Topic: Check engine light electrical problem
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Cramerton, NC - USA
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Vette(s): black 1982 coupe slate gray interior, 350 crossfire, 1985 fuel pump, Steeroids R&P conversion
Thanks Joel, NOPE, I didnt jump the wrong terminals....I didnt get that far before I let the smoke out of the computer...didnt even have the jumper in the car. Ill try disconnecting the ECM and checking tonight, its supposed to be a little warmer here tonight. There is a gound point on the frame just above the drivers side courtesy light that I found on a diagarm last night, going to check that first thing.Crossfire1982 2010-03-03 06:31:14
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Wow!! So the smoke escaped first, eh? That's not too gud! That could be a wiring problem that caused it, or it may have just took a doo-doo on it's own. However, since you replaced the ECM, and the light is still on, that would concern me a little.
I have an older Mitchell and Alldata program on one my other 'puters at home, but I gots no place to set -it up to use. Sure would help, I think. I may haffta find a spot in da garage to set it...
I have an older Mitchell and Alldata program on one my other 'puters at home, but I gots no place to set -it up to use. Sure would help, I think. I may haffta find a spot in da garage to set it...
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Vette(s): 1981 Great White Shark. Red Interior, 350/190 hp. PS, PB (SS), A/C CC, T-Tops. Served three years in Active Duty Army, then Retired Air Force after 34 years! Badger State Vettes Car Club. 175,000 Original miles!! Now own a 1998 C-5!
Crossfire 1982: Do you have a shop manual for your car?? Wireing diagram should be in it !! Send me a pm with a good contact number for you. I'll give you a buzz!!
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Vette(s): 1981 Great White Shark. Red Interior, 350/190 hp. PS, PB (SS), A/C CC, T-Tops. Served three years in Active Duty Army, then Retired Air Force after 34 years! Badger State Vettes Car Club. 175,000 Original miles!! Now own a 1998 C-5!
Was that battery disconnect switch part of the original acc for your car?? Or is this an after maket jober?? That may be the problem also!!!!
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Thanks Dan, I do have the factory service manual and have been pouring over the wiring diagrams, but I appreciate your offer. Battery cut off was not original.
Crossfire1982 2010-03-03 14:40:36
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