Remote Hatch Opener

VaGntlmn · 09-18-2010, 10:41 PM

okay, I'll admit it. I'm lost.
I see a schematic illustrating an installed switch in the glove compartment.
How much does the switch cost, and more to the point, what does it take to install it?

Edit: Sunday, 9/19/10
I went to the 2010 Owners manual, and on page 3-19 FOR THE ROADSTER
it describes a "Trunk Release Power Cancel Switch".
"When you have to leave the vehicle with a valet
and want to keep your belongings safe in the
glove box and the trunk, push this switch to OFF
and lock the glove box with the mechanical key.
Then leave the vehicle and the Intelligent Key
with the valet and keep the mechanical key with
you."
Is this maybe not what we thought it was?

spearfish25 · 09-20-2010, 11:42 AM

It's only $27 bucks. I may just give it a shot.

kenchan · 09-20-2010, 11:58 AM

is it pre wired? ... if so, why not just get a momentary switch (normally open) from radioshack for like $5 and install it in your glove box? much cheaper and quicker.

spearfish25 · 09-20-2010, 01:20 PM

I think the issue is the type of switch. Someone on here mentioned the BCM needs diode switches or else the signals in the BCM crosstalk and you activate more than one thing at a time.

ChrisSlicks · 10-01-2010, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spearfish25

I think the issue is the type of switch. Someone on here mentioned the BCM needs diode switches or else the signals in the BCM crosstalk and you activate more than one thing at a time.

The diode is nice but isn't strictly required if the component has it's own input.

So your choice is run wire the length of the car and hook it in parallel to the existing switch or run it back to the BCM.

Mt Tam I am · 10-01-2010, 09:51 AM

For me the best place to remotely open the hatch is on the key fob. It is when I am carrying stuff to my car I suddenly remember, "Oh yeah, it's this stupid car again."
I would use the unused convertible switch placement for the hard wired switch.

AllForTheCash · 10-01-2010, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan

im kinda wondering why you would need this? it's not like my G35C where you can't open the trunk from the outside?

+1

MY1STZ · 10-04-2010, 10:18 PM

Is there a way to tie a switch/button to the button thats already there?

RCZ · 10-04-2010, 10:50 PM

I'd want one too actually. I've had this issue before.

bigaudiofanat · 10-05-2010, 12:26 AM

Who is first I will take the challenge. (^_^)

wilsonp · 10-05-2010, 12:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChrisSlicks

The diode is nice but isn't strictly required if the component has it's own input.

So your choice is run wire the length of the car and hook it in parallel to the existing switch or run it back to the BCM.

The basic issue is the BCM has a shared multiplexed input scheme for the hatch button, the turn signal, the headlight switches, etc. So the diode prevents the system from becoming confused when multiple switches are closed.

bigaudiofanat · 10-05-2010, 12:33 AM

I am thinking that you find the input into the actuator that opens the trunk see the power input that takes than run that to the new switch and power to the switch from the wire in the trunk that goes to the actuator.

ChrisSlicks · 10-05-2010, 08:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wilsonp

The basic issue is the BCM has a shared multiplexed input scheme for the hatch button, the turn signal, the headlight switches, etc. So the diode prevents the system from becoming confused when multiple switches are closed.

Hence the "if" it has it's own input. If it is part of a logic matrix like the headlight switches then the diodes would be required. I was the one that told Travis to add them for his headlight switches

CBRich · 10-06-2010, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MY1STZ

Is there a way to tie a switch/button to the button thats already there?

This may not be the most elegant solution but it is definitely the easiest. Remove your rear trunk paneling. Throw a multimeter on those wires as you hit the button and see whether it grounds or hooks to positive to release. Then just run the necessary one (ground or +12V) from a switch up front to the wire out back.

