Directed Electronics DB3 User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE

DB3

2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI (Smart Key). 403.VW06 1.41

This product is intended for installation by a professional installer only! Attempts to install this

product by a person other than a trained professional may result in severe damage to a vehicle’s

electrical system and components.

Introduction 4

Vehicle function compatibilities 4

Pre-installation and application warnings 5

Wiring diagram 5

Locating components in the vehicle 7

Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver 8

Vehicle connections 10

Connecting the module 12

Module programming 13

LED diagnostics and troubleshooting 14

Soft reset 16

Hard reset 16

Feature programming 17

Feature and option list 18

Limited one year consumer warranty 18

Quick reference guide 19

Contents

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Warning! Safety ﬁrst

The following safety warnings must be observed at all times:

• Due to the complexity of this system, installation of this product must only be performed by an authorized Directed dealer.

• When properly installed, this system can start the vehicle via a command signal from the remote control. Therefore, never

operate the system in an area that does not have adequate ventilation.

The following precautions are the sole responsibility of the user; however, authorized Directed dealers should:

• Never use a test light or logic probe when installing this unit. Always use a multimeter.

• Never operate the system in an enclosed 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 installed toggle switch. It is the user’s sole responsibility to properly handle and keep out of reach from

children all remote controls to assure that the system does not unintentionally remote start the vehicle.

• USER MUST INSTALL A CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR IN OR ABOUT THE LIVING AREA ADJACENT TO THE VEHICLE.

ALL DOORS LEADING FROM ADJACENT LIVING AREAS TO THE ENCLOSED OR PARTIALLY ENCLOSED VEHICLE

STORAGE AREA MUST REMAIN CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.

Use of this product in a manner contrary to its intended mode of operation may result in property damage, personal injury, or

death. Except when performing the Safety Check outlined in this installation guide, (1) Never remotely start the vehicle with

the vehicle in gear, and (2) Never remotely start the vehicle with the keys in the ignition. The user is responsible for having the

neutral safety feature of the vehicle periodically checked, wherein the vehicle must not remotely start while the car is in gear.

This testing should be performed by an authorized Directed dealer in accordance with the Safety Check outlined in this product

installation guide. If the vehicle starts in gear, cease remote start operation immediately and consult with the user to ﬁx the problem

immediately.

OPERATION OF THE REMOTE START MODULE IF THE VEHICLE STARTS IN GEAR IS CONTRARY TO ITS INTENDED MODE OF

OPERATION. OPERATING THE REMOTE START SYSTEM UNDER THESE CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE

OR PERSONAL INJURY. IMMEDIATELY CEASE THE USE OF THE UNIT AND REPAIR OR DISCONNECT THE INSTALLED REMOTE

START MODULE. DIRECTED WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OR PAY FOR INSTALLATION OR REINSTALLATION COSTS.

Remote starters for manual transmission pose signiﬁcant risks if not properly installed and operated. When testing to ensure the

installation is working properly, only remote start the vehicle in neutral gear, on a ﬂat surface and with a functional, fully engaged

parking brake. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of or behind the vehicle.

This product should not be installed in any convertible vehicles, soft or hard top with a manual transmission. Installation in such

vehicles may pose certain risk.

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Introduction

DB3 is an all-in-one door lock and override module.

Warning!

This module can only be flashed and configured using DirectLink at www.directechs.com or using the Directechs

Mobile application for smartphones. Refer to “Connecting the module” for more information.

Vehicle function compatibilities

This section lists all the functions compatible with this vehicle for the installation illustrated in this guide.

Parking Lights Control

Arm Factory Security

Disarm Factory Security

Door Lock Control

Door Unlock

Driver Priority Unlock

Trunk / Hatch Release

Control of aftermarket alarm with OEM remote

Universal RF Bypass- Key Req'd

RAP Shut Down (Retained ACC Power)

Remote Start Ready

SmartStart

Tach / RPM Output

Entry Monitoring ALL Door Pins

Entry Monitoring Hood Pin

Entry Monitoring Trunk/Hatch Pin

Factory Alarm Trigger Monitoring

Brake Status (foot brake)

Door Locks Status

E-Brake Status

Ignition Status

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Pre-installation and application warnings

Firmware notes: This section highlights important information for this speciﬁc ﬁrmware and will assist in

pricing accordingly, as well as bringing awareness to any operational or vehicle limitations.

