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[...] I would use a microcontroller to control the servo to turn the key to a predetermined angle to start the ignition, and return.
The problem I see happening is that sometimes it takes a little bit longer to start my truck than others on very cold mornings.
[...] BUT, the point of such projects is to do things the way you want them... otherwise you'd just buy a system.
Unfortunately the only safe and the easiest way
You will probably have at LEAST $100 into a DIY solution, plus your time..
[...] this is one instance when a solution is already available for safer and cheaper.
With the real remote starter, you get features like: Set the car to run for 10, 15 or 20 minutes, remote keyless entry, your heater controls activate with the remote module, theftproof (engine stops when brake pedal is touched)
and it will turn the engine over until it starts. OP mentioned that his engine is hard to start when it's cold.
I understand that this is a robotics forum and that the DIY runs very strong. In this case, it's a matter of ease.
Even the remote starters have rolling codes so security isn't a concern really.
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