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Subject:Re: What does x mean on fuse/relay panel wiring diagrams?
From:Bill Davidson
Date:Wed, 27 Sep 2000 12:03:51 -0700

> >I don't understand the 'load reduction' circuit(s).
> >Is there a reduction in voltage or is the 'load' turned off under certain
> >circumstances???
> >Can someone explain please?
>
> That's all the stuff that gets shut off while you're actually cranking --
> headlights etc.

So this 'load reduction' relay would be a 'normally closed' relay that
'opens' the circuit when the igniton switch is sending juice to the starter?
... thus shutting off the power users on the load reduction circuit in order
to supply maximup power to the starter? ... Is that right?

Thanks,
Bill
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