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Voltage Drop Testing Explained

Voltage Drop Testing Explained

Jan 29, 2019 | Blogs, Power and Ground Distribution, Starting and Charging

Voltage drop testing is a diagnostic strategy that uses a digital multimeter (DMM) or a similar tool to test actual circuit voltage and compare it with a desired circuit voltage.

Should You Change Both Headlight Bulbs if Just One Fails?

Should You Change Both Headlight Bulbs if Just One Fails?

Apr 18, 2018 | Lighting and Horns, Power and Ground Distribution, Tips

If your headlight bulbs were installed at the same time, the life expectancy will be fairly similar. If one goes out, the other probably isn’t far behind. That’s reason enough to replace both. Deal with it once instead of twice!

How an Engine’s Starter Works

How an Engine’s Starter Works

Feb 15, 2018 | Blogs, Medium/Heavy Duty, Power and Ground Distribution, Starting and Charging

You turn your ignition key and the engine fires up. It’s as simple as that, right? Actually, it’s quite a bit more complicated than it seems.

Battery Cable Reset

Battery Cable Reset

Dec 7, 2017 | General Interest, Power and Ground Distribution, Powertrain Management, Tips

Many years ago, it was customary to remove the battery cable in order to refresh the ECM. It’s interesting that now, some 20 years later, this is an accepted practice for this kind of reset. On today’s vehicle, we shouldn’t overlook that drivability...
Battery Service and Testing

Battery Service and Testing

Aug 14, 2017 | General Interest, Power and Ground Distribution, Tips

Today’s automobile batteries are the power source that collects and stores the electricity a vehicle needs to operate reliably. Automobile batteries consist of a plastic casing filled with sulfuric acid, electrolyte and lead plates that are capable of lasting...
Flooded VS Gel Batteries: What Are The Differences?

Flooded VS Gel Batteries: What Are The Differences?

Jun 20, 2017 | Blogs, Featured Article, Power and Ground Distribution, Starting and Charging

In today’s automotive battery market, there are choices available for every application. Beyond the options of amp hours, cranking amps (CA) and cold cranking amps (CCA), there are differences in battery construction. These choices are among three main styles of...
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