MY1STZ · 10-06-2010, 11:32 AM

Thank you all for your help. CBRich
"This may not be the most elegant solution but it is definitely the easiest. Remove your rear trunk paneling. Throw a multimeter on those wires as you hit the button and see whether it grounds or hooks to positive to release. Then just run the necessary one (ground or +12V) from a switch up front to the wire out back"

This is basicall what I wanted to do. The simpliset thing without messing with the BMC

09-18-2010, 10:41 PM	#16 (permalink)
VaGntlmn Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Centreville, Va Age: 63 Posts: 378 Drives: '10 Tour/Sport, 6MT Rep Power: 15	okay, I'll admit it. I'm lost. I see a schematic illustrating an installed switch in the glove compartment. How much does the switch cost, and more to the point, what does it take to install it? Edit: Sunday, 9/19/10 I went to the 2010 Owners manual, and on page 3-19 FOR THE ROADSTER it describes a "Trunk Release Power Cancel Switch". "When you have to leave the vehicle with a valet and want to keep your belongings safe in the glove box and the trunk, push this switch to OFF and lock the glove box with the mechanical key. Then leave the vehicle and the Intelligent Key with the valet and keep the mechanical key with you." Is this maybe not what we thought it was? __________________ Bill 2010 370z; Tour/Sport; 6mt; BlackCherry/Grey; 318 rwhp; 265 lbs rwtq. To view a list of my mods, click here; To view a photo journal of the mods, click here. Last edited by VaGntlmn; 09-19-2010 at 05:45 PM.

09-20-2010, 11:42 AM	#17 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	It's only $27 bucks. I may just give it a shot. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

09-20-2010, 01:20 PM	#19 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	I think the issue is the type of switch. Someone on here mentioned the BCM needs diode switches or else the signals in the BCM crosstalk and you activate more than one thing at a time. __________________ 2013 Cadillac V-Wagon, RIP Z

10-01-2010, 09:51 AM	#21 (permalink)
Mt Tam I am A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: California Posts: 10,709 Drives: 370Z T/S/N 6MT & XKE Rep Power: 3843	For me the best place to remotely open the hatch is on the key fob. It is when I am carrying stuff to my car I suddenly remember, "Oh yeah, it's this stupid car again." I would use the unused convertible switch placement for the hard wired switch. __________________ "Does the carpet match the drapes? NO!!! I don't date bald women." Nissan Motorsports 34R Oil Cooler. Stillen CBE. Hotchkis Sport Sway Bars. KW Variant 3 Coilover System. Stillen Gen3 CAI. Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Stillen Brake Ducts. Carbotech™ XP10/XP8 Pads. Z1 Front Rotors. Z1 Stainless Brake Lines. Two degrees of camber

10-05-2010, 12:26 AM	#25 (permalink)
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09-20-2010, 11:58 AM	#18 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	is it pre wired? ... if so, why not just get a momentary switch (normally open) from radioshack for like $5 and install it in your glove box? much cheaper and quicker.

10-04-2010, 10:18 PM	#23 (permalink)
MY1STZ Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Washington State Posts: 95 Drives: 2009 370Z W 7Spauto Rep Power: 15	Is there a way to tie a switch/button to the button thats already there?

10-04-2010, 10:50 PM	#24 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	I'd want one too actually. I've had this issue before.

10-05-2010, 12:33 AM	#27 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	I am thinking that you find the input into the actuator that opens the trunk see the power input that takes than run that to the new switch and power to the switch from the wire in the trunk that goes to the actuator. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

10-06-2010, 11:32 AM	#30 (permalink)
MY1STZ Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Washington State Posts: 95 Drives: 2009 370Z W 7Spauto Rep Power: 15	Thank you all for your help. CBRich "This may not be the most elegant solution but it is definitely the easiest. Remove your rear trunk paneling. Throw a multimeter on those wires as you hit the button and see whether it grounds or hooks to positive to release. Then just run the necessary one (ground or +12V) from a switch up front to the wire out back" This is basicall what I wanted to do. The simpliset thing without messing with the BMC

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