Patent ID: 6147418
Filing Date: 2000-11-14
Classification: F02N

Abstract:
A remote vehicle starting apparatus comprising:a remote transmitting unit having internal high density electronic components being capable of transmitting a low power radio frequency link for developing a wireless communication path;a timing module, said timing module located on an upper portion of said remote transmitting unit and said timing module consisting of a digital display, a back light switch, a time set switch, a REMOTE ON indicator light and a REMOTE OFF indicator light operated by an internal transmitter, and wherein said digital display is used to view the current time as well as the time at which the motor vehicle will automatically start if so set;a receiver mounted internal to the engine compartment of a motor vehicle, said receiver connecting to and receiving operating power from a power connection wiring harness and said receiver further connected to an ignition circuit of a motor vehicle by an ignition circuit connection wiring harness, said power connection wiring harness being connected to a vehicle ground and to a vehicle battery through a fuse, said power connection wiring harness being connected so that it always receives a source of electrical power, even when motor vehicle is turned off, and said ignition circuit connection wiring harness providing for both a ""RUN"" and a ""START"" signal; andan antenna, said antenna connected to said receiver for aiding in reception of a signal from said wireless communication path.