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For all of you who have a multimeter thrown in a drawer or toolbox but don’t know how to use it, these instructions will help in your search for missing voltage.
When your car doesn’t start, often the battery is the culprit. Unfortunately, most vehicle owners do not check their battery until it fails. As preventative maintenance, the suggested best practice is ...
This video covers the essential steps to properly test a car's alternator and diagnose common alternator issues. The guide demonstrates how to check the voltage regulator, diode rectifier, stator, and ...
For automotive circuits, we recommend an auto-ranging meter with at least 20MΩ of internal resistance. Make sure to use the correct multimeter setting for a car battery.
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10 Car Diagnostic Tools for DIYers

We've all been there: you're driving along, minding your own business, when all of a sudden your check engine light comes on or you begin to hear a mysterious rattle that you can't quite identify. At ...