Pushbutton start in an '04 Coupe!
Pushbutton start in an '04 Coupe!
KPtechnologies has been working on an aftermarket pushbutton start solution. This is the 2nd working test module successfully installed in an '04 coupe.
The system uses a pushbutton out of an '07 Nissan Altima matched with a custom built electronic controller. This module requires that the key be turned to the 'ON' position before it will start the car (retains all OEM security).
With the use of a sophisticated processor we were able to make all three LED indicators work perfectly on the module - LOCK, ACC, ON. The LOCK LED flashes with the OEM alarm indicator, but it can also be controlled internally with no external signal (for cars with no LED, or for people who want to simplify the installation). The ACC LED turns on when the key is in the ACC position. When the key is in the 'ON' position but the car isn't running the module flashes between the 'ACC' and 'ON' LEDs to indicate that it is ready to start the car. Once the car is started only the 'ON' LED is visible.
Here is a quick vid (~11meg AVI):
http://www.kptechnologies.com/images...pbstartg35.mpg
It integrated in to the G35 with minimal issues and took me about 3 hours total - that includes all the wiring, making a slight hardware and firmware modification, and mounting the button. I removed the lighter and had to dremel the opening a bit to make the pushbutton fit.
The system uses a pushbutton out of an '07 Nissan Altima matched with a custom built electronic controller. This module requires that the key be turned to the 'ON' position before it will start the car (retains all OEM security).
With the use of a sophisticated processor we were able to make all three LED indicators work perfectly on the module - LOCK, ACC, ON. The LOCK LED flashes with the OEM alarm indicator, but it can also be controlled internally with no external signal (for cars with no LED, or for people who want to simplify the installation). The ACC LED turns on when the key is in the ACC position. When the key is in the 'ON' position but the car isn't running the module flashes between the 'ACC' and 'ON' LEDs to indicate that it is ready to start the car. Once the car is started only the 'ON' LED is visible.
Here is a quick vid (~11meg AVI):
http://www.kptechnologies.com/images...pbstartg35.mpg
It integrated in to the G35 with minimal issues and took me about 3 hours total - that includes all the wiring, making a slight hardware and firmware modification, and mounting the button. I removed the lighter and had to dremel the opening a bit to make the pushbutton fit.
Last edited by KPierson; Jan 28, 2008 at 06:43 AM.
Was anyone else caught a little of guard by the sound of that VQ35? I drive it occasionally but didn't realize it sounds like that. Oh how I miss that nice sexy smooth stock VQ sound!
Right now there are only 2 in existance, one in my G35 and one in my Talon.
It will still be a while before they are availible for sale to the public. We are getting ready to start Beta testing in the next 2 weeks.
It will still be a while before they are availible for sale to the public. We are getting ready to start Beta testing in the next 2 weeks.
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Wait, so you have to put the key in and turn it to ON, then press the button?
Not hating on your mod, but isn't the point of push button start that you can keep the key in your pocket/purse/whatever and just push the button when you hop in? What else does it really buy you?
Not hating on your mod, but isn't the point of push button start that you can keep the key in your pocket/purse/whatever and just push the button when you hop in? What else does it really buy you?
Originally Posted by mal_TX
Wait, so you have to put the key in and turn it to ON, then press the button?
Not hating on your mod, but isn't the point of push button start that you can keep the key in your pocket/purse/whatever and just push the button when you hop in? What else does it really buy you?
Not hating on your mod, but isn't the point of push button start that you can keep the key in your pocket/purse/whatever and just push the button when you hop in? What else does it really buy you?