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Code Alarm CA5054 Remote start system with keyless entry

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Code Alarm's CA5054 remote start system allows you the luxury of being able to climb into your pre-warmed and...

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About the Code Alarm CA5054

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Remote start system

Code Alarm's CA5054 remote start system allows you the luxury of being able to climb into your pre-warmed and defrosted vehicle even when it's parked at the far end of a parking lot in the dead of winter, for instance, Or, imagine leaving a hot amusement park in the summertime, crossing a sweltering parking lot, and jumping into your cool, air-conditioned ride. The CA5054 remote has a range of up to 1500 feet — that's over a quarter of a mile — but don't worry: you'll always be able to find your vehicle in that crowded parking lot when the Car Finder feature beeps the horn for you (an additional relay may be required).

Remote start system

Code Alarm's CA5054 remote start system allows you the luxury of being able to climb into your pre-warmed and defrosted vehicle even when it's parked at the far end of a parking lot in the dead of winter, for instance, Or, imagine leaving a hot amusement park in the summertime, crossing a sweltering parking lot, and jumping into your cool, air-conditioned ride. The CA5054 remote has a range of up to 1500 feet — that's over a quarter of a mile — but don't worry: you'll always be able to find your vehicle in that crowded parking lot when the Car Finder feature beeps the horn for you (an additional relay may be required).

More features

The CA5054 will also unlock and lock your car, and pop open the trunk, if you want, plus it features an override switch for valet parking. You can program the system to start your car automatically at the same time every day, for dependable commuting. You can even program it to start your vehicle every 2 or 3 hours, which is useful in extreme cold conditions when you want to keep engine fluids from freezing. And you can set the run time to limit how much gas your vehicle uses while warming up. The system's auxiliary output operates an additional function, like turning on the dome light.

Note: If you know how to use a multimeter and have experience working with your vehicle's electrical system, you should be able to install this remote start system yourself. If you're unfamiliar with installing car security equipment, please consider getting professional installation (see Accessories).

Important Note:
We offer an interface that can save you lots of time when you install a Code Alarm system in most vehicles. Chat or call us at 1-888-955-6000 to see if the interface will work with your vehicle.

IMPORTANT:
If you know how to use a multimeter and have experience working with your vehicle's electrical system, you should be able to install this remote start system yourself. If not, please consider having your system professionally installed.


To ensure vehicle compatibility, please enter your vehicle information in OutfitMyCar. Your order will be reviewed by our Car Experts group, who will contact you if further information or recommended accessories are needed.

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Product highlights:

  • remote start and keyless entry system
  • works with fuel injected, diesel, and hybrid vehicles with automatic transmissions
  • two 4-button 1-way remotes — up to 1500-foot range
  • remote door lock/unlock and trunk release
  • glass mount antenna with red LED and valet switch
  • Progressive Car Finder
  • 24 Hour Time Start Mode
  • user programmable run time
  • Panic Mode features Real Panic Sound randomized horn warnings to attract more attention (relay may be required)
  • compatible with FlashLogic FLCAN vehicle interface module
  • one auxiliary output
  • warranty: limited lifetime
  • MFR # CA5054

What's in the box:

  • CA-5054 control module
  • Two CATX4 4-button 1-way remote transmitters (with CR2016 battery installed)
  • 2 Key rings (installed on remotes)
  • Antenna/LED/Valet module (with self-adhesive pad)
  • 7-pin Main harness with 30" 36" and 78" leads (part #41201071)
  • 3-pin Parking Light harness with 24" 30" and 36" leads and in-line 15A ATO fuse (part #41201031)
  • 6-pin Start harness with 20" leads and in-line 20A and 30A ATO fuses (part #41201101)
  • 4-pin Alternate Output harness with 20" leads (part #41201021)
  • 2-pin Lock Output harness with 36" leads (part #41201061)
  • 5-pin Antenna/LED/Valet harness with flat 8' cable (part #41201920)
  • Spring-loaded pin switch (with three hex nuts and an external-tooth lock washer)
  • Owner's Guide
  • Installation Guide
  • Warning sticker

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General Features
Keyless Entry Features
Remote Start Features

General Features

Overview: The Code-Alarm CA5054 Remote Start and Keyless Entry System, a part of the Professional Series line, will remotely start your vehicle, or lock/unlock your doors with a push of a button. The remote start feature offers you the convenience of warming up your car on a cold day, or cooling it down on a hot day. The CA5054 is not a car security system. The system comes with two 4-button remotes.

