How To Test and Replace A Starter Relay

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4 жыл бұрын

Today we're going over the steps on how to locate, remove and test the starter relay. Testing the starter is simple and straight forward.
A starter relay is a small electrical device found in the starting circuit of high-current motors. The relay is essentially a remote switch that controls a high-current circuit. In motor vehicles, a starter relay uses the small ignition switch current to close the much heavy-duty starter circuit. It essentially comprises a magnetic core with a wire wound around it. On one end of the core is an armature or plunger that closes contacts to work a switch.
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@cj_sed5775
@cj_sed5775 29 күн бұрын
Can’t thank you enough for taking the time to make these vids, walk viewers through in simple terms how to do all this! Truly a life saver as I try my best to fumble through trying to diagnose and fix my vehicle with only basic knowledge of mechanics 😂 I really appreciate you, Sir!!
@laman8914
@laman8914 Жыл бұрын
I wanted to test my starter relay today and watched a bunch of clips on YT. This one is the best I have seen. Simple, step by step from beginning to end, very methodical. A one time explanation and one time understanding.
@clementkaiman6133
@clementkaiman6133 17 күн бұрын
Thanks for step by step making it simple while others go fast in explaining and we ended up with confused ❤👍
@oscarlarancuent488
@oscarlarancuent488 3 жыл бұрын
congratulations on the fine job you do explaining things.
@lindagolden9892
@lindagolden9892 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your easy to follow and understand video as I’m having just such a problem on my 1996 FourWinds, Class A, motorhome. I’m hoping to learn some basics before a mechanic starts replacing one part after another as I’m a senior citizen female. I believe I’ve an honest mechanic but I feel better having some knowledge of how things work even though I’m not comfortable doing any such repairs. I did opt to pick up (2) new batteries as the deep cycle marine battery was 12 years old and wasn’t charging on a trickle charger. The engine battery was a 5 year battery with only 7 months left on it’s warranty and I don’t want to get stuck somewhere along my travels. So those have been installed but still no turn over. I asked about the possibility of the ignition switch but after he attempted several tries of starting and removing the doghouse cover he next went to the starter relay. Just waiting for part to be ordered in the morning and installed. But before he installs the new part I’ll ask him to test the old one.
@edmundbrosnan707
@edmundbrosnan707 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. Its a great help for me as novice in the Automotive. It enhances my knowledge on this field of industry.
@elieli8368
@elieli8368 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, nice and easy and thorough and complete. I was going to buy a relay for $50 not knowing if it was good or bad. But now I can test it and see if it is good or bad.
@kylewilliams2463
@kylewilliams2463 2 жыл бұрын
You are really good at explaining. Well done.
@roninman4101
@roninman4101 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a million for showing the trim removal! So many other vides show the relay with the trim already removed.
@clusa3721
@clusa3721 2 жыл бұрын
Many, many thanks for your well made video on how to use meters to check electrical parts. I really appreciate that. You went even beyond ... for us to lose the fear of doing something wrong. Many regards from Florida
@joegriggs9562
@joegriggs9562 2 жыл бұрын
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@jacedecker5997
@jacedecker5997 10 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking you’re time on this video
@duckninja9349
@duckninja9349 2 жыл бұрын
Dude - this was a great video. Yes, have the problem you outlined and I feel confident I know how to do the test.
@khiemdo5527
@khiemdo5527 3 жыл бұрын
Very easy to understand. Thanks a lot
@macca462
@macca462 3 жыл бұрын
Great video mate, I do lots of mechanical work, but know very little about electronics, this may prove to be an invaluable piece of info for me. Thank you!
@estegueydijo....
@estegueydijo.... Жыл бұрын
Wow this was so explainable and easy to understand, Thank you.
@pappy9892
@pappy9892 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Going to check started relay on my 1981 BMW R80/GS.
@goodmcmorning5169
@goodmcmorning5169 2 жыл бұрын
10/10 video! Very well done!
@richardgarcia9560
@richardgarcia9560 4 жыл бұрын
I say it all the time you learn something new everyday no matter how old you are good job thank you
@CarsNToys
@CarsNToys 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Appreciate the feedback.!
@doobyboy21
@doobyboy21 2 жыл бұрын
I actually searched for a non-working snowmobile electric starter and got this video ! I actually pulled out nearly the same relay from my sled's electric starter that wasn't working ! I just ordred the relay hopefully it will work and turn over !
