Power Relay Test: Notes

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Notes
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Use this chart to identify the type of relay, then do the test listed for it.

NOTE: For the turn signal/hazard relay input test (see TURN SIGNAL/HAZARD RELAY INPUT TEST ).
RELAY POWER TEST

Relay Test
Accessory power socket relay Normally-open type A
A/C compressor clutch relay
A/C condenser fan relay
A/F (air fuel ratio) sensor relay
Dimmer relay
Fog light relay
Headlight relay 1
Headlight relay 2
High beam cut relay (Canada)
Horn relay
Ignition coil relay
PGM-FI main relay 1
PGM-FI main relay 2
Power window relay
Radiator fan relay
Reverse relay
Rear accessory power socket relay
Rear stereo amplifier relay ('03 model)
Seat heater relay
Starter cut relay
Taillight relay
Throttle actuator control module relay
VTM-4 relay
Blower motor relay Normally-open type B
Rear blower motor relay
Rear window defogger relay
Automatic wiper relay Five-terminal type
Fan control relay
Intermittent wiper relay
Key interlock relay ('05-06 models)
Moonroof open relay
Moonroof close relay
Shift lock relay
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