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Wiper Relay: Testing and Inspection


Continuity Check

Fig. 8 Relay Continuity Check:






1. Using a suitable ohmmeter check for continuity between terminals 2, and 3, Fig. 8.
2. Ensure no continuity exists between terminals 2, and 4.

Relay Operation Check

Fig. 9 Relay Operation Check:





1. Connect terminal 4 to positive of battery, Fig. 9.
2. Connect terminal 1 to negative of battery.
3. Relay should operate (clicking noise).

Intermittent Operation Check

Fig. 10 Intermittent Operation Check:






1. Connect terminal 4 to positive of battery.
2. Connect terminal 1 to negative of battery, relay should operate.
3. Connect terminal 3 to positive battery for about a second, then ground terminal 3, Fig. 10. Relay should click, then four seconds later, operate again.