@eddym5532
@eddym5532 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent explanation, I learned a lot. Thanks you so much.
@NightWear21
@NightWear21 Жыл бұрын
Good video bro! Saved me time. I used stranded copper speaker wire to wire it to my car battery. Super ghetto but i got it done. Relay is functional, and has continuity when live. I've also tested my motorcycle relay months ago before this video, but it was way more straight forward. the power and ground were obvious, this relay it wasn't. relays good, my starter motor isn't. Need a new one. rofl hardest part was when i realized.. (bulky jumper cables) aren't the best way to put power on it.. haha, so i swapped to speaker wire. worked will, i tied it on and it was functional. Keep up the great work! We appreciate it.
@CarsNToys
@CarsNToys Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Appreciate the feedback
@heatherrhodge2588
@heatherrhodge2588 3 жыл бұрын
With Denso 4 prong relays the copper prongs are the ones that connect to components, or load (terminals 87 & 30)& usually they're a little larger as well, so the ones you connect to power will be the smaller, less coppery colored ones..#s 85&86
@BhupinderSingh-dj1em
@BhupinderSingh-dj1em 3 жыл бұрын
Well done mate good explanation.
@anthonymerc220
@anthonymerc220 2 жыл бұрын
You know how to teach and make a video. Great A+++
@thatdaddyguy2307
@thatdaddyguy2307 Жыл бұрын
Love that you took the time to be detailed and show step by step. Keep up the great videos. Used your channel for multiple things now.
@gracesondomei1423
@gracesondomei1423 4 жыл бұрын
Learn alot thanks for the video
@JusticeAlways
@JusticeAlways Жыл бұрын
Relays usually have markings on top denoting pin functions. A "ww" represents a resistive load - that of the relay's coil. A "NO" is normally open contacts...a "NC" being normally closed. Hope this helps.
@joshkulynych6454
@joshkulynych6454 10 ай бұрын
Good video. Not too long and to the point. 👍
@wolfkeke566
@wolfkeke566 3 жыл бұрын
Great job indeed thanks a lot 🛠
@abuabdoalwaheed9967
@abuabdoalwaheed9967 3 жыл бұрын
I agree with the guys very good video. Thanks alot
@o.c.stiggs5377
@o.c.stiggs5377 4 жыл бұрын
As always, a thorough, very well-organized, very well presented tutorial. I
@willietaylor6469
@willietaylor6469 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information. I will check it out now.
@hyim3104
@hyim3104 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the useful video.
@teju1908
@teju1908 3 жыл бұрын
One word ultimate explanation
@1-1sapper87
@1-1sapper87 4 жыл бұрын
Great video
@O.BeMindful
@O.BeMindful 3 жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO DUDE THANK YOU FOR SHARING, Rock on
@CarsNToys
@CarsNToys 3 жыл бұрын
Rock on!
@cjcoombes8337
@cjcoombes8337 4 жыл бұрын
Nice concise presentation. Thanks.
@CarsNToys
@CarsNToys 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@paulfellner9431
@paulfellner9431 Жыл бұрын
Nice job my friend!
@MasterJENNY.
@MasterJENNY. 2 жыл бұрын
Nice work man 👍🏿😘
@heribertoreynoso711
@heribertoreynoso711 Жыл бұрын
Great job , thank you......way to go
@donellstovell6381
@donellstovell6381 3 жыл бұрын
Great video clear instructions very helpful
@donellstovell6381
@donellstovell6381 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@JustAnotherHappyGuy
@JustAnotherHappyGuy 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the video! I tested the ignition coil and starter relay and both show (sound) continuity but neither click. Could this be because they are both stuck in the closed position?
@PeterFeltersnatch852
@PeterFeltersnatch852 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video thank you!! 👍
@supersmoote
@supersmoote 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man for making a good video 👍 no ramble ... you got right to the point ...I fixed my issue within 10 mins I was back rolling again
@CarsNToys
@CarsNToys 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@Africanrealitynewscom
@Africanrealitynewscom 3 жыл бұрын
Can this affect modern 2017 till date car also?
@frankpavia732
@frankpavia732 2 жыл бұрын
The best video for the problem
@miltonnegron65
@miltonnegron65 10 ай бұрын
Great video !!!
