Can a fusible link be added to a starter wire?
1 No damage, the fusible link is there to prevent damage. Only activated when a short occurs . 2 Yes you can add a fusible link to any wire, just make sure to use the proper guage. 3 Sxl is the type of wire used for automotive use.
How can I tell if my alternator has a blown fuse?
The easiest way to look at the alternator is to check voltage at the battery. See what DC volts is and check for A/C voltage at the battery (meaning alternator isn’t converting voltage properly). Also check the amperage as well. My guess is you have a blown fuse.
What happens if the light bulb is burned out on the alternator?
Others won’t charge if the alternator warning light bulb is burned out! On older Chrysler products (80’s), and some newer vehicles of other manufacturers, (2000+) the alternator is controlled by the computer.
Where is the 120 amp fuse on my car?
Look under the dash at the coin holder, you will have to lay on your back. The 120 amp fuse is the 82620-33030 numbered one. The car will start with this fuse open, but you will have weird symptoms on the dash and the battery will not be charge as the alternator isn’t connected to the battery. Accident w/frame damage, got rid of car.
When does a fusible link fail what happens?
Just like a fuse, the link is designed to handle a lower current (amp) load than the rest of the system so, in the event of a short or overload, the link will be the first failure point. When it fails, it will break the continuity in the rest of the circuit, preventing damage to other components down the line.
What causes the fusible link to blow on a car?
How much depends on the wire’s resistance, which correlates to its size. A fusible link is a “narrow spot” in your wire, a portion of higher resistance that will overheat, melt and break before the rest of your wiring does. Wiring has a certain amount of resistance — rated in ohms — per foot.
How is a wire measured in a fusible link?
Wire is measured in “gauge,” often abbreviated AWG for “American Wire Gauge.” The lower the number, the bigger the wire. Bigger wires handle more current (amp) draw. Check out this cable calculator chart to learn more. Again, a fusible link’s function is very similar to a fuse. It’s designed to fail before your wiring harness melts to goo.
Which is easier to install, fuse block or fusible link?
But certain automotive components require momentary higher peak current levels depending, so a fixed-rating fuse may not be ideal. Fusible links are also cheaper and easier to install than a dedicated fuse block, which is why you see them in OE applications.