Electrical connected directly to the negative terminal

Wiring an aftermarket fuse block for an 84 Suzuki GS550L involves a few steps. Here is a general guide to help you get started:

1. Determine the location where you want to mount the aftermarket fuse block. A good location would be near the battery or under the seat for easy access.
2. Locate the positive (+) and negative (-) wires coming from the battery. The positive wire should be red, and the negative wire should be black.
3. Connect the positive wire from the battery to the input terminal on the aftermarket fuse block. The input terminal is typically labeled "B+" or "Bat." Use a suitable gauge wire to ensure adequate current flow.
4. Connect the negative wire from the battery to the ground terminal on the aftermarket fuse block. The ground terminal is typically labeled "GND" or "Ground."
5. Identify the electrical components that you want to connect to the fuse block. The GS550L has various electrical components such as the headlights, turn signals, ignition, etc.
6. Determine the appropriate fuse rating for each electrical component. Refer to the owner's manual or the component manufacturer's specifications for the recommended fuse rating.
7. Connect each electrical component to a separate output terminal on the aftermarket fuse block. Each output terminal should be labeled with the electrical component name, and the wire gauge should match the component's power requirements.
8. Insert the appropriate fuse for each electrical component into the corresponding fuse holder on the aftermarket fuse block.
9. Test the electrical components to ensure that they are working correctly.

It is essential to follow the manufacturer's instructions and consult a qualified mechanic or electrician if you are unsure of any step. Also, ensure that you disconnect the battery before working on the electrical system to avoid any electrical shock or short circuits.

normally there is only one earth wire on a battery as all units earth through this wire to the negative terminal. I would not bother trying to reconnect the cut wires as this will lead to problems further on. Go to a wrecker that handles you model vehicle and get the positive terminal wiring loom and replace all the cut wires . Leave the negative terminal off while you are doing this.

Kia Sedona known for electrical grounding problems. Before spending any money, follow thick wires from battery negative terminal to body and to engine block. Disconnect and clean each connection, use oscillating sanding tool and #400 grit to polish the surface where negative wire connects and to polish the terminal end of the wire too. If unable to find a negative battery wire to engine block or transmission, buy one at Walmart $8 and install. You may need to replace your negative battery terminal to accommodate another wire. Most likely by cleaning the grounding or providing an express engine ground, your original electrical problem will have disappeared along with many others you may not have noticed. Be sure to remove and clean both battery terminals and connectors too.

Kia Sedona known for electrical grounding problems. Before spending any money, follow thick wires from battery negative terminal to body and to engine block. Disconnect and clean each connection, use oscillating sanding tool and #400 grit to polish the surface where negative wire connects and to polish the terminal end of the wire too. If unable to find a negative battery wire to engine block or transmission, buy one at Walmart $8 and install. You may need to replace your negative battery terminal to accommodate another wire. Most likely by cleaning the grounding or providing an express engine ground, your original electrical problem will have disappeared along with many others you may not have noticed. Be sure to remove and clean both batter terminals and connectors too.

Disconnect battery at negative terminal.

Remove all electrical connections by unscrewing or unfastening electrical wires.

Remove all bolts that hold the starter on after loosening the belt.

Get the replacement starter and installation is a reverse of the removal.,

For 1997 Ford Aspire 1.3L EFI SOHC 4cyl check this procedure...

Removal & Installation
Models With Automatic Transaxle

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the two upper starter motor retaining bolts.
3. Raise and support the vehicle using safety stands.
4. Loosen the two intake manifold support bolts and remove the support.
5. Loosen the support bracket bolts and remove the bracket.
6. Loosen the starter motor support nuts and washers, then remove the support.

When removing the hard shell connector at terminal S, grasp the plastic shell. Do not pull on the wire.

1. Disengage the S terminal connection from the solenoid.
2. Loosen the B terminal washer and nut, then disengage the electrical connection from the solenoid.
3. Loosen the lower starter motor bolt and remove the starter motor from the vehicle.

Fig. 2: Starter motor mounting and electrical connections-models with automatic transaxles (click for zoom)


To install:

1. Position the starter in the vehicle.
2. Install the lower starter motor bolt and tighten to 23-34 ft. lbs. (31-46 Nm).
3. Engage the S and B terminal electrical connections.
   

When installing the hard shell connector, be careful to push it straight on and make sure it locks in position with a notable click or detent.

1. Install the starter motor support and tighten the retainers to 35-44 inch lbs. (4-5 Nm).
2. Install the support bracket and tighten the retaining bolts.
3. Install the intake manifold support bracket and tighten the retainers to 12-14 ft. lbs. (16-22 Nm).
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Install the starter motor upper retaining bolts and tighten them to 23-34 ft. lbs. (31-46 Nm).
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Models With Manual Transaxle
See Figure 11

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Loosen the B terminal washer and nut, then disengage the electrical connection from the solenoid.
   

When removing the hard shell connector at terminal S, grasp the plastic shell. Do not pull on the wire.

