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Starter Relay: Testing and Inspection




1. REMOVE RELAY BOX COVER
2. REMOVE STARTER RELAY (Marking: ST)




3. INSPECT STARTER RELAY
a. 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.




b. 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.
4. REINSTALL STARTER RELAY
5. REINSTALL RELAY BOX COVER