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Old 02-19-2008, 09:12 PM
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that looks GREAT

please post DIY!!!
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Old 02-19-2008, 11:06 PM
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pardon me this is my first diy....im trying to get a wiring diagram together to make this easier but let me know if anyone has questions.


first pull off the two bezels around the stereo and the bezel around the gauges. then unscrew the screws that hold the dash together, there should be six


just push up on the dash near the panel until it pops off.


pull off the panel below that to get to the fuse area


and the lower panel of the steering column.


and the panel to drill in to

(all these panels just pull off)


now get ur button (this is the s2k button until i can get a trd one)


and drill where you want the button. make sure that its not too big, you dont want it falling though. just trace the button on the panel and drill just a few millimeters smaller


the actually wiring is not complex but involves a relay for the 2 starters we have.


heres the starter.


now pop everything back on, test and enjoy!

questions?

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Old 02-19-2008, 11:54 PM
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Originally Posted by xbean
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so we finished it on friday and i was outta town for the weekend.

when i get home ill post pics.

any requests for a diy?
Hell, can I come see it?
well where u at?
Vegas, of course
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Old 02-20-2008, 12:03 AM
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pretty straight forward. the only Q i have is on the actual wiring. once you post that up, it'll be perfect
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Old 02-20-2008, 12:07 AM
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Where in vegas? I'm at work until 9, u can come by and see if u want
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Old 02-20-2008, 02:30 AM
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YOU ARE EVIL!! you had a DIY all along!

haha yeah, you gotta elaborate on the wiring
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Old 02-20-2008, 03:12 AM
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this may sound stupid, but how did you drill the hole?

edit: found pic of the trd button, anyone know where to buy one?
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Old 02-20-2008, 03:16 AM
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wow!

i'm assuming this can be done for the xD in much the same way?
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Old 02-20-2008, 04:26 AM
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boooosty: http://www.l-tunedparts.com/product/?id=2416 props to carson

xdevious: yes it can be...wiring is the same.
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Old 02-20-2008, 06:27 PM
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damn thats nice.... but im too much of a pus to take my car apart :-(
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Old 02-20-2008, 06:41 PM
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The S2000 start button use to be only $23 from a Honda dealer about 2 years ago. People at namotoring.com (Mini site) have been doing this for a while.
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Old 02-20-2008, 08:06 PM
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How does the push button start work when you still need a key? Do you just turn the key to on, then hit the button?

I am just asking since I have only seen push button start with a smart key.

Thanks!
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Old 02-20-2008, 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by FlyinLow
How does the push button start work when you still need a key? Do you just turn the key to on, then hit the button?

I am just asking since I have only seen push button start with a smart key.

Thanks!
ya just like that, just turn the key to on then push the button.
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Old 02-20-2008, 09:33 PM
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Kinda pointless if you still have to insert the key.......But its still a cool mod though
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Old 02-20-2008, 11:24 PM
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hey can you post up a wiring diagram or a description of how to wire it up?
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Old 02-21-2008, 03:37 AM
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Originally Posted by AAG
Kinda pointless if you still have to insert the key.......But its still a cool mod though
ya my bro told me that too but its unique....

wiring diagram coming soon...
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Old 03-01-2008, 04:11 PM
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bump for the diagram!
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Old 03-02-2008, 02:11 AM
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oops i forgot...

***disclaimer***

make sure to test all wires with a multimeter before starting car. i am not responsible for any damage done to ur car....now for the quick diagram:




enjoy
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Old 03-02-2008, 07:00 PM
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how bout u add a relay to send power to the ignition so you dont have to turn the key...
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Old 03-02-2008, 09:48 PM
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me likey, I want I want :] where do i start honda dealership for a s2000 button?
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