Glossary / General

resistance

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Too Afraid to Ask

Resistance is like a blockage that makes it harder for electricity to flow. When things heat up, it can create more resistance, which can make it difficult for parts like the starter motor to work well.

Technical Definition

Resistance in electrical terms refers to the opposition to the flow of electric current. In the context of a starter motor, increased resistance due to heat can hinder its ability to function properly, making it harder to start the engine.

Hear It Discussed

"Thatwaythecustomercanaddaradiolessresistance,yeah,right. Anditcouldberunningonasix-voltsystemaswell."
Painless Wiring For Classic Cars In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 07:29

"...when things heat up the resistance goes up that's simple and that's what's happening to the starter heats up the resistance of the windings goes up and it makes it harder for it to turn..."
#2593: Driving Blind The Best of Car Talk 05:33

"Something's going on because the light says it's out, but it's not, if it sees the wrong wattage in that bulb, [634.9s] that's how it's going to say. The resistance is what turns the light on on..."
The Car Repair Experts Answering Any Car Question You Throw At Us Under The Hood show 10:29