Installing a remote starter need to find ground wire

Tiny
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  • 1999 NISSAN PATHFINDER
  • 3.3L
  • V6
  • 4WD
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  • 200,000 MILES
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?
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Saturday, May 16th, 2020 AT 5:57 AM

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Tiny
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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
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Saturday, May 16th, 2020 AT 6:41 AM
Tiny
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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.
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Saturday, May 16th, 2020 AT 7:08 AM
Tiny
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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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Saturday, May 16th, 2020 AT 7:37 AM
Tiny
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So the black wire will only show ground only when in Park or Neutral?
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Saturday, May 16th, 2020 AT 7:43 AM
Tiny
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Correct. It will only show ground in park and neutral as the diagram shows.

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Saturday, May 16th, 2020 AT 8:06 AM

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