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Old Sep 5, 2009 | 07:25 PM
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got a 91 coming to the garage, guy says it starts and runs fine but cuts off after 20 mins. of driving and wont start again for about an hour, then run fine again for another 20 mins. what could this be? anyone experience this? he claims he's changed several sensors.
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Old Sep 5, 2009 | 07:37 PM
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Two things to look at first that can cause this problem, injectors failing after they get hot, or a bad ignition module. I would check module first its not a lot of money to get a replacement
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Old Sep 5, 2009 | 08:04 PM
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Any codes? If not I'd check ignition coil and ICM first
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Old Sep 5, 2009 | 08:07 PM
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Originally Posted by aboatguy
any codes? If not i'd check ignition coil and icm first
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Old Sep 5, 2009 | 08:21 PM
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do i need a code reader or can i use the ignition to pull codes through the dash lights?
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Originally Posted by rebc3
do i need a code reader or can i use the ignition to pull codes through the dash lights?
With a paperclip in the ADL you can pull the codes...

there are a million links that pop if you do a search

I'm an LT1 guy and I have scanning softwear so I cannot vouch for the veracity of this site:

http://www.neilkline.com/Tech%20Tips/obdcodes.htm


But give it a try

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Old Sep 6, 2009 | 07:50 AM
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1985-1991: ECM Codes
Code #12: Normal No Codes.
Code #13: Open Oxygen Sensor Circuit.
Code #14: Coolant Sensor Circuit Low.
Code #15: Coolant Sensor Circuit High.
Code #21: Throttle Position Sensor High.
Code #22: Throttle Position Sensor Low.
Code #23: Manifold Air Temperature Circuit High.
Code #24: Vehicle Speed Sensor.
Code #25: Manifold Air Temperature Circuit Low.
Code #32: EGR System Failure.
Code #33: Mass Air Flow Sensor High.
Code #34: Mass Air Flow Sensor Low.
Code #36: Mass Air Flow Sensor Burn-Off Function Fault.
Code #41: Cylinder Select Error.
Code #42: Electronic Spark Timing.
Code #43: Electronic Spark Control.
Code #44: Lean Exhaust indication.
Code #45: Rich Exhaust Indication.
Code #46: Vehicle Anti Theft Fault.
Code #51: Faulty Mem-Cal.
Code #52: Fuel Calpak Missing.
Code #52: (1990-91 Corvette Only): Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Low.
Code #53: System Over Voltage.
Code #54: Fuel Pump Circuit Low Voltage.
Code #55: Defective ECM.
Code #62: Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit High.
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Old Sep 6, 2009 | 10:19 AM
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not to steal this guys thread or anything. But where is the test port on a 1990 and what terminals are connected to flash the check engine light?
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Originally Posted by jeffp1167
not to steal this guys thread or anything. But where is the test port on a 1990 and what terminals are connected to flash the check engine light?
Click on the link posted from aboatguy all the info is right there
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Originally Posted by floridamale
Click on the link posted from aboatguy all the info is right there
Yeah what he said

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My guess is ignition module.
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could also be fuel pump after it gets hot.. ck for fuel pressure when it fails.
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thanks for all the help. i will let ya'll know what happens.
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Old Sep 6, 2009 | 08:34 PM
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Some of the big box autoparts stores will check your ICM and coil for free if you carry them into the store.. However, often you get what you paid for.

Mike
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