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Power Distribution Relay: Testing and Inspection




Power Relay Test

Special Tools Required

- Relay Puller 07AAC-000A1A0 or 07AAC-000A2A1
- Relay Socket Extension (4 Pin) 07AGK-000A1A0
- Relay Socket Extension (5 Pin) 07AGK-000A2A0

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





*: Use the relay puller to carefully remove the relay from the relay box. Do not use pliers. Pliers will damage the relay.






Normally-Open Four-Terminal Type

Check for continuity between the terminals:

- There should be continuity between terminals No. 1 and No. 2 when battery power is connected to terminal No. 3, and body ground is connected to terminal No. 4.
- There should be no continuity between terminals No. 1 and No. 2 when power is disconnected.










Five-Terminal Type

Check for continuity between the terminals:

- There should be continuity between terminals No. 1 and No. 2 when battery power is connected to terminal No. 3, and body ground is connected to terminal No. 5.
- There should be continuity between terminals No. 1 and No. 4 when power is disconnected.