated in the wiring diagram, if applicable. Repeat the test and call
technical support, if the problem persists.

6 Press the AUX 1 button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob if supported. Question 4: Does the driver side sliding door open?
¨ YES: Press the AUX 1 button once [1x] to close the driver sliding door and go to next step.

NO: Verify the remote programming and the RF connections. Repeat the test and call technical support, if the problem persists.

7 Press the AUX 2 button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob if supported. Question 5: Does the passenger side sliding door open?
¨ YES: Press the AUX 2 button once [1x] to close the passenger sliding door and go to next step.

NO: Verify the remote programming and the RF connections. Repeat the test and call technical support, if the problem persists.

8 Press the START/STOP button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob to remote start vehicle. Question 6: Does the vehicle remote start?
¨ YES: Go to next step.

13 Press the START/STOP button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob to remote start vehicle. Question 9: Does the vehicle remote start?
YES: The vehicle is not equipped with a factory hood pin. Install a mandatory aftermarket hood ¨ switch, then repeat the test. ¨ NO: Go to next step. 14 Close hood. 15 Enter vehicle and close the doors. 16 Press the START/STOP button once [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob to remote start vehicle. 17 Wait for the vehicle to start. 18 Press brake pedal.
Question 10: Does the vehicle shut down? ¨ YES: Go to next step.
NO: The module does NOT detect the brake pedal signal. Press the START/STOP button once ¨ [1x] on the aftermarket keyfob to shut down vehicle, check connection as illustrated in the
wiring diagram, if applicable, and call technical support.
19 Exit vehicle. 20 Installation checklist completed.

NO: Verify the remote programming, the RF connections and check the remote start error codes. Repeat the test and call technical support, if the problem persists.

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INSTALLATION CHECKLIST - 2 OF 2

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CHECKLIST - WITH OEM KEYFOB 1 WARNING: Vehicle engine will start many times. Test in a well ventilated area. 2 Close all vehicle doors, hood and trunk. 3 Press LOCK button three times [3x] rapidly on the OEM keyfob to remote start vehicle.
Question 1: Does the vehicle remote start? ¨ YES: Go to next step. ¨ NO: The module doesn't detect OEM remote lock button from the vehicle communication network. Check all connections, repeat the test and call technical support, if the problem persists. 4 Press LOCK button three times [3x] rapidly on the OEM keyfob to shut down vehicle.
Question 2: Does the vehicle shut down? ¨ YES: Go to next step. ¨ NO: Repeat step. If the problem persists, press on the brake pedal once [1x] to shut down the vehicle and call technical support. 5 RAP Shutdown test
Question 3: Did the radio, interior controls, and headlights turn off within 60 seconds after remote start shutdown? ¨ YES: Go to next step. ¨ NO: Verify the RAP SHUTDOWN connections as illustrated in the wiring diagram. Repeat the test and call technical support, if the problem persists. 6 Open hood. 7 If not already installed, affix the mandatory orange warning sticker under the hood and proceed to next step. 8 Press LOCK button three times [3x] rapidly on the OEM keyfob to remote start vehicle.
Question 4: Does the vehicle remote start? ¨ YES: The vehicle is not equipped with a factory hood pin. Install a mandatory aftermarket hood switch, then repeat the test. ¨ NO: Go to next step. 9 Close hood. 10 Enter vehicle and close the doors. 11 Press LOCK button three times [3x] rapidly on the OEM keyfob to remote start vehicle. 12 Wait for the vehicle to start. 13 Press brake pedal.
Question 5: Does the vehicle shut down? ¨ YES: Go to next step. ¨ NO: The module does NOT detect the brake pedal signal. Press LOCK button three times [3x] rapidly on the OEM keyfob to shut down, check the brake connection as illustrated in the wiring diagram, if
applicable, and call technical support.
14 Exit vehicle. 15 Installation checklist completed.

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WEBLINK CABLE (required accessory sold separately)

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WEBLINK MOBILE (accessory sold separately)

MODULE WEBLINK PORT

4 PIN BLACK CABLE

RF KIT (sold separately)
MODULE RF PORT

4 PIN BLACK CABLE

COMPATIBLE ACCESSORIES - 1 OF 2
COMPUTER USB PORT

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MOBILE DEVICE PORT
OBDII CONNECTOR

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TELEMATIC KIT (accessory sold separately)
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REMOTE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE - 1 OF 1

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Parking Light will flash once [1x].

To program an additional remote as second

vehicle mode: Follow steps 1 to 4. Press twice

[2x] on the "F" button then press once [1x] on

the LOCK button of the remote. Follow steps

6 to 9.

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The antenna's leds will flash BLUE once [1x]

for each successful pairing.

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VALET MODE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE - 1 OF 1

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alternate valet mode programming.

Time restriction. Complete next step within 7

To exit valet mode: repeat steps 1 to 5.

seconds.

Cycle ignition ON twice [2x OFF/ON] rapidly.

OFF ACC ON START

ENGINE START STOP

Press and release the BRAKE pedal three

times [3x].

Parking Light will flash once [1x] then will

flash twice [2x].

Set ignition to OFF position.

OFF ACC ON START

ENGINE START STOP

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