What causes a starter relay to get hot?

this caused improper operation of the starter relay due to lower current through the energising coil, this leads to drop out of the relay when the starter engages as the relay energising coil terminal voltage drops even further…. heat builds up in the relay and voila, relay overheats….

Where is the starter relay on a Silverado?

Battery voltage also runs through the 175 amp fuse to the starter relay terminal #30 in the underhood fuse box. Terminal #30 is the input power to one relay contact. When the ECM wants to initiate Silverado starter crank operation, it supplies power to the starter relay control coil in the underhood fuse box on terminal #86.

Is there a 2004 Silverado that won’t start?

I have a 2004 silverado that won’t start. Have bench tested starter and battery and replaced relay and ignition switch. I have a 2004 silverado… I have a 2004 silverado that won’t start.

What are the signs of a bad starter relay?

Broken or corroded wiring – Damaged or dirty wires to the battery or to the starter solenoid (or wires that are loose) can prevent sufficient power from reaching the starter. Alternator – The alternator is designed to power all of your car’s electrical systems when the vehicle is running. It also recharges the battery.

How to test ignition a on a 2004 Silverado?

See if you have 12 volts to the crank fuse when they turn the switch top the start position, make sure to have them turn the switch to start at leat 5 times with the samr test results. yes, i have 12v on both sides when key is in crank position. And you had 12 volts to fusese ign a and ign E correct? ignition e, yes. how do i test ignition a?

I have a 2004 silverado that won’t start. Have bench tested starter and battery and replaced relay and ignition switch. I have a 2004 silverado… I have a 2004 silverado that won’t start.