Step-by-step instructions for programming new and additional Tomahawk car alarm key fobs

Linking a new key fob (also often called programming) causes difficulties, especially if the instructions from the delivery kit are lost. In the case of Tomahawk alarms, additional problems arise due to the fact that for very similar models from the same model range, the key fob programming mode can be activated in different ways: by mixing up the alarm model, you can try for a long time to get the new key fob to work and not get any results.

The principle of registering key fobs

Key fob programming is necessary in alarms without a dialogue code to synchronize the “floating” code. In such systems, to control the central unit, only one code message is used, encrypted using a constant algorithm, but with a key changing according to a certain law. Therefore, you have to write down the key fob both when you buy a new one, which is not initially synchronized with the alarm system, and when the regular ones have problems with communication. It is not for nothing that the operating instructions usually warn that you cannot repeatedly press the key fob buttons outside the communication zone with the car - the encryption key “goes” further according to a given algorithm, although from the point of view of the central unit it should not yet change. This explanation is quite schematic, but it makes it clear the principle of communication in such systems and the loss of control, which is easily corrected by re-registering a set of key fobs.

We especially note that an attempt to bind the Tomahawk key fob (and other alarm systems) one by one will lead to the fact that the remaining key fobs will no longer be perceived by the alarm system. The fact is that at the beginning of the programming procedure, for security reasons, the data on previously registered key fobs is erased; this does not make it possible to “additionally register” an additional key fob in secret from the owner, without having access to the standard ones. And therefore, all alarms have a Valet mode, which allows you to give the car for service without the need to transfer key fobs.

How to attach a key fob Tomahawk TZ-9030, TZ-9031, Z-5, 9.3, 9.7, G-9000, 7.1, 8.1

These systems have a different operating procedure; they should not be confused with those previously described, despite the external similarity. The difference begins from the moment you enter the programming mode: here you need to turn on the ignition when the alarm is disarmed, do not hold down the Override button, but quickly press it 7 times. After the appropriate number of confirmation signals from the siren, you need to hold down the arming and disarming buttons on each of the key fobs being registered - for the main one in the Tomahawk TZ series they are on the front side, for the additional one in the top row. For the Tomahawk Z-5 alarm they are the first in the general row on both key fobs.

What errors can occur when registering alarm key fobs?

If you cannot enter the programming mode, although the procedure exactly corresponds to that required for a particular model, you need to check:

1. Does the Override button work? See if its connector is torn out from the central unit, if the wire is broken, if its contacts close when pressed.
2. Is the ignition wire connected to the central unit? On alarm systems with auto-start, you are unlikely to encounter this problem, because otherwise the auto-start will not work.

But on one-way alarm systems, handicraft installers sometimes leave the ignition input on the central unit unconnected. Either the twist oxidizes and the wire breaks off. The easiest way to check the supply of “plus” is with an LED probe on the connector of the central unit.

If the Override button does not always work (dirty, worn contacts), then perhaps you should simply try to log in again, pressing the button less often, but harder.

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Tomahawk Z-1 Programming

It would seem that all Tomahawk systems only have two options when linking key fobs. But Tomahawk Z-1 has its own algorithm. Just like with other alarms, first you need to disarm the car and turn on the ignition. But then the Override button is pressed eight times, the ignition is turned off, and the alarm confirms entry into the programming mode with eight siren signals, accompanied by flashes of the headlights or turn signals, depending on the connection of the central unit.

Next, you can register not 4, but up to 6 key fobs, while on each one, only one arming button is pressed in turn - it must be kept pressed until the siren gives a confirmation signal.

Having registered the necessary key fobs one by one, to exit the programming mode, you need to turn on the ignition.

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The vehicle's security system is controlled using the transmitter. Therefore, information about the compatibility of Tomahawk key fobs (if you cannot find the original one) will be useful in case of its breakdown or loss.

The interchangeability of remote controls for the anti-theft system can be of three types.

1. Full. The switch performs all functions. The external design is the same, the difference may be in the color.
2. Partial. The car is armed and disarmed. But some additional functions are not programmable. The appearance, color, number and location of buttons may differ from the original.
3. Incompatibility. It is not possible to program the functions of such devices, and if possible, they work with errors.

You can select an interchangeable pager for your Tomahawk alarm model by studying the special tables. Using an absolute analogue of a key fob, you will control all functions of the car’s security system in full.

You can replace your alarm key fob with an identical one, but with a different housing.

Tomahawk alarm communicators can be replaced with other devices that have differences in control buttons.

Antenna compatibility can be determined from the table:

It is not always possible to find a compatible remote control from a given company. Some third party transmitters are compatible with the Tomahawk. Thus, the Tomahawk 9010 communicator can be replaced with a Tiger Shark 3311, KGB FX-9 remote control. Many alarm pagers with auto start can be replaced with Starline A91.

If there is no remote control for additional control of the car's security system, then it is difficult. It is inconvenient to use one transmitter. It may break unexpectedly, be lost, or the battery may run out.

After you have purchased an additional remote control, you need to register it in the memory of the anti-theft system. It's done like this.

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Reprogramming non-working key fobs

Often an attempt to re-register key fobs is needed because the car refuses to disarm. But without disarming the system, you cannot enter the programming mode.

To do this, use the disarming method provided for a specific system, and only then try to register the key fob as usual. For example, on Tomahawk Z-3, TZ-7010, S-700 and others you need:

1. Open the car with the key and turn on the ignition.
2. Press Override the number of times corresponding to the first digit of the secret PIN code (factory value 1).
3. Turn off the ignition and immediately turn it back on.
4. Enter the second digit of the code, which is set to 1 by default.
5. Turn off the ignition, the car will be disarmed at this moment.

On the Tomahawk Z-1, where there is no PIN code for protection, press the Override button 10 times with the ignition on and without closing the door.

After disarming the car, be sure to try to register the entire set of key fobs - this will allow you to immediately understand where the problem was.