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Avital 4105L 1-Way Remote Start System Owners Guide

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Avital 4105L 1-Way Remote Start System

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Remote Control

Avital 4105L 1-Way Remote Start System 1

* On some remote controls, theicon may exist instead of theicon. This guide uses theicon throughout, but functionality is the same regardless of which one of these icons is used with your system.

Remote Control Functions

The remote buttons are used to send commands to the system. The buttons indicated below are for standard configuration.

Standard Configuration

Button
The lock function is controlled by pressingon the remote control for one second. When held for approximately two seconds, Panic is activated.

Button

The unlocking function is controlled by pressing & on the remote control for one second. You can also turn Panic off with this button.

Button

Silent Mode™ and an optional auxiliary function are controlled by pressing. Silent Mode works by pressingfor less than one second before locking or unlocking. An optional auxiliary function such
as trunk release may be controlled by pressing and holdingfor approximately two seconds.

Button

The remote start function of your system is controlled by pressing this
button for one second.

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Car Finder is controlled by pressing these two buttons.

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When simultaneously pressed these buttons control the optional rear window defogger during remote starting. The parking lights flash three times to confirm activation. Once activated, the defogger will turn on whenever the vehicle is remotely started. The parking lights flash twice when the defogger is deactivated. The defogger does not turn on when the vehicle is remotely started.

Important note: Defogger is an optional feature. Additional parts and labor may be required. See your Directed dealer for details.

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Timer Mode is activated when these buttons are pressed simultaneously. When you activate Timer Mode the parking lights flash four times, and after a one-second delay, the engine starts. To turn the engine off, without exiting Timer Mode, press the. The system remains in Timer Mode and will start every three hours for a maximum of six starts unless cancelled by turning on the ignition, or by activating any of the shutdown inputs to the system. The parking lights flash four times indicating Timer Mode is exited.

Using the System

Locking

Pressingfor one second locks the system (if the door locks are connected). The house honks and the parking lights flash once to confirm the system is locked. The Failsafe® Starter Disable also activates and prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking.

Important note: Horn honk and Failsafe are both optional features.

Unlocking

Pressingfor one second unlocks the doors (if connected). The horn honks twice and the parking lights flash twice to confirm the unlocking of the system. The Failsafe Starter Disable (if connected) is deactivated.

Disabling (optional) Starter Disable

If your remote control is lost or damaged, you can manually override the Starter Disable. To do this, you must have the vehicle’s ignition key and know where the Valet button is located. Be sure to check with the installer for the location of the Valet button.

To override the Starter Disable, turn the ignition on and press and release the Valet button within 10 seconds. The vehicle should now start. If it does not start, you may have waited too long; turn the ignition off and repeat the process.

Location of Valet button:—————

Panic Mode

If you are threatened in or near your vehicle, you can attract attention by triggering the system with your remote control. Pressfor approximately two seconds to enter Panic Mode. In Panic Mode, the home will honk and the parking lights will flash for 30 seconds. To stop Panic Mode at any time, pressoron the remote control.

Note: In order for Panic Mode to be effective, the vehicle’s horn (or optional siren) and the vehicle’s parking lights must be connected.

Remote Start

This feature allows you to remotely start and run your vehicle for a programmable period of time. This makes it possible to warm up the engine and adjust the interior temperature of the vehicle with the climate control system. If interior heating or cooling is desired, the climate controls must be preset, and the fan blower must be set to the desired level prior to remote starting the vehicle.

To remote start the vehicle:

  1. Make sure the parking brake is set. Press thebutton on the remote control once* (or the number of times the system has been programmed to activate the remote start).
  2. The parking lights flash to confirm that the vehicle is attempting to start. In gasoline vehicles, the engine will start four seconds after the parking lights flash, in diesel vehicles the engine starts after the WAITTO-START timer has expired.
  3. Once the vehicle has started, it will run for the pre-programmed period of time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) or until a shutdown input is triggered.

* The factory setting is one press but this can also be programmed for two or three presses maximum (see your authorized Directed installer for the amount of presses programmed).

Record the number of presses to activate the remote start here:——-

If the engine fails to start, refer to the “Disabling the Remote Start System” and “Remote Start Diagnostics” sections of this guide.

