How to Diagnose a Failed Relay In Your Car, Truck or SUV

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  • @1AAuto
    @1AAuto  4 года назад +40

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    • @kevinsimmons2144
      @kevinsimmons2144 3 года назад +6

      Lmklll

    • @kaptainkmann7808
      @kaptainkmann7808 3 года назад

      Is it possible for a relay for your turn signals and hazards to fail on three of the lights but still work on one. my passenger front works but it's the only one on both signal and haz. lights. 2004 GMC Canyon. scratching my head on this one any help would be great. frustration has set in LOL

    • @siouxzee59
      @siouxzee59 3 года назад +1

      My starter was bad but the mechanic replaced a switch commutateur interrupter, now my passenger side turn signal hyperflashes on the front, I have no turn signal on the rear. You can feel it in the relay switch located in my fuse box next to my dash. My starter was replaced, but why did they install a commutateur interrupter switch? And, why does the relay switch that they installed cause the hyperflash? Now, they tell me that they can install another switch that will cause the relay switch to stop the hyperflash. Personally, I think it's BS, why keep adding more switches?

    • @abab201
      @abab201 2 года назад

      @@siouxzee59 lot of auto mechanics who are only in business to lie and cheat the customer; not all but the overwhelming majority

    • @abab201
      @abab201 2 года назад +1

      @@siouxzee59 thank goodness for channels like 1AAuto and Scotty Kilmer who are out to help, not hurt

  • @S92Chicken
    @S92Chicken 4 года назад +146

    This is hands down one of the most informative channels for automotive!

    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  4 года назад +5

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    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  4 года назад +6

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    • @mr.orim0782
      @mr.orim0782 2 года назад +3

      4 real

    • @RicardoRodriguez-xm5yz
      @RicardoRodriguez-xm5yz 2 года назад +4

      And they have almost all vehicles too💯

    • @Airmarty23
      @Airmarty23 2 года назад

      Facts ❤

  • @buddyholly5246
    @buddyholly5246 2 года назад +26

    Without this channel my truck would live at the auto mechanic shop. That’s not including the thousands I would spend. Absolutely love this channel

  • @SrnDpT-ti1xs
    @SrnDpT-ti1xs 3 года назад +43

    LOVE the thorough explanation for how it works!!! Common sense explanations and down to earth testing for amateurs without expensive toys. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT

  • @pyrokamileon
    @pyrokamileon 3 года назад +10

    thank you very much for making this video! I tried reading a write up explaining how relays work and I wasn't grasping everything very well. but now that I have seen this video it all makes a lot more sense to me, it may be just that it's one of those things that you have to see in motion to understand better.. thanks again! 😀

  • @lylachristopherson865
    @lylachristopherson865 2 года назад +3

    LOL. BEST DESCRIPTION, EVER!! Thank you. Also, I loved the "Honk Animation". I watched it five times. You made little animated sound waves, and the relay actuator closed! Brilliant!

  • @WalkOverHotCoal
    @WalkOverHotCoal Год назад +5

    Thank you for your video. That would have to be one of the best for a novice like myself. Now I can diagnose electrical faults with more confidence. Great job sir.

  • @janeene24
    @janeene24 3 года назад +7

    RUclips has saved me so much money on car repairs! 🙌🏾

  • @Mr.C.Cloud9
    @Mr.C.Cloud9 3 года назад +2

    Best auto repair video ever. Stumbled upon this trying to figure out why my Ford Focus high beams aren’t working but I hear a click! ✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️

    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  3 года назад

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  • @CoolHandLuke778
    @CoolHandLuke778 2 года назад

    I knew their had to be a way to test those. The Chevrolet dealership and stupid autozone said they can't test them! BS! Thank you! You saved me 50 bucks! My issue is my more expensive radiator fans..... but that 50 will go towards them. Thank you again.

