Installing a remote starter need to find ground wire

1999 NISSAN PATHFINDER
200,000 MILES • 3.3L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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PACEY3182
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I had a random question. I'm trying to connect a component and the installation manual tells me to find the wire that "shows ground" under a certain condition. What does this mean and how can I determine this using a multi-meter?
May 16, 2020 at 5:57 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

What are you trying to install? I need specifics.

As far as the ground, you would need a test light for that. You can get one at any parts store.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Roy
May 16, 2020 at 6:41 AM
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PACEY3182
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I am installing a remote starter, I need to find the wire that shows ground from the park/neutral safety switch connector when the transmission is in park or neutral.
May 16, 2020 at 7:08 AM
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Okay, I attached a diagram for you to view. The black wire is the one you need for the ground.

Roy
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May 16, 2020 at 7:37 AM
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PACEY3182
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So the black wire will only show ground only when in Park or Neutral?
May 16, 2020 at 7:43 AM
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Correct. It will only show ground in park and neutral as the diagram shows.

Roy
May 16, 2020 at 8:06 AM