Glossary of terms – CLIFFORD G4102X User Manual

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Glossary of terms

Control Center: The control center contains the system’s radio-frequency

antenna, the valet and override switch, and the Status LED. For maximum

remote-control range, the Control Center is usually located at the top of the

windshield, centered near the rear-view mirror.

Control Module: The “brain” of your system. Usually hidden underneath the

dash area of the vehicle. It houses the microprocessor which monitors your

vehicle and controls all of the system's functions.

Failsafe® Starter Kill (if equipped): An automatic switch controlled by the

system which prevents the vehicle’s starter from cranking whenever the system

is locked. The vehicle is never prevented from cranking when the system is

unlocked in Valet® Mode, or should the starter kill switch fail. Your system

is ready for this feature, however installation of this feature may require ad-

ditional labor.

Input: Any physical connection to the system. An input can be provided by

existing systems in the vehicle, such as ignition or courtesy lights.

In-vehicle status LED: A light used to indicate the status of your system. It is

located on your systems control center.

MTS: Manual transmission start. Procedure required for using the remote start

in a vehicle with a manual transmission.

RF: Radio frequency

Valet Button: A small push button switch located on your systems control center.

It is used to override the starter interrupt when a remote is lost or damaged, or

to enter or exit Valet Mode.