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Old 02-05-2011, 02:13 PM   #61 (permalink)
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Old 02-05-2011, 02:28 PM   #62 (permalink)
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Ok some updates, unfortunately I still dont know what was installed in my car.

The switch is connected to a major set of wire, wrapped in black duct tape.

On one side (in direction of the central console) there is a BIG connector : the device that this switch is supposed to control was probably plugged in it ! then from this connector a set of wire is going behind the central console.. is it going to the ECU ? I don't know.

On the other side (in direction of the steering wheel and the fuse box), the switch is connected to a relay, which is connected to the fuse box and also the clutch switch. I tried immediately to start the car without pushing the clutch but
pressing the switch, failed, the switch has no effect on the clutch .

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Any idea (realistic please ) ? What kind of device can be plugged and needs to interact with the clutch sensor ?
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Old 02-05-2011, 02:36 PM   #63 (permalink)
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Are there any numbers or manufacturing names on anything, post them if so I'll google them to see what I can find.

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Old 02-05-2011, 02:39 PM   #64 (permalink)
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No I did not find any number. Could it be a remote engine starter ? Or an aftermarket alarm with start engine feature ?
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Can u ask the dealer to ask the previous owner?? Also do u guys know what the white connector underneath the steering wheel is for? (Firts picture, right behind the mystery switch)
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Ron, this is the OBD2 connector
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Old 02-05-2011, 02:52 PM   #67 (permalink)
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Cool, so there is where its at! Thanks
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No I did not find any number. Could it be a remote engine starter ? Or an aftermarket alarm with start engine feature ?
It could be either,but to me it looks like the left over of a security system where the control unit was removed.

I know I asked but post any info that would enable us to google it.

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Do you have the original Monroney window sticker? If so, call the dealer listed on the sticker, tell them your VIN, and then ask whether they installed this? Most likely they did as an up-charge item to the original seller. Ask what this alarm consist of? If it is a KARR system then I believe that this button has something to do with valeting.
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Can u ask the dealer to ask the previous owner?? Also do u guys know what the white connector underneath the steering wheel is for? (Firts picture, right behind the mystery switch)
That's what I would do. Call up the dealer and ask if they can contact the person that traded the car in.
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Do you know how to install a Clifford alarm or Viper with remote start feature ? I am quite sure that this is what was installed in my car...
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No I did not find any number. Could it be a remote engine starter ? Or an aftermarket alarm with start engine feature ?
I wonder about that as well. Perhaps that switch was there in case the alarm failed and would not allow the car to start even with the clutch pedal pressed.

Do you have auto-dimming mirrors? Also, is it a base or touring?
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Do you know how to install a Clifford alarm or Viper with remote start feature ? I am quite sure that this is what was installed in my car...
This is not a Viper or Clifford (basically one in the same these days as they are owned by the same firm). The only button feature that either of the systems would have would be if it were the BlackJax feature, but they use a different switch for that purpose.

Why don't you go to your local Nissan dealers' Service Department; have them input your VIN; this will tell you the original dealer so that you contact them, or the they might know what this is.
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Its there to **** with your head.

Now that you brought it to the forums, its ******* with everyone's heads!
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