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Originally Posted by PKRWUD

Yes, there is something you can do to try and avoid problems. If you have the wires out, you can use a multimeter, set to ohms, and measure the resistance in the wire, from one end to the other. A wire that has suffered damage, but that hasn't melted the insulation, will have much higher resistance than the others. Also, feel the wires for soft spots. A soft, spongey feeling area in the wire means that part is damaged, and must be replaced.

I gotta say, I admire your determination!

Also, I don't know if they are in your car or not, but the horns are usually in the same circuit as the cigarette lighter.

Great advice from Chris on using the ohm meter to look for "fried wires". He almoist always has some valuable "pearl" regarding automotive problems.

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