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2005 Toyota Land CruiserFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

EFI Main Relay: Inspection

REMOVE RELAY BOX COVER
REMOVE EFI MAIN RELAY (Marking: EFI)

Fig 1: Removing EFI Main Relay
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
INSPECT EFI MAIN RELAY
1. Inspect the relay continuity.
  1. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is a continuity between terminal 1 and 3.
    If there is no continuity, replace the relay.
  2. Check that there is no continuity between terminals 2 and 4.
    If there is a continuity, replace the relay.
    
    Fig 2: Inspecting Relay Continuity
    Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Inspect the relay operation.
  1. Apply battery positive voltage across terminals 1 and 3.
  2. Using an ohmmeter, check that there is a continuity between terminal 2 and 4.
    If there is no continuity, replace the relay.
REINSTALL EFI MAIN RELAY
REINSTALL RELAY BOX COVER

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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.