Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
One-Touch Down Relay
Remove one-touch down relay (located in relay module, on left side of glove box). Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between relay terminals No. 1 and 2. See Fig 1. Continuity should always exist. Check continuity between relay terminals No. 3 and 4. Continuity should exist. Apply battery voltage and ground between relay terminals No. 1 and 2. Continuity should now exist between relay terminals No. 3 and 5. Replace relay if it does not test as specified. See Fig 1.
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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.
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