1996 Subaru Legacy Fusible Link

1996 SUBARU LEGACY
2.5L • 4 CYL
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CNORTON43
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the FL is blown, how can I replace it and what do I replace it with? It looks like a piece of cable between two prongs...
Nov 24, 2014 at 9:42 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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You have to get the same thing to replace it. The link functions as a fuse, so you need something that will burn out at a specific amperage.
Nov 24, 2014 at 10:03 AM
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CNORTON43
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thanks for responding so quickly...how do I know the amperage..the fusible link is explained as a cable bridge instead of a fuse?
Nov 24, 2014 at 10:34 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Yes, it is basically a wire that functions as a fuse. It should have the amperage on it. Is there anything written on it?
Nov 24, 2014 at 5:21 PM