Starts then dies every time
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7th Gear
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From: Gardnerville Nevada
Starts then dies every time
I have a 1985 corvette that was running fine until one day it wouldnt start and I figured out that it was bad spark plugs. So I replaced the plugs and the wires and now it will start but then die within two seconds. Ive tried everything I can think of. I checked my TPS voltage, the MAF, the fuel pressure. Any help would be appreciated.
Racer
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From: Woodinville WA
I have a 1985 corvette that was running fine until one day it wouldnt start and I figured out that it was bad spark plugs. So I replaced the plugs and the wires and now it will start but then die within two seconds. Ive tried everything I can think of. I checked my TPS voltage, the MAF, the fuel pressure. Any help would be appreciated.
Heel & Toe
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Have the same problem, found if I push on the connection plug of the VAT Module it starts thought I had it fixed but problem came back, I hope the connection of the wire that sends the 5 volt signal to the ecm to pulse injectors is not making contact on mine, hopfully not a circuit board problem, I'm not that good at soldering.
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7th Gear
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From: Gardnerville Nevada
To test for pulse I plugged a test light into the end of the injector harness and when cranking it didn't blink at all. And I believe it is but I'm going to double check to make sure that I have good connections everywhere.
Team Owner
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A noid light is usually used to check for pulse. I don't think a regular test light can be conclusive, although I have never tried since I have an Actron fuel injector and harness tester.