  • @mymusic3354
    @mymusic3354 8 месяцев назад

    A relay tester.....This is the first video I've seen to bring this tool up into the discussion! Also very good explanation of how a relay works. A helpful and informative video! 👍

  • @TheMotorPsych
    @TheMotorPsych 2 года назад +7

    Very well explained different methods of testing relays; really liked how you took the time to explain the workings too. Great for amateurs like me.Thanks!

  • @TENCUHTLI
    @TENCUHTLI 4 года назад +27

    I really love the horn animation, that’s Disney level of creativity!

  • @bengiarraputo9357
    @bengiarraputo9357 Год назад +1

    Thank you, great video. You are very smart, I could never do that, very clear, and calming voice. Well spoken .

  • @rigobertochavezjr2026
    @rigobertochavezjr2026 2 года назад

    Great vid my gmc sierra 2000 tries to turn on ... But it can't catch ... We changed the fuel pump ... What else could it be ? I'm guessing the relay? It's on old truck but still runs good when it runs

  • @gorilladogmotherturtlebum769
    @gorilladogmotherturtlebum769 Год назад

    Hello I have a Mitsubishi Outlander 2017 and both headlights turned off the same time, fuses are fine my high beams, blinkers, Park lights all work I tried taking out the relay and I couldn't get it off I used a spanner and cracked the top, are some relays not supposed to come out, I'd appreciate your advice. You're channel is excellent and female friendly thank you

  • @SCESW
    @SCESW 2 года назад +1

    Thank You so much for this video.
    It helped me sort out something that had been driving me crazy.
    Did not realize that inserting it backwards will 'randomly' break stuff.

  • @barryalan4069
    @barryalan4069 5 месяцев назад

    Your display was very clear to me, and the instructions were to the point. Great Job. Thank You.

  • @FamaxFatusha
    @FamaxFatusha 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you iam basing on vehicle electrical issues iam still learning in my school,can you please link me to where I can get your full technics in various parts of auto wiring.

  • @jeffreydaley3730
    @jeffreydaley3730 4 года назад +11

    Excellent video & detail. Like the fact you demoed other methods of testing. Thanks.

  • @jembo1959
    @jembo1959 Год назад

    That has to be the best and so well explained video on how a relay can be either bad or good. Thanks so much for your great explanation. Top class.

  • @ARM_DM
    @ARM_DM 4 года назад +4

    Really good video. Both of my headlights went out. First thing I noticed was some corrosion on the battery clamps which I got rid of, and I made sure the fuses worked. I will be checking the relay after this. God I hope it's the relay, I do not want to deal with wiring harness. Also, do you think that a bad, maybe worn out battery clamp can cause the headlights to not turn on, even after car stars and all the other light work?

  • @alewis6451
    @alewis6451 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for explaining , showing, and testing the relay.

  • @annam3598
    @annam3598 2 года назад +2

    The diagram made easy to understand how a relay works. Thank you!

  • @PeterMojhar-wr7nd
    @PeterMojhar-wr7nd Год назад +6

    What if your High beam not working?

  • @Databyter
    @Databyter 2 года назад

    Great thanks. I'm curious about how they came up with those off the wall circuit numbers, but that is a riddle for another day.

  • @ruthspillman546
    @ruthspillman546 3 года назад

    Great info!!! I have a failure started w my drivers side door locks. Finally took entire down to nothing. So now I shall go out to check fuses and relays before I call anyone. Tks!!!

  • @1998gst4611
    @1998gst4611 8 месяцев назад

    I like that relay tester that you use that tells you if the relay is good or bad. Where do i buy that relay test tool?

  • @xxghostreapsxx6969
    @xxghostreapsxx6969 2 года назад

    What should I do if I have multiple relays that are good but still don't work it's on a 94 ranger if that helps I've tried everything and this was an awesome vid by the way👍👍

  • @kellyhatcher8802
    @kellyhatcher8802 2 года назад

    hell yeah you helped me solve a gremlin in my headlights that ford dealership couldnt figure out.

