VW uses BROWN wire for grounds. Black is generally +12, key power on.

Mark

Brian Wasson wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> While doing some work today on my 88 Westy, I noticed a black wire near
> the fuse box that was hanging loose, with a bare end that looked jagged
> (like it had been torn off something). After an hour of searching and
> peering at the Bentley manual, I can't figure out where it's from. It's
> a solid black wire, about 10 or 8 gauge (one of the thickest wires in
> the area).
>
> Anybody have an idea where it goes? I've taped it off for the time
> being, but it seems like it must be a ground wire for something
> important if its 10 gauge.
>
> Thanks!
> Brian Wasson
> Abington, Pa.
>