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10.When using a circuit tester to perform
continuity or voltage checks or connector
terminals, insert the test probe from the
harness side.
If the connector is a sealed connector, insert
the test probe in through the hole in the rubber
cap for the electrical wires, being careful not to
damage the insulation of the wires; continue to
insert the test probe until it contacts the
terminal.
11.In order to avoid overloading the wiring, take
the electrical current load of the optional
equipment into consideration, and determine
the appropriate wire size.
Checking cables and wires
1 Check the terminal for tightness
2 Check terminals and wires for corrosion by
battery electrolyte etc.
3 Check terminals and wires for open circuit or
impending open circuit.
4 Check wire insulation and coating for damage,
cracks and degrading.
5 Check conductive parts of terminals for contact
with other metallic parts (vehicle body and
other parts).
6 Check grounding parts to verify that there is
complete continuity between mounting bolt (s)
and vehicle body.
7 Check for correct wiring.
8 Check that wirings are clamped so as to
prevent contact with sharp corners of the
vehicle body, etc. or hot parts (exhaust
manifold, pipe, etc.).
9 Check that the wirings are clamped firmly to
secure enough clearance from the pulley, belt
and other rotating or moving parts.
10 Check that the wirings between the fixed parts
such as the vehicle body and the vibrating
parts such as the engine are made with
adequate allowance for vibrations.
