Replacing cigarette lighter with engine start button?
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Which I presume would need a wiring diagram for the car? I would be very interested in this as I also hate the cigarette lighter
Not really, it's just the wires from the ignition switch that activate the solonoid for the starter, all you'd need to do was get to the ignition switch and work out which wires do what i.e. there'll be the ones that are connected when you switch the ignition on and then there'll be others that are connected when you turn the key the extra part to start the car.
I have had a starter button in various BMW's and they end up being more of a gimmick than practical but do look good and fun to use initially.
Only downside is you would loose you 12v feed that some use to power ipods/iphones and such like. You will still need to put the main key in to override the immobiliser before you could start the car.
Only downside is you would loose you 12v feed that some use to power ipods/iphones and such like. You will still need to put the main key in to override the immobiliser before you could start the car.
You would have to either still insert the key or have the immobilizer chip from the key permanatly fixed near the ignition barrel. The latter is obviously quite a security risk. If you go with the first option then why bother doing it? It would be more hassle putting in the keys, turning to "on" and then pressing the start button - might as well just turn it over!
It really is more of a gimmicky thing than a practical thought. My plan is to have the driver insert the key and turn, then press the button. Which is the method in a few cars I've been in, as you usually have to uslock the steering anyway.
My only hiccup at the minute is do I just give it the ability to start the engine and stop the engine, or just the former? As I could see myself leaning on the button, as I usually rest my arm there. Really depends on the button I guess.
Does any one have any idea of the wiring that it would require?
My only hiccup at the minute is do I just give it the ability to start the engine and stop the engine, or just the former? As I could see myself leaning on the button, as I usually rest my arm there. Really depends on the button I guess.
Does any one have any idea of the wiring that it would require?
dont forget the steering lock, key needed in ignition to avoid that jamming on when you turn the wheel...
back in my honda days its a common mod....people with integra's and civics trying to emmulate teh S2000 starter button. but you still need the key in to avoid teh mechanical steering lock...as you do in teh S2000 anyway afaik...
back in my honda days its a common mod....people with integra's and civics trying to emmulate teh S2000 starter button. but you still need the key in to avoid teh mechanical steering lock...as you do in teh S2000 anyway afaik...
Seems like a lot of work with high potential for issues/invalid warrenty etc for not a lot if you ask me. Plus resale time I'd certainly be put off if someone had fiddled with the ignition and so on on a car.
As I have no warranty, I would be interested in jumping the switch off the ignition lead. Obviously still put the key in and turn it twice then instead of turning again to start simply push the button. The Audi A5 starter button fits in cig lighter place apparently.
If someone does a how-to then I will do it but don't fancy experimenting when I know nothing on the subject
If someone does a how-to then I will do it but don't fancy experimenting when I know nothing on the subject
I got the dealer to throw in the "smokers kit" when I bought my Ecomotive, because although I don't smoke, I much prefer the look of the proper lighter rather than the plasticky 12v flap you get by default, and the little ashtray that fits in the front drinks holder is useful for parking tokens etc.
Just goes to show: horses for courses an' all that!
Just goes to show: horses for courses an' all that!
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