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Power Distribution Relay: Testing and Inspection

RELAY TEST

Normally-Open Type
1. Remove the power relay from its socket.







2. Check continuity between relay terminals.
- There should be continuity between the A and B terminals when power and ground are connected to the C and D terminals.
- There should be no continuity when power is disconnected.


Type 1:




Type 1

Type 2:




Type 2


- Power Window Relay
- Radiator Fan Relay
- [1][2]Blower Motor Relay
- A/C Compressor Clutch Relay





Normally-Open Type
1. Remove the power relay from its socket.







2. Check continuity between relay terminals.
- There should be continuity between the A and C terminals when power and ground are connected to the B and D terminals.
- There should be no continuity when power is disconnected.


Type 1


Type 1:






- [1][2]Blower Motor Relay
- Rear Window Defogger Relay


Type 2







- Horn Relay







- Hatch Release Relay







- Starter Cut Relay







- ABS Pump Motor Relay







- ABS Rear Fail-Safe Relay