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Re: Alternator Output Fuses
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 1/12/2021 4 Replies

When Bubba connects the jumper cables backwards and the alternator diodes short out, the current will then exceed 300 amps and open the fuse. There will be plenty of damage but the car won't catch on fire... Login to read more.

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