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Which wire is positive for 1984 Mercedes 380sl ac compressor?

There are usually two wires to power Mercedes 380sl ac compressors, one is 12V+ power supply, the other is ground wire.

On this model there is only one connector with two wires connected to the compressor; with the system OFF. one should have continuity to ground, the other should be open,

Positive Wire

- The wire that *shows continuity to ground* when disconnected is the positive wire

Neutral Wire

- The wire that shows open should be directly connected to the compressor coil.