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What is the main reason for avoiding wiring probing on exterior connections?
What is the main reason for avoiding wiring probing on exterior connections?
- To challenge oneself to be a better technician
- To save time and effort in testing methods
- To prevent wire exposure to the elements and premature corrosion (correct)
- To impress new vendors and customers
What is recommended instead of probing any wires on the exterior of a vehicle or trailer?
What is recommended instead of probing any wires on the exterior of a vehicle or trailer?
- Back-probe a connector or find a terminal block to test (correct)
- Expose the wire to the elements for better testing accuracy
- Avoid testing altogether to prevent damage
- Use wire probing but seal the hole with electrical tape afterwards
What is a great way to ensure a sealed connection according to the text?
What is a great way to ensure a sealed connection according to the text?
- Leaving connections exposed to air for natural sealing
- Heat-shrink butt connectors (correct)
- Twisting wires together without securing them
- Using regular electrical tape
What is the main responsibility if probing a wire becomes necessary?
What is the main responsibility if probing a wire becomes necessary?
What is the goal when taking on new vendors, according to the text?
What is the goal when taking on new vendors, according to the text?
What should be the aim when practicing wiring and testing methods?
What should be the aim when practicing wiring and testing methods?
What is the main drawback of wiring probing on exterior connections?
What is the main drawback of wiring probing on exterior connections?
What is the recommended alternative to probing wires on the exterior of a vehicle or trailer?
What is the recommended alternative to probing wires on the exterior of a vehicle or trailer?
What should be the aim when practicing wiring and testing methods, according to the text?
What should be the aim when practicing wiring and testing methods, according to the text?
Why is it important to practice wiring and testing methods that prevent wire exposure?
Why is it important to practice wiring and testing methods that prevent wire exposure?
What is the primary responsibility if probing a wire becomes necessary?
What is the primary responsibility if probing a wire becomes necessary?
What is a great way to ensure a sealed connection?
What is a great way to ensure a sealed connection?
