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Solenoid Relay

  1. Remove solenoid relay (control relay). See Figure and Figure through Figure . Using a DVOM, check continuity between specified terminals. Continuity should exist between relay terminals No. 1 and 9. Continuity should not exist between relay terminals No. 2 and 5.
  2. Using an ohmmeter capable of testing diodes, check for continuity between terminals No. 4 and 5. Transpose ohmmeter leads. Again check for continuity. If continuity exists for only one measurement, solenoid diode is okay. Go to next step. If continuity exists for both measurements, solenoid diode is shorted. Replace solenoid relay.
  3. Connect fused jumper wire between positive battery terminal and relay terminal No. 1. Connect another jumper wire between negative battery terminal and relay terminal No. 9. See Figure through Figure . Continuity should exist between relay terminals No. 2 and 5. Continuity should not exist between relay terminals No. 2 and 6. If continuity is not as specified, replace solenoid relay.