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I just got done with this and it’s working great, I have an automatic and a few things have changed, the dip switch needs 4 and 5 down, 4 is optional, the oil detection wire needs to go to the constant 12v, but all in all I’m really happy with it.

cool! gotten used to keyless cars now, and this is an amazing upgrade.

Your DIY stuff is pretty great, your Joying video inspired me to go that route but I did a full system. I don't think I'll be messing with this one though, no more electrical work/panel pulling for a long while.

You have the nicest C5 interior hands down super clean

Wow! I have watched this video 5 times now , its something I am looking into now, I also love the yellow paint, damn good job 👍

It makes sense with the passive lock/unlock. Because if you had to use the fob to unlock/lock manually, it would be more inconvenient to stow the fob away again, instead of just inserting the key.

This is nice man!! Keep doing your thing!!

Massive props for doing this Looks like alot of work to me to do myself

In 2005 I had a manager at tinseltown with a z06 just like this. The only additional thing he had on his was the ability to open and close the flaps on his exhaust which made the car louder or quieter. I think that's what it's called but my uncle had a similar deal on his boat only he had a switch on the console and not a switch on his key. Super bad ass feature.

Dude! Your walk through is awesome! I literally just finished installing this in my car thanks to this walk through install. This is an awesome upgrade for this car. Was gonna hook up the parking lights but I couldn’t figure out which wire they were… oh well. 😁

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Glad to help man 🤙👍

Nice work! I love how you set up your c5. All the mods you've done I also want to do haha. That steering wheel is so nice!

Man that was a great video. You are awesome and so dam patient!!! Lol looks fantastic good job

Nice video. Thank you for the shout out. Thats very cool.

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome man. 🤘🤙

Nice Feature Sir. Thanks for Sharing. God Bless.

Awesome video and thanks

Babahahahjahahahahaha I kept my C5 & modded it up to keep that old school vibe & avoid “technology for technology’s sake”- which is exactly what push button start is. Same reason I bought an “801a” equipped Raptor vs the 802a - I want a damn key! To each his own I suppose

This chanel is underrated

Nice job man, I like it

@VetOnVettes

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man 👍🤙

I have been wodering if something like this existed.

Damn good job👍👍👍👍👍

damn bruh u did dat! great install, great content. every interior mod im thinkn of you have it!!

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Stay tuned. Got more coming down the Pipeline.

@drefunke

3 жыл бұрын

@@VetOnVettes is the column lock required for this install?

Might do this on my vette that would be cool.

Nice. Good work,. Looks a bit difficult, but worth it.

cool vid👍

Great video. Can you tell me what you did with the two brown wires marked directional indicator lamp. And the other blue wire side door negative trigger. Thanks.

Wow! Noice! Love how the button turns from blue to green and how the fobs work to auto lock/unlock when you walk away! You mentioned the setup is made to also do remote start...I plan to probly get an auto Trans Vette, due to some disability issues I have from a service related injury. How difficult do you believe it would be to add this feature? I'm an old electronics geek so I'm pretty proficient with wiring, using a meter, etc. Thanks so much for your great informative vette vids.

nice video

Amazing brother… beautiful i have a c5 would like to do that also but I don’t know how to…..

This is brilliant, I have to do this.

Really enjoy your videos, very informative keep em up! I did have a question on how you mounted the push button switch. Do you have pics or video on how you did it?

Wow! That has to be one of the best mods for the C5 corvette I’ve seen for modernizing the interior. I’ve seen your 5-month update video and now after having the EASY GUARD EC002 for more than a year now have you had any issues at all with the system? I’ve already purchased one but I’m a little concerned about it failing and having to be towed… Thanks,

Push button start is cool.... But i'ev always enjoy the mechanical feel of manually turning a key to start an engine feels more connected to the car.

That was very cool!! Try using some kind of light. It was a little hard for us older guys and gals to see. Thank you!

hey man nice install ill be doing this in the winter but what radio is that you have where you can put your own back ground on it

What touchscreen head unit are you utilizing on the C5 vette in this video? It looks clean with no buttons exterior of the screen. Been trying to find a clean looking one for my C6. Came with the factory navigation touchscreen but as we all know, it is much dated and hard to see and lacking phone connectivity.

I have only 1 red on the main connector but have a black one that you don’t in the video on that main ignition harness. Should the black wire be used in place on one of the red ones on the male blades on the top?

