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Old 01-15-2020, 06:52 PM
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So I'm looking at wiring in a push button start into my 94 dakota. I was wondering if anyone has done this before or any wiring diagrams because I can't find much info online
 
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I wired my 92 into a modified push button start. The ignition switch broke, so I took the steering column cover off and found the wiring harness going into the switch. I took a jumper wire and started connecting terminals until I found the set that worked the starter. Then I tapped those two wires and put a momentary button switch in between them. Now you need the key to turn the systems on, but the button works the starter. To bypass the key entirely you'll probably need to add a second switch that connects the wires turning on all the other systems, then keep the starter on a momentary switch.
 
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Originally Posted by Rqcetruck
So I'm looking at wiring in a push button start into my 94 dakota. I was wondering if anyone has done this before or any wiring diagrams because I can't find much info online
I'd start with the wiring diagrams from the factory service manual.

I presume you mean one like the new cars have, not just a push button to start like buick mentioned.

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