What should I replace a blown fuse with?
Never replace a blown fuse with a higher-amp fuse. Always replace the fuse with one with the specified amp rating. You may install the next-smaller-rated fuse to get you by in a pinch until you can purchase a replacement. Step 2: Test for the bad fuse
How do you replace a fuse on a test light?
Always replace the fuse with one with the specified amp rating. You may install the next-smaller-rated fuse to get you by in a pinch until you can purchase a replacement. Clamp the grounding lead of your test light to a metal component. Turn the ignition key to the “run” position. Then probe both of the tiny test ports in the face of each fuse.
How much does it cost to replace a fuse in a car?
It takes about five minutes, costs about $1, and it’ll save you the hassle of a trip to the repair shop. Checking your auto fuses is fairly simple but it’s always smart to inspect your owner’s manual for the location of your fuse box.
What are the different types of car fuses?
The maxi car fuses are slow-acting fuses that protect circuits with a large current draw such as those for anti-lock brakes, rear window defogger and traction control. Car fuses are color coded by amp rating.
How do you replace a fuse in a car?
You may install the next-smaller-rated fuse to get you by in a pinch until you can purchase a replacement. Clamp the grounding lead of your test light to a metal component. Turn the ignition key to the “run” position. Then probe both of the tiny test ports in the face of each fuse. The light should illuminate at each port.
The maxi car fuses are slow-acting fuses that protect circuits with a large current draw such as those for anti-lock brakes, rear window defogger and traction control. Car fuses are color coded by amp rating.
What’s the rating of a maxi car fuse?
The maxi car fuses are slow-acting fuses that protect circuits with a large current draw such as those for anti-lock brakes, rear window defogger and traction control. Car fuses are color coded by amp rating. For example, a standard blue fuse has a 15-amp rating, yellow is 20 amps and green is 30.
Where can I buy a blown fuse test?
Or, buy a fuse testing tool at an auto parts store, like Autozone, and just touch it to each fuse in turn (photo 2). There are at least seven different styles of fuses, so you’ll need the blown fuse to match it up with the right replacement.