99 malibu dead computer
#1
99 malibu dead computer
car quit , dash digital odometer is blank, scan tool can't communicate w/ computer
now it does start, scan tool, no communication, display still blank ..runs crappy, of couse
checked fuses, ok
where is computer physically located ..??
does it have the VIN # on it ..??
i am very suspiscious that the computer is a replacement to hide the originlal mileage.....
there has been an unbeliveable number of repairs to this POS, suppossed had 12k on it when purchased.................
now it does start, scan tool, no communication, display still blank ..runs crappy, of couse
checked fuses, ok
where is computer physically located ..??
does it have the VIN # on it ..??
i am very suspiscious that the computer is a replacement to hide the originlal mileage.....
there has been an unbeliveable number of repairs to this POS, suppossed had 12k on it when purchased.................
#2
I agree that the computer may have been swapped out in the past. However, before you conclude anything, be sure that you are following the correct procedure for your specific reader for pulling codes. For example, if your code reader requires the make and model, engine, etc, then be sure you select the correct options.
#3
Originally Posted by Lugnut
I agree that the computer may have been swapped out in the past. However, before you conclude anything, be sure that you are following the correct procedure for your specific reader for pulling codes. For example, if your code reader requires the make and model, engine, etc, then be sure you select the correct options.
dude ...
it's OBD2 ....
the dash fields that display computer generated data are black...
computer meltdown, i would say, need to find the unit to check ground, etc
if a rebuilt was installed, it makes sense it crapped out .....
thanks for taking the time to reply ...
#7
Originally Posted by duke spinner
don't foget, t runs ... badly ..
i think that would rul out the IGN switch ...
i think that would rul out the IGN switch ...
A faulty switch could make the computer unreadable by a scanner in the KOEO mode, yet the vehicle can start and the ECU can be read in the Engine Running mode
I think you're comp is toast though
Sorry I don't know where they are on a Malibu