Power Distribution Relay

Removal Procedure

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

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

Installation Procedure

1. Connect the relay (1) to the wire harness connector (2).
   
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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.

Special Tools

EL-43244 - Relay Puller Pliers

For equivalent regional tools: Special Tools

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the electrical center cover.
Note:
• Always note the orientation of the relay.
  
• If equipped with a notch style relay; observe the location of the notch on the old relay to verify the new relay is installed with the notch in the same location.
  
• Ensure that the electrical center is secure, as not to put added stress on the wires or terminals.
  
2. Locate the relay. Refer to Electrical Center Identification Views to locate the electrical center where the relay exists.
3. Using the EL-43244 (1) position the tool on opposing corners of the relay (2).
   
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Caution: Use EL-43244 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.

4. Remove the relay (2) from the electrical center.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the relay (2) in the same position as removed.
   
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2. Install the electrical center cover.