even with the new Covette, you still need to put your key in. If not, anyone can get in, push and drive off your car.

Unless, you are doing the fingerprint push and have the key install hidden somewhere to bypass the system (just like remote start)

 

the new 325i/330i is like that too.. put the key fob into the car, push on the brake, and press the button..and vrooom.. its nice

 

Google Images Search found some real nice ones...

http://www.speeding.co.uk/acatalog/swi.html

http://www.boatus.com/cruising/ithaka/200411-15.asp

thelobster

 

now if we can do something like the SL500, where you have a wireless keycard and the use a push botton, that would be awsome

 

12volts white/blue (40A) + ignition harness
Starter white/red + ignition harness
Second Starter white/green + ignition harness
Ignition black/red + ignition harness
Second Ignition N/A
Third Ignition N/A
Accessory white/black + ignition harness
Second Accessory N/A
Keysense black/red + ignition harness or BCM, pin 37
Power Lock red - driver door module in door, pin 6
Notes: Meter this wire while turning the key in the driver door key cylinder.
Power Unlock lt. blue (double pulse) - driver door module in door, pin 7
Notes: Meter this wire while turning the key in the driver door key cylinder.
Lock Motor purple 5wi BCM in driver kick, pin 50
Unlock Motor yellow 5wi BCM in driver kick, pin 44
Parking Lights+ red/blue + driver kick, harness to rear
Parking Lights- N/A
Hazards purple to green/red - switch or BCM in driver kick, pin 29
Turn Signal(L) green/white + BCM in driver kick, pin 45
Turn Signal(R) purple/white + BCM in driver kick, pin 46
Reverse Light orange or lt. green + driver kick, harness to rear
Door Trigger white (D), pink (P) - BCM in driver kick, pins 62 and 12
Notes: Use both wires and diode isolate each.
Dome Supervision pink - BCM in driver kick, pin 48
Trunk/Hatch Pin red - BCM in dr kick, pin 58 (CP), 57 (CV)
Hood Pin lt. green/black - hood pin switch under hood
Trunk/Hatch Release pink - BCM in driver kick, pin 30
Notes: The trunk/hatch release motor wire is green/white to purple (+) at the BCM in the driver kick, pin 68.

The fuel door release is blue/red (-) at the switch on the dash.
Power Sliding Door N/A
Factory Alarm Arm arms with lock
Factory Alarm Disarm disarms with unlock
Disarm No Unlock single pulse power unlock wire
Tachometer NOT white/blue, black, or red ac any ignition coil or fuel injector
Wait to start N/A
Brake Wire pink/blue + brake pedal switch
Parking Brake purple - parking brake switch
Horn Trigger green/black - steering column
Memory Seat 1 N/A
Memory Seat 2 N/A
Memory Seat 3 N/A
Interface Module: Category:
Immobilizer Bypass Required:
Yes Type:
Transponder
Part #: 556UW
Alternate Part1 #: DesignTech 20402
Alternate Part2 #: DesignTech 29402
Notes: Standard on all models.




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also my brother has the brand new lexus IS350, you dont have to have the key in to use the push start. he keep his key in his pocket the whole time. dont even need to take his keys out to open the door. It has what you could call true keyless entry. just get close to the car, and it unlock. Just like sl500

 

nice car

 

This site is selling the S2K starter switch assembly for $35!

http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...atcgry5=SWITCH

 

That speeding uk site has some great buttons.

 

does anyone know of a DIY on how to install a engine start button?

 

I had an 05 avalon that had the smart key - basically wireless encryption between the keyfob and the car. So when the key fob was around 4-5 feet from the car you could unlock and start the car by pressing a button. Honestly it was really cool at first and then I started to miss the correlation between turning the key and hearing the engine start and that was with a very quiet engine. Don't know just something about turning the key that I enjoy much more.

 

Dear all,

Unfortunately my Z is already not delivered but I have installed a start button in my Peugeot convertible. The issue there was to ensure that is not possible to pus the button while the engine is running. I managed this with an electronic protection circuit.

For the German version you don’t need a protection circuit because it is only possible to start the engine when the clutch pedal is pushed.

I bought the button at an electronic shop for round about 5 bugs. And it is made out of stainless steel. I replaced the cigarette lighter (don’t know the correct word).

For the Z I am working on a installation instruction.

If anybody is interested in the installation instruction for the Peugeot, just let me know.Sorry, it is only in German available.

Looking forward for your answers.

Christian from Germany!!

 

Here is a good how to about doing it to a BMW.

http://www.bimmerdiy.com/diy/e36startbutton

Another BMW example

http://128.83.80.200/mcoupe/startengine.html


I like the look of this button, that is why I purchased it.

 

Good work Christian! I was scratching my head looking at the pic until I read that it wasn't in a Z. Here in the US as well, the clutch has to be pushed to start the car, so protection circuit won't be needed here either.

 

Looks also very nice. What is the price for the Z8 button?
You don’t have to use a large washer to mount it into the existing hole.

 

If someone finds a good looking mod for this, I am very interested...

 

I'm in to see some pics

 

Where are you guys planning on installing yours? I am thinking of fabricating a cover for the lower din opening of the HU install kit (I was gonna do that anyway...hate that opening) and installing the start button to the left and either the V1 display (flush) or the parrot bluetooth LCD to the right.

 

I got very good news today: my Z will arrive at my dealer next week. So I can go on planning my mod’s.

For the button I will drill a hole next to the switch for the hazard warning light. I thing this is a good place.

 

lazy bastards? takes more work pressing an extra button haha