So i'm going to come right out and say i dont own an XLR. BUT before i get torn apart i'd like to explain my situation. The only time i had the pleasure to drive one i was amazed and intrigued by the keyless entry and push-button ignition. but the best part was that it works on proximity and doesn't have to have the key in the ignition for the push-button to work.

so here's what i'm hoping to accomplish from the XLR community. can anyone explain how the system works? i'm trying to install a similar system in my car where i don't have to have the key in the ignition then hit the engine start button. the way i think it works is when the FOB is in range it gives power to the button, then when you push the button it activates 3 circuits. one circuit imitates the key being turned to ACC then the next circuit as if the key is being turned to the ON position then the last circuit which goes to the starter then starts the car.

i'm trying to stray away from other push-button ignitions where you have to insert the key and turn it to the ON position before the button works.

if anyone could provide some insight to this situation or point me in the direction to where i can read how it works i'd be more than appreciative.
Cheers
~Drew

Very good questions!!!

Funny how we just go through the motions not realizing all the necessary research necessary needed to accomplish the, ultimately, simple task of just pushing a button and having the car start!! Amazes me when I stop to think about it!

Congrats to the engineers! :thumbs

Floyd

might want to try corvetteforum.com - same process that our xlr uses, and wayyyyyyy more members - over 600,000. Im sure someone over there knows all about it