Good earth, driver's side

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Good earth, driver's side

Post by TerryG » Mon Oct 31, 2011 11:09 am

Can anyone save me time rooting around under the dash by pointing me in the direction of a good point for earthing an accessory?
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Re: Good earth, driver's side

Post by rita » Mon Oct 31, 2011 11:19 am

Your right knee position under the dash,there should be an earth bracket with a designated bolt(set screw)

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Re: Good earth, driver's side

Post by TerryG » Mon Oct 31, 2011 11:37 am

Hmm, just had a squint with the fuse cover and under-steering plastic panel removed, and can't see it. Is it behind the fuses?
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Re: Good earth, driver's side

Post by TerryG » Mon Oct 31, 2011 12:06 pm

Ah yes, think I've got it. The screw was rather hidden by the alarm system box that's been crammed in there.
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Re: Good earth, driver's side

Post by daveblueozzie » Mon Oct 31, 2011 12:32 pm

By your left leg drivers side centre console small panel at bottom, two good earth points using the bolts.
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Re: Good earth, driver's side

Post by M 80NGO » Mon Oct 31, 2011 5:12 pm

Under the centre console there are a couple easy peasy lemon squeezy, thats where i earthed my LED green footwells 8)
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Re: Good earth, driver's side

Post by TerryG » Tue Nov 01, 2011 9:34 am

I'm spoilt for choice! Thanks folks
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