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1. d Tap the turn signal switch very briefly in any direction to store the value The vehicle will flash three four or five times according to the stored value to confirm your chosen amount You must follow the above sequence precisely This is the only way to change the desired number of flashes If you want to change the value repeat the procedure again beginning with a Note The RESET does not change the stored value back to three flashes The value remains until it is replaced with another as described above Comfort turn signal module B3 5 RESET Lerning mode After maintenance work e g replacement of the turn signal relay and to adjust the flashing time itis necessary to reset and retrain the module For this you must follow the RESET procedure to delete the module s memory and activate the learning mode In order to prevent an inadvertently initiated RESET the RESET procedure can only be done a short time after switching on the ignition Please proceed as follows a Switch off ignition b Switch on ignition and wait for approx 5 seconds c Switch on the emergency light switch and off again If the emergency light will be switched on too early or to late the RESET will be prevented The same occures if you flash to the left or right To confirm the RESET was accomplished the LED briefly flashes three times if the properties were not already deleted The module is now in learning mode and you can continue with2. the start up procedure or adjust the flashing time O 6 Final work The comfort turn signal B3 can be fitted anywhere behind the fascia but not in the engines compartment Because it radiates some heat you should not tape it onto any flammable material Simply fix the module with some insulation tape to the wiring harness Avoid areas of high dampness and temperature i e heating system condensation or air conditioning system
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4. be operated with conventional turn signal systems These are systems in which the current is lead from the fuse to the turn signal relay directly to the turn signal switch and then to the bulbs The B35 comfort flashing module can be operated by turn signals in which the current first goes to the switch and then to the flashing relay to the bulbs Turn signal systems in which the turn signal switch is attached at a controller but has no connection to the bulbs cannot be retrofitted with B3 5 or B3P S In these cases please use the B3 for digital turn signal systems Installation 1 Preparation Installation using the enclosed splice clamps is quite simple but nevertheless should only be carried out by a specialist Knowledge of the cars electrical system is necessary to connect the five wires of the B3 module In the appendix you will find the wiring diagram for the B3 5 T For the B3 4S please use the additional diagram found in the addendum If the flashing relay is part of the emergency hazard light switch it is recommended you connect the module there as you will find all necessary connecting points see extended diagram of connections In this case please ensure all wires are of the same length You will find a table for different models from the VAG Company in the appendix NOTE Before undertaking any work on the electrical equipment of the vehicle please disconnect the battery If necessary ensure you have all c
5. ction is perfect You can now attach the remaining wires using the blue splice clamps ensuring you have first disconnected the battery Comfort turn signal module B3 3 Start up function test At this time the module should not be installed behind the fascia to enable you to observe the Status signals of the LED You will find a table with the different status signals and their meaning in the appendix Attach the battery again and switch on the ignition The LED will flash once or twice If it flashes twice the module is already in learning mode If the LED flashes once you should RESET the module described in section 5 to force it into learning mode Once you have done that carry on with the following O Briefly flash tap turn signal switch once to the left or right The turn signal will automatically flash three times and the turn signal systems characteristics will be determined and stored The learning mode is finished 4 Adjusting flashing time During normal operation the module will flash three times If you wish it to flash more the B3 can be changed to four or five flashes To change it please proceed as follows a DoaRESET as described in section 5 to force the module into learning mode Once done carry on with the following O b Hold the turn signal switch to the left and count your desired number of flashes three four or five c Hold the turn signal switch to the right and count your desired number of flashes
6. e chamber and are installed in the same manner The red splice clamps are intended for use on cables with a small diameter the blue splice clamps for those with larger diameters First connect the black cable of the module to ground minus mass and the red to switched positive only when ignition is on If the cars wiring usually only the ground wire is particularly thin please use a red clamp Make sure that the positive connection you use is fused When installing at the emergency light switch the fuse of the turn signal system is used As you will have noticed the module has five pins Initially you must only connect the positi ve and negative do not connect any other wires You must now test by watching the LED whether the connections you made are working f the LED does not flash it may be for one of two reasons a the module is incorrectly connected or b itis connected to a non switched positive a constant live source In the case of b ask a second person to disconnect and connect again the battery If the LED flashes you have incorrectly connected it to a constant live source f the LED does not flash at all there is probably a problem with the contacts Disconnect the negative battery terminal again and swap the two blue splice clamps for red clamps suitable for smaller cable diameters ensuring you work carefully to prevent any damage to the cars wiring f the LED flashes when you turning the ignition key the conne
7. e it with care The equipment may only be operated with the provided accessories No alterations must be made During installation ensure the battery is disconnected and that the key is notin the ignition Pay particular attention to the polarity of the B3 Incorrectly wiring the B3 will destroy the equipment Monitor the B3 for any signs of defects Prolonged incorrect functioning can lead to damage Do not mechanically load the B3 module e g get jammed Use only with 12 V electrical systems Use only on turn signals with a maximum of 15 A fuse Ensure the module is securely mounted Do not open the module housing No user serviceable parts are inside Do notinstall in areas susceptible to extreme temperatures or dampness The module is not Suitable for installation in the engine compartment Install the equipment behind the vehicle s fascia so that it cannot cause injuries in the case of an impact Ensure that after installation the equipment switches off when you remove the ignition key Pay attention to other road users at all times and do not let the equipment impede your driving Legal guidelines are to be followed at all times These differ from country to country Incorrect installation may lead to damages to the equipment to the car or to persons see non liability Therefore we strongly recommended a qualified engineer carry out the installation Comfort turn signal module B3 Conditions The B35 module can only
