Electrical Problem
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2nd Gear
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Electrical Problem
S.O.S. I'm new to the community as a proud C-4 vet owner; however, as I try to find my way through the in's and out's of trying to do-it-yourself, I find myself struggling. The promblem I'm having is the security system, as well as the horn isn't working. I'm thinking it may be a relay. Anybody out there have any suggestions?
Safety Car
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From: FL
S.O.S. I'm new to the community as a proud C-4 vet owner; however, as I try to find my way through the in's and out's of trying to do-it-yourself, I find myself struggling. The promblem I'm having is the security system, as well as the horn isn't working. I'm thinking it may be a relay. Anybody out there have any suggestions?
Suggestion #2, purchase the correct factory service manual for your car, it will be the best money you ever spend, usually pays for itself with a single repair.
Available here new http://www.helminc.com/helm/homepage...ls&btnG=Google
or haunt Ebay and the C4 Parts for Sale forum until you find a used set for much less. Good luck with the electrical issues and welcome.
Burning Brakes
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From: When Democracy becomes tyranny, the armed citizens will still get to vote!
On my 89, I could hear the horn relay working when the button was pushed. My horn (only one on it when I bought it) ended up being completely rust impacted. It would not work when 12 VDC was applied to the terminal, had to be replaced.
Le Mans Master
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From: Tampa Florida
S.O.S. I'm new to the community as a proud C-4 vet owner; however, as I try to find my way through the in's and out's of trying to do-it-yourself, I find myself struggling. The promblem I'm having is the security system, as well as the horn isn't working. I'm thinking it may be a relay. Anybody out there have any suggestions?
Year of the car would really help as this type of problem can be year specific. If by some chance your car is an '84 then your horn circuit gives power to your cars "security system".
