Command start issue! Please help!

[1993mx3]

I have quite the piss off of an issue with my mx-3's command start. It is a 5 speed, and i go through all the steps to set the alarm ( neutral, e brake up, let off break/ clutch, take out key.. car stays running, shut door car turns off and command start is activated) however, when i shut the drivers door the car stays running. When i go around to the passenger side door and shut it the engine shuts off, and it sets. I am thinking it is a sensor in the door, because even when the drivers door is open, the cabin light doesn't go on. Can someone steer me in the right direction as to what might possibly be the problem and perhaps how to fix it?

[Team_Mclaren]

you dont need to post in 3 separate threads about your problem

[1993mx3]

I know, i didn't realize i was posting that on the other threads. My bad.

[sjaswal]

Originally posted by 1993mx3
I have quite the piss off of an issue with my mx-3's command start. It is a 5 speed, and i go through all the steps to set the alarm ( neutral, e brake up, let off break/ clutch, take out key.. car stays running, shut door car turns off and command start is activated) however, when i shut the drivers door the car stays running. When i go around to the passenger side door and shut it the engine shuts off, and it sets. I am thinking it is a sensor in the door, because even when the drivers door is open, the cabin light doesn't go on. Can someone steer me in the right direction as to what might possibly be the problem and perhaps how to fix it?

yes a sensor/switch in the door latch, or switch in the door jamb
get a service manual, or go to the dealer