but as an electronic technician I disagree with you using a test light for troubleshooting! Because it only shows U that there is some voltage present! NOT what the correct voltage should be! Suppose U have a high resistance fault due to corrosion or a bad connection? True RMS (for AC) meters with high input impedance (so you don't load the circuit down in parallel )is the only way to go!
hey sir mark awesome info....i go to "Uti" im working on my car "cluster's , dash r out....but anyways imma go check d site fr diagram.. the best ive seen hear thanks for sharing.thanks again sir ..
Excellent video. After watching this video, I realized that the diagrams I was using to diagnose my electrical issue were inadequate, so I downloaded info from the Helms. I had no power at any loads in my failing circuit, so I decided to work from the fuse forward. I found the problem in the first connector in the path below the fuse box - the pin for the failing circuit's wire wasn't making constant contact. So, I twisted the pin a few degrees, and it's been working fine ever since.
Excellent, Thank you so Much, you explained it so well, that even I understand and Can Do it, wow, just one rookie question,: when your checking for power, the +/black lead can go to any ground point ( I at this point I only understand the ground Point as being the chasis) Power would be 12v, but when you get to the far point of the relay, you say the ground activates the relay, and you have to check for a good ground? how do you check for ground? ,
@nyvendor "how do you check for ground?" A good method is to connect your test light clamp to the positive terminal of the battery ( instead of ground) If you touch a ground with the tip of the test light and it illuminates that would indicate a good ground.
Good video but I would like to see everyone change the way they check for power. The only way to check for proper power and ground is to "load" the circuits. This can be done by using proper tooling or simply place a fuse across the power and ground and blow the fuse. A test light draws very little current and just indicates power and not current flow. Depending on convenience, you can start anywhere in the circuit, but if the load is easily accessible, it is the best point. Well done.
Good info but I would change a few things 1st check the fuse, 2nd check power to load , then 3rd jump the relay b+ to load & recheck for b+ at the load, you will know right away if it is a relay problem! why go to to a connector that may be hard to get to? 4th Hook test lite to battery b+ and ground side of relay going to horn switch if it lites then the switch and ground are good. I agree hands on diagnosis ithe the only way to go.
nice video mgittelman, i myself am a trans tech for the last 30yrs and deal with problems all the time, it is nice to see people post there skills on youtube, thanks
When it comes to nightmare electrical problems hands on diagnosis is the only way to go. I don't think I can help by e-mail. You might be best served by shelling out the bucks for a Honda dealer to get you straightened out. They will have the best factory wiring diagrams and know what to look for better then any private shop!
but i dont have a chevy tahoe ... i have a chevy venture..
which isnt in the sample diagram
frank0067 2 months ago
DO reapir manuals carry the ECU pinout diagrams ??
frank0067 2 months ago
Sorry ,
but as an electronic technician I disagree with you using a test light for troubleshooting! Because it only shows U that there is some voltage present! NOT what the correct voltage should be! Suppose U have a high resistance fault due to corrosion or a bad connection? True RMS (for AC) meters with high input impedance (so you don't load the circuit down in parallel )is the only way to go!
Like a FLUKE 87! Or equivalent.
Don
ASE Tech
donberg01 2 months ago
thank you! :D
Regalia508 3 months ago
Great!!!
911dott 3 months ago
very nice video my friend... im also a master tech and 9/10 times the load is the problem... for good reason to lol. great video..
ASECASEY3 4 months ago
Excellent teaching video!!! I highly recommend it.
allegrobas 4 months ago
it's called destination! ...i.e you work backward from the power source.
U124IXB 4 months ago
it's called destination!
U124IXB 4 months ago
Thank you so much!!!
Mary
spiritmbc 5 months ago
I needed to check the tail lights wiring diagram of a BMW 1996...I went in to your website and use your all data...but I could not find any BMW's.
mynor4596 5 months ago
hey sir mark awesome info....i go to "Uti" im working on my car "cluster's , dash r out....but anyways imma go check d site fr diagram.. the best ive seen hear thanks for sharing.thanks again sir ..
lenzposa 5 months ago
Good video
steviebm6 6 months ago
wow nice one! hes very professional!
chinchin223 9 months ago
This vid helped me very much thanks.
