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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 43244 Relay Puller Pliers

Removal Procedure - Relay within an Electrical Centre

  1. Remove the electrical centre cover.
  2. Locate the relay. Refer to Electrical Center Identification Views to locate the electrical centre where the relay exists.
  3. Important: 

       • Always note the orientation of the relay.
       • Ensure that the electrical centre is secure, as not to put added stress on the wires or terminals.


    Object Number: 786629  Size: LH
  4. Using the J 43244  (1) position the tool on opposing corners of the relay (2).
  5. Notice: Use J43244 to pull the relay straight out from the electrical center terminals. The use of pliers or a flat bladed tool could damage the electrical center.

  6. Remove the relay (2) from the electrical centre.

Removal Procedure - Relay Attached to a Wire Harness


    Object Number: 791846  Size: SH
  1. Locate the relay. Refer to the Master Electrical Component Listto locate the relay in the vehicle.
  2. Remove any fasteners which hold the relay in place.
  3. Remove any connector position assurance (CPA) devices or secondary locks.
  4. Important: Use care when removing a relay in a wiring harness when the relay is secured by fasteners or tape.

  5. Separate the relay (1) from the wire harness connector (2).

Installation Procedure - Relay Attached to a Wire Harness


    Object Number: 791846  Size: SH
  1. Connect the relay (1) to the wire harness connector (2).
  2. Install any connector position assurance (CPA) devices or secondary locks.
  3. Install the relay using any fasteners or tape that originally held the relay in place.