Multimeters can be a useful tool for both novices and professionals to limit their mistakes in automotive repair. Electrical diagnostic work is one of the most challenging parts of automotive repair.

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

The voltage of a car battery can be measured with the use of a voltmeter as well as the charge left. A typical car battery voltage delivers around 12.6 V under no load condition and will require ...

A customer recently called to ask questions about the electrical system on his machine. I asked if he had a voltmeter. There was a long pause, then he said, “Yes, but I don’t know how to use it.” He ...