Key Takeover

When you are ready to drive the vehicle:

  1. Unlock the doors.
  2. Enter the vehicle. Do not step on the foot brake.
  3. Insert the key, and turn it to the RUN (not START) position. Step on the foot brake. The remote start is disabled and the parking lights turn off.
  4. Disengage the parking brake and begin driving.

Note: If your vehicle uses a Smart Key or PTS (Push-To-Start) system, please refer to the vehicle-specific instructions included with the owner’s guide of the interface module or consult your authorized dealer.

Safety Features

The following safety features will disable the remote start when activated or not allow the engine to start if not properly set before starting.

  • The foot brake is depressed.
  • The hood is opened.
  • Garage Mode is ON (see Disabling the Remote Start System).
  • The pre-programmed run time (12, 24, or 60 minutes) has elapsed.
  • The remote start activation procedure is repeated.
  • The parking brake is disengaged.
  • Engine over-rev protection (Tachometer mode only).

Pit Stop

This remote start can keep the engine running during short trips away from the vehicle. To enable Pit Stop Mode:

  1. Park in a well-ventilated area.
  2. With the engine running, set the transmission in the park position and ensure the parking brake is set.
  3. Press and release thebuttons once (or the number of times the system has been programmed to activate the remote start), and the parking lights turn on to confirm.
  4. Turn off the ignition and remove the key, and the engine continues running.
  5. Exit and secure the vehicle, and the engine runs for the programmed runtime.

Important: This feature will not work if the brake pedal is being pressed.

Note: If your vehicle uses a Smart Key or PTS (Push-To-Start) system, please refer to the vehicle-specific instructions included with the owner’s guide of the interface module or consult your authorized dealer.

Car Finder

Car finder allows you to locate your vehicle, by having the system flash the parking lights. To activate:

  1. Press and release theandbuttons at the same time.
  2. The parking lights flash slowly several times, allowing you to locate your vehicle.

Optional Starter Anti-Grind Circuitry

This system includes an anti-grind circuit that can prevent damage to the starter motor if the key is turned to the start position while the remote start is ON.
Note: Anti-grind circuitry only works if an optional relay has been added and the vehicle is remote-started.

Disabling the Remote Start System/Garage Mode

Garage Mode is a safety feature that disables the remote start system if the vehicle is parked in a garage, being serviced, or used by someone unfamiliar with remote start systems. When Garage Mode is ON, any attempt to start the engine, activate Timer Mode, or enter Pit Stop mode is denied and remote start diagnostics flashes the parking lights nine times.

Turn Garage Mode ON or OFF:

  1. Turn the ignition on and then off.
  2. Within 10 seconds, press and release the Valet button once.
  3. The parking lights flash:
    • Nine times quickly when turning on.
    • Nine times slowly when turning off.

Remote Start Diagnostics

For user safety, the system must be properly configured, or remote start will not activate. A remote start fault may be caused by several configuration issues. If the remote start fails to activate, refer to the table below for the command type and parking light flashes that will identify the configuration issue and solution.

Light FlashProblemSolution
5 flashesBrake is onRelease the foot brake
6 flashesHood is openClose the hood
8 flashesNeutral safety is disconnectedSet the parking brake or move the shifter to the park position
9 flashesGarage Mode is ONTurn Garage Mode OFF

Pairing a Remote Control

Your system comes with the remote controls already programmed, however, if you are replacing or adding additional remote controls, they must be paired for the system prior to operating the system. To pair the remote, you need to know where the Valet button is located. If the horn honk is not connected, the main unit LED needs to be visible for visual confirmation. If you cannot locate or access the main unit, it is recommended that you visit your authorized dealer to pair the remote. The system is capable of accepting up to four remote controls.

  1. Turn the key to the ON position
  2. Within 10 seconds, press and release the Valet button once.
  3. Within 10 seconds, press and hold the Valet button. The LED on the module flashes one time and the horn (if connected) honks to confirm entry into remote pairing. Do not release the Valet button.
  4. Press thebutton on the remote control. The horn honks to confirm the remote has been paired.
  5. Release the Valet button.
  6. Turn the key to the OFF position. The horn sounds one long honk (if connected) fo confirm that remote pairing has exited.

The programming routine exits if any of the following occurs:

  • The ignition is turned off.
  • There is no activity for 30 seconds.
  • The Valet button is pressed too many times.

