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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before using this product, please carefully read the following safety precautions.
GENERAL RULES
Never perform a remote start
when a person or animal is inside the vehicle.
Do not allow
any person or animal to remain inside the vehicle when the engine is running
remotely (continuous mode).
Immediately report any malfunction to the AstroStart dealer that performed the installation.
Under no circumstance can this product or its use be modified.
Keep remote controls
away from children.
Have the engine tuned regularly to ensure optimal performance of your remote system.
Make sure that the windshield wipers and the headlights are turned off before leaving vehicle.
Regularly check safety features that stop engine (see SAFETY CHECKS on
page 7
).
Make sure you comply with all local regulations, which may prohibit leaving your engine
running when the vehicle is unattended in a public place.
Always advise service personnel that your vehicle is equipped with a remote system.
We strongly recommend
that you have your remote system checked annually. Contact a
dealer in your area.
All users of the vehicle should be aware
of the safety precautions and operation
procedures.
Make sure that the warning sticker is present on the driver's window.
PREPARING THE SYSTEM FOR REMOTE STARTING
(FOR REMOTE-START
CAPABLE SYSTEMS ONLY)
When you exit the vehicle, you need to prepare the remote starter for its next use.
Make sure that the automatic-transmission lever is in the "
P
" (Park) position.
Set heating/air conditioning controls to desired position (when the remote starter starts your
engine, it will also turn on your climate control system).
Turn your windshield wipers to the
OFF
position to avoid strain on the mechanism should a
start command be sent to the vehicle when, for example, snow prevents the wipers from
moving.
Make sure that the headlights are turned
OFF
.
Be sure not to leave your keys inside the vehicle. Certain rearming functions can cause the
doors to lock automatically.
