A/C Clutch Relay

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Relay is located above compressor. Remove relay. Check continuity between terminals No. 1 and 3. See Fig 1 . If continuity exists, replace relay. Using jumper wires, connect 12-volt battery power and ground to terminals No. 2 and 4. Continuity should exist between terminals No. 1 and 3. If continuity does not exist, replace relay.

Fig 1: Identifying A/C Clutch Relay Terminal ID

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