
Worried about car theft when parking in unfamiliar or unsafe places? Youโre not aloneโand you donโt need expensive alarms or kill switches. This clever fuse removal trick can stop any thief in their tracksโliterally. Hereโs how to do it in under 1 minute, with no mechanical skills needed.
What Youโll Need:
- Nothing more than access to your carโs fuse box
- (Optional) Your vehicleโs manual to locate the correct fuse
- The fuse puller tool, usually located inside the fuse box cover
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Locate Your Fuse Box
Most vehicles have a fuse panel under the steering wheel or near the glove compartment. Remove the cover gently.
Read the Diagram
Inside the fuse box cover or in your ownerโs manual, youโll find a diagram showing the fuse layout. Look for the fuse labeled โFuel Pumpโ (often numbered in the 30s).
Identify the Fuel Pump Fuse
Example: If it says #33 โ Fuel Pump, find the 33rd fuse (count from right to left or follow the diagram). Itโs often 10Aโ20A, red or blue.
Remove the Fuse Carefully
Use the clip tool inside the fuse box cover to gently pull the fuse out. Do not use knives or metal tools.
What Happens When You Remove the Fuse?
- The car may start, but the fuel pump wonโt activate, so it will die within seconds.
- Even if a thief tries to drive off, the engine will quickly lose power and shut down.
- Most wonโt stick around long enough to figure it out.
Why This Works:
Inexpensive and Invisible โ No extra security systems needed
Non-invasive โ No damage to your vehicle
Great for travel โ Especially when parking overnight or in risky areas
Buys you time โ While thieves are confused, you or security can respond
Bonus Tip:
Hide the fuse in a discreet place in your glovebox or pocket. That way, even if someone knows the trick, they canโt reinsert it quickly.
Try this the next time you park somewhere sketchyโyouโll sleep a little easier.
Got questions or need help finding your carโs fuse layout? Drop a comment!
Stay safe and see you in the next tip!