I have a 1997 Mercedes E320 that I would like to put a remote starter in but was wondering if it could be setup to arm/disarm the factory alarm. It is the older style mechanical key.
TIA,
Steve
Should be able to if your car has Factory Alarm and the RS has the ability.
Here is what I have:
| Constant 12 volts | RED & RED | IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS * |
| Ignition 12 volts | PINK/GREEN | IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS * |
| Starter | PURPLE | IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS * |
| Dome Light | BROWN / GRAY (-) | DRIVER KICK PANEL |
| Trunk Pin Switch | BROWN / YELLOW (-) | AT TRUNK LIGHT OR OEM ALARM ** |
| Parking Lamp | GRAY/WHITE & GRAY (+) | AT LIGHT SWITCH OR FUSE BLOCK |
| Power Lock | BLUE/GREEN | DRIVER KICK PANEL OR |
| Power Unlock | BLACK/ BROWN | AT REMOTE CONTROL UNIT. |
Negitive Pulse Door Lock Circuit . * Remove Instrument Cluster (Pry From Both Sides) To Access Ignition Switch. ** OEM Alarm Control Unit In Trunk (On Pass. Side). ***Remote Control Unit Located Behind Right Side Of Dash.
| Accessories |
| Window Up | D\ BLK P\ BLK/WHT D\ BLK/VIO P\ BLK/VIO/WHT
* SEE NOTES | |
| Window Down | F/ GRN F/ GRN/WHT R/ GRN/VIO R/ GRN/VIO/WHT | |
| Ign Key Warn | RED / GREEN (+) | IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS |
| Trunk Release | N/A | |
| OEM Horn | BLACK (-) | STEERING COLUMN HARNESS |
| Headlights | WHITE/ YELLOW (+) | AT LIGHT SWITCH |
| OEM Alarm Arm | YELLOW/BLUE (-) | DRIVER KICK PANEL OR OEM ALARM ** |
| OEM Alarm Disarm | GREEN/ YELLOW (-) | DRIVER KICK PANEL OR OEM ALARM ** |
* Reversal Rest At Positive. Location: At Control Module Beneath Rear Seat (Driver Side). ** OEM Alarm In Trunk (Pass. Side). BLUE Unlock Wire Also Disarms OEM Alarm
| Remote Start |
| Tach Signal | GREEN/ YELLOW | AT DATA LINK CONNECTOR * |
| Ignition #2 | PINK/GREEN | IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS |
| Ignition #3 | N/A | |
| Accessory | PINK/BLUE | IGNITION SWITCH HARNESS |
| Neutral Safety | NOT GROUNDING TYPE - | OEM SWITCH OPENS STARTER CIRCUIT |
| Brake Light | BLACK/ RED / WHITE (+) | AT SWITCH ON BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET |
| Reverse Light | GRAY / YELLOW (+) | AT FUSE/RELAY BLOCK |
| Rear Window Defrost | BLACK (+) | AT SWITCH |
* Tach Wire Also Found At Instrument Cluster. NOTE: E-420 And E500 Tach Wire GREEN / WHITE.
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Thanks. Is this for a 1997 E320?
I had a Hornet 554t two way with starter and alarm installed today. One problem that we are having is the door unlocks when the car starts and cannot be locked with the remote. The only way to lock it is to use the switch in the centre of the dash. Then you can't unlock it with the factory remote or alarm remote.
Also, can a regular metal key be setup to start the car or do I need to use a factory switchblade key? The only way I can start it without using the factory switchblade key is to use the remote starter to start the car and then use a key in the ignition to keep it running. I would prefer to only carry one remote.
Also how did you mount the switchblade key in the 555u box.
Sorry for all the questions and thanks for all the help,
Steve
As far as the door locks go, what wires did you use and did you bypass the OEM security disarm wire with the unlock wire or with the designated disarm wire from the Hornet ? For the bypass module, if you can't fit the whole switch blade into the container, then try taking the entire circuit board out of the module and slip the switchblade into the loop. You will now need to wrap the circuit board with enough electrical tape to ensure that it is well protected from a possible short. Another way is to make your own bypass module and wrap 20 -22 gauge wire around the switchblade. Use this diagram to help you:
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Jeff
Velocity Custom Home Theater
Mobile Audio/Video Specialist
Morden, Manitoba CANADA