Is it possible to install a remote engine starter in the cooper (2002-2006)?? has anyone successfully accomplished it OR known someone who has installed a remote starter system and it worked fine? Thanks

 

Don't think so, the car won't start unless the key is in the ignition (computer chip).

 

even for the 2002 models? I thought those start using a metal key?

 

yeah..i've seen other posts that suggest it is definitely possible. only people that have probs are folks with a clutch

 

I was thinking about same thing. I have a manual 6 speed and it won't work?

 

there are ways to make it work. I will not go into that as a google search should be able to answer this, as some of it becomes a safety issue, i.e. clutch switch and people leaving cars in gear.

I have done it on another car that had a chip in the key and a 5-speed.

But it can be done

 

When I had a remote starter installed in my other car. I had to buy another key and this do-hickey to put the key in (it hides under the dash, and I destroyed the key part of it so no one can steal the car). Basically the do-hickey has a wire that leads up to wrap around the ignition so that the car "thinks" the key is in the ignition. As for the manual tranny thing, I know it can be done, but I'm not sure how.

 

"Imnothing"..do u live in the Washington DC area??

 

Nope, just outside Toronto Canada.