Chrysler laser 1990 Technical Information Manual page 46

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Because the inter-lock switch is switched ON when
the ignition switch is switched to the STABT
position, electricity flows from the cloil of the starter
relay, through the inter-lock switch, to ground. As a
not activated.
CLUTCH
The inter-lock switch is a switch provided in order to prevent
sudden movement of the vehicle when the engine is star-ted.
Thus, the starter motor will not be switched ON unless the
clutch pedal is depressed, thereby switching OFF the inter-lock
switch.
NOTE
The inter-lock switch is normally ON; it is switched OFF when
the clutch pedal is depressed.
When the Clutch Pedal is Depressed:
The inter-lock switch is switched OFF when the
clutch pedal is depressed. If the ignition switch is
then switched to the START position at this time,
the flow of electricity to the coil of the starter relay
will be interrupted. the contacts of the starter relay
will close, switching it ON, and the starter motor will
be activated.
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