Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Anti-Theft Relay
To test the relay, use an ohmmeter to check resistance values between terminals. See Fig 1.
To test relay with voltage, disconnect the ohmmeter. Connect pins 3 and 1 to 12 volt DC power and pin 2 to ground. Measure voltage between pins 5 and 2. If the voltage is 12 volts, continue the test. If the voltage is not 12 volts, replace the relay. Disconnect power from pin 1 and measure voltage between pins 4 and 2. If voltage is 12 volts, the relay is okay. If not, replace the relay.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.