radio /fuse link
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Burning Brakes
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radio /fuse link
I think I found the fuse link that I fried, I replaced it with one that you can put a regular fuse in.
This link runs the radio,power door locks and seats.
I put a 10 amp in and it blew. I think I need a 30 amp , but thought I would get some feedback before I put it in . That's about 10 minutes from now!!!!
Thanks
This link runs the radio,power door locks and seats.
I put a 10 amp in and it blew. I think I need a 30 amp , but thought I would get some feedback before I put it in . That's about 10 minutes from now!!!!
Thanks
Melting Slicks
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From: Baltimore, MD USA
To fix it correctly you need to solder in a 14 AWG fusible link.
You don't replace a fusible link with a regular Autofuse.
You would use a Maxifuse. The wire in the circuit is 10 AWG so you would use no larger than a 60 amp Maxifuse and the proper holder for it.
If you don't repair the problem correctly you could have an electrical fire.
You don't replace a fusible link with a regular Autofuse.
You would use a Maxifuse. The wire in the circuit is 10 AWG so you would use no larger than a 60 amp Maxifuse and the proper holder for it.
If you don't repair the problem correctly you could have an electrical fire.
Last edited by Hooked on Vettes; May 27, 2009 at 09:25 PM.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Broken Arrow Oklahoma
To fix it correctly you need to solder in a 14 AWG fusible link.
You don't replace a fusible link with a regular Autofuse.
You would use a Maxifuse. The wire in the circuit is 10 AWG so you would use no larger than a 60 amp Maxifuse and the proper holder for it.
If you don't repair the problem correctly you could have an electrical fire.
You don't replace a fusible link with a regular Autofuse.
You would use a Maxifuse. The wire in the circuit is 10 AWG so you would use no larger than a 60 amp Maxifuse and the proper holder for it.
If you don't repair the problem correctly you could have an electrical fire.
I am about ready for a fire, it's insured!!!
All was well until that damn starter went out.
I have read this FSM and I can't figure out where the common denominator is with these items.
Melting Slicks
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Are you working on a 90 Vette?
Fusible link A provides 12 volts to the following items.
1) Fuel Pump relay
2) Radio Fuse 10 amp.
3) Stop Hazzard fuse 10 amp.
4) Brake fuse 10 amp.
5) Defogger Breaker 30 amp.
6) Power Acc. Breaker 30 amp.
7) Hatch Breaker 30 amp.
8) Theft fuse 15 amp.
9) Ignition switch
As you can see, a 25 amp. fuse doesn't cut it.
As far as I've seen the fusible links aren't labeled at the jumper block.
Fusible link A provides 12 volts to the following items.
1) Fuel Pump relay
2) Radio Fuse 10 amp.
3) Stop Hazzard fuse 10 amp.
4) Brake fuse 10 amp.
5) Defogger Breaker 30 amp.
6) Power Acc. Breaker 30 amp.
7) Hatch Breaker 30 amp.
8) Theft fuse 15 amp.
9) Ignition switch
As you can see, a 25 amp. fuse doesn't cut it.
As far as I've seen the fusible links aren't labeled at the jumper block.
Last edited by Hooked on Vettes; May 27, 2009 at 10:49 PM.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Broken Arrow Oklahoma
Are you working on a 90 Vette?
Fusible link A provides 12 volts to the following items.
1) Fuel Pump relay
2) Radio Fuse 10 amp.
3) Stop Hazzard fuse 10 amp.
4) Brake fuse 10 amp.
5) Defogger Breaker 30 amp.
6) Power Acc. Breaker 30 amp.
7) Hatch Breaker 30 amp.
8) Theft fuse 15 amp.
9) Ignition switch
As you can see, a 25 amp. fuse doesn't cut it.
As far as I've seen the fusible links aren't labeled at the jumper block.
Fusible link A provides 12 volts to the following items.
1) Fuel Pump relay
2) Radio Fuse 10 amp.
3) Stop Hazzard fuse 10 amp.
4) Brake fuse 10 amp.
5) Defogger Breaker 30 amp.
6) Power Acc. Breaker 30 amp.
7) Hatch Breaker 30 amp.
8) Theft fuse 15 amp.
9) Ignition switch
As you can see, a 25 amp. fuse doesn't cut it.
As far as I've seen the fusible links aren't labeled at the jumper block.
Thanks for the help.
I usually don't get this bothered by this stuff , but this is really getting to me.
Melting Slicks
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From: Baltimore, MD USA
1) Purple wire to Starter Solenoid from Starer Enable Relay.
2) Black wire from Battery to Starter Motor.
3) Fusible Link K from same point as the Black wire on the Starter and if you have C60 Manual AC goes to the Blower Motor Relay. If you have C68 Auto Climate Control it goes to the Blower Motor Control Module.
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Melting Slicks
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If you don't measure 12 volts you either replaced the wrong fusible link or the fusible link is good and there is a bad connection at the jumper block.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the nut holding all of the wires and clean the terminal lugs.
Removing the side gill panel makes the job easier.
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Burning Brakes
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I just don't understand why these 3 components wont work when they did before I replaced the starter. I did move the starter wire with the battery hooked up and it sparked. that's why I replaced it. It did blow the 25 amp fuse to the wipers, which also powers the radio.I replaced that fuse and the wipers work fine.
Melting Slicks
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The Blower Motor works off of fusible link K. Fusible link K gets 12 volts from the Black cable on the starter motor. The Black cable connects directly to the Battery.
Last edited by Hooked on Vettes; May 27, 2009 at 11:21 PM.
Melting Slicks
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I just don't understand why these 3 components wont work when they did before I replaced the starter. I did move the starter wire with the battery hooked up and it sparked. that's why I replaced it. It did blow the 25 amp fuse to the wipers, which also powers the radio.I replaced that fuse and the wipers work fine.
All of your problems appear to be no 12 volts from Fusible link A.
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Burning Brakes
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I agree Link A which one is it? I guess i replace the wrong one. I would rather not cut wires to find it if someone knows which one it is
Thanks again for the help.
I Hate electrical problems, I fought this same battle with my 69 GTX until year one finally came out with the wiring harnesses.
Thanks again for the help.
I Hate electrical problems, I fought this same battle with my 69 GTX until year one finally came out with the wiring harnesses.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 1999
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From: Baltimore, MD USA
I just don't understand why these 3 components wont work when they did before I replaced the starter. I did move the starter wire with the battery hooked up and it sparked. that's why I replaced it. It did blow the 25 amp fuse to the wipers, which also powers the radio.I replaced that fuse and the wipers work fine.
The Purple wire at the Starter Solenoid gets 12 volts from Fusible Link A.