Ground points

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Ground Points (1 Of 3)

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Fig 2: Identifying Ground Points (2 Of 3)

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Fig 3: Identifying Ground Points (3 Of 3)

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

The ground points on a car are a vital part of the car electrical system as all sub-system voltage levels have the ground point as a reference (0 V).

The illustrations above shows a ground point screw connection of the type found on the cylinder block (upper illustrations) and to the body (lower illustration). The arrowed lines show the path of the electric current through the contact point.

A poor contact on the ground point will have a negative impact on the car electrical systems. It is therefore very important that the ground point contact is in good order, that the screw is tight and the cable terminal is correctly crimped to the cable.

Especially important are ground points where several wires are connected to one ground point.

NOTE:

There should be no oxidation between the cable terminals and the screw head.

Installation

Always clean around screws, nuts and contact surfaces.