For all of you who have a multimeter thrown in a drawer or toolbox but don’t know how to use it, these instructions will help in your search for missing voltage.

For automotive circuits, we recommend an auto-ranging meter with at least 20MΩ of internal resistance. Make sure to use the correct multimeter setting for a car battery.

The Harbor Freight MADDOX back-probe kit lets DIYers test automotive sensors safely. Just insert between wire and insulation, ...

In this test, your multimeter is effectively completing the circuit by linking the battery to the car. If your multimeter displays a reading greater than roughly 50 milliamps, you have confirmed ...

A multimeter and its test leads allow electrical workers to reach into an energized panel, touch live circuit components with the end of the test leads, and capture electrical readings like voltage, ...

When your car doesn’t start, often the battery is the culprit. Unfortunately, most vehicle owners do not check their battery until it fails. As preventative maintenance, the suggested best practice is ...

How To Test An Alternator? Using A Multimeter The easiest way to test an alternator is by using a multimeter. If that’s a tool you have on hand, just follow these instructions: Turn off the engine.

Multimeters are indispensable tools when working on electronics. It’s almost impossible to build any but the most basic of circuits without one to test and troubleshoot potential issues, and … ...