Interesting

So I just ordered this for my 02. Reading the manual it looks like they switch up the dip switches because it's saying switch 5 is the one for manual/automatic flip. Do you have a way I can contact you with a picture of it so you can tell me which ones to flip up or down on the dip.

I like the shifter / knob and boot cover. Going to try and find if u did a video on it! If someone knows more about that type please respond. Thanks! Ron 2003 C5

I have a c5 automatic . I see a couple of things on why I couldn’t do this in my car . There is a cable on back of my ignition switch for my shifter so it will allow it to shift when car is started. Also I don’t think I need column lock thing that problem is mostly manual trans car also I have blinker bypass for hyper flash . If I am incorect please tell me. I also installed the same radio with your help thank you. Couple of mild critiques the most important part of the whole installation was the ignition switch and you didn’t film it and also the lighting could be better you did this also on the radio install. This was not ment to attack but for information for the future videos. I’m 69 years not very handy but I learn a lot from your videos please keep up your good work.

@ericrichardson6899

Жыл бұрын

Once you remove the existing ignition switch, the black cable can be removed from the ignition switch and stored up and out of the way. Just insert the key and turn it on, push in the tab holding it in and it pulls right out.

Is it possible to wire the basic kit with just the ignition wiring section without the keyless long as vats is disabled and steering lock wiring is done?

So do you have to order the relay separately and you must use the relay? The EC002 kit I bought for my c5 did not come with the relay.

Do you can use any cut key without ohm resistor build in to open the door ?

wait,video was great,but want if i have an alarm with key pad an all,if you drive a vette,9 out of 10,you going to have an alarm,so with your install do we have 2 key fobs and the 2 alarm pad we already had.

How is it holding up after a month? Car looks absolutely amazing. By the way i looked all up and down the interwebs and cant find that joying din and a half anywhere.

Could the clutch be tied instead of the brake to avoid the 3 second hold to start?

Wonder if it would work for my 06 gto

Do the memory seats still work when you hit the start button

Are the remotes separately recognized, as in one is for driver and the other for driver 2 like in factory C5?

I installed the push to start work fine for several weeks then all the sudden the the windows and locks on the drivers door stop working when the door was closed. Now the door locks will not stay unlocked. Must have to unlock the fob two start. Any suggestions on how to keep the door locks unlock. Thank you

Thanks a lot for this video, where did you get your custom steering wheel from? I am looking for one but could not find yet...Thanks!

How’s the push button still working? Any issues? Does this fix the dreaded GM key issues I hear about?

What is the red thing on your shifter and the knob on your console

Wondering what steering wheel and seats those are? Interior looks 🔥

How do I program a new key fob on 2005 corvette. No key ignition.

Where'd u get the seats from ?? They look awesome

just bought a corvette c5 model year 2000, is it supposed to be a remote control for the locks for that one, or is it just keys?  just bought a corvette c5 model year 2000, is it supposed to be a remote control for the locks for that one, or is it just keys?

I’m Glad you made a good instructional. I was getting too many questions on mine from a year ago which I basically cluster fucked together haha. Only thing I didn’t do is the relay portion. Probably needed but meh.

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching man. I'll check out your channel in the near future. 👍🤘

One question? When can I get you to install mine? I'm in Ocala FL. It's sunny and I have beers.

Some reviews say that the module starts to glitch or crap out after some time. That’s kinda scary for me, if it happened away from home and doesn’t turn on or off. Putting the original ignition back in there could be the only fix, and imagine dealing with that, out there. Ideally, I’d love to be able to keep the original system in place, but just unplugged. And maybe put the new button somewhere else?

Thanks for video. Great information! At 17:50, the orange wire that taps into a white wire under the dash, is that the "Footbrake" wire? And what white wire?

@paulcastellano5731

2 жыл бұрын

Also, my wiring diagram instructions for the EC002 says dip switch 5 is up for manual, down for automatic. You show dip switch 4 for that setting. ??? Did you stay with that on 4? I have had some trouble installing this and am wondering if that was possbile issue.

Steering wheel lock? does this disable it?

Have you had any issues with the system draining your battery?

Great how to video. Just can't help but think this would be a pain for the next owner, or you down the road.

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

So far so good. I have the original ignition and all wiring if I ever wanted to go back or before I sell it.

Did you have to wire into the brake pedal ? So it would recognize the new start pattern.

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Correct. Sounds a signal to the unit to go ahead and safely start.

