Molded connector assembly for making electronically conductive connections with components in a vehicle engine compartment

A method of assembling a fuel injector assembly, comprising the steps of:

• providing a fuel rail, a plurality of fuel injectors and a communication bus having a body supporting at least one electrical conductor;
• supporting the fuel injectors on the fuel rail;
• and
• attaching the communication bus to the fuel injectors prior to shipping the assembly to a vehicle manufacturer.

A method of making an electrical connector for use within a vehicle compartment of a vehicle, comprising the steps of:

• determining a placement of a plurality of components within the engine compartment relative to each other;
• molding a plastic body including forming a plurality of connection terminals on the body in a placement relative to each other corresponding to the determined placement of the components;
• and
• supporting at least one electrical conductor within the body.