So it has nothing to do with the NSS? Cool. How can I bypass it? And where are the connectors for the NSS located aside from the one at the tranny? Where can I temporarily bypass the NSS?

The goal is to be able to start the car via the ignition switch.
Another thing... I know that jumping the starter positive lead to the solenoid runs the starter... But can I trigger the starter by placing a positive current on the SOLENOID from ANY source? what's the current draw of the solenoid? What gauge wire is safe?

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85 190E 2.3(SOLD)
86 230E (-->300D) sold
87 300D (-->300TD) sold
68 250S w/ a 615 and manual tranny (RIP)
87 300TD (SOLD)
95 S280 "The KRAKEN" (Turbo 2.9 602 transplant) traded
86 190E 2.3... current project