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thomasyur 
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Posted: January 16, 2023 at 2:22 PM / IP Logged Link to Post Post Reply Quote thomasyur
Hi Members, I'm not an installer although I've installed 4 starter/alarms in my own vehicles. I'm looking to install a remote starter in my 2000 Buick Century winter crasher without a bypass module. I want to use a resistor to bypass the remote start function only. This site has referenced this issue as https://www.the12volt.com/installbay/file.asp?ID=237 but unfortunately I am unable to locate this file in a web search or on the 12volt.com site. I've researched this matter and came up 3 different recommendations, using one relay, the other using 2 relays, and another using 3 relays. Can someone set me straight on how to properly wire this bypass with resistor and relay or relays? I appreciate any assistance and thank you for your time.
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Posted: January 19, 2023 at 3:07 AM / IP Logged Link to Post Post Reply Quote kreg357
Are you doing a permanent bypass to rid the annoying problems of VATS or adding a Remote Starter?
If you just want to delete VATS, buy a Directed 652T resistor pack, measure the current key resistor and select the correct value from the 652T pack & solder it onto the cut VATS wires. No need for relays. Just remember those VATS wires are very thin and somewhat delicate.
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Posted: January 19, 2023 at 7:56 AM / IP Logged Link to Post Post Reply Quote thomasyur
kreg357
I'm not having any issues with VATS at this time. I'm adding a remote starter and would to bypass the VATS for the remote start process only. I've found conflicting information stating 3 different ways to do this, using 1/2/or 3 relays. Thanks for the reply.
Tom
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Posted: January 19, 2023 at 10:39 AM / IP Logged Link to Post Post Reply Quote kreg357
Personally, installing a remote start on that vehicle I would use a Fortin INT-SL+. It would cost more than the relays and resistor but it would do much more* for you and be an easier install.
* the INT-SL+ would handle the Door Lock, Trunk Release and supply a Tach signal besides bypassing the VATS - all via one Data connection to the OBD2 port.
Here is a link to the install guide : https://fortin.ca/download/46281/int-sl%2B_revj.pdf
With the Fortin INT-SL+ it comes pre-programmed and all ready to go right out of the box.
If you wanted to go with a relay and resistor, only one relay is needed. You would use the R/S's GWR or (-) Status Output to control the relay.
Here is a link to the VATS bypass relay wiring diagram : https://www.wiresheet.com/v3/diagrams200/237%20-%20General%20Motors%20Vehicle%20Anti-Theft%20System%20(V.A.T.S.)%20Interface%20.pdf
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Posted: January 21, 2023 at 11:15 AM / IP Logged Link to Post Post Reply Quote thomasyur
Hey Kreg357
Thanks for the comeback and info. I was trying to do this as cheap as possible since its my winter crasher, a friend gave me a used Omega RS-7K2 that I was considering using. If I were to take your advice and us the Fortin INT-SL+ could you recommend a good reasonable starter/alarm to use with the Fortin INT-SL+?. Thanks for all your help, let me know.
Tom
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Posted: January 23, 2023 at 8:34 AM / IP Logged Link to Post Post Reply Quote kreg357
The Fortin INT-SL+ will work with any decent R/S system. It would be "hard-wired" with direct wire connections for all supported functions.
The first question is do you want a R/S w/alarm system or just a R/S with keyless entry?
If you want a R/S with alarm functions the prices go up a bit. A decent entry level system would be a Firstech CM-900AS. You would still need a RF kit that includes the antenna and remotes.
For a bit more you could get a Compustar CS7900AS. This is a complete system that includes long range remotes.
If you just wanted a R/S system with no alarm functions, check out the Compustar CS925-S. Good system with remotes with decent range.
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