ELECTRICAL TERMS

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  1. 1. Electrical tool that is used to read and interpret diagnostic codes and engine sensor information
  2. 7. Electrical block usually located in engine compartment. It contains fuses, relays, and circuit breakers normally used to power high amperage devices.
  3. 8. Feature of a digital multimeter that automatically changes to the right range
  4. 9. Diagnostic instrument that displays line patterns that related to voltage and time
  5. 11. Short piece of insulated wire used to bypass electrical connections to test operation
  6. 15. Description of a circuit path that is not complete
  7. 16. Safety device consisting of a strip of wire that melts and breaks a circuit if current exceeds a certain level
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  1. 2. Piece of test equipment that shows presence of current by lighting a light
  2. 3. A complete circuit path
  3. 4. A diagram that contains only the components and wires for a particular circuit
  4. 5. Electrical circuit with a break in continuity
  5. 6. Troubleshooting process that uses a logical sequence of steps to find the source of an electrical problem
  6. 10. Accidental grounding of an electrical circuit or device causing a large amount of current flow
  7. 12. Electrical test meter that can be used to test for voltage, current or resistance
  8. 13. Electrical circuit that is made by conductive strips printed on a board
  9. 14. System malfunction that occurs infrequently usually when certain conditions are met such as temperature, humidity or vehicle operation