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1990 Eagle Premier ES
Starter Relay Test
1990 Eagle Premier ESSECTION Starter Relay Test
- Do not disconnect starter relay connector. Backprobe starter relay connector. Connect a voltmeter between starter relay terminal No. 2 (White wire) and ground. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Turn ignition switch to the START position. Voltmeter should read battery voltage. If voltmeter does not read battery voltage, repair open circuit from ignition switch.
- Connect voltmeter between terminals No. 1 (Yellow wire) and No. 5 (Yellow wire). Turn ignition switch to the START position. Voltmeter should read zero volts. If voltmeter does not read zero volts, repair ground circuit.
- Connect voltmeter between terminal No. 4 (Brown wire) and ground. Turn ignition switch to START position. Voltmeter should read battery voltage. If voltmeter does not read battery voltage, replace starter relay.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.