Control module for providing access, monitoring vehicles states, and control of a vehicle

This invention relates to providing secured access, monitoring of vehicle states, and controlling vehicle functions. More specifically, this invention relates to a control module for determining vehicle states or condition and controlling vehicle functions that is capable of sending and receiving messages, including communicating via a multiplexing protocol to other control modules or other vehicle devices. A control module for receiving inputs and outputs associated with providing access to and control of a vehicle is disclosed. The control module includes a housing adapted for mounting within the vehicle, an intelligent control disposed within the housing, the intelligent control having a plurality of inputs for sensing vehicle states, a plurality of electronic access inputs for receiving user instructions, and a plurality of outputs from the intelligent control for controlling vehicle functions. The intelligent control is adapted for sending and receiving messages via a multiplexing protocol. The control module can be programmed to provide customized functions for different vehicles.