Episode 126

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20th Mar 2024

We REALLY Need to Talk About Electricity [E126]

Matt Fanslow explores the complexities of electricity in automotive diagnostics. He breaks down fundamental concepts of volts, amps, resistance, and Ohm's law, using practical examples to clarify their roles in vehicle electrical systems.

Show Notes

  • Challenges of Explaining Electricity (00:01:15) 
  • Fundamental Aspects of Electricity (00:02:42) 
  • NAPA Auto Tech Training (00:18:20)
  • Understanding Voltmeter Readings (00:19:21) 
  • Ground Reference and Voltage Drop (00:20:29) 
  • Effect of Resistance on Voltage (00:22:44) 
  • Series Circuit and Voltage Split (00:29:17) 
  • Verification of Electrical Issues (00:32:29) 
  • Fuse Block and Voltage Verification (00:34:44) 

Voltage Drop Testing (00:34:55)

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech napaautotech.com

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Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z
From Automotive Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health
Matt Fanslow's Diagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z Podcast is a wide-open perspective on all aspects of the automotive aftermarket from a working diagnosticians' point of view. All topics and issues will be on the table.