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Standard Ignition RY-145 Engine Cooling Fan Motor Relay
| Brand | Standard Ignition RY-145 |
|---|---|
| Amperage Rating | 20 A |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Shape | Square |
| Contents | Relay |
| Functions | Coolant Fan Relay |
| Mounting Bracket(s) Included | Yes |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Terminal Type | Blade |
| Voltage | 12 |
| Fits | Dodge, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac · 29 vehicles |
OE-quality relay. Built to stringent standards for dependable cooling fan control.
Composite housing. Helps protect against harsh temperatures and underhood conditions.
Blade terminals. Five-terminal design with brass or copper contacts where specified.
Cross-references Davico Mfg 19242, FEL-PRO 35743 and 1R1039 for the same application. See all 12.
Engine Cooling Fan Relay for Reliable Cooling Control
The Standard Ignition RY-145 engine cooling fan motor relay helps control coolant fan operation in vehicles that use a 5-terminal relay design. Built with a 12-volt rating and 20-amp amperage capacity, it supports dependable electrical switching in demanding under-hood environments.
Compatible With select Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan applications, plus Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models listed below, this relay is a direct-fit service part for cooling fan control diagnostics and replacement. The RY-145 is also referenced by part number RY-145 for easy catalog matching.
Key Features
- Engine cooling fan motor relay with coolant fan relay function
- 12V electrical rating with 20 A amperage specification
- 5 blade terminals with female square connector design
- Mounting bracket included for secure installation
- Composite housing built for harsh temperature and under-hood exposure
- Brass or copper contacts used where specified for wear resistance
Detailed Product Overview
Standard Ignition RY-145 is an OE-style engine cooling fan motor relay engineered for consistent fan control performance. It uses a female square connector, male blade terminals, and a 5-terminal layout to match the original relay configuration on supported vehicles. This part is listed for 1985-1994 applications, including Fits 1992-1994 Dodge Caravan, N/A; Fits 1992-1994 Dodge Grand Caravan, N/A; Fits 1986-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, N/A; and Fits 1986-1987 Buick Century, N/A. Additional coverage includes Fits 1987 Buick Regal, N/A and Fits 1986-1987 Chevrolet Chevette, N/A.
This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35743 for the same application.
Common Problems This Relay Can Address
- Cooling fan not switching on when engine temperature rises
- Intermittent fan operation caused by relay contact wear
- Overheating concerns related to failed fan control circuitry
- Electrical relay chatter or inconsistent coolant fan response
- Replacement needs after corrosion or heat damage in the relay housing
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the connector shape, terminal count, and relay function before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses a 12-volt, 5-terminal coolant fan relay with a square female connector and blade terminals. Inspect the relay socket, wiring, and surrounding cooling system components for heat damage or corrosion before installing the new part.
Fitment examples include Fits 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, N/A; Fits 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, N/A; Fits 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, N/A; Fits 1986-1987 Pontiac Acadian, N/A; Fits 1986-1987 Pontiac T1000, N/A. Some listed applications include notes such as fan control or 5-pin/5-terminal configurations, so match the original relay layout carefully.
Quality Assurance
Standard Ignition manufactures this relay under TS16949 and ISO9001 certified quality systems. The brand uses controlled production processes from component selection through finished part inspection to help ensure consistent fit and function.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Dodge | Caravan | — | — | N/A | Rear window defogger module connector compatible with rear HVAC floor mode door actuator harness and power seat switch. |
| 1994 | Dodge | Grand Caravan | — | — | N/A | Rear window defogger module connector compatible with rear HVAC floor mode door actuator harness and power seat switch. |
| 1993 | Dodge | Caravan | — | — | N/A | Rear window defogger module connector compatible with rear HVAC floor mode door actuator harness and power seat switch. |
| 1993 | Dodge | Grand Caravan | — | — | N/A | Rear window defogger module connector compatible with rear HVAC floor mode door actuator harness and power seat switch. |
| 1992 | Dodge | Caravan | — | — | N/A | Rear window defogger module connector compatible with rear HVAC floor mode door actuator harness and power seat switch. |
| 1992 | Dodge | Grand Caravan | — | — | N/A | Rear window defogger module connector compatible with rear HVAC floor mode door actuator harness and power seat switch. |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Buick | Century | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Power; Fan Control; 5 Term. |
| 1987 | Buick | Regal | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | Chevette | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | El Camino | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Calais | 2.3L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Fan Control; 5 Pin |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Acadian | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Acadian | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Pontiac | T1000 | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Buick | Century | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | Power; Fan Control; 5 Term. |
| 1986 | Buick | Regal | — | — | N/A | 5 Pin |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Chevette | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Chevette | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | El Camino | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Monte Carlo | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | 5 Pin |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 3.8L | V6 | N/A | 5 Pin |
| 1986 | Pontiac | Acadian | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Pontiac | Acadian | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Pontiac | T1000 | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | 2.8L | V6 | N/A | Fan Control; 5 Term. |
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