Video: How to Wire an Automotive Electrical Relay
(Image/YouTube – Dorman)
You don’t have to be a wiring guru to understand the principle of an electrical relay.
Quite simply, relays are essentially switches that can be remote-controlled.
They work by using the principles of electro-magnetism.
When energized by a simple 12-volt source, the magnet will either turn the electrical switch on or off.
Want more information about how relays work? Read this, Relay Case: How to Use Relays and Why You Need Them
Wiring a relays is pretty basic, but can be confusing to folks without a ton of electrical experience.
The folks over at Dorman made this quick, one-minute video that walks you through a typical automotive relay’s wiring procedure.
It’s a quick watch, and very useful in understanding what you’ll be working with when installing a relay.
Thank you, this was needed.
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I have found out over the years that nothing works better then a wiring diagram. Even a simple one that would have fit in this 40 second quickey.
What about 5 pin relays?
I am old school, I straight wire everything and use fuses wrapped in aluminum foil. Never had a problem.