AuroraGirl
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some factory applications will ground to the exuast but then have a separate ground strap from the exhaust to the body/frame depending on application.Most O2 sensor heaters draw 4 - 6 amps some as high as 7amps. If it were me I'd fuse it at 10amps, but you could try a 7.5 and move up to a 10 amp if you need it. It is acceptable to ground the heater to a good ground, but it does really need to be a good ground, not a good enough ground like you can get away with somethings. At the shop when wiring an O2 sensor I decide if the frame or body will be better, then solder and shrink wrap the ground wire to an eyelet. Grind a spot of bare metal, attach the eyelet with a bolt and paint over to seal.
might be something to consider if the ehxaust is new or the space is tighter