In this video I show how I systematically search for a short to ground that takes out the tail, brake and turn signal lights. ...more

Apr 5, 2016 · This process will save you time and money and is a quick way to find an electrical short in almost any vehicle. Using a 12-volt test light, as shown below, you can locate any …

Jun 23, 2025 · Having an electrical short in your car can be both frustrating and dangerous. Luckily, there are ways to find a short in your car if you know what to look for. In this …

Sep 17, 2022 · In this post, you’ll learn how to locate a blown fuse; you’ll learn the importance of using the correct fuse size; we’ll cover locating a short, locating a parasitic battery drain, and …

May 1, 2025 · Learn how to locate shorts in your car's wiring with our step-by-step guide. We'll show you the tools and techniques to find and fix those pesky electrical issues.

Jul 15, 2024 · A short-to-ground is a common issue in many automotive electrical devices and systems, and this guide gives you an idea of how to trace a short circuit in a car.

In this blog post, we’ll briefly discuss the theory behind checking a short-to-ground and then provide a detailed overview of the exact steps you need to take to check short-to-ground with …

This simple-to-follow guide will teach you how to find a short in a car using a test light and a digital multimeter.

When diagnosing a short to ground, the approach is fairly simply. Split the circuit up in to multiple sections, to find out which leg of the circuit is actually at fault.

Connect the other lead of the test lamp to one end of the circuit to be tested. If the test lamp illuminates, there is a short to ground in the circuit because the test light is now feeding power …