93 ZJ staring problem
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Re: 93 ZJ staring problem
Ron Croonenberg did pass the time by typing:
> Ok, I did that...
>
> it blinks 5 times, twice. And that means that the code is 55 meaning
> that the test was completed (right ?) I didn't see any other codes.
>
> Question is, would the code only appear when the problem is there ?
> (If not mistaken that computer "remembers" the last error code...
> right ?)
55 is the end of codes. That means the problem is something the computer
doesn't monitor. The computer will store all faults so you can have
multiple codes, but it's an older diagnostics system and doesn't track
everything.
No codes just means a lot more looking around to find the problem. :/
Next time it doesn't start try disconnecting and reconnecting the
plug that runs to the crankshaft position sensor. The plug is right
back by the dipstick.
http://www.revbeergoggles.com/Fixes/...tml#CPSdetails
Long list.. just thinking about possible issues.
Ignition coil
A coil having problems usually causes a real rough start and warm-up
but then smooths out. Up till it just fails and nothing starts.
Fuel filter
A dirty filter can cause hard starts but more often shows up as poor
acceleration or pinging under load.
Dirty throttle body
If the IAC (Idle Air Controller) is plugged up, starting will be hard
and the idle will be very rough.
This is the point where having the service manual is a "good thing"
there are lots of tests for all the various sensors. If you don't have
one I'd suggest getting one. It isn't cheap, but the first few jobs
pay for it.
--
DougW
> Ok, I did that...
>
> it blinks 5 times, twice. And that means that the code is 55 meaning
> that the test was completed (right ?) I didn't see any other codes.
>
> Question is, would the code only appear when the problem is there ?
> (If not mistaken that computer "remembers" the last error code...
> right ?)
55 is the end of codes. That means the problem is something the computer
doesn't monitor. The computer will store all faults so you can have
multiple codes, but it's an older diagnostics system and doesn't track
everything.
No codes just means a lot more looking around to find the problem. :/
Next time it doesn't start try disconnecting and reconnecting the
plug that runs to the crankshaft position sensor. The plug is right
back by the dipstick.
http://www.revbeergoggles.com/Fixes/...tml#CPSdetails
Long list.. just thinking about possible issues.
Ignition coil
A coil having problems usually causes a real rough start and warm-up
but then smooths out. Up till it just fails and nothing starts.
Fuel filter
A dirty filter can cause hard starts but more often shows up as poor
acceleration or pinging under load.
Dirty throttle body
If the IAC (Idle Air Controller) is plugged up, starting will be hard
and the idle will be very rough.
This is the point where having the service manual is a "good thing"
there are lots of tests for all the various sensors. If you don't have
one I'd suggest getting one. It isn't cheap, but the first few jobs
pay for it.
--
DougW
#12
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Posts: n/a
Re: 93 ZJ staring problem
Ron Croonenberg did pass the time by typing:
> Ok, I did that...
>
> it blinks 5 times, twice. And that means that the code is 55 meaning
> that the test was completed (right ?) I didn't see any other codes.
>
> Question is, would the code only appear when the problem is there ?
> (If not mistaken that computer "remembers" the last error code...
> right ?)
55 is the end of codes. That means the problem is something the computer
doesn't monitor. The computer will store all faults so you can have
multiple codes, but it's an older diagnostics system and doesn't track
everything.
No codes just means a lot more looking around to find the problem. :/
Next time it doesn't start try disconnecting and reconnecting the
plug that runs to the crankshaft position sensor. The plug is right
back by the dipstick.
http://www.revbeergoggles.com/Fixes/...tml#CPSdetails
Long list.. just thinking about possible issues.
Ignition coil
A coil having problems usually causes a real rough start and warm-up
but then smooths out. Up till it just fails and nothing starts.
Fuel filter
A dirty filter can cause hard starts but more often shows up as poor
acceleration or pinging under load.
Dirty throttle body
If the IAC (Idle Air Controller) is plugged up, starting will be hard
and the idle will be very rough.
This is the point where having the service manual is a "good thing"
there are lots of tests for all the various sensors. If you don't have
one I'd suggest getting one. It isn't cheap, but the first few jobs
pay for it.
