Question:

It is an RF ground, used to reduce radiation of underhood electromagnetic emissions (ignition, etc.). It works both ways, in case you’re ever sitting next to Bubba and his 100 watt CB. Bubba has been known to completely shut down engines on Chrysler products when talking to ‘Gatorboy. Probably a good idea to replace yours, if it’s convenient.

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> What is the function of the strap that is attached on the t under the hood of  a > 1992 Explorer.  The weave looking strap  is located on the rear right side of > the hood  and attaches  to some grounding point in the engine compartment. It > looks like it is held in place with tiny metal clips. Mine is tearing and ready > to fall off and I was wondering how important it is.

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What is the function of the strap that is attached on the t under the hood of  a 1992 Explorer.  The weave looking strap  is located on the rear right side of the hood  and attaches  to some grounding point in the engine compartment.  It looks like it is held in place with tiny metal clips. Mine is tearing and ready to fall off and I was wondering how important it is.

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Used to cut down on RFI interference….. used to be to protect your listening pleasure from yourself. — Jim Warman

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -> What is the function of the strap that is attached on the t under the hood of  a > 1992 Explorer.  The weave looking strap  is located on the rear right side of > the hood  and attaches  to some grounding point in the engine compartment. It > looks like it is held in place with tiny metal clips. Mine is tearing and ready > to fall off and I was wondering how important it is.

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