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Fuel cutoff relay

Tiny
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  • 1988 HONDA ACCORD
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I had to replace the relay, so the car starts and runs well. I have been told that the relay malfunctions due to getting hot. If this is true, can it be re-used after it cools off?
Sunday, August 20th, 2017 AT 8:42 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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The relay gets hot because the fuel pump is going out and it is pulling too much amperage. You should replace the pump and the relay.

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, August 21st, 2017 AT 5:52 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for your response. I did have the fuel pump replaced a few years ago. Any idea how long it may take for the relay to overheat? Also, how often would this problem occur?
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Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017 AT 7:14 PM
Tiny
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The more resistance the more rapidly it will heat up.
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Thursday, August 24th, 2017 AT 10:21 AM

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