This is time for a learning lesson in DC Electricity. Find the battery under the back of the front seat and open the cover ,there are 2 posts on the battery one is marked (+) and may have red nearby ,the other post is marked (-) and has black nearby now follow each wire as far as you can until it bolts to the body. The one that bolts to the body is ground. This is a simple test and will always tell for sure if your car Neg or Pos ground. Not trying to be a smart ass just trying help the OP understand how to understand what he is looking at.
Stacy On Sat, Apr 18, 2015 at 7:29 AM, Jack Reynaert <jack007@comcast.net> wrote: > The Ground on ALL Vanagons is negative. > Be sure to remove the ground strap from the chasse and clean well with a > wire brush, and use Di-Electric grease before reconnecting. > A good ground is critical for optimal performance. > Also, check other ground straps by transmission, starter etc. do the same. > Inspect ALL positive wires for any nicks, since corrosion can get inside > the wire, causing resistance and improper signals from sensors to ECU. > A good idea to do this especially when a vehicle is stored outside in the > elements. > > Following these procedures will help insure a "positive" experience when > you venture out. > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf > Of Michael Kimball > Sent: Saturday, April 18, 2015 9:39 AM > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: Battery ground > > Does the 87 Vanagon have a positive ground elec. system >
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