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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 10:50 AM
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My '81 is flashing codes 21 & 55 when the key is on.
There is no jumper on the ALDL.
Is the ECM bad?
Anyone see this before?
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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 11:25 AM
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Did you go through the test proceedure with the terminals shorted out to see if you get the code 12? I have the instructions for the 81 GM computer testing at home. If you can't get an answer and want them, drop me a PM and I'll find some way to get them to you.
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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 11:32 AM
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Yes I get code 12 first then 21 & 55.
It's like it is stuck in diognostic mode.
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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 11:34 AM
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Never saw it happen - try (1) disconnecting the battery for 5 minutes to see if that re-sets is; (2) unplug the ECM (assuming you can get to it). Guess I can't be of much help, sorry.
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Old Feb 3, 2006 | 08:14 AM
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