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Ignition Relay: Testing and Inspection





1. REMOVE IGNITION MAIN RELAY

LOCATION: In the engine compartment relay box.








2. INSPECT IGNITION MAIN RELAY
- Inspect relay continuity
- Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity between terminals 1 and 2.
- If there is no continuity, replace the relay.
- Check that there is no continuity between terminals 3 and 5.
- If there is continuity, replace the relay.
- Inspect relay operation
- Apply battery positive voltage across terminals 1 and 2.
- Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity between terminals 3 and 5.
- If there is no continuity, replace the relay.
3. REINSTALL IGNITION MAIN RELAY