Can we add push to start?
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Can we add push to start?
Hey guys,
I just picked up a black 2011, and was wonder if it is possible to add push to start. I know it's not possible to get the entire key less go option but was wondering if it makes sense just to add the push button by its self? Has anyone tried or done this? I appreciate your input
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George
I just picked up a black 2011, and was wonder if it is possible to add push to start. I know it's not possible to get the entire key less go option but was wondering if it makes sense just to add the push button by its self? Has anyone tried or done this? I appreciate your input
Thanks
George
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I don't think so. It might involve a whole lot more than the push button itself as you might have to change the ignition system of the car plus reprogramming. I'm not a really fan of the touch and go system of MB specially the door handles as it is a hit and miss for me when i get loaner cars with that feature (preferred the press the button instead rather than a hand sensor).
Besides...whats the point of having a push start button when you still have to take out your keys from your man-bag or pocket to unlock the car?
Besides...whats the point of having a push start button when you still have to take out your keys from your man-bag or pocket to unlock the car?
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I don't think so. It might involve a whole lot more than the push button itself as you might have to change the ignition system of the car plus reprogramming. I'm not a really fan of the touch and go system of MB specially the door handles as it is a hit and miss for me when i get loaner cars with that feature (preferred the press the button instead rather than a hand sensor).
Besides...whats the point of having a push start button when you still have to take out your keys from your man-bag or pocket to unlock the car?
Besides...whats the point of having a push start button when you still have to take out your keys from your man-bag or pocket to unlock the car?
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Keyless Go can be retrofitted. It requires a lot of work and a lot of the interior needs to be pulled apart. Because it's a complete system, I highly doubt you can just add the push start feature, you'll likely have to do the whole thing. This will cost thousands of dollars but if you're game, MBenzNL has done this retrofit many times on many different Mercedes including cars that didn't even have this option from the factory. He'd be the guy to talk to.
