Electric problems
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Electric problems
In the past year I purchased the "dreaded 2005" corvette convertible. I was unaware of the issues with that model. I have gotten several items taken care of but am once again unable to start the care due to electrical issues.
Start button does not light up, when pressed it doesn't do anything.
Battery is fully charged.
Electronic door locks to open door do not work
After market radio installed by previous owner does not shut off and may be part of the problem.
Clicked behind the seats appears to be a relay but not sure
Any suggestions on what I can look for.
Start button does not light up, when pressed it doesn't do anything.
Battery is fully charged.
Electronic door locks to open door do not work
After market radio installed by previous owner does not shut off and may be part of the problem.
Clicked behind the seats appears to be a relay but not sure
Any suggestions on what I can look for.
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You may want to start with the ignition switch/button. Just a guess but when I bought my 09 I had similar issues, no green light and especially the radio doing weird things. The switch powers a bunch of accessories. I replaced it, it was only $55, and those issues went away and haven't returned.
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In the past year I purchased the "dreaded 2005" corvette convertible. I was unaware of the issues with that model. I have gotten several items taken care of but am once again unable to start the care due to electrical issues.
Start button does not light up, when pressed it doesn't do anything. Battery is fully charged. Electronic door locks to open door do not work After market radio installed by previous owner does not shut off and may be part of the problem. Clicked behind the seats appears to be a relay but not sure Any suggestions on what I can look for.
Start button does not light up, when pressed it doesn't do anything. Battery is fully charged. Electronic door locks to open door do not work After market radio installed by previous owner does not shut off and may be part of the problem. Clicked behind the seats appears to be a relay but not sure Any suggestions on what I can look for.
If you have the stock radio, etc, I suggest putting everything back to stock and see where you are. It certainly could be in the ECM but eliminate funky wiring (or at least verify the wiring) first.
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I have the “dreaded” 05, and it died on me due to me leaving the glovebox open for a couple days (which has a light in it). I’ve since replaced the battery and remember to shut the glove box (and put in R) before shutting her down. Shes been good to me since. I’d suggest going back to the factory radio. Best of luck.
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I too have the "dreaded '05" which I love. Never any electrical issues. You don't say if the battery is loosing charge or not. As suggested check fob batteries. I would absolutely not rush to replace the radio as I highly suspect it's NOT your problem. If it doesn't shut off when you turn off the car off then it's not wired correctly but that should be an easy fix, just need to be sure it's wired to a switched source not a hot all the time source. How old is your battery?? Do you keep it on a tender??
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You may want to start with the ignition switch/button. Just a guess but when I bought my 09 I had similar issues, no green light and especially the radio doing weird things. The switch powers a bunch of accessories. I replaced it, it was only $55, and those issues went away and haven't returned.
Vinny R
Thank you for your suggestion.
Is the part you replaced the one on the dashboard or the one on the started motor?
I ordered, and will have tomorrow, the one on the dashboard. I hope to be able to install that soon. Did you replace it yourself, and if so, was it very complicated.
Madsonp
I did check the fob battery and it is good. Thank you for your suggestion
540 vette
My son and I have begun the process of looking into the wiring, not completed as yet. There are a couple of after market items, the radio being one, and a lighted windscreen that changes colors. It could be the relay for one or both of those. This is definitely a work in process.
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Yes, it was losing charge and we discovered that the light in the glove box was not turning off. We took care of that but now it is starting to have issues again.
Will be working on the wiring soon with my son.
Will be working on the wiring soon with my son.
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I too have the "dreaded '05" which I love. Never any electrical issues. You don't say if the battery is loosing charge or not. As suggested check fob batteries. I would absolutely not rush to replace the radio as I highly suspect it's NOT your problem. If it doesn't shut off when you turn off the car off then it's not wired correctly but that should be an easy fix, just need to be sure it's wired to a switched source not a hot all the time source. How old is your battery?? Do you keep it on a tender??
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Vinny
Vinny R
Thank you for your suggestion.
