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Fiat 126 Chat => Fiat 126 Mechanical Problem Solving => Topic started by: The Doctor on February 25, 2006, 07:41:57 PM

Title: earth strap
Post by: The Doctor on February 25, 2006, 07:41:57 PM

Hi everyone. Finally got the engine in and out, many thanks to PaulB. Just one problem :oops:  the earth strap attached to the left side of the rear panel that holds the bumper, where does it fit on the engine? I fitted it to the dynamo and realised my mistake when the battery blue a big spark at me :!: but i think it goes somewhere quite close.  it is the only thing I forgot to note or picture.
if you could help tonight, by email if poss, it would be great.  thanks a bunch everyone
Graham

Title: earth strap
Post by: PaulB on February 26, 2006, 12:36:05 AM

The usual place on a 126 is the dynamo/alternator mount on the crankcase - use one of the mount bolts. Get everything clean for a good connection. Other end onto the rear crossbrace using one of the bolts on the left hand side.

Now you've had the engine out once, it will be quick in future - in may cases quicker than trying to work inside the engine compartment. Don't forget to give the oil filter a clean.

Title: earth strap
Post by: The Doctor on February 26, 2006, 07:48:35 AM

Hi Paul
thanks again for the advice - will look to fit it as you say. Got the idea now, engine in/out is pretty straightforward, but one tool is essential - a helper :!:  on your own is possible, but even this little machine weighs a few kilos and lifting it by yourself takes every ounce of strength, I know, cause now I'm knackered :!:
thanks again and will keep you posted.
best regards from a freezing czech republic (snowing again)
Graham

Title: earth strap
Post by: maxlee on March 01, 2006, 01:35:28 AM

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The usual place on a 126 is the dynamo/alternator mount on the crankcase - use one of the mount bolts

thats how it is on mine  
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Title: earth strap
Post by: paul harbinson. on March 01, 2006, 07:46:49 AM

Don't worry Graham it's snowing here too.......class :D