Glass-Mount Antenna: The included glass-mount antenna includes a red LED and the valet switch built in. Typically, the antenna is mounted high on your windshield near the rear-view mirror, using the provided dual-sided adhesive pad. This location gives you optimal range for the remotes, high visibility for the status LEDs, and a convenient location for the valet switch/programming button.

Data Bus Interface (DBI) Port: The control module has a 4-pin Data Bus Interface (DBI) port, which allows you to plug in an optional FlashLogic Transponder/Door Lock/Remote Start Interface (220FLCAN) directly into the system. These modules, compatible with many late model vehicles, can save considerable installation time by eliminating the need to find and splice various wires within the vehicle. Typical connections that are made with the interfaces include tachometer, brake, door locks, and ignition/starter.

Note: Even with the interface, there will be some required splicing into your vehicle's factory wiring.

Remotes: The CA5054 comes with two 1-way, 4-button remote transmitters (CATX4). The remotes operate at 433 MHz to give you a range of up to 1500 feet. The four buttons are Lock, Unlock, Car Find/Panic, and Start. Each remote requires one CR2016 battery (installed). Additional remotes (up to a total of 4) can be programmed to operate the remote start system.

Transmitter Verification: As a safety precaution, each time the vehicle's ignition is turned on, the status LED will flash the number of transmitters programmed into the system. This helps identify and prevent unauthorized transmitters from accessing your vehicle.

Keyless Entry Features

Keyless Entry: The CA5054 can lock and unlock your car's doors with a single press of the appropriate button. The parking lights will flash once when the doors are unlocked and twice when the doors are locked.

Factory Door Lock Integration: The unit works directly with vehicles equipped with negative switching locks. All other factory locking systems will need a Code Alarm Door Lock Relay Kit, or two relays (120E5000), unless you are using a data interface with door lock control. Resistors will also be needed for positive and negative multiplexed door lock systems. In addition to unlocking and locking the doors, the system can also open the vehicle's trunk or hatch.

Two Stage Door Unlock: You can program the unit to unlock the doors in two steps: the first press of the unlock button will unlock the driver's door only. If pressed again, the system will unlock the remaining doors.

Silent Choice: The Silent Choice feature allows you to control the audible responses when the doors are locked or unlocked. When Silent Choice is activated, a second press of the "lock" button is required to activate an audible response from the vehicle. If your system is set up for a two-step unlock, a third press is required for an audible response. The system default is Silent Choice enabled. (Requires connection to the vehicle's horn circuit--a 120E5000 relay may be needed.)

Trunk Release: You can open the vehicle's trunk by pressing and holding the unlock button for 3 seconds. An additional relay and a trunk-release solenoid may be required.

Car Finder: The Progressive Car Finder feature helps you to locate your vehicle. A single press of the Car Finder/Panic button will cause the parking lights to flash and honk the horn 5 times at low volume. Each time you press the button, the horn honk volume will increase. (Requires connection to the vehicle's horn circuit--a 120E5000 relay may be needed.)

Panic Mode: The Personal Protection Alarm, also known as the Panic Mode, will flash the parking lights and honk the horn to draw attention to you or your vehicle. The system can utilize a random "Real Panic Sound" output, which differs from a traditional, rhythmic horn honk used by some systems. You can activate and deactivate the Personal Protection Alarm by pressing the Car Finder/Panic button for 3 seconds. (Requires connection to the vehicle's horn circuit--a 120E5000 relay may be needed.)

Remote Start Features

Remote Start Operation: The Code-Alarm CA5054 can remotely start your vehicle using the remote transmitters. When activated by pressing the remote start button twice within 2 seconds, the system will flash or turn on the parking lights to confirm the vehicle was started. The engine will remain running for a pre-programmed amount of time (5, 10, 15, 20, 45, or 60 minutes). Before operating the vehicle, you will need to insert the key, turn to the On position, and depress the brake to disengage the starter procedure.

Extended Run Times: You can extend the time the vehicle will be running under the remote start system. By pressing the remote start button 4 times, the run time will reset to the beginning of the current run time cycle.

