Repair Procedures: Inspection

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Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the fuse box cover.
Remove the starter relay (A).

Fig 1: Locating Starter Relay
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Check for continuity between the terminals (30 and 87) using an ohmmeter.

Terminal	Resistance	Measure
30 - 87	1MΩ or higher	If there is continuity between the terminals, replace the relay.

Fig 2: Checking For Continuity Between Terminals (30 And 87) Using Ohmmeter

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Apply 12V to the terminal 85 and ground to the terminal 86 and then check for continuity between the terminals (30 and 87).

Terminal	Resistance	Measure
30 - 87	1Ω or less	If there is no continuity between the terminals, replace the relay.

Fig 3: Checking For Continuity Between Terminals (30 And 87)

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