Main Relay: Inspection

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Remove cover from main fuse block.
Place a finger on main relay.
Verify that relay clicks when ignition switch is turned ON.

Fig 1: Illustrating Relay Operation & Terminals
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Verify that main relay clicks when ignition switch is turned ON and OFF.
Apply battery voltage (B+) to terminal 85 and ground terminal 86 of the relay.
Check continuity of relay as shown in figure.

Fig 2: Testing Relay Continuity
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If not as specified, replace main relay.
Turn ignition switch OFF.
Replace the cover on main fuse block.