Component Testing: Resistor

1984 Plymouth Colt E, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 ASECTION Resistor
  1. Disconnect electrical connector from resistor. Measure resistance across terminals 1 and 2 and 1 and 3. If resistance is about 6 ohms, resistor is good.
  2. If resistance measures 0 or infinity, resistor has short circuit or open circuit. Replace resistor.
Fig 1: EFI Control Relay Terminal Positions
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