T-Harness

compatible

Keys required for

programming 1Keys required for

operation 1

Unless speciﬁed otherwise, all connectors are displayed from the wire side, with the exception of the OBDII diagnostic

connector.

Important! This ﬁrmware does NOT support Immobilizer bypass. One (1) programmed OEM key must be wired into the

vehicle to complete the installation of a remote starter.

Refer to "Vehicle connections" following the wiring diagram.

General notes: This section highlights important information for this speciﬁc ﬁrmware.

[1] Tach wire is an optional connection required on some remote starters, which do not support a tach signal in D2D.

[2] For Key Wrap instructions, refer to "Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver".

[3] All information listed for the 2017 Golf R (Smart Key) is for automatic transmissions ONLY.

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Refer to "Pre-installation and application warnings" for important information, such as the description of each special note referenced in the diagram ( ).

Wiring diagram

Diagnostic

Connector OBDII

(connector side view)

Electronic Steering

Column Module

(black conn. under column)

HS CAN 1 Low:

Orange/Brown, pin 14

HS CAN 1 High:

Orange/Red, pin 6

(-) PTS 2: Violet, pin 13

(-) PTS 1: Violet/Blue, pin 4

HS CAN 2 High: Orange/Green, pin 16

HS CAN 2 Low:Orange/Brown, pin 15

Headlight Switch

(red 10-pin connector)

A1 A2 A3

(+) Brake:

Black/Red,

pin 58

13 38

37 62

(+) 12V:

Red/White,

pin 1

VESCM: Vehicle Electrical

System Control Module

(high above drivers kick) White VESCM Connector A3

(above drivers kick)

(+) Parking Lights:

Gray/Yellow, pin 3

Parking Lights Interrupt:

Red/White, pin 8

679

CUT

D2D Port

1412

10 42

(+) 12V

(-) Ground

XKD2D65

(+) Starter

(+) 12V

HS CAN 1 High: Tan/Black: 3

HS CAN 1 Low: Tan: 4

HS CAN 2 High: Orange/Green: 5

HS CAN 2 Low: Orange/Brown: 6

(+) Parking Light Output: Brown: 7

Parking Light Interrupt (vehicle side): Yellow: 8

Parking Light Interrupt (conn. side): Orange/Yellow: 9

Key Wrap: Orange/Red: 10

Key Wrap: Yellow/Red: 11

Key Wrap: Brown/Red: 12

(+) Ignition Status Output: Gray/Black: 7

(-) PTS 2 Output: Violet/Brown: 9

(-) PTS 1 Output: Green/Black: 2

(AC) Tach Output: Violet/White: 5

(-) Ground (-) Ground

(-) AC Tach Output

(+) Ignition Status Input

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Locating components in the vehicle

A2 A3

ESCLCM - Electronic Steering Column

Lock Control Module

at Steering Column

VESCM - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module

at Driver Side under dash, above Driver Kick Panel

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- Your OEM remote may differ from the model shown in the illustrations.

- Test and secure mounted loops before reassembling the vehicle.

- Make 4-6 loops and place them around the front of the plastic body of the vehicle’s coded key as shown above.

- Remove Battery from OEM FOB prior to performing the Key Wrap.

1412

10 42

4-6 loops

Remove battery from

OEM Remote Control

OEM

Immobilizer

Receiver

Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11

NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12

Method 1: Immobilizer interface with OEM immobilizer receiver (PTS)

Note:

Note: OEM immobilizer receiver is located on

the underside of the steering column, where

the ignition switch would normally be.

1412

10 42

Note: OEM immobilizer receiver is located on

the underside of the steering column, where

the ignition switch would normally be.

