Standard Ignition RY-1496 Main Relay

Standard Ignition RY-1496 Main Relay

Standard Ignition RY-1496 is a 12-volt main relay with a 35 amp rating and a 4-terminal blade design for headlight circuit control. It is a direct-fit electrical replacement for select Kia Sorento and Kia Sedona applications, with fitment coverage for 2002-2008 model years.

Key Features

• 12-volt main relay for headlight function
• 35 amp amperage rating
• 4 male blade terminals
• Rectangular connector shape with no connector housing
• Direct replacement for select Kia Sorento and Kia Sedona applications
• Standard Ignition RY-1496 part number for catalog matching

Detailed Description

The Standard Ignition RY-1496 is built as a headlight relay for vehicles that use a 12-volt electrical system and a 35 amp relay circuit. Its 4-terminal male blade layout supports straightforward relay replacement in applications that match the original electrical configuration. This part cross-references Bosch 16274 for the same application.

Compatible With 2003-2008 Kia Sorento and 2002-2005 Kia Sedona, this relay is a practical match for drivers diagnosing headlight relay failure or replacing a worn electrical control component. Use RY-1496 when the vehicle requires a rectangular relay with no connector and no mounting bracket provision.

Common Issues This Relay May Address

• Headlights that do not turn on consistently
• Intermittent headlight operation
• Relay clicking without proper circuit engagement
• Electrical switching problems in the headlight circuit
• Failure caused by worn relay contacts

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify terminal layout, amperage rating, and relay shape against the original part before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses a 4-blade male relay connection and that the headlight circuit matches the relay function. For fitment reference, this part applies to 2003-2008 Kia Sorento and 2002-2005 Kia Sedona. The part number RY-1496 should be matched to the existing relay or service information before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies electrical replacement parts for service applications, and this relay is cataloged for direct vehicle fitment matching on supported Kia models.