program new remote, code alarm

Hi all, just bought a new (to me) remote to replace my old one. The installed system on my 2007 Ridgeline is a Code Alarm (CA500 i think)
the remote is the typical 4-button remote (DIYTX). I have the following integration module that is tied into the system, i'm assuming, to override the factory system:
Omega integration module
PKT2
IM05

My issue is, by following the typical remote program instructions, it does not work at all. my OEM key has the chip in it, and the buttons work on it, this was done when i bought a spare key. I'm assuming my OEM system needs to be bypassed again so the new remote will work??

looking to program this DIYTX myself so i can use my remote start, but i'm not sure if this is possible (?) Thanks

Thanks for the help, unfortunately, i can't seem to get this into unlock/program mode, i don't see a red-handled switch anywhere on the unit.


I got in, turned on the ignition, and the omega LED comes on. I jumped out the blue pins on the CA500 unit 3 times, because i'm 99% sure this is the valet button plug-in, but no light flash, no clicks, etc. Seems i'm not entering into prgram mode. A friend thinks maybe my OEM remote needs to be defeated before it'll let me program my Code Alarm remote.(?)

Thanks again for the help

Kwai-

To enable program mode for a CA500, the unit needs the following:

1.) Power (+12V) on the Red and RED / Violet wires.  Make sure the fuses in line between the lead and the unit are good.

2.) +12V on the Pink ignition1 lead to the unit when the ignition is turned "ON" via the key.  .

3.) A good Ground on the Black lead.

4.) Red handled switch in the "ON" position.  The red handled switch is connected to the blk/white wire from the unit.  You could follow this wire to find the switch.  The purpose of this switch is to disable the remote start in the "OFF"  or open position.    

5.) A programming switch connected to the  blue connector on the CA500...not sure if this is what you were shorting out.   Switch pressed 3 times will cause the parking lights to flash once indicating that you are in Remote programming mode.

I recommend verifying each of the items above with a DVM.  There is no need to defeat an OEM remote to program a Code Alarm unit.

In addition, to actually program the new remote, the antenna must be connected and the antenna cable must be inserted in the CA500 "brain".  The antenna cable also must not be pinched or cut. 

I included the CA500 install manual link for reference.

https://documents.codesystems.com/701143.pdf

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Lectric Guy

hi again, finally got around to getting back into this. still having an issue finding any kind of switch as you've referred to. i took a pic of my head unit, and the omega integrator that was installed. I would have to assume, even if buried somewhere, this switch is in the correct position, because i used my remote start up until the remote crapped out before Xmas. as a coincidence, i got a spare key programmed the same week. once programmed, the OEM key fob unlocks the doors, where the original key did not, this task was performed with the code alarm remote.. Not sure if this is any hint? again, i really appreciate this help, maybe my pics will help a little..

just went out again, tried to jump the blue connector 3 times, but no light flash/clicks, etc. Doesn't' seem to want to let me into the program mode

Programming a new Code Alarm remote has nothing to do with your factory key fob and it has nothing to do with the PKT2 and IM05.

The red handled switch that lectricguy is talking about is also called the valet switch. Code Alarm systems use a red button valet switch. Did you install this system or not? If you didnt, its possible that the installer didnt install the red button valet switch.....it could be black instead. Sometimes you will see this valet switch mounted in the kick panel or somewhere under the dash. Look at the Code Alarm brain. See if there is a 2 pin blue connector port. The valet switch should be conncted to it. If there isnt anything plugged into the blue port , you will need to get a valet switch.

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kawi-

  I agree with godd dan it, that sometimes installers don't install the switches in an obvious spot...sometimes they are taped or ty-wraped to the wiring under the dash or in the fuse panel.  In the CA500, there are 2 switches; a safety switch (usually a toggle--code supplies a red handled switch) to disable the Remote Start functions, but allows convenience features such as locks and trunk release to still operate--and a push button switch for programming.(momentary switch) .

  Note the the safety switch provides a connection to ground when "on", and an installer may have skipped the switch and tied this wire directly to ground.

  If you refer to the install manual (I sent the link in a previous post), you can see where these switches connect to the brain.   In your picture from your last post, notice the12 position connector on the lower left, where there is a BLACK/ white stripe wire--5th up from the bottom as seen in the photo.  This wire goes to the safety switch.  Just follow that wire, and you will see the switch or the ground connection.

  As far as the program switch,  The end on the very bottom of your photo is where this switch connects to the brain--we can't see this from the photo as it is cut off.  There should be a 2 pin blue plug for this switch--Again refer to the install guide--from the bottom right refering to your photo, going right to left, there should be the antenna cable (3 wire black cable), Door locks (2 wire blue and green) and then the program switch--Usually a grey and black cable with a blue connector. 

This blue connector is the connector you need to use, preferably with a momentary switch.  Also note that in order to get into programming mode, the key needs to be in the ON position--this provides IGN power to the remote start, a requirement to get into programming while you are pressing the program switch (or jumping the leads of the blue connector). 

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Lectric Guy