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Starter Relay Test

1. Verify battery is fully charged and in good condition.
2. Perform starter solenoid test.
3. Remove starter relay, noting the following:

Fig. 3 Starter Relay Terminal Identification:




a. On Acclaim, LeBaron, Shadow, Spirit and Sundance models, refer to chart above for starter relay terminal identification.

Fig. 6 Starter Relay Terminal Identification:




b. On Breeze, Cirrus, Neon and Stratus models, refer to chart above for starter relay terminal identification.

Fig. 7 Starter Relay Test:





Fig. 8 Starter Relay Test:




4. On all models, perform starter relay test shown.
After testing starter solenoid and relay, test ignition switch and wiring. Check all wiring for opens and shorts and all connectors for looseness or corrosion.