EBCM Problems with c-6?
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EBCM Problems with c-6?
I sold my c-5 last summer because of the inherent ebcm problems these cars are famous for. Mine was a "99" and a really nice car but I was always worried about the ebcm going bad. I'm thinking about a c-6 but I was wondering if these cars are also prone to problems with the ebcm's? The c-5's between 1997 and 2000 can't even be fixed if the ebcm goes bad and a used one can cost well over $1000 if you can even find one.
Any input is appreciated.
Dave
Any input is appreciated.
Dave
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I sold my c-5 last summer because of the inherent ebcm problems these cars are famous for. Mine was a "99" and a really nice car but I was always worried about the ebcm going bad. I'm thinking about a c-6 but I was wondering if these cars are also prone to problems with the ebcm's? The c-5's between 1997 and 2000 can't even be fixed if the ebcm goes bad and a used one can cost well over $1000 if you can even find one.
Any input is appreciated.
Dave
Any input is appreciated.
Dave
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C5Wolf, from all my reading in the C6 section after getting my 2012 Grand Sport last August, I have not read anything about EBCM problems pertaining to the C6. Hopefully GM corrected the problems.
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No known issues, but I had to replace mine at 6000 miles, I have not seen many threads on the issue here, although I did find out while dealing with mine, its not just the Corvettes that GM had issues with.
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Jim, I think he is asking about the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) which is a problem on all C5's. Prior to 2001, the EBCM could not be repaired and a new one was not available any longer from the dealer or aftermarket. Used was the only way to go and it was expensive and prone to failure at any time. They were hard to find,especially for the early C5's that had the EBCM at the rear of the car. My 2003 had EBCM problems at 37k miles and was able to be sent off for repair. Another no longer available new part for prior 2001 C5's is the steering wheel position sensor.
C5Wolf, from all my reading in the C6 section after getting my 2012 Grand Sport last August, I have not read anything about EBCM problems pertaining to the C6. Hopefully GM corrected the problems.
C5Wolf, from all my reading in the C6 section after getting my 2012 Grand Sport last August, I have not read anything about EBCM problems pertaining to the C6. Hopefully GM corrected the problems.
I have done many EBCM repairs at my shop. The problem seems to be that the first generation EBCMs had cold solder joint problems and eventually they would break. Remove the controller (easily done) and send it out for repair. The later EBCMs had potted solder joints and boards so this pretty much eliminated the issue. The printed circuit board internals are also known as "streets".
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I just bought a AC Delco Refurbished EBCM for a 2002 Camaro SS with traction control. TCS/ABS will fail after a few minutes of driving. It's all dependent on the temperature outside. If it's cold no lights for a long time. If it's hot lights all the time. The place I got it from only has 1 left. I haven't installed it yet and will keep my fingers crossed that the brake, abs, tcs off light will no longer be lit when I drive it.
It's getting scary with all the late 90's GM car's electronics going bad. I hope a solution is found besides buying a new Vette. The early C5's still are awesome. The 4th gen Fbody needs love too.
It's getting scary with all the late 90's GM car's electronics going bad. I hope a solution is found besides buying a new Vette. The early C5's still are awesome. The 4th gen Fbody needs love too.
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Only problem you run into on the C-6 EBCM is a cold solder joint once in a blue moon on the board, and the solder joint is easy to fix with just a soldering iron (same problem as the C5's units, but not where so predominant on the C6's).
How to fix the C5 units,
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...r-fleabay.html
Really, preventative maintenance is the key to the Vets being either a money pit or not, and if you wrench on the car to stay in front of items before they become nightmares, then they are not that expensive to maintain at all.
Case and point with say a EBCM or temp controller that starts to have problems, and if you just take the time to resolve the cold solder joints, then the fix is completed at no parts cost.
On the other hand, if you are not wrenching on the car, and having to take it to a repair shop or dealer ever time it has a hiccup, then there is a reason that they offer brand new cars with full warranties instead.
How to fix the C5 units,
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...r-fleabay.html
Really, preventative maintenance is the key to the Vets being either a money pit or not, and if you wrench on the car to stay in front of items before they become nightmares, then they are not that expensive to maintain at all.
Case and point with say a EBCM or temp controller that starts to have problems, and if you just take the time to resolve the cold solder joints, then the fix is completed at no parts cost.
On the other hand, if you are not wrenching on the car, and having to take it to a repair shop or dealer ever time it has a hiccup, then there is a reason that they offer brand new cars with full warranties instead.
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