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Posted by: Beechwoodtitle Aug 28 2016, 01:41 PM

Friends, continuously blowing fuse S9 on 1974 2.0. Any suggestions?

Thanks

Posted by: Jeff Bowlsby Aug 28 2016, 03:52 PM

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Posted by: 914Bryan Aug 28 2016, 05:57 PM

From what fuse would I wire up my radio from?

Posted by: PancakePorsche Aug 29 2016, 01:08 AM

Most radio installs had a in-line fuse holder on the 12+ radio wire, connected to un-fused, switched 12+ buss on plate. Use 5A or less fuse !

Posted by: Beechwoodtitle Aug 29 2016, 06:08 AM

Dear Jeff, what might make that fuse blow each time I start the car??

Thanks

Gregory

Posted by: Mueller Aug 29 2016, 07:55 AM

I'm not Jeff, but I driven with him!


I'd look for a broken wire and if you cannot find one then remove bulbs and start putting them back in.

Have you replaced a bulb lately? Correct bulb? Nothing broke or twisted when installing it?

Posted by: Dave_Darling Aug 29 2016, 03:31 PM

If S9 blows every time you turn your headlights (or just parking lights) on, look for license plate lights that have been wired backwards... Yes, the ground/power does matter!

--DD

Posted by: 76-914 Aug 29 2016, 03:53 PM

Also, those license wires are known to be a PITA and can easily short where they pass thru the rear panel (missing grommet) or where the little spade connectors short out against the bumper.