2004 Toyota RAV4 Base, AWD, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Ignition Relay (No. 2): Inspection

  1. REMOVE IGNITION RELAY (Marking: IG2) 
    Fig 1: Removing Ignition Relay (IG2)
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  2. INSPECT IGNITION RELAY 
    1. Check the resistance of the IG relay.
      Fig 2: Checking Resistance Of IG Relay
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      Standard: 

      IG RELAY CONNECTOR TERMINALS SPECIFIED CONDITION

      Tester Condition Specified Condition
      3 - 5 10 kΩ or higher
      3 - 5 Below 1 Ω (when battery voltage is applied to terminals 1 and 2)

      If the result is not as specified, replace the relay.

  3. REINSTALL IGNITION RELAY 
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