@strong_man.
@strong_man. 2 жыл бұрын
Very informative
@dwrs92026
@dwrs92026 Жыл бұрын
Very useful video. Like!!
@bagguexhammeh8348
@bagguexhammeh8348 2 жыл бұрын
thank you brother
@rentontarona967
@rentontarona967 2 жыл бұрын
Nice tutorial sir...
@jackbalitok3910
@jackbalitok3910 3 жыл бұрын
I get it now, thank you.
@tti4919
@tti4919 3 жыл бұрын
Keeep rocking,,,
@teedee9903
@teedee9903 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent
@QuocNguyen-hu9vl
@QuocNguyen-hu9vl 3 жыл бұрын
Cool, it saved me a fuel pump :))) Thanks a lot.
@AngieMusicArt
@AngieMusicArt 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent!! How do you check using the battery?
@Kyle_Butterfield81
@Kyle_Butterfield81 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@silicontrips
@silicontrips 8 ай бұрын
Thank you.
@venoscorpion5889
@venoscorpion5889 3 жыл бұрын
Thx. Great vid. I was starting to work on my 2010 Sequoia 5.7L and that will take me days. So I found your vid and did what you said. My starter relay is bad. You saved me $200+ and days of labor. Thx. again.
@kimberlykinch5896
@kimberlykinch5896 3 жыл бұрын
Y
@johndough2624
@johndough2624 3 жыл бұрын
What symptoms was it showing ?
@temirtaragay8932
@temirtaragay8932 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@littlebaby1309
@littlebaby1309 Жыл бұрын
smart presentation
@sunmarallah9935
@sunmarallah9935 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks A lot for the info, did it and my mdx started right up. This was Supremely helpful
@darylneri3868
@darylneri3868 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpfull god bless
@Is-ub2gw
@Is-ub2gw Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much...🙏
@CarlosGarcia-ls4hn
@CarlosGarcia-ls4hn 10 ай бұрын
When checking for continuity on the horizontal prongs, as a final test, can you also check them with either a test light or the multi meter set at 12 volts?
@juanrafaeltosado1812
@juanrafaeltosado1812 2 жыл бұрын
👍 GREAT , THANKS, NEED TO BUY THE TOOLS, TRIM REMOVER & 12 VOLTS DEVICE .
@AlvinHanson1708
@AlvinHanson1708 2 жыл бұрын
Cool!
@Glenn_123
@Glenn_123 4 жыл бұрын
Another great job with the video!
@yemchanny9264
@yemchanny9264 8 ай бұрын
Thanks
@strxwberry4766
@strxwberry4766 3 жыл бұрын
That's what I call a PERFECT VIDEO.
@guillaumeboutet5964
@guillaumeboutet5964 2 жыл бұрын
Tank you
@koshnaranek2317
@koshnaranek2317 3 жыл бұрын
Since it is for the starter would it be a solid state relay for high current draw ?
@scottmoola2311
@scottmoola2311 Жыл бұрын
Awesome
@CHUDHUCKER
@CHUDHUCKER 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the help.
@firebossmusic6535
@firebossmusic6535 8 ай бұрын
Nice
@brunoperezsr.7356
@brunoperezsr.7356 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I have a problem with my Honda CRV 2007, 4 cyl. When I started the car looks like my battery is low Volts or my starter is heavy to turn. I change the battery and starter but still doing the same, the motor start but on winter season is more slow to start and some times I run out the battery power. Thanks for you cooperation.
@romellmapp7897
@romellmapp7897 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video ..what is wrong if the engine check light does not come on when ignition is on?
@Ehisus
@Ehisus 4 жыл бұрын
Can a loose wire affect my car relay as it won’t start and when scan not connecting with ECM and anti theft system was displaying on the dash as it all happens when I was trying to fixed my seatbelt and got the airbag wire ripped
@Africanrealitynewscom
@Africanrealitynewscom 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, can this affect also a 2017 vehicle? With a push start button?
@imarsh6952
@imarsh6952 3 жыл бұрын
Life saver man this fixed my problem. I replaced my battery for nothing but at least its new now lol
@funkywhite
@funkywhite 2 жыл бұрын
Overall good video, however, towards the end, you zoomed into the prongs on the relay itself, and you should have zoomed in on the tester to show what will happen to the display when you have them touching the correct ends... what does the LCD do? Overall, good, but that could have really solidified the explanation.
