FORTIN F250 Keyless Remote Starters and Alarm Systems Installation Guide

May 15, 2024
FORTIN

FORTIN F250 Keyless Remote Starters and Alarm Systems

STAND ALONE INSTALLATION

ADDENDUM – SUGGESTED WIRING CONFIGURATION

  • ONLY COMPATIBLE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION VEHICLES.

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COMPATIBLE MODULE REQUIRED:

  • QR CODE ON THE LABEL MANUFACTURED AFTER: 2019

FIRMWARE VERSION

To add the firmware version and the options, use the FLASH LINK UPDATER or FLASH LINK MOBILE tool, sold separately.

Program bypass option:

DESCRIPTION
OEM Remote status (Lock/Unlock) monitoring

IF THE VEHICLE IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH FUNCTIONAL HOOD PIN:

  • Hood trigger (Output Status).

NOTES
The vehicle’s OEM remote will still be operable during remote start.

MANDATORY INSTALL

  • HOOD PIN

HOOD STATUS : THE HOOD PIN SWITCH MUST BE INSTALLED IF THE VEHICLE CAN BE REMOTE-STARTED WITH THE HOOD OPEN, SET FUNCTION A11 TO OFF.

Notice: the installation of safety elements are mandatory. The hood pin is an essential security element and must be installed.

THIS MODULE MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. A WRONG CONNECTION CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE.

This guide may change without notice. See www.fortin.ca for latest version.

PARTS REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED)

MANDATORY

  • HOOD PIN
  • REMOTE START SAFETY OVERRIDE SWITCH

Part #: RSPB available, Sold separately.

Notice: the installation of safety elements are mandatory. The hood pin and the valet switch are essential security elements and must be installed.

STAND ALONE CONFIGURATION

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REMOTE STARTER FUNCTIONALITY

  • All doors must be closed.
  • Press the OEM remote’s Lock button 3x to remote-start (or remote-stop) the vehicle.
  • The vehicle will START.FORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-13

REMOTE STARTER DIAGNOSTICS

  • x2 flash :
    • Brake ON
  • x3 flash :
    • No tach
  • x4 flash :
    • Ignition before start
  • x5 flash :
    • Hood Open

REMOTE STARTER WARNING CARD

CUT THIS WARNING CARD AND STICK IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE: or use the package RSPB, Sold separately.

WARNING

REMOTE STARTER THE VEHICLE CAN BE STARTED BY EITHER: PRESSING THE LOCK BUTTON ON THE OEM REMOTE 3 TIMES CONSECUTIVELY OR BY A SMARTPHONE. TURN ON THE SAFETY SWITCH LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD BEFORE WORKING ON THE VEHICLE.

THE REMOTE START WILL NOT OPERATE IF :

  • The hood is open or the switch is not present
  • Check Engine light is ON
  • The low fuel light is ON
  • Vehicle battery voltage is too lowFORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-14

CAUTION

  • The remote start is limited to two consecutive commands Start or Stop.
  • To use the remote again ignition must be turned ON and OFF.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WIRING CONNECTION

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DECRYPTOR PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE

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BEFORE PROGRAMMING SET THE UNIT OPTIONS AND SAVE.

  • Press and hold Insert the programming button: the 4-Pin (Data-Link) connector.FORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-20

    • The Blue, Red, Yellow and Blue & Red LEDs will alternatively illuminate.
  • Release the programming button when the LED is BLUE.

  • If the LED is not solid BLUE disconnect the 4-Pin connector (Data-Link) and go back to step 1.

  • Insert the required remaining connectors.

  • Turn the key to the Ignition ON/RUN position.

  • The BLUE LED will turn OFF.

  • The BLUE, YELLOW and RED LEDs will alternated.

  • The RED and YELLOW LEDs will alternated.

  • Make sure that the DELs are flashing RED and YELLOW before continuing programming.FORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-23

  • Turn the key to the OFF position.

    • The RED and YELLOW LEDs alternate.FORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-26

KEY BYPASS PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE 2/2

  • Disconnect all the connectors and after the Data-Link (4-pins) connector.FORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-27
  • Use the tool: FLASH LINK UPDATER or FLASH LINK MOBILE to visit the DCryptor menu.FORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-28
  • Parts required (not included)
  • AFTER DCRYPTOR PROGRAMMING COMPLETED Go back to the vehicle and reconnect the 4-Pin (Data-Link) connector and after, all the remaining connectors.FORTIN-F250-Keyless-Remote-Starters-and-Alarm-Systems-FIG-29
    • The BLUE LED will turn ON.
  • Turn the key to the Ignition ON/RUN position.
    • The BLUE, YELLOW, and RED LEDs will alternated.
    • The BLUE LED will flash rapidly.
  • Turn the key to the OFF position.
    • The BLUE will turn OFF.
  • The module is now programmed.

OPTIONAL RF-KIT PROGRAMMING

PROGRAM BYPASS OPTION

  • Program bypass option:
    • ☑ Supported RF-KITS enable
    • ☑ H2 Fortin 2

OPTIONAL FORTIN RF KIT SERIES 4 OR SERIES 9 PROGRAMMING

  • The module must be programmed on the vehicle.
  • MAKE SURE THE IGNITION KEY HAS BEEN IN THE OFF POSITION FOR AT LEAST 5 SECONDS.

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REMOTE STARTER FUNCTIONALITY

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  • All doors must be closed.
  • Remote start the vehicle.
  • Unlock the doors with the remote-starter remote or the OEM remote.
  • Insert and Turn the key to the Ignition ON/RUN position.
  • Press the brake pedal.
  • The vehicle can now be put into gear and driven.

Notice: Updated Firmware and Installation Guides Updated firmware and installation guides are posted on our web site regularly. We recommend that you update this module to the latest firmware and download the latest installation guide(s) prior to the installation of this product.

WARNING
The information on this sheet is provided on an (as is) basis with no representation or warranty of accuracy whatsoever. It is the sole responsibility of the installer to check and verify any circuit before connecting to it. Only a computer safe logic probe or digital multimeter should be used. FORTIN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS assumes absolutely no liability or responsibility whatsoever pertaining to the accuracy or currency of the information supplied. The installation in every case is the sole responsibility of the installer performing the work and FORTIN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS assumes no liability or responsibility whatsoever resulting from any type of installation, whether performed properly, improperly or any other way. Neither the manufacturer or distributor of this module is responsible of damages of any kind indirectly or directly caused by this module, except for the replacement of this module in case of manufacturing defects. This module must be installed by qualifi ed technician. The information supplied is a guide only. This instruction guide may change without notice. Visit www.fortinbypass.com to get the latest version.

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