zlighting

Does anyone have an actual photo of Theft Deterrent Relay location?

I'm tracing an intermittent ("click, click, click") ignition starting issue and need to locate relay for further testing.

Thanks!

peterpar

Injuneer

The relay (not the same as TDM) is wired into path between the ignition switch and the starter, per Shoebox:

4th Gen LT1 F-Body Tech-PassKey/VATS


Per this diagram, it in a yellow wire, between splice S223 and connector C210:

http://shbox.com/1/starter_charging_95.jpg

peterpar

My apologizes Fred, I assumed the relay was part of the module. Here's the correct location.

Injuneer

No problem...... we need all the help we can get on this site. Not a lot of knowledgeable people left, and your answers are always extremely helpful!

zlighting

Thanks guys, I did manage to locate the relay today and ruled out any wiring issues up to the harness, but tomorrow will jumper test S223 and connector C210.

I'm now focusing on locating any lose wiring connections from the ignition switch to my alarm/remote starter, and the starter kill switch which I installed 20 years ago.

The intermittent click first started using the remote starter only, and during the years became worse; however, earlier today I touched certain wires and think I'm close to fixing the problem.

A certified GM mechanic told me years ago, the dealership won't troubleshoot anything until vehicle's alarm/remote starter has first been removed and is most always the cause of such problems.

Since I'm tinkering on my spare time, I'll post the final outcome when I'm done.

Thanks again!