1. Disengage the S terminal connection from the solenoid.
2. Remove the two starter support bolts.
3. Loosen the starter motor support nuts and washers, then remove the support.
4. Loosen the starter motor bolts and remove the starter motor from the vehicle.

Fig. 11: Starter motor mounting and electrical connections-models with manual transaxles (click for zoom)



To install:

1. Position the starter in the vehicle.
2. Install the starter motor bolts and tighten to 23-34 ft. lbs. (31-46 Nm).
3. Engage the S and B terminal electrical connections.
   

When installing the hard shell connector, be careful to push it straight on and make sure it locks in position with a notable click or detent.

1. Install the starter motor support and tighten the nuts to 35-44 inch lbs. (4-5 Nm).
2. Install the starter motor support bolts and tighten them to 14-18 ft. lbs. (19-25 Nm).
3. Connect the negative battery cable.

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Removal & Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle safely.
   NOTE When removing the hard shell connector at terminal -S-, grasp the plastic shell. Do not pull on the wire.
3. Disconnect the starter electrical harness.
4. Remove the upper starter bolt.
5. Support the starter and remove the lower bolt.
6. Remove the starter from the vehicle.
   
   
   Fig. The starter is located at the lower front of the engine, and is visible through the air duct
   

To install:

1. Position the starter in the vehicle.
2. Install the upper and lower bolts. Tighten to 15-20 ft. lbs. (20-27 Nm).
3. Connect the starter electrical harness. Tighten the starter cable nut to 80-124 inch lbs. (9-14 Nm).
   NOTE When installing the hard shell connector, be careful to push it straight on and make sure it locks in position with a notable click or detent.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

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There seems to be a no charge state in this case. i recommend checking the charging system. use the procedure below to isolate this issue.

Wear protective eye wear and clothing and remove all jewelry when checking your battery and charging system. Jewelry is a good conductor of electricity and is not recommended. Most batteries wear out every 3 to 5 years and need to be replaced. Always replace your battery with an equal replacement battery to assure proper operation. Automotive batteries have a +positive terminal (red), - negative terminal (black). Electricity is stored in the battery and then supplied to the vehicle when the engine is not running. While the engine is running the vehicles alternator charges the battery for future use. (Note: never disconnect the battery while the engine is running. If the battery cable is disconnected from the battery a spark can be generated which can cause the battery to explode or a major electrical malfunction to occur.)

To check a battery surface voltage, remove the positive terminal protective cover. Connect the +positive side meter lead (red) to the positive side battery terminal. Connect the - negative (black) side meter lead to the negative battery terminal. With the vehicle not running and the car sitting over night the battery voltage should be between 12.5 and 12.8 volts.(You will need to use a voltmeter for this testing procedure)

The alternator is rotated by a drive belt driven by the vehicles engine while it is running. Electrical voltage and amperage are generated to recharge the battery and supply voltage to the electrical system of the car. The alternator is held in place with mounting bolts. There is a main electrical wire on the rear of the alternator that supplies voltage to a main voltage junction box. If your alternator is not charging properly, your battery will slowly drain down from operating all the electrical systems in your car and stop the car from running.(most non charge states will be the cause of a loose belt or a low tension rate, due to a mis-adjusted alternator. make sure you have enough tension in the belt for full rotation of the alt pulley)

Next, you will need to check the alternators output with the Amp meter.

Testing the amperage output of the alternator is good for measuring the amount (not the level) of voltage the alternator can produce. This test can be tricky because if the alternator is weak it can still show it as producing amperage. Which is good, but if the voltage is low, it will still allow the battery to go dead. To check the amperage output of an alternator an amp meter is needed. Once the meter is connected start the engine. Next turn on all electrical accessories and raise the engine idle to about 1200 RPM. The alternator should output the max amperage it was designed to produce. Example: a 90 amp alternator should output about 88 amps. Note: An alternator cannot sustain maximum output for long periods of time. If the alternator is forced to operate at maximum output it will overheat and fail. An alternator is designed to operate at max amperage output only for a reasonable amount of time.

((Connect the voltage meter lead the same way you would in a battery static voltage check, Start engine (do not drive) at engine idle the voltage should be between 13.6 to 14.3 volts. If not the alternator may need replacing.)))

Use a wire brush to clean the battery terminals and the inside of the battery cables where they connect to the battery terminals. If that doesn't fix it, I suspect the problem is the negative connection from your battery to the car body/engine block. Follow the thick cable from the negative terminal of the battery to where it connects to engine block. Make sure you have a good clean metal to metal contact. Use an ohm meter to check to make sure this cable and connection is good. If the connection to the engine block is bad the hood light might still be able to work if it has a separate connection to the negative battery terminal.

Remove negative (-) battery terminal from battery. Remove drive belt from alternator pulley. Remove wiring harness (electrical connections) from alternator. Remove attaching bolts for alternator. Pry out alternator. Reverse steps to reinstall.