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Searching in 1990 USDM TSRM.
Areas /Theft deterrent I — starter cut system circuit
Step-by-step TSRM procedure

Theft deterrent I — starter cut system circuit

Follow the theft deterrent system flowchart from BE-95.

BE-95
Current check

Depress clutch pedal (M/T only). Is there battery voltage between terminal 13 and ground with ignition switch turned to ST

Depress clutch pedal (M/T only). Is there battery voltage between terminal 13 and ground with ignition switch turned to ST?
Yes

Replace computer.

Replace computer.
No

Open circuit in starter relay circuit.

Open circuit in starter relay circuit.