so apparently i cant add remote start to my e300 with ir key. a spare chip is used for the remote start system ..and will work however once you introduce the 2nd ir chip (key that goes into dash) the mb computer flips out and shuts everything down.

so does anyone have remote start?..if so how did you make it work?

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1995 e320
1994 e320
2006 s500 4matic
2004 Jeep wj overland
2001 Ducati 748
2004 Honda shadow aero

This might be a really stupid question....

But WHY on earth would you want to start your car--remotely in the first place??

--just seems a recipe for problems and possible local law infringements, not to mention safety issues and fuel wastages....

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W123, 1985 300TD Wagon, 256K,
-Most recent M.B. purchase, Cost-a-plenty, Gulps BioDiesel extravagantly, and I love it like an old dog.

W114, 1975 280E Custard Yellow,
-Great above decks needs chassis welding--Really will do it this year....

Plus the hackjob to your electrical system...

-Jason

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my new car alarm has it..it would be nice to start the car up every morning for a min or two before i hop in and go to work, would be nice to start the car in the 120 degree summer days to get the a/c running before i hop in...it has a turbo timer feature, and it would be nice to leave the car running (while locked and secure at the same time) when i run in to the 7-11 real quick for 30 seconds.

theres no life or death reason ... it would be a nice feature to have.

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1995 e320
1994 e320
2006 s500 4matic
2004 Jeep wj overland
2001 Ducati 748
2004 Honda shadow aero

My friend had remote start on his '97 but that was a year before the electronic keys.

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1998 E300
2008 E63


Non-Benz Fleet:
1992 Aerostar
1993 MR2
2000 F250

Ah, Fair enough....

But I do know in some places, its actually illegal to leave a car running (Even though it may be perfectly safe) when it is unattended.

Its illegal here in the UK--But people DO do it...

Places like Oxford apparently have an 'Anti Idling' By-Law that says that you mustn't leave the engine idling for more than a specific amount of time when stopped at the side of the road--All summit to do with pollution allegedly...

Worth checking with your local laws--just in case there's summit similar...

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Alastair AKA H.C.II South Wales, U.K. based member

W123, 1985 300TD Wagon, 256K,
-Most recent M.B. purchase, Cost-a-plenty, Gulps BioDiesel extravagantly, and I love it like an old dog.

W114, 1975 280E Custard Yellow,
-Great above decks needs chassis welding--Really will do it this year....

There may indeed be similar laws in the USA but how many times have we seen big diesel trucks idling at a truck stop for hours on end? In cold climates, people have been known to leave their diesels idling at work all day . . . isn't it about time to resurrect that thread for those of us north of the equator?

I suspect that the enforcement of any such laws is very locality-dependent. Someone has to notice that your car is idling, call a cop, hang around while the cop shows up, point out your car, etc. Unlikely to happen "when i run in to the 7-11 real quick for 30 seconds." If your car isn't noisy or smoky and is in the middle of a big parking lot it isn't likely to be noticed.

As to locking it while it's running, a running W123 can be locked by just carrying a spare key. The W124 has a circuit that won't allow the central locking system to work when the ignition is on but I get around that with my after-market keyless remote. The W210 is a harder challenge that I haven't yet solved. You may be able to open the driver's door, then press the other three door buttons down, then close the driver's door and lock it with a spare key, a hassle.

Anything is possible but remote start of a W210 car may require so much hacking into the electrical system that it wouldn't be recommended. Probably easier to buy/rent a parking place where the car can stay warm or cool, depending on the season. Those forum members in the UK can just have their batman stand and hold an umbrella over the car.

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In NC it is illegal to leave a vehicle running in public. so your 7-11 scenario would be a ticket-able offense. it makes an easy target for muggers/car thieves. and cops WILL give you a ticket for it.

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My drivers:
1987 190D 2.5Turbo
1987 560SL convertible
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2005 Dodge Sprinter 2500 158"WB
1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!

im not talking about leaving it running all day. just a few mins before in the morning so i dont have a stone cold engine and have to sit in the car while it warms up before i jump on the road..

i guess theres a module that'll trick the computer and make it all work but it cost 800 dollars.

btw..ive lived in the midwest. its very common to leave the car running when the temp drops if your vehicle isnt in top shape its very hard to get it started in -50. ive never had a problem but alot of people cant seem to keep a car maintained. The police dont care, they only worry about speeders.

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1995 e320
1994 e320
2006 s500 4matic
2004 Jeep wj overland
2001 Ducati 748
2004 Honda shadow aero

yup. in midwest or in suburban areas, it's not enforced, but it is still illegal. insurance companies forced the law, lower car thefts lower premiums. also, some policies don't cover your stolen car if it was left with keys in it or left running.
cops look at quickemarts specifically for idling cars to give citations.

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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread
"as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do!

My drivers:
1987 190D 2.5Turbo
1987 560SL convertible
1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!!

1987 300TD
2005 Dodge Sprinter 2500 158"WB
1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!

You'd be better off installing an auxiliary heater.