Glossary of Auto Terms

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Resistance

Measured in ohms, and an assessment of a circuit's resistance to "promote" electricity, the resistance of many automotive parts that operate electrically and electronically can help you assess that part's general health. If resistance is too low or too high, it is generally "broken," or otherwise out of specification.



See Also:
Electronic Sensor
Relay
Distributor
Ignition Coil
Coil
Engine Computer
PCV Valve
Spark Plug Cable

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