A/C Compressor Clutch Relay: MR2

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION MR2
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  1. Remove A/C compressor clutch relay from relay box on firewall at driver's side front corner of engine compartment. See Figure.
  2. To test A/C compressor clutch relay continuity, using ohmmeter, check for continuity and no continuity between specified terminals on A/C compressor clutch relay. See Fig 1.
  3. To test A/C compressor clutch relay operation, apply battery voltage and ground to A/C compressor clutch relay. Using ohmmeter, check for continuity between specified terminals on A/C compressor clutch relay. See Fig 1. Replace A/C compressor clutch relay if defective.
    Fig 1: Testing A/C Compressor Clutch Relay (MR2) Or A/F Heater Relay (RAV4)
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