After reassembly, how should you verify electrical connections?

• A. Visually inspect and use a circuit tester to verify continuity and absence of open circuits.
• B. Rely only on a road test.
• C. Verify by torque alone.
• D. Use a multimeter to verify continuity and correct operation after reassembly.

Answer: (D)

Verifying electrical connections after reassembly requires confirming a solid, low-resistance path and that the circuit functions as intended. A multimeter is the right tool because it can check continuity and measure resistance, ensuring there’s no open or high-resistance connection, and then you can verify proper operation when the system is powered. Visual inspection alone can miss poor contacts, and a road test won’t pinpoint intermittent or high-resistance faults. Torque is about fasteners, not electrical integrity, so it doesn’t verify the circuit. Use the multimeter to check continuity between the correct points, confirm expected resistance, and then perform a functional test to ensure the system operates as designed.