Author Topic: Engine grounding  (Read 236 times)

Gangway

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Engine grounding
« on: November 05, 2024, 07:11:11 »
I have two ground straps coming off the front of the engine - both are currently disconnected. One has what looks like a big condensor attached to it. Any idea where the grounds are supposed to go and what the condensor is?

BobH

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Re: Engine grounding
« Reply #1 on: November 05, 2024, 12:13:03 »
These sound like part of the radio noise suppression kit that could be ordered with the car

There are details and pictures in the Tech Manual, see Radio - Suppression, there are two downloads with details for 230's and 280's, but you need to register as a full member to access them

Looking again at your picture, this condenser may be associated with late 280's electronic ignition, does it look like this one?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BOSCH-IGNITION-CONDENSER-1-237-330-198-1237330198-N-O-S-/372650540642

It depends if you've changed your ignition whether it's still required
« Last Edit: November 05, 2024, 15:15:20 by BobH »
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