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How to troubleshoot a bad engine block ground with just a simple test light. The key with this type of troubleshooting is in understanding how to "load the circuit", which in this case is achieved by holding the key in the crank position.
Engine Performance Diagnostics chapter 1
Topics discussed
- no crank, starter does not engage
- various dash lights flickering on and off
- relocate engine ground to the block
- how to "load the engine block"
- how to test for a bad battery cable
- how to test the engine block ground circuit
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For more information on this topic, I have written a “field manual” called Engine Performance Diagnostics which is available as an eBook or paper book.
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