Testing For A Short To Ground
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the fuse and disconnect all components involved with the fuse.
- Connect a test light or a voltmeter across the terminals of the fuse.
- Starting at the fuse block, wiggle the wiring harness about six to eight inches apart and watch the voltmeter/test lamp.
- If the voltmeter registers voltage or the test lamp glows, there is a short to ground in that general area of the wiring harness.