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Starter Relay: Inspection

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  1. Check that the starter relay does not have deformation, cracks and any other damage.
  2. Measure the resistance between starter relay terminals.
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Starter Relay Terminals
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    Terminal No. Standard
    1 and 2 1 MΩ or more
    3 and 4 128.07 - 156.53 Ω (when 20°C (68°F))
  3. Connect battery positive terminal to terminal No. 3 and battery ground terminal to terminal No. 4, and measure the resistance between the starter relay terminals.
    Fig 2: Connect Battery Positive Terminal To Terminal No. 3
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    Terminal No. Standard
    1 and 2 Less than 1 Ω
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