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The large -Ground cable goes to the engine block, usually attached to a manifold bolt or altrnator bracket bolt.; separate smaller ground cable goes to chassis body.

Large cable is the main return path for the starter and alternator. Small chassis ground is return path for lights and instruments.

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Q: Where does the negative battery cable ground on 1990 Chevy 1500?
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