@alexbenjamin6178
@alexbenjamin6178 3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate, understand it very well thanks you
@ProfessorM
@ProfessorM 3 жыл бұрын
and if it is a normally closed relay contact you blow your power supply... or at least the fuse in the ps if it has one.
@xanderwaters83
@xanderwaters83 3 жыл бұрын
I have a situation where my tractor is starting, but the starter stays engaged after i let go of the key. If I turn off the ground (my tractor has a ground disconnect) then the starter disengages. Is there an electrical test I can do to make sure the relay is not at fault?
@adamsmovies79
@adamsmovies79 Жыл бұрын
I just wanna say thank u so much ,,, boom my realay was fucked ,,, wouldn’t av none this if it wasn’t for your brilliant explanation of testing ,,, thank u 🙏 Adam
@CarsNToys
@CarsNToys Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@jamalskp7280
@jamalskp7280 2 жыл бұрын
Thakyou
@rambor1497
@rambor1497 2 жыл бұрын
What if it cranks on a push start but it's not your battery or starter ? Your explanations are nicely detailed btw.
@imrnkxi9554
@imrnkxi9554 2 жыл бұрын
Check the fuel pump/lines, spark plugs and ignition. Cars need combustion to operate and most times you’ll have a clogged fuel pump
@minebusiness82
@minebusiness82 3 жыл бұрын
So at the multitester is it using am which the red color cable insert?
@andufuse640
@andufuse640 3 жыл бұрын
good lesson. i make car fuse and fuse tap .
@Skinnyorangemusic
@Skinnyorangemusic 10 күн бұрын
Ah, a nerd. Thank you very much for this video
@clusa3721
@clusa3721 2 жыл бұрын
When I pulled my toyota corolla starter relay out, I saw something creamy sticked to the contacts of what seemed to be grease? Where that peanut butter could come from? Even the base of the relay has the same things and contacts are almost covered with that. Will I have to purchase the whole box where this relay and fuses live? Can I wash it down with alcohol? Is the sunny Florida also melting the electronic components of our cars, besides al the rest of the plastic components? My car with a 12.7V battery just gives me a "click" but it does not crank or start when I want but much later ...
@HotRod4God72
@HotRod4God72 Ай бұрын
So when this relay goes out is it permanently shot or maybe sometimes works sometimes don't ?😂. My car it's random no start but🤔 I do hear a single click from I think the ignition switch Great video, and much appreciated .🙂
@YAnngo0
@YAnngo0 Жыл бұрын
This shows when it is working, but if it is going bad, the relay would be giving continuity but be jumping in ohms up and down correct? Therefore in need to be replaced
@amwalonline
@amwalonline 4 жыл бұрын
Does this test help when a starter motor is just spinning continuously? Even when key 🔑 is out of the ignition I have Mercedes Benz b class cdi 180 2010, Manuell, diesel.
@CarsNToys
@CarsNToys 4 жыл бұрын
I'm afraid not. This is simply if the starter is not cranking.
@natureandrandomstuff
@natureandrandomstuff Жыл бұрын
I have a 1996 dodge ram. And it starts most of the time, but there's sometimes that won't do anything. We got a switch adapted to it that would get it started. Any idea what it can be. Thanks.
@elnino1240
@elnino1240 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!!! Can you write the tools you use in this video?? Please!! Thank you for this video!!
@danhitt167
@danhitt167 Жыл бұрын
He listed most of the tools in the video description but not the battery pack ( as of 2022-09-15).
@LicoInvestments
@LicoInvestments Жыл бұрын
do i have to disconnect the battery to remove the starter relay? is it required?
@danbeuscher9679
@danbeuscher9679 3 жыл бұрын
Most switches will also have a small diagram on them to show what you need to know.
@ridehead8771
@ridehead8771 2 жыл бұрын
Hi will a relay fault throw a warning light on the dash?
@sergioquintanilla6683
@sergioquintanilla6683 3 жыл бұрын
Hi ik this is a old video but can anyone help me out on checking why my toyota tundra 2008 is not turning on like it turns on AFTER u put only the red wire to give it a jump start after that it runs great and no problems but when u turn it off it those not start back up
@christinaabundiz1888
@christinaabundiz1888 3 жыл бұрын
Will it crank sometimes ?
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