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Handset Initialization

NOTE: New handsets are supplied in pairs. If a new handset is required, it will require initialization to the ECU using the following procedure:

1. Starting conditions: ignition off, doors unlocked, bonnet switch depressed.
2. Carry out instructions 3. to 9 within 8 seconds.
3. Switch ignition ON.
4. Switch ignition OFF.
5. Lock doors.
6. Unlock doors.
7. Release bonnet switch.
8. Switch ignition ON.
9. Switch ignition OFF.

If alarm is correctly accessed, horn will sound and LED will light. It is now possible to programme two handsets of correct frequency to vehicle alarm ECU. This must be carried out within Two minutes.

10. Press and hold down button on first handset until dash LED flashes.
11. Repeat instruction 10. for second handset.
12. The LED will extinguish if both handsets have been initialized correctly.