Starter Relay: Inspection

REMOVE STARTER RELAY (Marking: ST)
INSPECT STARTER RELAY
1. Inspect the relay continuity.
  1. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity between terminals 1 and 2.
    If there is no continuity, replace the relay.
  2. Check that there is no continuity between terminals 3 and 5.
    If there is continuity, replace the relay.
  Fig 1: Inspecting Relay Continuity
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2. Inspect the relay operation.
  1. Apply battery positive voltage across terminals 1 and 2.
  2. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is continuity between terminals 3 and 5.
    If there is no continuity, replace the relay.
REINSTALL STARTER RELAY

Fig 2: Inspecting Relay Operation
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