Where does the power to the start button Go?
Power to the start button goes from the key switch to the fuses, through a number of safeties (side stand/neutral relay, run/stop, clutch handle); the specifics would be in your wiring diagram. When you press the start button, you should get battery voltage at the wire to the starter relay, probably yellow with green stripe.
Is there a ignition key for push button start?
There’s no ignition key or switch to fumble with, and you don’t have to do anything other than have the smart fob in your pocket or purse when you get in the car. Push button keyless start systems began appearing on several import cars about six years ago, and are now being offered on more and more new vehicles, both import and domestic.
How does the push button start system work?
Security is provided by the smart fob, which uses a programmed ID code or rolling ID code to communicate with the vehicle’s anti-theft system. It’s no different than a conventional ignition key with an electronic chip communicating with the anti-theft system before the engine can be started.
Why does my push button keyless start not work?
In no particular order, we’ve listed some of the many possible causes of a no-start condition on a push button keyless system: • Driver not pushing the button in far enough. • Defective push button (or fault in push button wiring harness). • Driver not depressing the brake pedal (automatic) or clutch pedal (manual).
Power to the start button goes from the key switch to the fuses, through a number of safeties (side stand/neutral relay, run/stop, clutch handle); the specifics would be in your wiring diagram. When you press the start button, you should get battery voltage at the wire to the starter relay, probably yellow with green stripe.
Why does my starter not click when I turn the key?
The starter relay should not click when the key is turned, only when the button is pressed. The click you hear could be another relay switching; hold a finger on the starter relay when turning the key, to feel for the click.
Why does my car make a clicking noise when I start it?
Basically there’s not enough power in the battery to start the car… so you hear that loud clicking sound as the car “tries” to start. Check the battery. Don’t trouble yourself, warranty issue.
Why is my motorcycle clicking when I try to start it?
The solenoid is a little magnet and when you turn the key, it shoots out a small gear that the magnet polarizes. Essentially, this gear starts turning which in turn starts rotating the flywheel in the engine. When you turn the key and the battery is dead, you hear the magnet trying to magnetize the gear which is what makes the clicking sound.