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    Cleaned M1078A1 Power Distribution Panel (PDP)

    I've run across an alarming number of relays over the years with burnt contacts that would pass a cursory voltmeter check but wouldn't carry any load. And plenty of circuits where 12v or 24v was present on a DVOM but when load is applied the voltage goes away due to corrosion somewhere in the...
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    Cleaned M1078A1 Power Distribution Panel (PDP)

    Just make sure it's not an LED or "digital" test light as those are basically worthless since they can't apply an actual load.
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    Cleaned M1078A1 Power Distribution Panel (PDP)

    I prefer to use an incandescent test light (scope on a rope) and a power source. This proves they can carry amps not just pass continuity. Everyone that's inclined to troubleshoot and repair their own vehicle should have a test light (and a DVOM) and know the basics on how to use them. I quite...
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