8. he switch does not need to be held or pressed fully This increases safety and comfort while switching from one lane to another and is already factory installed in many modern vehicles The B3 provides you with the equipment to retrofit this additional safety feature in older vehicles Simple installation only five wires to connect Cars wires do not have to be cut Small dimensions enable it to be hidden in each vehicle e Adjustable from three to fife flashes All functions are controlled by a microprocessor Optimized tapping intervals increases the convenient operation Safety functions recognize potential errors in the turn signal system Modern efficient MOS FET amplifiers enable silent operation The unit is suitable for normal turn signal systems with a fuse up to 15 Amps During the development we have paid particular attention to security and safety The parallel connection construction involving no cut wires enables a simple installation and leaves the cars turn signal system untouched Therefore the B3 can be uninstalled without trace At the time of printing the equipment does not have a general operating permit and users are advised to check National rights Comfort turn signal module B3 Note Please thoroughly read this manual before attempting installation paying particular attention to the above safety references and the disclosure of non liability herein Operation Normal signalling fully engaging the t
9. odes needed to unlock protected devices such as radios navigation systems or cellular phones Comfort turn signal module B3 Appendix 1 LED control light and the meanings of the signals LED status signal meaning lights 1x briefly Ready status after switching on stored characteristics are used lights 2x briefly Ready status after switching on learning mode is active very short tapping shines brightly Tapping recognized flashes 3x shines weakly After tapping the module momentarily pause for approx half a second fast continuous temporarily deactivated flashing overload recognition cooling phase short lightning thermal load has dissipated 3 short flaches RESET stored characteristics deleted fast flashing permanently deactivated with short breaks Failure with the turn signals e g a bulb isdefective lomg shining Failure or incomtatibility e g flashing relay is defective no bulbs are flashing ends with permanently deactivation see above The above signals do not need to be monitored during normal operation They only become important in cases of maintenance and as such the module can be mounted out of site 2 Connection points in some cars without guarantee Itis recommend to connect the module to the harness off the emergency hazard light switch if this also contains the flashing relay This is the case with the cars in the following table 9 Comfort turn signal module B3 Registered trade mark Cop
10. the emergency switch plug with pin numbers i Inserting the wire into the clamp check the connections Comfort turn signal module B3 2 Carefully release the harness from its foam surround 4 Completed connections fife splice clamps 5 Mounting the module Fasten the module if possible with a strip insulating tape to the wiring harness Make sure that it would not attached too tightly Comfort turn signal module B3 Remove the emergency hazard light switch and take off the rear plug If necessary remove a few inches of the foam surround to give you enough free wire to attach the splice clamps Find your car in the table below Mark the line with your vehicle in the column My Car and connect the five wires of the module with the respective wires of the emergency hazard light switch Be sure to use the contact numbers on the plug and not rely on the colours because the wire colours are often duplicated or very hard to recognize My B3 wire colour VW Passat VW T4 6 7 1 3 2 More cars can be found at www cxi europe com BR extra turn signal relay 10 Comfort turn signal module B3 Guidance and Safety Notes The following information is particularly important and you are advised to ensure you fully understand it Before attempting installation of the B3 carefully read these guidance notes Although the equipment has been constructed and manufactured to high safety standards you are advised to handl
11. urn signal stalk is not affected by the B3 The B3 only controls signalling when the stalk is touched lightly and flashes the turn signals automatically three times in the desired direction The automatic flashing can be cancelled at any time by pressing the stalk in the opposite direction This interrupts the flashing immediately The nature of the subsequent press decides whether the B3 will activate the other turn signal or not A courtesy Thank You after overtaking is also possible If for example you want to flash once left and once right the switch must be held a little longer when right flashing If you feel flashing the turn signal three times is not sufficient you can adjust the B3 to flash four or even five times See section 4 Adjusting the flashing time of the Installation guide Sometimes the B3 will not flash three times as expected This is because of the overload recognition system If the B3 tapping function is used more than 20 times over a short period of time a temporary deactivation takes place After waiting a few seconds the B3 is ready again This function protects the electronics and all adjacent vehicle parts against any damage that may be caused by the B3 heating up What you receive e B3 S FET comfort turn signal module or B3 44S comfort turn signal module Wiring harness with plug and splice clamps e These instruction The B3 44S comes with an additional addendum 1 3 Disassembling
12. yright 2004 2005 CXI Car eXtreme International Limited All rights reserved Allthe product names mentioned in this manual can be brands and or registered brands of the respective enterprises Statement of Non Liability All products manufactuered or sold by CXI are designed intended for off road use If while attempting to apply any of the ideas procedures product recommendations suggestions or products purchased from CXI s site or contained on this web site you should experience a failure of any kind it will be the result of your own conscious decision CXI disclaims all responsibility for your failure except replacement of items purchased from CXI if covered under manufactuer warranty Comfort turn signal module B3 2 Connecting the harness The power consumption of the module in standby mode is very small However do not connect it to a constant live source but like the turn signals with the ignition switched on First disconnect the negative terminal of the battery Use the enclosed blue splice clamps for all connections unless otherwise instructed The clamps have one one sided and one double side cable run The cables of the module are inserted into the one sided chamber the chamber is locked by closing the cover and squeezing with flat nosed pliers until the hook engages Ensure the cable insulation is broken and that the wire comes in contact with the metal of the clamp The cars cables are inserted into the double sid
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