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Starter Relay: Description and Operation

The starter relay is a International Standards Organization (ISO)-type relay The starter relay is a electro-mechanical device that switches current to the pull-in coil of the starter solenoid, when the ignition switch is turned to the Start position.

The starter relay is located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment. Refer to the PDC label for relay identification and location.