Is the part you replaced the one on the dashboard or the one on the started motor?
I ordered, and will have tomorrow, the one on the dashboard. I hope to be able to install that soon. Did you replace it yourself, and if so, was it very complicated.
Madsonp
I did check the fob battery and it is good. Thank you for your suggestion
540 vette
My son and I have begun the process of looking into the wiring, not completed as yet. There are a couple of after market items, the radio being one, and a lighted windscreen that changes colors. It could be the relay for one or both of those. This is definitely a work in process.
Vinny R
Thank you for your suggestion.
Is the part you replaced the one on the dashboard or the one on the started motor?
I ordered, and will have tomorrow, the one on the dashboard. I hope to be able to install that soon. Did you replace it yourself, and if so, was it very complicated.
Madsonp
I did check the fob battery and it is good. Thank you for your suggestion
540 vette
My son and I have begun the process of looking into the wiring, not completed as yet. There are a couple of after market items, the radio being one, and a lighted windscreen that changes colors. It could be the relay for one or both of those. This is definitely a work in process.
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Fixed one thing now another
Last week I noted an electrical problem and received some good advice.
I did replace the starter in my 2005 Corvette convertible, The battery in the keyfob was also replaced and the battery for the vehicle is new and has a full charge.
I now can start the car again and the strange clicking sound behind the seats has been silenced.
The top was down on the car and since I could not get pretty much anything electrically operated to work could not check on the top. When I tried the last couple of days with seemingly everything else in good shape, I could not get the top to even move. The button on the dash in the lower left to put the top down or up does not do a thing.
Anyone who has had this problem?
Please advise!
Jim M
I did replace the starter in my 2005 Corvette convertible, The battery in the keyfob was also replaced and the battery for the vehicle is new and has a full charge.
I now can start the car again and the strange clicking sound behind the seats has been silenced.
The top was down on the car and since I could not get pretty much anything electrically operated to work could not check on the top. When I tried the last couple of days with seemingly everything else in good shape, I could not get the top to even move. The button on the dash in the lower left to put the top down or up does not do a thing.
Anyone who has had this problem?
Please advise!
Jim M
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I have had a lot of work done on my 2005 Corvette and many things were repaired or replaced.
I STILL have an electrical issue though. Car has been running fine. Drove to the gym this morning and as I pulled in the parking lot it died...AGAIN! Upon further investigation, one of the cables had melted, this happened before with a bad battery. New battery was installed and new cables as well. so what is causing this now?
Would appreciate anyone else providing some information. About at the end of my rope with this car. Can't even sell it because I don't want to pass on this mysterious mess.
I STILL have an electrical issue though. Car has been running fine. Drove to the gym this morning and as I pulled in the parking lot it died...AGAIN! Upon further investigation, one of the cables had melted, this happened before with a bad battery. New battery was installed and new cables as well. so what is causing this now?
Would appreciate anyone else providing some information. About at the end of my rope with this car. Can't even sell it because I don't want to pass on this mysterious mess.
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There is a 'bulkhead in the trunk so stuff doesn't get into the top mechanism. If it is not latched in place the top will not operate.
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I have had a lot of work done on my 2005 Corvette and many things were repaired or replaced.
I STILL have an electrical issue though. Car has been running fine. Drove to the gym this morning and as I pulled in the parking lot it died...AGAIN! Upon further investigation, one of the cables had melted, this happened before with a bad battery. New battery was installed and new cables as well. so what is causing this now?
Would appreciate anyone else providing some information. About at the end of my rope with this car. Can't even sell it because I don't want to pass on this mysterious mess.
I STILL have an electrical issue though. Car has been running fine. Drove to the gym this morning and as I pulled in the parking lot it died...AGAIN! Upon further investigation, one of the cables had melted, this happened before with a bad battery. New battery was installed and new cables as well. so what is causing this now?
Would appreciate anyone else providing some information. About at the end of my rope with this car. Can't even sell it because I don't want to pass on this mysterious mess.
What cable ????????