If you’re sitting in the driver seat and hit lock, does the start button disable completely or is there still power to it? I’ve got the basic rfid setup and the button is always hot even without the rfid card. Pretty bad design lol

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Disables completely. 👍

Why did you choose EC002 over EC003?

Do you have to use the relay on this install or not? I have the steering lmc5 installed.

@VetOnVettes

Жыл бұрын

When I looked at schematics & did other research it looked as if you needed to do the relay otherwise the car would always think there was a key in the ignition. You might be ok without doing it. I did it as an extra precaution.

Info on the stereo?

Are you related to Nate Bergatze? Stand up comedian, very funny guy. You sound and look like him. Great video too.

Always kick ass videos dude... so 3+ years later, how do you rate this? Any issues? Sorry if I am missing a video where you talk about that - if I am, feel free to link it. thanks!

I actually had this exact system in my C3. It was really nice til it got totalled by a dude running a red light.

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Damn dude. That sucks. Side note. C3's have really been growing on me lately. I guess it's only matter of time before I scoop one up 😂

will this work if you have the shift interlock at the ignition?

@VetOnVettes

Жыл бұрын

I'm 99% sure it will work as you need to press the brake to start it. You just won't have the remote start option

Great mod if you haven't replaced your GM key lock. They fail unexpectedly, mine failed on a road trip so I was on the hook for towing and 2 nights hotel waiting for parts to be shipped to dealer.

@skaughtmc6591

2 жыл бұрын

If you’re talking about the “pull key, wait 10 seconds” message, there is a way to manually bypass it. It’s too late this time, but should you need it again: With car off, pull hard on the steering wheel clockwise (put some actual weight behind it). While still pulling, start the car. The wheel will unlock. I used to have a 98 coupe that would go through those locks like candy. After replacing them a half dozen times, I eventually just lived with doing the bypass method. That was before there was a way to permanently disable it. (I just picks up an 02 Z, so I’m clicking around to see what new options are out there.)

Thanks, I'll stick with how it came from the factory and leave these new frills to the people that think new cars are better

Honestly, watched chainsaw 1st and he made a bracket so I watched yours to see how you did it.....and you edited it out LOL. This is amazing. Everything I dislike about the C5 can be fixed which makes me super stoked now. Well, haven't searched backup camera yet but hopefully that can be done too! Question though, does your Amazon seats solve the C5's issue with the rocking back? Watched some videos saying the factory seats rock back and fourth from braking and gassing. Thanks for your content man. I'm 41 and have wanted a C6 since they came out. However, after buying brand new vehicles, I want something older .....can't best the C5 IMO after mods like headlights, push2start,shifter and column. I've heard tires are difficult to find for stock rims so maybe I'll go with C6 z06 wheels or something. I prefer to keep it GM and not aftermarket although there's some sweet aftermarket wheels out there. Subscribed and watched many of your vids in the past 2 weeks. Love it man

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in man! Hah, sorry about editing the button mount process, but I have a updated video on a different button I installed and I think I cover it better? Tires can be near impossible to find for stock rims, you normally have to go 5 for so MM wider (no biggie). I have a bunch of content and I did something on back-up cameras awhile back in my head unit install.

I could be wrong but I don't think 01-04 auto's require the column lock bypass.

@link9alink9a71

2 жыл бұрын

No require for 01-04 (automatic) only

Will this work for automatic versions as well?

@VetOnVettes

10 ай бұрын

Absolutely. In fact, an automatic has an advantage as you can enable remote start.

Man, thanks for the video, it's very clear. But I have a problem, after 2 seconds the engine shuts off. Any idea why this happens? The button doesn't turn green. And what is that relay you installed?

@VetOnVettes

7 ай бұрын

Interesting. This sounds like an ignition (VATS) issue or the LCM5 module needs to be installed. Google both of those for more data points.

@evgheniiiacovlev5301

7 ай бұрын

@@VetOnVettes I have LCM5 intalled… What about the thin green brown and black wires? And what kind of relay did you install, I don't have such a relay in my start/stop button kit.

How goes it, I just moved away from 757 after 31 years. I had a question in regards to the trunk release. I have everything wired up and works great except for the trunk release. I have it wired as you have, I hear the module click as if it is going to engage but the trunk does not release. I have the green going to the black behind the switch and the other wired to the cont. hot. Did you run into this issue?