--
DougW
> Ok, I did that...
>
> it blinks 5 times, twice. And that means that the code is 55 meaning
> that the test was completed (right ?) I didn't see any other codes.
>
> Question is, would the code only appear when the problem is there ?
> (If not mistaken that computer "remembers" the last error code...
> right ?)
55 is the end of codes. That means the problem is something the computer
doesn't monitor. The computer will store all faults so you can have
multiple codes, but it's an older diagnostics system and doesn't track
everything.
No codes just means a lot more looking around to find the problem. :/
Next time it doesn't start try disconnecting and reconnecting the
plug that runs to the crankshaft position sensor. The plug is right
back by the dipstick.
http://www.revbeergoggles.com/Fixes/...tml#CPSdetails
Long list.. just thinking about possible issues.
Ignition coil
A coil having problems usually causes a real rough start and warm-up
but then smooths out. Up till it just fails and nothing starts.
Fuel filter
A dirty filter can cause hard starts but more often shows up as poor
acceleration or pinging under load.
Dirty throttle body
If the IAC (Idle Air Controller) is plugged up, starting will be hard
and the idle will be very rough.
This is the point where having the service manual is a "good thing"
there are lots of tests for all the various sensors. If you don't have
one I'd suggest getting one. It isn't cheap, but the first few jobs
pay for it.
--
DougW
#13
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: 93 ZJ staring problem
Ron Croonenberg did pass the time by typing:
> Ok, I did that...
>
> it blinks 5 times, twice. And that means that the code is 55 meaning
> that the test was completed (right ?) I didn't see any other codes.
>
> Question is, would the code only appear when the problem is there ?
> (If not mistaken that computer "remembers" the last error code...
> right ?)
55 is the end of codes. That means the problem is something the computer
doesn't monitor. The computer will store all faults so you can have
multiple codes, but it's an older diagnostics system and doesn't track
everything.
No codes just means a lot more looking around to find the problem. :/
Next time it doesn't start try disconnecting and reconnecting the
plug that runs to the crankshaft position sensor. The plug is right
back by the dipstick.
http://www.revbeergoggles.com/Fixes/...tml#CPSdetails
Long list.. just thinking about possible issues.
Ignition coil
A coil having problems usually causes a real rough start and warm-up
but then smooths out. Up till it just fails and nothing starts.
Fuel filter
A dirty filter can cause hard starts but more often shows up as poor
acceleration or pinging under load.
Dirty throttle body
If the IAC (Idle Air Controller) is plugged up, starting will be hard
and the idle will be very rough.
This is the point where having the service manual is a "good thing"
there are lots of tests for all the various sensors. If you don't have
one I'd suggest getting one. It isn't cheap, but the first few jobs
pay for it.
--
DougW
> Ok, I did that...
>
> it blinks 5 times, twice. And that means that the code is 55 meaning
> that the test was completed (right ?) I didn't see any other codes.
>
> Question is, would the code only appear when the problem is there ?
> (If not mistaken that computer "remembers" the last error code...
> right ?)
55 is the end of codes. That means the problem is something the computer
doesn't monitor. The computer will store all faults so you can have
multiple codes, but it's an older diagnostics system and doesn't track
everything.
No codes just means a lot more looking around to find the problem. :/
Next time it doesn't start try disconnecting and reconnecting the
plug that runs to the crankshaft position sensor. The plug is right
back by the dipstick.
http://www.revbeergoggles.com/Fixes/...tml#CPSdetails
Long list.. just thinking about possible issues.
Ignition coil
A coil having problems usually causes a real rough start and warm-up
but then smooths out. Up till it just fails and nothing starts.
Fuel filter
A dirty filter can cause hard starts but more often shows up as poor
acceleration or pinging under load.
Dirty throttle body
If the IAC (Idle Air Controller) is plugged up, starting will be hard
and the idle will be very rough.
This is the point where having the service manual is a "good thing"
there are lots of tests for all the various sensors. If you don't have
one I'd suggest getting one. It isn't cheap, but the first few jobs
pay for it.
--
DougW