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.
M/T Model
Power is supplied at all times through 40-amp fusible link (letter "C", located in the fuse and fusible link box) to ignition switch terminal "B".
With the ignition switch in the "START" position, power is supplied from ignition switch terminal "ST" to clutch interlock relay terminal No. 5.
With the ignition switch in the "ON" or "START" position, power is supplied through 10-amp fuse [No. 20, located in the fuse block (J/B)], to clutch interlock relay terminal No. 1.
When the clutch pedal is depressed, ground is supplied to clutch interlock relay terminal No. 2 through the clutch interlock switch and body grounds E7 and E37.
The clutch interlock relay is energized and power is supplied from terminal No. 3 of the clutch interlock relay to terminal "S" of the starter motor windings.
The starter motor plunger closes and provides a closed circuit between the battery and the starter motor. The starter motor is grounded to the cylinder block. With power and ground supplied, the starter motor operates.
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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.