About the Metra E-5000 relay
Metra's E-5000 single pole-double throw (SPDT) relay is used in car security installations, primarily for interfacing with starter interrupt, door lock/unlock, and trunk release. Warranty: 60 days.
What's in the box:
Metra E-5000 relay owner's manual
- SPDT relay
- Plug with 5 attached wires (red/white/black/blue/green)
- Instruction/Application sheet
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Worked as intended. Thanks Crutchfield for letting me know I needed this item for a proper install!
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No idea where it goes!
Samantha from Ashland, OH on 8/20/2019
1986 Pontiac Fiero
When I ordered the JVC stereo for my 86 Fiero it said I needed this so they shipped it free (which is cool). BUT, the instructions it comes with SUCK, it doesn't really tell me where to wire this in? My factory radio had a built in amp that ran a small sub woofer. I ended up unplugging the sub woofer because all it did was thump over an over and over. I am guessing that relay needs to be in there, but where? Instructions don't say anything about where to wire it in to the radio???!!!
Pros: it was free
Cons: Instructions for it suck The radio installation instruction don't explain where it goes either had to unplug the sub
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Confused but Happy
Crutchfield customer from Sacramento, CA on 5/7/2019
2001 Dodge Grand Caravan
I was completely confused with the arrival of this relay, I did a little research and it was a simple installation. It was needed to bypass the factory amplifiers for the infinity speakers
Pros: Able to listen to my stereo
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Exactly what was required
TJ from Broomfield, CO on 4/2/2019
2016 Ford Escape
Worked as intended. Thanks Crutchfield for letting me know I needed this item for a proper install!
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Robert from Amarillo, TX on 1/17/2019
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Used this relay to turn on parking lights on my 2014 Jeep Wrangler when starting vehicle with EVO-CHR.T5 remote start.
Pros: Relay with socket. Will be easy to replace if it goes bad.
Cons: None
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It worked.
Crutchfield customer from Holland, MI on 11/14/2018
2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Ordered this with a NAV unit. Crutch said I needed it. Who am I to argue??
Pros: It worked
Cons: None. It worked.
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Wes from Las Vegas, NV on 9/14/2018
2003 Chevrolet Corvette
Worked great turning a negative wire to a positive.
Pros: Works great.
Cons: None
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Very bulky device
Brad from Plano, TX on 6/26/2018
1991 Mazda RX7
Documentation that came with it sux, but Crutchfield tech support made up for it. Very bulky device and the wires are too thick to easily use the twist wire connectors I bought with the stereo
Pros: works
Cons: documentation size wire gauge
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Crutchfield customer from Hollywood, MD on 12/12/2017
1990 Audi 200 Quattro
Nice that they threw this is... I didn't need it for the install, but I'll use it somewhere!
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Not needed
Crutchfield customer from Renton, WA on 11/19/2017
1988 Pontiac Fiero
Not needed. Car was wired for KMM-BT222U, so was not used.
Pros: none
Cons: none
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Crutchfield customer from Boonville, MO on 9/19/2017
It resurrected my factory speaker system after installation of new stereo
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David from Zeeland, MI on 6/20/2017
1985 Chevrolet Camaro
Very poor detail for install. Didn't install, because of this.....
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JUSTIN from Oshkosh, WI on 3/2/2017
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500
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Mike from Milwaukee, WI on 1/8/2017
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
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SPDT Relay
HD from San Antonio, TX on 5/20/2016
2001 Chrysler Town and Country
120 E5000 is very non-specific and is not very clear what wiring on the vehicle, head unit or adapter wiring harness it needs to be connected to.
Pros: May do its job if better installation provided
Cons: Description is poor and non-specific
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Tabb from destrehan, LA on 1/24/2016
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
Instruction were easy to follow and product preformed flawless
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Great!
DKJ from Stafford, VA on 10/20/2015
2003 Volkswagen Beetle
Showed up the next day. Even though it states it won't fit a 2003 Turbo Beetle, it is exactly what I needed to use as an AMP relay switch on my factory Monsoon AMP (after replacing HU with an aftermarket, the Monsoon AMP would not turn off and drained the battery). The hardest part was taking the car parts off to get to the AMP. Either way, this worked perfectly!
Pros: Arrived the next day. What I needed
Cons: None
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cielosf from New Jersey on 7/16/2015
2005 Chevrolet Corvette
This did not wire up as the instructions showed. Blue wire was not even needed on my install in a 2005 Corvette. Tech guys straightened it out and all is good.
Pros: Allows to use factory Bose amp.
Cons: Wired up differently than instructions showed.
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Works
James R from Washington on 7/5/2015
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b from Georgia on 4/27/2015
Great product. Showed up on time and as advertised. Great work once again.
Pros: works great
Cons: none
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GeorgeS from New Jersey on 3/17/2015
2004 Ford Escape
Great Product
Pros: No cutting Just Follow the instruction and your done
Cons: None
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No cutting
Mark from Carlisle ky on 3/8/2015
no cutting no splicing just plug n play
Pros: There great
Cons: None
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Todd F from Colorado on 1/24/2015
Does the job as expected. I appreciate the plug in type pig tail.
Pros: Plug in pig tail
Cons: none
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Excellent
Crutchfield customer from 01902 on 1/11/2015
2005 Toyota Tacoma
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Metra E-5000 relay works.
