Can I remove the main fuse?
It is illegal for an electrician to remove a main fuse when they have not been authorised to do so. Any electrician who pulls a fuse they’re not authorised to puts themselves at risk of being fined. Removing the main fuse can be dangerous for a person’s health and safety.
What is the fuse on the positive battery cable for?
The fuse is to protect circuits that are always hot (have power at all times) like the car radio. The circuit is unswitched so there must be protection if the wiring accidentally short circuits! Otherwise the wiring will melt in a short circuit because of intense heavy current and could cause a fire.
Does the positive cable go to the fuse box?
The positive cable, normally red, divides into two very large sections. One section goes to the engine and under hood area. Its first stop is often the starter motor and then on to a main underhood electrical distribution center and fuse panel.
Where is the fuse on the positive battery cable?
It can make more sense to put the fuse on the side of the battery that goes to ground. That will often (but not always) be the negative terminal.
How to remove a 100 amp supply fuse?
A red van pulls up , two firemen get out , don all their gear , big yellow helmets , visors, big boots, then tramp into an old ladie’s flat and screw a smokey to the ceiling FFS talk about OTT.
What kind of Fuse is 120 amp alternator?
It must’ve been brief, because I didn’t see/hear/feel a spark. So the 120 amp fuse for the alternator is a PAL type fuse, and it is a bit of a PIA to remove. I’m a mechanic, so it wasn’t very difficult for me, just time consuming.
Is the 120 amp fuse a PAL or PAL?
So the 120 amp fuse for the alternator is a PAL type fuse, and it is a bit of a PIA to remove. I’m a mechanic, so it wasn’t very difficult for me, just time consuming. However if you were an average Joe who somehow made the same mistake, you’d almost certainly be going to a shop.