remote-starter..is this possible?
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 4,329
Likes: 0
From: Sri Lanka
remote-starter..is this possible?
I am not sure that this is possible to do with the C but has anyone installed an remote starter in their cars. Winter is here and I just wanted to be able to warm the car up before stepping in it 
thanks in advance
thanks in advance
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,498
Likes: 3
From: Ashburn, VA
'19 GLC 300, '19 TM3SR+
Originally posted by Flashman
I bet it's only available in Europe and its called "starttronic"... :p
I bet it's only available in Europe and its called "starttronic"... :p
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 3,600
Likes: 1
From: Earth
GLB 250 4matic
there is a system - but not sure what the exact cost is... its called send-someone-down-tronic 
basically, you pay someone to... well, you figure it out 
seriously though, don't you have to crank the engine for manual cars? i think it would be theoretically possible w/ autos but doubt that such a system exists for the C-class.
basically, you pay someone to... well, you figure it out seriously though, don't you have to crank the engine for manual cars? i think it would be theoretically possible w/ autos but doubt that such a system exists for the C-class.
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 4,329
Likes: 0
From: Sri Lanka
i do know that remote-starters are available for manual tranny cars but I am wondering how it would handle not having the key in the ignition (ie the laser or what ever is in the key that will start the car)...or maybe i have no idea what i'm talking about
Trending Topics
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,498
Likes: 3
From: Ashburn, VA
'19 GLC 300, '19 TM3SR+
Originally posted by VoyagerDude
What is an "engine heater"?
What is an "engine heater"?
http://cartalk.cars.com/Columns/Arch...vember/18.html
Engine pre-heater
Vehicle Heating
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes Teases Updated EQS With Steer-By-Wire and a Yoke
Verdad Gallardo
8 Mercedes Models With Poor Reliability Records
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,498
Likes: 3
From: Ashburn, VA
'19 GLC 300, '19 TM3SR+
Originally posted by VoyagerDude
What is an "engine heater"?
What is an "engine heater"?
Mercedes-Benz C-230K SPORTS COUPÉ 3 door
Member
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 99
Likes: 0
From: New York
2002 C230k
i think auto start might be available for your car (especially if auto)...
there might be an override for the key??...
i know 6-speed owners like me will have to worry about an added problem... the clutch
ryan
there might be an override for the key??...
i know 6-speed owners like me will have to worry about an added problem... the clutch
ryan
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 644
Likes: 0
From: Orlando, FL
2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe
I used to have AutoStart on my 5-Speed Manual 1993 Toyota Corolla in Massachusetts, a must have when those cold winter months. It worked, fine, just had to leave car in neutral. Leaving it in a gear would, obviously, cause rather negative consequences.
Most autostarts work on manual without modification, but the installers (for liability purposes) prefer not to do it. Less the owner leave it in a gear. Though I remember from back then a couple alarm companies had come out with MANUAL modules which detected if the car was in gear or not.
The issue with the MB would really be one of access to the starter and activating the computer without the key. That's for someone above my pay grade to answer...
Rick
Most autostarts work on manual without modification, but the installers (for liability purposes) prefer not to do it. Less the owner leave it in a gear. Though I remember from back then a couple alarm companies had come out with MANUAL modules which detected if the car was in gear or not.
The issue with the MB would really be one of access to the starter and activating the computer without the key. That's for someone above my pay grade to answer...
Rick
Senior Member
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 280
Likes: 0
From: Illinois
'04 Mars Red C230K 6 sp.
Bypassing the smart key? Not bloody likely! The only way I can think of that would make this work would be if you left a smart key in the ignition.
Or, we could just have ol' Cooter hotwire the dang thing with some bailing wire from Uncle Jessie's pickup!
Or, we could just have ol' Cooter hotwire the dang thing with some bailing wire from Uncle Jessie's pickup!
Almost a Member!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 26
Likes: 0
From: Woodland Hills, CA
C320
The 2002 S-class has Start-tronic
My girlfriend's dad purchase a 2002 S600 (Silver) about 3 months ago and it has Startronic...It is a must! They just give you a black card (the size of a credit card) and all you need to do is have it in your pocket...touch the handle and the door unlocks....then get in the car, step on the brake and press a button on top of the shifter and it starts right up. It's only a $300 option for the S...but when your spending $150,000 for the car...it's chump change!
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,332
Likes: 1
From: Bloomington, IN
1997 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
That's Keyless Go, not "Starttronic" (I don't know where you guys come up with these names). It's not the same as remote-starting, because you have to physically be in the car to start it. I have never seen a newer Benz equipped with remote start, and I don't think it would work because of the EIS (electronic ignition switch). Sorry guys, looks like you'll just have to crank your seat heaters up in the wintertime.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,498
Likes: 3
From: Ashburn, VA
'19 GLC 300, '19 TM3SR+
I wonder if the Engine Pre-heater mentioned in the Options section of this Danish ad is an MB part? If it is offered in Europe, chances are that it can be ordered from a European dealer...
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 3,744
Likes: 1
The engine pre-heater can probably be ordered by a US dealer. Certainly by a Canadian dealer. Are MB parts counter people like those at other dealers? I usually have to teach them to read the parts manuals.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,309
Likes: 0
From: Stockholm, Sweden
C200 Kompressor
Originally posted by vadim
I wonder if the Engine Pre-heater mentioned in the Options section of this Danish ad is an MB part? If it is offered in Europe, chances are that it can be ordered from a European dealer...
I wonder if the Engine Pre-heater mentioned in the Options section of this Danish ad is an MB part? If it is offered in Europe, chances are that it can be ordered from a European dealer...
)
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 2,498
Likes: 3
From: Ashburn, VA
'19 GLC 300, '19 TM3SR+
Originally posted by DtS
I'm pretty sure it is an MB-part. In my edtion (Swedish) of the instructions-manual there is a chapter covering this pre-heating device (with a picture of a black remote control adorned with the MB-star )
I'm pretty sure it is an MB-part. In my edtion (Swedish) of the instructions-manual there is a chapter covering this pre-heating device (with a picture of a black remote control adorned with the MB-star
)
Thanks, DtS!
However: why is the engine pre-heater not offered in the US and Canada? Do they think that snow in Canada is not just as cold as in Northern Europe? I'm pretty sure if they made it an option here, they would sell like hot cakes.
Last edited by vadim; Dec 16, 2001 at 11:43 PM.
Super Member
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 644
Likes: 0
From: Orlando, FL
2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Sports Coupe
Originally posted by mbtech208
That's Keyless Go, not "Starttronic" (I don't know where you guys come up with these names).
That's Keyless Go, not "Starttronic" (I don't know where you guys come up with these names).
Rick