IMPORTANT!: Not all OEM remotes can be inserted in 556U because of their size.

Make sure the key will fit, otherwise it is recommended to use a different method.

OEM

Immobilizer

Receiver

PIN 5 Violet

PIN 1 Red

PIN 6 Green

PIN 4 Black

PIN 2 Blue

PIN 3 Violet

(+) 12V

OEM Valet Key

Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11

NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12

556U or 556UW is sold SEPARATELY.

Method 2: Immobilizer interface with 556U (PTS)

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Method 3: Key wrap for Push-to-Start (PTS) using OEM immobilizer ring

- Make 4-6 loops and place the around the front of the plastic body of the vehicle’s coded key as shown above.

- Connect with OEM Immobilier Ring as shown in the above diagram.

- When possible, use valet key for key wrap. if blade key is used, battery must be removed.

1412

10 42

4-6 loops

Remove battery from

OEM Remote Control

OEM

Immobilizer

Receiver

Common Relay 2: Yellow/Red: 11

NC Relay 2: Orange/Red: 10

NO Relay 2: Brown/Red: 12

ImmobilizerECU

Note: OEM immobilizer receiver is located

on the underside of the steering column,

where the ignition switch would normally be.

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Vehicle connections

The connection information listed below is specific to the 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI (Smart Key). Refer to “Pre-installation and application warnings” for a list of important

notes.

Data 14-pin blue connector (H1)

Module Connects To

Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color Ref.

H1/1 Light Green No Connection No Connection

H1/2 Violet/Yellow No Connection No Connection

H1/3 Tan/Black (DATA) HS CAN High OBD-Data Link Connector, black 16 pin plug, pin 6 Data Orange/Red

H1/4 Tan (DATA) HS CAN Low OBD-Data Link Connector, black 16 pin plug, pin 14 Data Orange/Brown

H1/5 Orange/Green (DATA) HS CAN High Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,

pin 16 Data Orange/Green

H1/6 Orange/Brown (DATA) HS CAN Low Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,

pin 15 Data Orange/Brown

H1/7 Brown Relay N.O. Pk Light Output Headlight Switch, red 10 pin plug, pin 3 + Gray/Yellow

H1/8 Yellow Relay COM Parking Lights Interrupt Headlight Switch, red 10 pin plug, pin 8 Cut Red/White

H1/9 Orange/Yellow Relay N.C. Parking Lights Interrupt Headlight Switch, red 10 pin plug, pin 8 Cut Red/White

H1/10 Orange/Red Relay N.C. Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil in steering column, 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue

H1/11 Yellow/Red Relay COM Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil in steering column, 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue

H1/12 Brown/Red Relay N.O. Key Wrap Immobilizer Reader Coil in steering column, 2 pin plug, pin 1 RF Blue

H1/13 Red (+) W2W Only - 12 Volt VESCM above driver kick, white 73 pin plug, pin 1 + Red/White (40A)

H1/14 Black (-) W2W Only - Ground (chassis ground)

Output 12-pin red connector (H2)

Module Connects To

Conn./Pin Color Description Wire Location (+/-) Wire Color Ref.

H2/1 Black/White (-) Hazard Light Output Not Applicable

H2/2 Green/Black (-) PTS Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,

pin 13 - Violet

H2/3 Green/White (-) W2W Only - Door Output Remote Starter

H2/4 Red/Black (-) W2W Only - Trunk Output Remote Starter

H2/5 Violet/White (AC) W2W Only - Tach Output Remote Starter

H2/6 Gray (+) W2W Only - Brake Output Remote Starter

H2/7 Gray/Black (+) W2W Only - Ignition Output

H2/8 Violet/Green No Connection No Connection

H2/9 Violet/Brown (MUX) PTS Electronic Steering Column Lock Module, black 16 pin plug,

pin 4 - Violet/Blue

H2/10 Yellow/Black No Connection No Connection

H2/11 Orange/Black No Connection No Connection

H2/12 Blue/Red (-) W2W Only - Hood Output Remote Starter

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