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Relays Acura TL III

Body Electrical 2 illustrations ~152 words

Power Relay Test

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

Note. For the turn signal/hazard relay input test (see TURN SIGNAL/HAZARD RELAY INPUT TEST ).

RelayTest
A/C compressor clutch relayNormally-open type
Accessory power socket relay
Blower motor relay
A/C condenser fan relay
Ignition coil relay
Air fuel ratio sensor relay
PGM-FI main relay 1, 2
Power window relay
Radiator fan relay
Rear window defogger relay
Starter cut relay
Seat heater relay
Throttle actuator control module relay
Fog lights/Daytime running lights relay
Shift lock relayFive-terminal type
Fan control relay

POWER RELAY TEST

Normally-open type

Check for continuity between the terminals.

Scheme 62

Scheme 62: Normally-open type
  1. There should be continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals when power and ground are connected to the No. 3 and No. 4 terminals.
  2. There should be no continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals when power is disconnected.

Five-terminal type B

Check for continuity between the terminals.

Scheme 63

Scheme 63: Five-terminal type B
  1. There should be continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals when power and ground are connected to the No. 3 and No. 5 terminals.
  2. There should be continuity between the No. 1 and No. 4 terminals when power is disconnected.