  • @Mechanicsville804
    @Mechanicsville804 2 года назад

    Best video on relays I’ve ever seen 👍

  • @LibertyFromLead
    @LibertyFromLead 5 месяцев назад

    My '12 Camry battery light will come on when I start it but goes off after running/driving 15 minutes +/-. Also it only happens on first start of the day. And sometimes it doesn't even come on for up to four days straight. Thankfully it always starts and doesn't die. So far. I had it tested at Oreillys for battery and alternator and said both passed. Any advice on what could be my issue? Thanks in advance.

  • @bassdogg8551
    @bassdogg8551 3 года назад +1

    You made so simple to understand dude. Thanks so much.

  • @1Azrattler4
    @1Azrattler4 3 года назад +2

    Your explanation on relays was awesome.

  • @veronicastewart1959
    @veronicastewart1959 2 года назад +1

    Where do you get the relay test box and the other part , are do they come together in a kit ? Are maybe the name of it I looked for a picture on y'all website but didn't see . Your video is great especially the way you explain and break it down . You definitely would make a great teacher in some High school or Technical school . Thank, you for sharing and teaching some tricks of the tread.

  • @Kyn-Lee
    @Kyn-Lee Год назад

    Before taking out the relay or any fuse do you have to disconnect the negative connector from your battery?

  • @7gooo
    @7gooo 4 года назад +2

    Very Very Useful methods shown in this video >> Big thumb up for Andy & 1A Auto team

    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  4 года назад +1

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  • @chrishaan5766
    @chrishaan5766 3 года назад

    WOW!
    An explanation that I will remember
    Don’t you hate it when people make
    “HOW TO VIDEOS”
    And they don’t know how!!

  • @jat-justamaturetech-philpj8285

    I'm getting a p1282 code on odometer read out. Do you think it could be due to me pulling the fuel relay out and using a jumper to do a fuel pressure test? I replaced my fuel pressure regulator and did a pressure test. All's good, no engine light or codes. How to reset?? ✌️

  • @righteousman8488
    @righteousman8488 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the lesson

  • @heroknaderi
    @heroknaderi 3 года назад +1

    Very helpful how much is a Relay tester

  • @Klikklikboom0911
    @Klikklikboom0911 7 месяцев назад +1

    What’s the issue if the relay is good but no power to the terminal that the relay plugs into??

  • @wagohowardmusic
    @wagohowardmusic 8 месяцев назад

    From the videos, I watched if you’re working on your ECM make sure your keys not in the ignition as it would start the car and you don’t want it to be and drive 7:00

  • @justwelltariang2456
    @justwelltariang2456 10 месяцев назад

    Exceptional explanation ,the way you explain is very cool and easy to understand.thanks.

  • @modern-daygypsy5601
    @modern-daygypsy5601 2 года назад

    Hi sir my car wiper is working only on high speed but not on other speed levels... However the spray works fine... Is it a fuse or relay problem?

  • @adamgerald849
    @adamgerald849 6 месяцев назад

    Here's some advice for fixing this for free. Yeah they're cheap but you may get stranded and need to fix it.
    I had a ranger that sometimes wouldn't start. Everyone kept telling me it was a bad fuel pump. It worked fine on a cold start, but if I turned it off after it warmed up, and tried to start it back, the fuel pump wouldnt come on. I managed to find out that when the engine bay warmed up, the relay wasn't engaging. I did this by swapping the relay with something else and trying it. I then, being completely broke, cut open the top of my relay and saw one of the contacts near the coil of copper wire (electro magnet) was bent slightly away from the coil. I pushed it back straight, and taped up the relay housing good to keep dirt out of it, and bam. worked like a charm for the entire rest of the time I owned that truck and it cost me nothing. and if I'd listen to everyone else I'd have wasted time and money on replacing the fuel pump. The reason I didn't think it was the pump is because it was intermittent and only when the car had warmed up, and it never acted up while driving, only if I shut it off then tried to start it again.
    Long story but I'm telling it so people know a relay can be intermittent. If you're not sure what to do, mark it with a sharpie (so you know which one is the original) and swap it with another relay and see if the problem follows or not.

