Fuse box replacement
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From: Valrico, fl
Fuse Box behind glove box.
I replaced the fuse box today. Now I have a question. Can I use a 2001 BCM. I have one, just wondering before I install it and try to fire up the engine.
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Now, if you turn the key (without starting) run the diagnostic and see what the codes are. Start there.
NOTE: I understand the desire to get the car running, but really that needs to be the LAST thing you do as you check all systems before you spin the motor.
Good luck!
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So you can replace the BCM, but it's not plug and play, you have to perform a BCM relearn procedure, otherwise the car will not even crank over, and a Tech II is needed to reprogram the options the car is equipped with.
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The BCM relearn procedure is here on this site, it basically consists of power on cycles with short power offs, make sure you have a charger on the battery. The relearn procedure is needed so the BCM learns the ignition keys resistor value.
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Your Welcome, you should also remove the front passenger tire and the fender panel to gain access to the PCM, pull the connectors and make sure the PCM connectors are also dry and free of corrosion. Forgot to mention that the relearn procedure also restores communications between the BCM and PCM. Hope this is helpful.
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Thanks, I was told that the PCM is Sealed pretty good, so I wasn't worried about it, but I wasn't thinking about the connections. I'll get on that next. Thank all of you for your help. This car is so nice I hate to part it out. By the way, does anyone know how to take the passenger seat out with it all the way back and it won't move forward. I can't get the 2 back bolts out. That should be another thread, I guess.
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Thanks, I was told that the PCM is Sealed pretty good, so I wasn't worried about it, but I wasn't thinking about the connections. I'll get on that next. Thank all of you for your help. This car is so nice I hate to part it out. By the way, does anyone know how to take the passenger seat out with it all the way back and it won't move forward. I can't get the 2 back bolts out. That should be another thread, I guess.
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I'll try the 12v trick. I don't see any way to get my hand underneath the seat. to get to the rears. I'm glad that there is a lot of help here. I was afraid that there would be a lot of consending remarks, but you guys are a lot of help. Thank you Corvette lovers.
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Here's a really helpful thread you will most likely need soon:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...re-report.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...re-report.html
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How about a 3/8s ratchet, with 8-10" worth of extensions and a u-joint, with a socket at the end?
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And yes, it is a great looking car. Completely worth your efforts if you can get it fixed.
Did the water get high enough to get into the top of the center console? If you can isolate the electrical damage to the passenger footwell, connections under the battery and some seat motors, you have a fighting chance.
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I got the 2 front nuts off. Because of the corrosion, they were very hard. I don't think I can get enough torque to unbreak the back ones. Besides of all the luck, the seat is all the way back and ALL the way DOWN. With that kind of luck, I don't think it is going to happen. If I keep the car, which I want to. I think it will remain in that position.
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Is it were me, removing the carpet would be a must... absolutely non negotiable. No way there isn't moisture and possibly mold under there. Maybe soak the books with your favorite penetrating oil