I agree with Chris, except unplug the lock module power source instead. If I recall correctly, it is a red wire that runs to the circuit breaker just above the module. If you only disconnect the white plug, you've still got power going to those relays. Jake 1063 ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris Almy" <chris.almy@xxxxxxxxxxx> To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2006 8:59 AM Subject: Re: [DML] Power surge - Lock problem > Jennifer, > Sounds like one of the relays is sticking inside the lock module. This > causes the solenoids to stay engaged, draining the battery (and causing > the > power drop you noticed on the meter). After a bit of time, a circuit > breaker will shutdown the circuit temporarily (the clicking you hear). I > would highly recommend disconnecting the lock module through its large > white connector. This will disable the system and prevent it from draining > the battery. Don't worry, the doors will still lock/unlock without this. > It's just that now you have to lock/unlock both doors instead of just one. > > As a fix, you can either replace the relays or just replace the whole > module with the new digital version. You may also need to replace the > solenoids now because they might be fried from staying engaged for so > long. > > Chris > VIN 4099 > > At 04:39 PM 7/10/2006 +0000, you wrote: >>I need some help. >>I am having a problem with, I think, the locks on my DeLorean. It's >> To address comments privately to the moderating team, please address: moderators@xxxxxxxxxxx For more info on the list, tech articles, cars for sale see www.dmcnews.com To search the archives or view files, log in at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dmcnews/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: dmcnews-unsubscribe@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/