  • @Zerocool07
    @Zerocool07 28 дней назад

    relay clicks but the probes that i powered and tested with clicking are parallel to it. meaning they are on the positive and negative side of the wiring on thr socket of my relay. which when tested from the switch lights up when supplied directly with a + line. is it safe to say that the relay i bought is already shorted or faulty??

  • @hasaanmahdi9295
    @hasaanmahdi9295 2 года назад

    Can I bring a separate wire as aground from the battery to the 85 spot because I think the ground is weak as Im changing the relay and the AC IS not working? Thanks

  • @TyroneMaye
    @TyroneMaye Год назад

    Great video explaining how to test relay ...may i please get the link info to order the type relay tester you used here in the video ?

  • @ronnaso9926
    @ronnaso9926 2 года назад

    What fuse controls the radio, power outlet on 2005 Pacifica

  • @Omarksa1900
    @Omarksa1900 10 месяцев назад

    Key is it (on )position? Or off when u do testing relay ???

  • @crsrdash-840b5
    @crsrdash-840b5 2 года назад

    This is going to my learning about cars folder.

  • @steventilley133
    @steventilley133 Год назад

    I have a 95 Chevy Tahoe 4_4 and something is making all my fuses under the hood ground,i have a test light hooked to the positive battery post and the test light to the main wire going to the fuse box, with the ground battery post on all the fuses inside the box show ground on both sides of fuses and even if i pull the relays still ground, would you think it may be in my fuse box it's self,ty

  • @KbKdBontia
    @KbKdBontia 7 месяцев назад

    Good day sir, can i ask about the battery saver relay location of 2001 ford explorer sport trac? I watch some videos ang i did actually found the relays under the steering wheel but i don't know where exactly the battery saver relay.
    Because the battery always drained. Thank you

  • @pdnwaor
    @pdnwaor 3 года назад +1

    Excellent. Very details on hand on example on how circuit works on relay. Thanks.

  • @harvrindrsingh
    @harvrindrsingh 4 года назад +1

    Hi from Dubai. Thanks again for great information video

    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  4 года назад

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  • @jimmymaupin4762
    @jimmymaupin4762 2 месяца назад

    Where can I purchase a couple relays best cheapest place

  • @billygraham5589
    @billygraham5589 2 года назад

    I have to test for a bad relay that controls an O2 sensor heater element (which gives me a “check engine” light) on a 2001 Toyota Echo. Where can I access one of those nifty relay testers? (The red one in the video that accepts several types and gives a green light if the relay is good or a red light if bad.) AutoZone? Do they rent them out?

  • @chuckc3665
    @chuckc3665 Год назад

    can you make a video on 2012 nissan sentra fuel injector replacement thank you in advance

  • @billylun9634
    @billylun9634 11 месяцев назад

    Very informative. Appreciate your time and dedication .🙏

  • @adassociates8235
    @adassociates8235 3 года назад

    Great informative video, we had a 2020 Ford Transit Cargo 250 with a cigarette lighter socket blow, owner manual did not have any information of fuse location in it fuse boxes, we took to 2 different Ford Dealer, none of them figured it out, call 3 out of state Ford dealer to get help with no result , call Ford direct, they did not have that fuse location either ( just amazing how a lousy it is) Ford said take to dealership, but we already did , they couldn't locate the fuse to replace.
    At this point, we are look around to find a solution, any troubleshooting techniques that you can think of to track to that blow fuse that control the cigarette lighter?
    Many thanks in advance 🙏

  • @captango
    @captango Год назад

    I'm watching this because I need to find out why when removing the pre heat glow plug relay , there is no power going to the four pins in the actual plug of the main loom that power the glow plugs.
    Any idea how to check these. 🇬🇧

  • @andrewbaker6615
    @andrewbaker6615 3 года назад +1

    Nice and easy teaching even I can understand the video.

