how can i check a starter relay with a volt ohm meter

Asked by TD29673 Oct 02, 2012 at 05:55 PM about the 1996 Dodge RAM 1500 LT LB 4WD

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I need to check with a volt ohm meter, to see if the starter relay is good or not??? How can I do this with a meter.

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aztec626bf answered 11 years ago

Chances are if the relay is bad its the contacts and not the coil. Best way to check is to energize coil and see if you get voltage on the output side of relay.

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