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How do you check the fuel pump relay?

To check a fuel pump relay, follow these steps:

1. Locate the fuel pump relay. The fuel pump relay is usually located in the engine compartment, near the fuel injectors. It is a small, black box with several wires connected to it.

2. Remove the fuel pump relay. To remove the fuel pump relay, simply pull it out of its socket.

3. Inspect the fuel pump relay. Look for any signs of damage, such as cracks or burns. If the relay is damaged, it will need to be replaced.

4. Test the fuel pump relay. To test the fuel pump relay, you will need a multimeter. Set the multimeter to the "continuity" setting.

5. Connect the multimeter probes to the fuel pump relay terminals. The fuel pump relay has four terminals: two power terminals, one ground terminal, and one control terminal. Connect the positive probe of the multimeter to the power terminal marked "12V" and the negative probe to the ground terminal marked "GND".

6. Turn on the ignition. If the fuel pump relay is working properly, the multimeter will beep.

7. Replace the fuel pump relay. If the fuel pump relay is not working properly, it will need to be replaced. To replace the fuel pump relay, simply insert a new relay into the socket.