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How to wire a light switch

Before you attempt to fix a faulty light switch, make sure you understand the basics of light switch wiring.
A few weeks ago I was four-wheeling with some friends and their old Jeeps when disaster nearly struck. An electrical fire started in the engine compartment of one of the CJs and fried a wiring harness ...
Wire color codes are essential for safely matching electrical wires to their correct terminals, reducing errors, and recalling existing wiring setups. Color coding is crucial for distinguishing ...