@VetOnVettes

Жыл бұрын

Interesting.. hmmm. No mine was plug & play just like how I wired it up. ( I was shocked that everything worked on the first try) perhaps a faulty release actuator with just really crazy timing for it to fail? If you are hearing something clicking you are definitely getting a signal. There is a small chance it's getting an extremely weak signal. Perhaps look at the green to black connection? Other thing could be a grounding issue somewhere. These cars can be headaches for grounds. Does the switch still release the trunk? (The button on the dash that is)

@johnneidig2155

Жыл бұрын

@@VetOnVettes yeah the switch still releases the trunk as well as the original fob.

@VetOnVettes

Жыл бұрын

@@johnneidig2155 I would look at the wire connections then. Also look at the button program procedures. Yours may have come with a different default setting. I remember the instructions were terrible and a lot of it was a guessing game 🙄

@johnneidig2155

Жыл бұрын

@@VetOnVettes thank you will check those out will let you know how it goes

Where are u located?

After this much time, does it still work good?

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

It's does. Use it almost every

The pull key for 10 second is coming on and not allowing me to turn on the car. Help please

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

LMC5 with brown wire mod will fix you right up

@enriquemaldonado2295

2 жыл бұрын

@@VetOnVettes thank you sir

So you’re telling me this system works without issues for you? I’ve installed 3 of these so far and all have had various issues typical of Chinese electronics. Like the passive keyless entry just randomly locks and unlocks constantly while I’m in the car.

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Not saying this is a perfect system nor am I endorsing the product. It has its flaws for sure. For one the directions are trash and the main reason for making the video to help others out wishing to install one (this brand or not). I deactivated the passive key system after a few weeks as it tends to have a good battery draw. I just use it like an ordinary key fob now. So far so good with everything else. I'll do an update in the future for sure.

would it work for a 98 C5?

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Don't see why not.

What model year is your c5 Corvette?

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

2001

What stereo is that? What kit did you use? Looks great!

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Joying 8.8" 1.5 din

@myronturks5425

3 жыл бұрын

@@VetOnVettes where u located ? And how much should a install like this run ? GREAT VID👍

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

For someone to install it? Man I really have no clue? Couple hundred? All parts can be had for $160

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

I'm in Virginia Beach btw

I'm still in the box opening part, that pad is to make it so you can still start the car if the battery is dead in the remote. You mount it where you can set the remote down directly on top of it so it can read it.

Explorer 😏

Will it work on automatic

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

Yes and you can use the "remote start" function on the Automatic

@kencopeland5989

Жыл бұрын

What do you do with the cable from ing switch to shifter ???

Awesome Video where did you sent or get your steering wheel for that finish? I saw something very similar on ebay but it was like 1300.00 dollars I rather get my clutch for that 😂

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

I bought it off a ebay vendor. 'dashrestyle'. I paid roughly $850

@ricardovilla1757

3 жыл бұрын

@@VetOnVettes right on Brotha ! You should do a proper oil change video for our cars, I'm having an issue with my Gas Tank it says it's empty but it's full just started last week I've been having this car for almost 2 yrs, I fixed the ECBM , motor on drivers side window

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

@@ricardovilla1757 I did a video on the gas gauges fix two weeks ago. You should check it out.

@ricardovilla1757

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much I will look at it sorry for the late reply I just got off work

Same

yep nope, if i decide to do this its definitely going to a shop

And when it fails in 5 years and the company no longer exists? Is this reversible?

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

It's completely reversible. Have all the original ignition parts in my garage. Chances are when I sell it I will give the option to put it back or leave it but keep the parts.

Is it REALLY that difficult to turn a key, ferchrissakes??!!! I've had my C5 for almost 20 years, and 125,000 miles. STILL don't miss pushbutton start. Car has too many buttons as is ferchrissakes!!!!!

One of the reasons I bought a C5 was because it DID NOT have a push button start.....these make doing simple things like jump starting the vehicle a lot of trouble, and other reasons.

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

How does a push button make jumping it harder? Honestly asking.

Soldered your connections but ran routed wires behind a rubber grommet as apposed to through it. Moronic.

@VetOnVettes

2 жыл бұрын

I need to watch it again myself to see where I did that. 🤔. Thanks for the positive feedback

@nateflatt7418

2 жыл бұрын

@@VetOnVettes the Moronic part was unnecessary, but he is referring to the grommet in the door. You went outside of the grommet but through with the rest of the wires. It could technically damage the insulation of the wire over time since it is pushed by the grommet into the edge of the metal

Talked too much!

Another dumb idea that makes your car less reliable

@VetOnVettes

3 жыл бұрын

Good point John. 🤘👍