Code 36: Hi-Res Failure
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Burning Brakes
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From: OH
Code 36: Hi-Res Failure
So today is the 2nd time I've had a Code 36, and my engine died on me. First time was last week, was going about 70mph on the freeway. Tranny went for a downshift and suddenly the engine died. Came right back in but with a code. Got home, cleared the code, and hasn't done anything until today. Stopped on my driveway, went into reverse, engine dies. Started the car back up, code was back. Cleared it, seems its constant now.
Two questions. I thought with a Code 36 the engine shouldn't die, just loose performance. Second, is the DynaSpark opti replacement worth the money, or should I try upgrading to a vented unit?
Two questions. I thought with a Code 36 the engine shouldn't die, just loose performance. Second, is the DynaSpark opti replacement worth the money, or should I try upgrading to a vented unit?
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2000
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From: San Pedro CA
that is most certianly an opti failure.
It could last a week, a month, or an hour.
Dynaspark is a serious piece, I like it. And it has a cheap maintenance schedule - $250.00 or so, for all new guts.
It could last a week, a month, or an hour.
Dynaspark is a serious piece, I like it. And it has a cheap maintenance schedule - $250.00 or so, for all new guts.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2000
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From: Fremont Oh
yup opti... Mine would loose fire if i stayed in it it would set a code and run as you said at reduced performance... or it would stall I'd struggle for a few moments to get the car relit and it wouod set a code...
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Burning Brakes
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From: OH
Well the DynaSpark comes with the updated stuff + venting.
I know if I switch to a 95-96 model I would need new parts, can't recall everything (timing cover, timing gears, etc). But the question is, can I do it any cheaper then the DynaSpark (believe its around 600)?
I know if I switch to a 95-96 model I would need new parts, can't recall everything (timing cover, timing gears, etc). But the question is, can I do it any cheaper then the DynaSpark (believe its around 600)?
