Method 1: Jumper Wire Method
1. Locate the Starter Relay: Open the hood of your 1990 Toyota Camry and find the starter relay. It's usually located in the engine bay, near the battery.
2. Identify the Clutch Interlock Wire: Look for a wire that is connected to the starter relay and has a connector with two wires. One of these wires should be labeled "clutch interlock" or similar. Disconnect the connector.
3. Insert a Jumper Wire: Take a piece of wire and strip the ends. Connect one end of the wire to the "clutch interlock" terminal on the starter relay and the other end to a good ground (like a bare metal surface or the negative battery terminal).
4. Test the Starter: Try to start the car. If the engine cranks, the jumper wire has successfully bypassed the faulty starter lockout switch.
Method 2: Clutch Pedal Switch Bypass
1. Locate the Clutch Pedal Switch: Find the clutch pedal switch, which is usually located behind the clutch pedal.
2. Disconnect the Switch: Disconnect the electrical connector from the clutch pedal switch.
3. Jump the Wires: Use a piece of wire to connect the two terminals on the electrical connector. This will simulate the switch being activated when the clutch is depressed.
4. Test the Starter: Try to start the car. If the engine cranks, the clutch pedal switch bypass has been successfully completed.
Note: Bypassing the starter lockout switch or the clutch pedal switch should be considered a temporary measure until the faulty switch can be properly replaced or repaired. It's important to ensure the starter motor and ignition system are functioning correctly to avoid potential starting issues in the future.