Programming Options

Feature options will control your system’s normal operation. Some options may require additional parts and installation labor. The following is a list of the programmable options with the factory settings in bold.

  • 12-minute to 60-minute runtime. Your system can be programmed to allow the vehicle to run for up to 60 minutes when the remote starts. This can be set up in minute increments by your installer.
  • Parking lights flashing or constant. Your system can be programmed to flash the parking lights or have them come on constantly during the remote start operation.
  • Ignition-controlled door locking ON or OFF. With this feature on, the doors will lock three seconds after the ignition key is turned on and will unlock when the ignition key is turned off.

Important: The door lock option must be installed for the ignition-controlled door lock feature to work.

Rapid Resume Logic

This Directed system stores its current state in nonvolatile memory. If the power to the system is disconnected and then reconnected, the system recalls the stored state from memory.

Battery Information

The remote control * is powered by two 3V, CR2016 batteries. When the battery begins to weaken, the operating range is reduced and the LED on the remote control dims. * Some remote controls are powered using a single coin cell battery (CR2032), so please verify which type and quantity are used before replacing.

Replacing the Battery

  1. Use a small flat blade (flathead) screwdriver and insert it into the slot located along the bottom of the remote, near the key ring. Carefully pry open the case.
  2. Remove the old batteries from the holding clip. Orient the new batteries for the correct polarity and insert them into the holding clip.
  3. Reposition the case parts, then snap together by pressing firmly and evenly on the front and back.

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television, which can be determined by turning the equipment OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
  • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with the Industry Canada Radio Standards Specification RSS 210. lis use is authorized only on a non-interference, no-protection basis; in other words, this device must not be used if it is determined that it causes harmful interference to services authorized by IC. In addition, the user of this device must accept any radio interference that may be received, even if this interference
could affect the operation of the device.

Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device.

Installation

Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer. If you have any questions, ask your retailer or contact Directed directly at 1-800-753-0600.

Remote Start Capable

When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control. Therefore, never operate the system in an enclosed area or partially enclosed area without ventilation (such as a garage). When parking in an enclosed or partially enclosed area or when having the vehicle serviced, the remote start system must be disabled using the “Disabling the Remote Start System/Garage Mode” procedure in this guide. It is the user’s sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out of reach from children all remote control devices to ensure that the system does not unintentionally remotely start the vehicle. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE IDE DETECTOR IN THE LIVING AREAS ADJACENT TO THE VEHICLE. All DOORS EAD ING FROM ADJACENT LIVING AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE STORAGE AREA MUST BE CLOSED AT ALL TIMES. These precautions are the sole responsibility of the user.

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Avital 4105L 1-Way Remote Start System-FAQs

How do I use the Avital remote start?

When the engine is off, press and hold the remote control button for three seconds. The parking lights will flash slowly, making it easier to locate your vehicle. The system will then start and run your car for a preset time.

What does the remote start activate in my car?

The remote start system turns on the engine, allowing it to run for a set duration to warm up or cool down the vehicle before you enter. This is especially useful in winter to defrost the windshield.

How do I turn off the Avital alarm?

Press the remote button once to disarm the alarm, unlock the doors (if connected), and stop the siren/horn. If the alarm was in panic mode, this will also deactivate it. In Valet Mode, the system unlocks without chirp confirmations.

How does a remote start work without inserting a key?

The remote start system connects to your vehicle’s ignition and starter mechanisms via a control module. When you press the remote button, the module sends a signal to start the engine without needing a physical key in the ignition.

Does a remote start system drain the car battery?

Yes, remote starters draw power from the car’s battery even when the engine is off. However, the power consumption is minimal while waiting for a command from the remote fob.

Will the remote start turn off automatically?

Yes, the vehicle will idle for a maximum of 20 minutes. The engine will shut off automatically after 10 minutes, but you can restart it remotely for another 10 minutes if needed.

What is Idle Mode in remote start?

Idle Mode allows you to remove your keys while keeping the engine running for the programmed run time. This is useful for quick stops where you don’t want to turn off the engine.

What is Avital Valet Mode?

Valet Mode disables the security system, preventing it from arming automatically or via the remote. However, other functions like door locks and trunk release remain operational, making it useful for car washes or service appointments.

What is Silent Mode on Avital?

Silent Mode allows you to disable the arming and disarming chirps directly from your remote, providing a quieter operation without reaching for a switch inside the vehicle.

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