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Main Relay Inspection

  1. Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
  2. Remove main relay (1) from its connector.
    Fig 1: Removing Main Relay From Main Relay Connector
    G04097770Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  3. Check resistance between each two terminals. If check results are as specified, proceed to next operation check. If not, replace main relay.

    Main relay resistance 

    Between terminals "A" and "B": (Infinity) 

    Between terminals "C" and "D": 160-240 ohm (at 20°C (68°F)) 

    Fig 2: Checking Resistance Between Two Terminals
    G04097771Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  4. Check that there is continuity between terminals "A" and "B" when battery is connected to terminals "C" and "D".

    If malfunction is found, replace main relay.

    Fig 3: Checking Continuity Between Terminals
    G04097772Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.