Prybar-KC from Quincy, In. on 9/15/2014
This product is required as it replaces the warning tones which are programmed into the OEM unit being replaced.
Pros: simple install.
Cons: I seem to have lost my door lock tones.
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zbee062 from Anderson, SC on 7/22/2014
2008 Chevrolet Corvette
This is installed in combination with a GMOS-04 adapter, a DNX890HD in a 2008 Corvette. Apparently it can be eliminated if the GMOS-04 cable is by passed (with Corvettes of certain years ), but I elected to include it and followed the instructions provided.
Pros: Instructions were clear and installation was easy. Would give 5 stars except I had no way of knowing 100% that the relay worked. Everything worked that was associated with the cable including sound quality, so I assume that it did work.
Cons: None
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Crutchfield customer from Franklin Grove, IL on 7/19/2014
It's a relay
Pros: Works like it should.
Cons: None its self explanatory
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Works as adverstised
PM from Baldwinsville, NY on 4/23/2014
2006 Chevrolet Corvette
This relay was required. Instructions are minimal. I am not an electrician and w/o Crutchfield advisor, I would not have know where to connect the wires. Would have been very helpful to include more specific wiring instructions with the MasterSheet sent with the NAV/Radio I bought.
Pros: Works
Cons: A lot of wires. felt install instructions needed to be better.
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Nelson1248 from Albuquerque nm on 3/6/2014
2007 Chevrolet Corvette
Works great to watch movies on the fly
Pros: Great support team help for install
Cons: Lots of wires
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Bill from Los Angeles on 10/29/2013
Great product and very easy to install. I would of liked to see the relay be able to be connected to the radio. With all the adapters the harness became massive and cumbersome to install.
Pros: Went in very quickly
Cons: Need more documentation to install without pro help.
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Good product
Digger from Kyle, TX on 9/7/2013
2003 Chrysler Town and Country
I was replacing a lightening fired unity in a 2003 Chrysler Town and Country with the Infinity system. Installing the relay was not really that difficult or complicated, except the instructions were confusing and not completely correct. The Crutchfield Technical support helped me get it properly installed. They were a big help.
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Nick from Houston,tx on 6/22/2013
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Great relay and connector at a fair price.
mike V from simi valley, ca on 4/20/2013
quality relay & connector with a wide range of uses.
Pros: comes with a sheet of suggested uses and wiring diagrams.
Cons: none
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PERFECT FIT
MTM from Monterey,CA on 7/19/2012
2011 Chevrolet Malibu
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Does the Job and Does it Well
Mike from Texas on 1/27/2012
2006 Chevrolet Corvette
Installation is rather straight forward and it served the purpose of what it's supposed to do.
Pros: Does the job.
Cons: None to report.
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Crutchfield customer from South Carolina on 6/6/2011
Installed per Crutchfield instructions and it works as advertised.
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Ed from Riverside, Ca on 5/13/2011
2007 Chevrolet Silverado (New Body Style
Initially I hooked-up this relay, but din't like how I would have to struggle with finding a home for it. It works, but I chose to do without. I can't hear it anyway when I have music on.
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That's It
Macline from Philadelphia, Pa on 5/2/2011
2007 Chevrolet Impala
Well theres four wires, and i only needed two both turn signal sounds work and i would recommend this to anybody who just wants to keep all the factory car sounds while having an aftermarket radio. It was very easy an no problem with product so far.
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Worked Fine
Adam from Oxford, MI on 2/20/2009
2001 Chrysler Town and Country
Installed in a 2001 Chrysler Town and Country with the Infinity sound system. I had to get instructions to connect the amp power lead (pass side kick panel). Works great.
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Not for '89 Audio 100 without Bose
Art from Easton, PA on 2/9/2009
Solution where each speaker has its own amp, this solution did not work. Product was returned. Sound muffled and noice from engin could be heard. Crutfield should consider other options.
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Multi purpose
Paul from Stamford, CT on 6/30/2008
I had a problem in my car. i had a cap, jl 1000/1 and a TMA320.4 running off the same REM line from my head unit. It simply wasnt enough power to startup all of the components. I put this relay in to put more power into the amps to start them up. Its a great thing and works flawlessly
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More details on the Metra E-5000 relay
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Features
Overview: The SPDT (single-pole, double throw) relay is a switch controlled by a voltage input instead of a mechanical action. By sending current through the relay, you can turn a device on or off without touching the device. The relay consists of two parts: the relay, which includes a 5-blade socket, and the 5-blade plug with 5 wires. It has a capacity for up to 30 Amps.
Typical Applications:
- Relay Turn-On: for turning on/off high-current devices such as multiple amplifiers or neon lights
- Relay Turn-Off: for turning off or disabling a device such as a vehicle's starter system (in conjunction with a security system)
- Remote Trunk Release: for remote control opening of a vehicle trunk (in conjunction with a security system--requires existing power-assisted trunk release)
- Power Door Lock System: for remote control locking/unlocking of vehicle doors (in conjunction with a security system and aftermarket power door locks)
Wiring Considerations: Installation of this relay requires soldering of the connections. Installation of a 30-amp fuse and fuse holder may be required near the battery connection.
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