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How do you remove your car alarm?
My car alarm keeps going off at random times. I’d like to take it out, plug it back in, and see if it starts working better. How can I remove my car alarm to reset it?
Joshua Levy · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Your car alarm is an important feature for safety and security, but it can be frustrating when it doesn’t work. A few cables and speakers make up your alarm, so it’s difficult to remove the entire system. That said, you can essentially remove the car alarm by taking out the alarm fuse.
To remove the fuse:
- Look in your owner’s manual for the correct fuse. Generally, the fusebox in your cabin controls accessories like lights. The underhood fusebox handles electrical components like your car’s ECU.
- Remove the cover from the fuse box.
- Use the diagram in the fuse box to identify the alarm’s fuse.
- Unplug the fuse with a pair of needle-nosed pliers.
- Leave it unplugged for a few minutes.
- Plug it back in.
Once done, you’ve essentially removed and restarted your alarm! If it still isn’t working, bring your car to a
mechanic
and have them check it out. When it comes to repairing your car’s electrical components, you’ll be better off with a professional.If you’d like to offset the price of professional repairs, start saving on car insurance with
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