PROPER PROC. FOR PROBING WIRES (NEW TEST PROBES AVAILABLE)

SUBJECT: PROPER PROCEDURES WHEN PROBING WIRING FOR DIAGNOSIS

MODELS AFFECTED: 1982-91 ALL MODELS

Occasionally, proper diagnosis of an electrical problem requires probing electrical circuits for voltage or resistance measurements. Most often this can be accomplished by probing the metal terminal at a connection point. However, there are times when it is easier, but not recommended, to probe individual wires with a sharp instrument.

NOTICE: If a wire is probed with a sharp instrument and not properly sealed afterward, the wire will corrode and an open circuit will result. Refer to Figure 1.

Diagnostic test probes are now available that allow you to probe individual wires without leaving the wire open to the environment. These probe devices are inexpensive and easy to install, and they permanently seal the wire from corrosion. Page two shows how to install and use the probe device. They are available through GMSPO under the following part numbers: For 18 (.8mm2), 20 (.5mm2), and 22 (.35mm2) gage wires use P/N 12092782.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

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