That's exactly what it does. If it's not being dependable and you've checked that the terminals are good, I would replace it, either new or used one. The symptom of the fan etc. staying on when the ignition is shut off is diagnostic of either sticky relay or possibly bad ignition switch. david At 08:07 PM 4/15/2001, Jeffrey R wrote: >Does this relay simply disengage power to rear heater fan and wipers and the >like when the starter motor is engaged and then complete the current to >accessories when the engine is running and then cut off the circuit when the >key is shut off? Or is there more? And might I get away with replacing the David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84 Westy "Dutiful Passage" '85 GL "Poor Relation" |
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