Failure to Start: If your vehicle stalls or does not start, the system will pause 5 seconds, then try two more times to start the vehicle. If the vehicle fails to start after the third attempt, the system will abort the remote starting process.

Preheating/Precooling: Before exiting the vehicle, you should set the temperature controls to the desired setting and operation. When the vehicle is started the next time, the heater or air conditioner will be activated to heat or cool the vehicle's interior to your setting.

Interval Starting: The CA5054 has the ability to start the vehicle every 2 or 3 hours for a 48-hour period. When started, the engine will run for the programmed length of time. This is especially useful in cold climates where the only means to keep the engine and engine fluids warm is to periodically start the engine. The default setting is 3 hours, however, you can set it to a 2-hour interval in the menu.

Daily Start Timer: If you want the car started at the same time each day, you can set the system to start a daily 24-hour timer. You can operate the vehicle any time during the 24-hour period. When you are finished driving the vehicle at the end of the day, you will need to complete the steps to set the system to start when the timer expires.

Special Vehicle Accommodations: The remote start can be configured to accommodate a variety of vehicle engine types. You can program the remote start for a gasoline engine, with no delay for the starter output wire. You can also program the unit for a diesel engine with a delay in the starter output wire of 10, 15, 20, or 45 seconds after the ignition has been powered up by the remote start. This delay is required in order for the diesel engine's glow plugs to become ready to start the engine. The system also features a special compatibility for a hybrid vehicle.

Quick Stop: This feature allows you to keep the engine running and the vehicle secure while you make a short stop, taking the keys with you.

Tach Programming: The system will not operate unless tach is programmed, or the tachless option is turned on. The CA5054 will learn the tach rate of most vehicle's single coil, multiple coil packs, or single injector. The Smart Tachless mode is available only if a tach signal has never been learned to the system. When activated, the Smart Tachless mode will automatically be set as the Tach Mode for the system without the need of further programming. The parking lights provide an indication of which Tach mode has been chosen:

  • Tach: hard wired directly to the tach wire of the vehicle to monitor AC voltage.
  • Tachless (Crank Average / Voltage): determines crank time by averaging the last 8 times the vehicle was started with the key, then monitors the change in voltage after remote start.
  • Hybrid (Crank Average / No Voltage): determines crank time by averaging the last 8 times the vehicle was started with the key.
  • DBI Port: monitors the vehicle's tach rate through an interface module connected to the DBI port.

Safety Features: For safety and security reasons, the system will shut down or prevent the remote starter from activating if any of the following occur:

  • The vehicle hood is open.
  • The gear shift selector is not in Park.
  • The brake pedal is depressed prior to turning the ignition key to the On position.
  • The valet mode is active.

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6 questions already asked

Q
Does this work with 03 chevy avalanche will I need the passlock bypass module/transponder as well or is it built in?
jeryk  Jan 07, 2016
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A
For details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Jan 08, 2016 (Staff)
Q
Is there any way to shut off the horn chirp for the remote start?
john  Sep 01, 2015
1 answer
A
There is, check the transmitter programming chart that starts on page 16 of the installation manual that came with the CA5054. I don't have mine in front of me but I did program the chirp to be off for lock/unlock and starting.
richard  Sep 01, 2015
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Will this work on a 2015 Toyota Tundra?
chris  Jul 28, 2015
1 answer
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For details on fit or installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Jul 29, 2015 (Staff)
Q
Can this product be configured to work with a diesel pickup?
stephen m  Dec 06, 2014
1 answer
A
For details on installation please contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and give you the details on if this will fit and what you will need for an installation in your vehicle.
kristina  Dec 07, 2014 (Staff)
Q
What does the valet switch do exactly??
devin   Nov 08, 2014
1 answer
A
I forwarded your question to an Advisor and they responded with the following: It temporally disables the security functions so someone can park your car without having to give them the security key fob. If you would like to discuss further you can contact an Advisor directly by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat.
kristina  Nov 12, 2014 (Staff)
Q
Can this system be installed on a vehicle that does not have factory remote door locks?
steve  Oct 06, 2014
1 answer
A
You will want to contact an Advisor by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat to discuss compatibility with your factory system. They will be able to pull up your vehicle and see if this will integrate. If it does not, then they will also be able to discuss other options with you.
kristina  Oct 06, 2014 (Staff)
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