Component Testing: Notes

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Notes
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Relay Test

  1. Test between the normally-closed switch terminals, if any, for 0 ohms.
  2. Test between the normally-open switch terminals for infinite ohms.
  3. Test between each switch terminal and either coil terminal for infinite ohms.
  4. Connect the relay coil terminals to ground and fused power to energize the relay.
  5. Test between each switch terminal and each coil terminal for 0 volts.
  6. Test between the normally-closed switch terminals, if any, for infinite ohms.
  7. Test between the normally-open switch terminals for 0 ohms.
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