Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 2016, Service Manual

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that it is also possible for a 5 Volt sensor reference voltage to short to an adjacent circuit, which can also cause
electrical failures and DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Code) to be stored.
When tracing a wire that is suspect, carefully check the circuit diagram before starting. Remember:
a wire may diverge at a splice and go off to feed other circuits. If these circuits are working, check for wiring
faults from the splice onwards.
the circuit diagram is not an accurate guide to the actual location of the parts when fitted on the bike. It is a
schematic diagram of the circuits.
particularly where engine management items are concerned, the circuit is only completed by the ECM. If the
ECM is not connected, the circuit may register as open.
To Check Continuity:
CAUTION
Ensure the circuit being tested is switched off before measuring continuity. Damage to the Digital Multi Meter
(DMM) may result from testing a 'live' circuit with the meter set to resistance (Ω).
In the example below, the ground circuit continuity is being tested from the battery to the frame.
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Locate each end of the wire.
Set the Digital Multi Meter (DMM) to resistance check Ohms.
Probe each end of the wire.
If there is continuity, the meter will usually bleep or register the resistance of the cable.
A high resistance figure could indicate a dirty or corroded connection.
If there is a break in the wire, the meter will not bleep or register a resistance.
By probing the wire in various places, the position of a high resistance or break in the wire (open circuit) can
be narrowed down until it is found.
To Measure Voltage:
In the example below, the circuit voltage is being measured at the bulb positive (+) terminal.
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