Posted By: madscientist
How do I test a ballast resistor/wire - 03/31/18 01:55 AM
I haven't used an ignition system that used a ballast resistor since probably 1984 so I'm ignorant of this crap.
If I need to check a ballast resistor, do I put 12 volts to one side and check the voltage at the other side, or does it need to be checked in ohms?
Also, what about a resistor wire on a GM application? If I turn the key on and get 12 volts at the end of the wire is it a resistor wire?
I ASSume a resistor cuts back voltage. I'm lost.
If I need to check a ballast resistor, do I put 12 volts to one side and check the voltage at the other side, or does it need to be checked in ohms?
Also, what about a resistor wire on a GM application? If I turn the key on and get 12 volts at the end of the wire is it a resistor wire?
I ASSume a resistor cuts back voltage. I'm lost.