How to Use a Multimeter for Beginners - How to Measure Voltage, Resistance, Continuity and Amps

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In this video I go through the basic functions of a cheap multimeter, I cover how to measure AC and DC Voltage, how to measure resistance, how to test for continuity and how to measure amps. You can buy a multimeter for $5 at Harbor Freight and it will have these features and be more than enough for a diy'er. They look intimidating at first but once you know how to use the basic features it's very handy tool to have around the house. Whether you are trying to see if you have current at a wall socket or diagnosing sensors on your car or more delicate diagnosis on a circuit board a multimeter essential. Multimeter Used in Video: http://amzn.to/2bngr5q Please consider supporting this channel: https://www.patreon.com/Ratchets Please Consider Supporting My Channel at : https://www.patreon.com/RnW Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ratchets2015 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ratchets15 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ratchetsandwrenches Here are some other video's you may find interesting: How to fix a heater that blows cool: https://youtu.be/eai_tFzltLc Headlight Restoration: https://youtu.be/YHfrvX9GkX4 How a Car's A/C System Works: https://youtu.be/-INZ2sRrsuo How to Inspect Inner and Outer Tie Rod Ends: https://youtu.be/n3P26ggg5OU How does a PCV System work: https://youtu.be/5Kt5ubcQaK0 How does an EGR System Work: https://youtu.be/-ZXnZUs9kP8 How to clean a Throttle Body and EGR Valve: https://youtu.be/7DCTDMDo3JU How to Test an Ignition Coil Pack: https://youtu.be/XcmWa2Bt12U How to test a throttle position sensor: https://youtu.be/_skVHdgtMTU How to test a Mass Air Flow Sensor: https://youtu.be/p0ocaDmcAIM How to test an Ignition Coil Pack: https://youtu.be/XcmWa2Bt12U How to Completely Restore a Faded or Hazy Headlight: https://youtu.be/YHfrvX9GkX4 How to Remove Scratches from you car's finish without any tools (Turtle Wax Scratch Repair Kit): https://youtu.be/n0oEffJ5Gx4 If this video helped you out please don't forget to subscribe, give it a thumbs up or if you are feeling generous leaving a tip by clicking the " i " button on the top right corner of the screen. Thank you very much for your support! Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of Ratchetsand Wrenches, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. Ratchetsand Wrenches assumes no liability for any property or personal damage that may arise from doing a repair on your vehicle after watching any of my repair video's. Due to factors beyond the control of Ratchetsand Wrenches, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Again Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Ratchetsand Wrenches.