  • @kaaraa-mardha1977
    @kaaraa-mardha1977 Год назад

    You're knowledgeable and experienced,

    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  Год назад

      +Abdullahi Abdullahi Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

  • @vincentlambert2911
    @vincentlambert2911 Год назад

    How do I purchase one of those relay testers.😮

  • @OscarReyes-v2y
    @OscarReyes-v2y 11 месяцев назад

    Good explanation Mr how to test a relay

  • @dlwoods1970
    @dlwoods1970 3 года назад

    2004 Escalade I need serious help with quick. The vehicle cranks and runs great but I have a large parasitic draw. I Purchased a volt meter and It showed a 193 mA draw. 108 mA is coming from the 40A IGN A fuse. That is the actual ignition switch. I replaced the switch and it didn’t help at all. mA is the same. Any idea what else could be associated with this fuse and why I’m still getting that 108 mA draw? Also my EVAC/ECAS 10A fuse is pulling 85 mA. When I pull both it gets my parasitic draw to 25 mA which is normal. Your expertise would be very much appreciated! So frustrated!!!!

  • @pnweezy
    @pnweezy 2 года назад +1

    Very thorough and different ways testing the relay. Thank you 1A auto

  • @Zerocool07
    @Zerocool07 28 дней назад

    i did a check on my foglight relay and i have chamged my relay last year and foglights turned on again. now the fog lamps started to light up a little delayed. switch turns on . but foglights would not turn on as it should. then it already stop functioning. so i bought another relay but seems broken still. i tried putting a positive line on the socket switch on neg. black wire and it turn on with switch. but without the direct postive line coming from the batery the fog lights wouldnt turn on. i got a 4pin relay same as the specs required but still got blind. tried doin the relay itself to check powering it up with positive and it clicks.

  • @scottt89
    @scottt89 2 года назад

    I have 2 wiper relays on my 2000 mustang. both are good. but, the wipers don't work. fuses are good, replaced multifunction switch still nothing. bad gem module? power seats, windows, chimes, interior lights work

  • @tittocruz8297
    @tittocruz8297 3 года назад

    I touch the fuse box to test the wiring,...on one relay location, pin 85 the light tester turns on while the other relay same type, pin 85 is off. Which one is correct?

  • @xChromerSatanasx
    @xChromerSatanasx Год назад +2

    lol i like the horn drawing simulator

  • @thesetruths1404
    @thesetruths1404 Год назад

    This works sometimes: bang on relay. I had a horn relay that would not work. So I disconnected battery. Tugged, poked, whacked and shook relay. Would not come out. Read it had to be replaced with whole relay tray, or cut out. Hooked up battery to call it a night and presto it worked. I guess it was just stuck with a little corrosion. If does it again I'll drill 3 tiny holes in the top and spray silicone spray into relay to possibly fix corrosion issue for long time.

  • @RonnieYoung-zx8wu
    @RonnieYoung-zx8wu 11 месяцев назад

    2013 f150 does the light switch have a relay

  • @ptyptypty3
    @ptyptypty3 3 года назад +1

    as usual... you videos are the BEST on the Internet!!! thank you!! :)

  • @kazibweivan9051
    @kazibweivan9051 2 года назад

    Excellent video bro thanks a lot I have learnt it today and I hope am gonna work on my Van

  • @davidhenson2061
    @davidhenson2061 4 года назад +1

    Got a question I have an 01 Ford Ranger I replaced the blower motor relay it over heated I replaced the blower motor and the resistor and it still over heats. If I run it on a lower speed it lasts longer but in the end it still over heats what could be causing this?

