---

DOC.#

TIP SHEETB-2354-1112010 Acura TLPush-To-Start

Thank you for purchasing your remote start from MyPushcart.com - an industry leader in providing remote starts to do-it-yourself installers since 1999.  The purpose of this tip sheet is to help you organize your installation.  If you are having difficulties please contact our Technical Support Department by clicking here https://mypushcart.com/helpme/  OR  PHONE: (520) 572-2220 M-F 9-5 ARIZONA time. 

Help us help you:

The best way to get support the soonest is to open an online ticket.  Phone calls are always welcome.  The phones are answered by receptionists who can take your information and create the same ticket you can create using the link above. Tickets are handled in the order in which they are received.  THANK YOU

Disclaimer

Neither the manufacturer nor the distributor of these components are responsible for damages of any kind either indirectly or directly caused by the components, except for the replacement of the components in case of manufacturing defects.  This guide is subject to change without notice.  Refresh your browser cache or use different browser (Edge, Chrome, Firefox, etc.) to view the latest update.

A few very important things before you get started:

Read the entire tip sheet. There are several safety tips there that you need to know before you start.

Avoid using a test light to probe wires. Test lights can set off airbags if you probe the wrong wire. Your vehicle wiring chart will identify the correct wires that you’ll be tapping on to in your car. If you must probe, use a digital multi-meter. They’re inexpensive and won’t set off airbags.

Only compatible with automatic transmission vehicles manufactured for sale in the US and Canada.

   ⇒ Firmware pre-loaded: As part of the service MPC provides, we have already flashed the compatible firmware version and options into your EVO-ALL module for you so you are ready to begin the installation in the vehicle. You will need to program the module to the vehicle when the installation is complete.

REMOTE START ACTIVATION

Overview

STEP 1: Preparation

Beginning the Installation:

Tip #1 – Where Everything Goes

•  When you open up your remote start, you’re going to see a whole bunch of wires.  Don’t be intimidated – you’re only going to be using a few of them. The remote starters are designed with wiring options for a variety of cars and no car is going to use all of them.  The wire charts and system wiring diagram will show you the wires that you’re going to need and where they connect in your vehicle.  Any wires that are not shown to connect in this guide will not need to be connected. 

•  Remote start and bypass modules –  Before you start wiring, look for a location where there’s some open space that will fit the modules.  Pay attention to moving parts like the pedals, e-brake and steering column.  Be sure to route your wiring away from those areas.  Carefully remove the lower knee bolster, plastic steering column shroud, and any other panels required to gain access to the needed vehicle plugs.  Remember the order that you remove the panels.  It is best to route your wires along with the vehicles factory wires, as this is typically a safe location and it keeps the install neat. Once you have accessed the needed locations in the vehicle use the plugs, pin positions in the plugs, and wire colors shown in this guide to identify the correct wires that you will need to connect from the remote starter to the vehicle.  In most cases, the wires on the remote start are way longer than needed.  Trim off the excess wire when you make your connections, but leave some slack, this will allow you some flexibility when it comes time to stow the remote start after the installation is completed.

How to Make Wire Connections

Strip - Poke - Wrap and Tape method is the best wire connection that you can make. You MUST use this method for the Can High and Can Low wire connections.  Do not solder unless you know how to do it really well.

Click here for directions on how to Strip/Poke/Wrap/Tape the wires

The Strip - Poke - Wrap and Tape method shown above is the most reliable for remote start installations. Your kit may include T-Tap connectors that can be used on any connections except for the Can High and Can Low connections.

Click here for directions on how to use a T-Tap

WHERE TO FIND YOUR WIRES

Wiring Diagram

Remote Start Connections

Ground – Connect the Black wire from the 12-pin plug to ground (bare metal in your vehicle).

                                                                    

 

Insert the 6 and 12-pin plugs into the remote start module.

 

Optional Connections

1.    Valet Switch – The Crimestopper remote starter comes with a valet programming button with a small blue 2-pin plug. This is used for programming, and while it is not essential for the remote start operation, we recommend installing this so that just in case it is needed in the future, it does not get lost. Requires a ¼” hole.   Usually put in the driver’s kick panel (that’s the area forward of the door), the driver’s side of the center console, or the underside of the dash.  

 

2.    LED – The Crimestopper remote starter comes with an LED with a small white 2-pin plug. This is a status indicator and can be useful for diagnostics but is not essential for remote start operation. Requires a ¼” hole.   Usually put in the driver’s kick panel (that’s the area forward of the door), the driver’s side of the center console, or the underside of the dash.

 

 3.    Hood Pin -This is an OPTIONAL connection and is not needed for the remote start to operate.
If your vehicle is not equipped with a hood pin switch you can install an aftermarket one as a protection feature. The hood pin will prevent you from accidentally activating the remote start if the hood is open. You will need to drill a 3/8” hole in metal under the hood and mount the aftermarket hood pin switch. Make sure that you position the switch so that when you close the hood it pushes the plunger down on the hood pin switch. Route a wire from the pin switch carefully through the firewall either by way of a plastic grommet or use a factory rubber grommet to pass the wire through. Then connect the hood pin switch wire to the Gray wire in the 12-pin connector as shown.

STEP 3: Programming

Program the EVO-ALL Module

Your EVO-ALL module now needs to be paired to your vehicle.   Before starting the programming sequence, make sure that none of the connectors are plugged into the EVO-ALL.  Instructions for programming the EVO-ALL are below. Here are two important tips to help you avoid common mistakes:

 

STEP 4: Testing the system

Connecting the Activation Wire

This connection is only needed if the EVO module is not doing 3 lock start thru the data connector.  Here is how to test.  After successfully programming your evo module (led lights must flash exactly as shown in each program step) with all other connections made to the remote start module, close hood and doors.  While sitting in the vehicle, press your factory remote LOCK button 3x's.  You should see the blue led on the EVO module flash w/each LOCK press (3 blue flashes) and the car will start shortly after.  If so, install is complete.  If this test does not work then you will need to make the connection shown below.

Locate the Lock Motor wire (wire color and location given below), plug in the small Red 3-pin and Black 4-pin plug from the LMM-CS to the Crimestopper brain. Touch the GREEN wire with Red male spade connector to a 12 volt source 3x's for testing. One of the Red wires from the Crimestopper main 6-pin works well (may need to use a spare wire lead to perform test). The car should start if all other connections and programming were done correctly.  That’s how pressing ‘lock’ on your OEM remote 3 times starts the vehicle.  

If this connection is needed and you need assistance with the Lock Motor wire, contact us for info @ https://ts.mypushcart.com/ticket

Once you have identified the Start Activation (Lock Motor) wire in the vehicle, make the connections to the relay as shown on the diagram below.

STEP 5: Finishing up!

 After confirming that everything works properly, cap off or tape the ends of any wires you’re not using to avoid grounding or other contacts.
•  Now gather up all the wiring and neatly bundle it together using zip ties or electrical tape to prevent the wires from interfering with any of the moving parts under the dash.
•  Test the system often when you are putting your vehicle back together.
•  Find a secure place to put the remote start module and use zip ties to secure it. Be careful not to zip tie near your connections as it may create a bad connection.
•  Replace any interior vehicle panels that were removed to gain access to the needed wires, in reverse order that they were removed.
•  Test the system as you reinstall the panels in your vehicle to make sure you do not pull something loose or pinch a wire. Be careful not to run a screw through a wire or pinch a wire while reinstalling panels.

KEY TAKEOVER

 

Copyright 2026 Digitel LLC