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title: Installation Manual
subtitle: Autostart Module for EVBox G2/G3
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This manual explains how to install the autostart module in an EVBox G2/G3 charger.

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## Package Contents
* Autostart module

## Required Tools
* 4 mm Allen key
* Needle‑nose pliers
* Scissors

## More information
Further information about the autostart module can be found at: <https://www.geekabit.nl/as>


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# Step 1: Open the Charger Housing
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#. Switch off power to the charger.
#. Wait a moment to allow internal components to fully discharge.
#. Remove the four screws on the back of the charger housing.
#. Take off the front cover.


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# Step 2: Remove the Mounting Plate
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Inside the charger is a plastic mounting plate that holds the charging module.

#. Remove the four screws securing the mounting plate.
#. Carefully fold the mounting plate forward.

The charging module will remain connected via the cable bundle.


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# Step 3: Remove the Modem
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The modem is secured in two ways:

* One side via a green connector
* The other side via two white plastic support pins

#. Pull the modem straight out of the connector.
#. Use needle‑nose pliers to squeeze the locking tabs of each support pin.
#. Pull the modem off the support pins.

**Note**: Keep the modem. It can be reinstalled at a later time if required.


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# Step 4: Antenna
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A small flat antenna is connected to the modem.

* This antenna is not required for the autostart module.
* The antenna may be left in place or removed completely.

To remove the antenna:

#. Unscrew the nut underneath the antenna by hand.
#. Unscrew the two connectors from the modem.
#. Cut any cable ties with scissors if necessary.


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# Step 5: Install the Autostart Module
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#. Place the autostart module onto the green modem connector.
#. Press the module firmly into place until fully inserted.

The white plastic support pins are not used.


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# Step 6: Close the Charger Housing
#. Fold the mounting plate back into position.
#. Secure the mounting plate using the four screws.
#. Reinstall the front cover.
#. Reinstall the four screws on the back of the charger housing.
#. Restore power to the charger.

The charger is ready for immediate use.


# Testing
#. Connect a charging cable to a vehicle.
#. Charging should start automatically.

If charging does not start:

* Verify that the autostart module is correctly installed on the connector.


# Operation
After installation of the autostart module, the charger operates as an autostart charger:

* Plug in the cable to start charging automatically
* No subscription required
* No charging card or key fob needed
