Power Relay Test: Notes

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Special Tools Required

Relay Puller 07AAC-000A2A1

Use this chart to identify the type of relay, then do the test listed for it.

POWER RELAY REFERENCE

Relay

Test

A/C condenser fan relay

Normally-open four-terminal type

A/C compressor clutch relay

Blower motor relay

Cargo area accessory power socket relay⁽¹⁾

Console accessory power socket relay⁽¹⁾

Driver seat heater relay (high)*

ETCS control relay

Front accessory power socket relay

Horn relay

Ignition coil relay

PGM-FI main relay 1

PGM-FI main relay 2

PGM-FI subrelay

Rear window defogger relay

Seat heater relays (high)⁽¹⁾

Starter cut relay

Seat heater relays (low)⁽¹⁾

Five-terminal type

⁽¹⁾	Carefully remove the relay from the fuse/relay box using the relay puller. Do not use pliers. Pliers will damage the relay.

Fig 1: Removing Relay From Fuse/Relay Box Using Relay Puller

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