    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  4 года назад

      +david henson We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

    • @chuckvance5541
      @chuckvance5541 3 года назад

      Check your connection to blower motor
      Pig tail over heat

  • @BigSnakey2
    @BigSnakey2 2 года назад

    My car is having trouble holding a charge/starting... i checked my battery voltage with my OBD2 and its at 13.6V while running (the battery is also very new) but for some reason the car will randomly not start (the dash lights will light up though)... then after a few attempts of starting my headlights will come on (completely on their own) and will not turn off until i jump-start the car. could this be because a relay failed? or is it likely a headlight circuitry issue?

  • @peteschurz2137
    @peteschurz2137 2 года назад

    I have a 1994 mustang 3.8 the car when I turn it off the battery light comes on and gas gauge elevates, when the car is running no issues, I have been pulling the battery cables off when car is parked as to not drain the battery. I feel as if it's a ground somewhere but unable to locate it. Now watching the video could it be a fuse?

  • @TruthBot1984
    @TruthBot1984 25 дней назад

    Great video 👍

  • @mavs9119
    @mavs9119 4 года назад +1

    So every relay that doesnt work clicks or just the horn relay?

  • @lmuhlstadt
    @lmuhlstadt 22 дня назад

    Great Explanation

  • @projectponderer
    @projectponderer 3 года назад

    I have the Lisle 69300 kit. Do they make another kit to test relays for a 1989 toyota truck?

  • @windycityben4850
    @windycityben4850 2 года назад +1

    That was a really great explanation.

  • @davidpotts3844
    @davidpotts3844 Год назад

    I have a 2006 Ranger 4x4 cigarette lighter and phone charger doesn't work also stock stereo does work but will not change channels. fuses are good. what is the problem?

  • @CalebColeKnows
    @CalebColeKnows Год назад

    does this effect brake lights?

  • @marniehornsby8810
    @marniehornsby8810 Год назад

    I am looking for a video to change a wiper delay modular on a 2005 Chevy malibu maxx lt

  • @MR..181
    @MR..181 2 года назад

    Shall look for compressor starter relay on my refridgera
    Tor

  • @edardon16
    @edardon16 3 года назад

    Is there a possibility that the relay is good but the contacts on the base of the relay can be the problem? I have a dodge durango 07 no crank I put a new starter but nothing, any advice ?

  • @natekarch1776
    @natekarch1776 2 месяца назад

    Well great. Now I want to buy those testers.

  • @SuperLorenzogarcia
    @SuperLorenzogarcia Год назад

    Thanks for the info and all the great videos!

  • @fieldsofomagh
    @fieldsofomagh 4 года назад +1

    Very inclusive video of all the methods needed to diagnose a faulty relay.

  • @ssn7870
    @ssn7870 4 месяца назад

    Well explied sir..
    Thank you very much.

  • @sayjaywhatitdo5302
    @sayjaywhatitdo5302 2 года назад

    What would it mean if half of fuse box is working the other half is not on my camero 1989. Thanks

  • @jaimejay6056
    @jaimejay6056 11 месяцев назад +1

    What if the relay is warm to the touch?

  • @angelc7984
    @angelc7984 3 года назад

    My fog lights are giving me problems, there not coming on, so if bypass the circuit by putting a wire on the circuit and the lights come on what does that tell me? If the lights come on would I be able to use the switch to turn on and off with the wire on the circuit?

  • @diyforlearning169
    @diyforlearning169 3 месяца назад

    Excellent explanation!!!

  • @2002erli
    @2002erli 3 года назад

    This is a KICK-ASS Video- Thank you!

    • @1AAuto
      @1AAuto  3 года назад

      +Erli Bittencourt Thanks for watching!

  • @hitzoneproductions7858
    @hitzoneproductions7858 3 года назад

    Does the key need to be in the 1 or 2 position to do these tests? Or, can the key be out? Ty

  • @keithh3767
    @keithh3767 2 года назад

    what size of fuse in the jumPer wire?