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Filament Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Infiniti G35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. When measuring voltage, wrap tin foil around the top of the negative probe. Then press the foil against the wire with your finger.
    Fig 1: Attaching Tin Foil Around Top Of Negative Probe
    G02158297Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Attach probe circuit tester (in Volt range) to middle portion of each filament.
    Fig 2: Attaching Probe Circuit Tester (In Volt Range) To Filament
    G02158298Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. If a filament is burned out, circuit tester registers 0 or battery voltage.
  4. To locate burned out point, move probe to left and right along filament. Test needle will swing abruptly when probe passes the point.
    Fig 3: Locating Burned Out Point
    G02158299Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.