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Old Apr 25, 2004 | 11:51 AM
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Can someone explain what the "Paperclip in the ALDL" trick is?
I have an 88 L98........ Possible??
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Old Apr 25, 2004 | 11:58 AM
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Default Re: Paperclip in the ALDL? Explain? (DSSKing)

Here's a useful link for you that explains the process
http://www.c4vettes.com/ecm.htm
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Default Re: Paperclip in the ALDL? Explain? (DSSKing)

The paper clip is not the best method to short out A & B connectors. Go to Auto Zone and they will give you a free tool for this. It is just a stamped metal key that slips into the ALDL and allows one to read the codes for an OBD1 system.
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