The positive terminal on the battery grounded out and there is no power to anything and no fuses are blown how can you locate fusible links or what else could have happened?

1. What is the fuse on my battery terminal?
2. What fuse would cause my car not to start?
3. Can a blown fuse drain a car battery?
4. What is the small wire on the positive battery terminal?
5. Does fuse go on positive or negative?
6. Can a bad ground cause an alternator not to charge?
7. Is there a fuse that controls the alternator?
8. Why won't my car start but has power?
9. Where is the ignition switch fuse?
10. Will a car start with a blown alternator fuse?

What is the fuse on my battery terminal?

The fuse is to protect circuits that are always hot (have power at all times) like the car radio. The circuit is unswitched so there must be protection if the wiring accidentally short circuits! Otherwise the wiring will melt in a short circuit because of intense heavy current and could cause a fire.

What fuse would cause my car not to start?

Faulty Fuse

A damaged or blown fuse can prevent power from reaching the starter relay, which is needed to provide the spark, the ignition, and the power to move your vehicle.

Can a blown fuse drain a car battery?

However, if there's an electrical problem – such as faulty wiring, poor installation, and defective fuses – parasitic drain can exceed what's normal and deplete the battery.

What is the small wire on the positive battery terminal?

Positive battery cables are larger and red. They are used to connect the battery to the starter motor and the electrical system. The negative cable is smaller and black. It is used to ground the electrical parts and connect to the negative post of the battery.

Does fuse go on positive or negative?

The fuses are placed in the positive lines from the battery and close to the battery. If a fault occurs on the line between the fuse and the load the fuse blows and current flow stops. A ground fault on the return line is unlikely to cause any problems as there is no significant voltage on it.

Can a bad ground cause an alternator not to charge?

Poor ground connections are an often-overlooked cause of low charging output and alternator failure. ... Voltage drops on the positive side of the charging circuit can cause undercharging.

Is there a fuse that controls the alternator?

There are 2 fuses for the alternator. One is usually a fusable link (wire) for connecting the stator diodes to the battery, and a lower value fuse (10 to 30 amp) for protecting the field (rotor).

Why won't my car start but has power?

A failure of the starter motor can be a reason why your car won't start but has power. ... To confirm that it is indeed a starter motor issue, you can diagnose a dead battery or alternator. If these are working, and the engine won't crank at all, the starter motor is most likely your culprit.

Where is the ignition switch fuse?

The ignition relay is usually found in the fuse box situated underneath the hood or somewhere under the car's dashboard. It transfers electricity from the battery to the ignition components, which allows you to start the car in the blink of an eye.

Will a car start with a blown alternator fuse?

If the alternator's fuse or fusible link is blown, the alternator will not be able to charge the battery. The battery then doesn't store enough power for starting the car or keeping it running.