8DUNEMAN8 11 months ago
Hi.. Good Voice commentary..
dennisholder 11 months ago
hey thanks for making this video, good explanation.
therotaryrocket 1 year ago
Thank you so much Mgittelman your the best =]
pwrd180 1 year ago
Excellent video. After watching this video, I realized that the diagrams I was using to diagnose my electrical issue were inadequate, so I downloaded info from the Helms. I had no power at any loads in my failing circuit, so I decided to work from the fuse forward. I found the problem in the first connector in the path below the fuse box - the pin for the failing circuit's wire wasn't making constant contact. So, I twisted the pin a few degrees, and it's been working fine ever since.
hoopfan71 1 year ago
Thanks again Mgittelman, you are the MAN!, Yes I understand, I finally understand :)
nyvendor 1 year ago
Excellent, Thank you so Much, you explained it so well, that even I understand and Can Do it, wow, just one rookie question,: when your checking for power, the +/black lead can go to any ground point ( I at this point I only understand the ground Point as being the chasis) Power would be 12v, but when you get to the far point of the relay, you say the ground activates the relay, and you have to check for a good ground? how do you check for ground? ,
nyvendor 1 year ago
@nyvendor "how do you check for ground?" A good method is to connect your test light clamp to the positive terminal of the battery ( instead of ground) If you touch a ground with the tip of the test light and it illuminates that would indicate a good ground.
mgittelman 1 year ago
I'm enrolled in an Electrics Auto Tech class and I must say this helped out tremendously, thank you very much sir!
StyliuzHarder 1 year ago
thank u .
TeDuaMalakie 1 year ago
excellent!
superco0l88 1 year ago
Good info, thanks for sharing your knowledge.
steve10391 1 year ago
Great video, Thanks
steve10391 1 year ago
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Polatron1 1 year ago
Good video but I would like to see everyone change the way they check for power. The only way to check for proper power and ground is to "load" the circuits. This can be done by using proper tooling or simply place a fuse across the power and ground and blow the fuse. A test light draws very little current and just indicates power and not current flow. Depending on convenience, you can start anywhere in the circuit, but if the load is easily accessible, it is the best point. Well done.
Schoolboy1960 1 year ago
Good info but I would change a few things 1st check the fuse, 2nd check power to load , then 3rd jump the relay b+ to load & recheck for b+ at the load, you will know right away if it is a relay problem! why go to to a connector that may be hard to get to? 4th Hook test lite to battery b+ and ground side of relay going to horn switch if it lites then the switch and ground are good. I agree hands on diagnosis ithe the only way to go.
ab0ad 1 year ago
nice video mgittelman, i myself am a trans tech for the last 30yrs and deal with problems all the time, it is nice to see people post there skills on youtube, thanks
weldean46 1 year ago
very good information! thanks for posting this vid.
superfootdan 1 year ago
Thanks excelent
Stratau 1 year ago
Thanks for the info.
neelasamandar 1 year ago
Muchas gracias! Excelente video en todos los aspectos. Thanks very much again. Is an excellent video, very clear and easy to understand
antegas 1 year ago
cool I've got no break lights on my elky got to try this when the weather breaks
JG0en187 2 years ago
thanks a lot!
domyaska 2 years ago
that's the way i've done it for 35 yrs. very good video.
headzipper714 2 years ago
thankx for you great job.
dosteddaram 2 years ago
liked it alot i kinda knew process of elimination was there somewhere now i know at the load great help
Razorai 2 years ago
awesome work
andyryanh 2 years ago
Great vid.
Powerworm17 2 years ago
@Powerworm17 your a good teacher cant you show as a short to ground or short to power or a open cercuit checks thanks
ortiz3277 1 year ago
Great vid
blink327 2 years ago
Have you discovered the Polatron-1 polarity detector? You will find it interesting and will not inadvertently harm sensitive electronic components
as old fashion incandescent test lights do
Allamericom 2 years ago
nice vid
skindog90 2 years ago 2
When it comes to nightmare electrical problems hands on diagnosis is the only way to go. I don't think I can help by e-mail. You might be best served by shelling out the bucks for a Honda dealer to get you straightened out. They will have the best factory wiring diagrams and know what to look for better then any private shop!
mgittelman 3 years ago
dude i have a nightmare electrical problem with my honda del sol, is there any hope for helping me??
jehuty911 3 years ago
@jehuty911 was it your roof i wonder??
;-)
2874697 2 years ago
fantastic!
tuff7011 3 years ago