dnutheviper

I have a 89 240sx, and there seems to be a short somewhere in the electrical system. In the fuse box there is a "meter" that requires a 10amp fuse that blows everytime I turn the key on. What is the "meter" stand for? Also, when the car is off, there is a ticking nose from the reley under the hood near the 75amp alternator fuse. I have pull the fuse out at night so it doesn't drain my battery. Is there some simple test I can do to find the short. I replaced all the bulbs thinking it could have gotten rusted and that's not it. Also I can't get my rear wiper to stop wipping!!! haha...I have to pull the fuse for that too.

Recap on question:

-What is the "meter" stand for in the fuse box?
-Where is the flasher relay for the blinkers/hazards?
-Quick tips on troubleshooting electrical problems? I do have some basic tools, test light volt ohm meter.


Thanks

rogoman

The 'meter' fuse is for the dash gauges, speedometer, tachometer, automatic seat belt control unit and a few other items.

The flasher relay is located under the dash just left of the steering column.

Quick troubleshooting tips:
1 - disconnect the battery
2 - disconnect the alternator fuse; eliminates short indication
3 - disconnect the ECU harness connector; eliminates short indication

Use the ohmmeter to look for dead shorts.