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the negative is closer to the firewall

The negative cable is connected to ground. It may be connected to the engine block or the frame of the vehicle. The negative cable connection is also slightly smaller than the positive.

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Q: Battery hookup for 1999 ford escort zx2 can't tell pos form neg cable both black?
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