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Power Relay Test: Notes

Special Tools Required 

Relay Puller 07AAC-000A2A1 or 07AAC-000A1A0

Use this chart to identify the type of relay, then do the test listed for it.

NOTE: For the turn signal/hazard relay 1 input test (see TURN SIGNAL/HAZARD RELAY 1 INPUT TEST ).
RELAY TEST REFERENCE CHART

Relay Test
A/C compressor clutch relay(1) Normally-open type
Accessory power socket relay(1)
A/F sensor relay(1)
Blower motor relay(1)
Control motor relay (HVAC)
Fog lights relay(1)
Fuel fill door open relay(1)
Headlight washer relay(1) (Canada models)
Ignition coil relay(1)
PGM-FI main relay 1, 2(1)
Radiator fan control (RFC) unit relay
Rear seat heater relay (Canada models)(1)
Rear window defogger relay(1)
Starter cut relay 1, 2
Seat heater relay(1)
SH-AWD relay(1)
ETCS control module relay(1)
Windshield wiper motor relay(1)
Daytime running lights relay(1) (Canada models) Five-terminal type
ACC cut relay(1)
IG2 cut relay(1)
Adaptive cruise control (ACC) relay(1)
Turn signal/hazard relay 2 (sounder) Turn signal/hazard relay 2
(1) Carefully remove the relay from the fuse/relay box using the relay puller. Do not use pliers. Pliers will damage the relay.
Fig 1: Removing Relay From Fuse/Relay Box
G07354856Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.