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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 02:10 PM
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What will happen if The car is running and the esc is unplugged.And also start the car without it plugged in.Just curious,Chasing a few problems!Thanks
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Old Sep 16, 2005 | 08:13 PM
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Do NOT unplug or plug in any sensor tied into the ECM with the ignition On.

You can start and even drive the car with the ESC module disconnected, but eventually the ECM will throw a code and you will risk detonation if you drive it that way.
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Thanks for the info.I was just curious
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Old Sep 17, 2005 | 12:44 AM
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What problems were you chasing?
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