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Old 01-21-2013, 11:34 AM   #16
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I tried to get some codes back using the paper clip technique but only code it came back was #12 and that means normal.
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Old 01-23-2013, 05:37 PM   #17
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I tried to get some codes back using the paper clip technique but only code it came back was #12 and that means normal.
So you arent saying rough idle, or its hesitant when you get up on it -if you have- If you havent yet try and get it to start and then take it really quick for a small run and see if she is honestly telling you the truth. Get up on her and see if she trys to cut out or is slow to par.
I know this about old camaros, there used to be this thing called ''Death Camaro'' and that was they start and drive and after driven they dont start again. Its a curse. No offense at all, i was the proud owner of a 83 z28 5 spd with a 350 swap and a 90 RS.
You say it doesnt get hot? Hmmmmmm...
Try calling the dealership and see if theyve heard of your situation before. lmk whats up.
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Old 01-23-2013, 06:16 PM   #18
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Well being that you unplugged the battery prior to checking for codes you probably reset all the stored DTC's which is why you aren't getting any codes. I would drive it around for a while and then rescan for codes. A real-time scan would be better as you can see what's going on as its happening.

I'm leaning towards your summit brand opti as the problem. They have a high failure rate. There is a "diagnose the optispark" thread that's a sticky you should read and follow, but I wouldn't doubt you'll get a code 36 or 16 after a while.

TPS sensors can also mess with fueling calculations if their sending incorrect voltage to the PCM. I wouldn't just swap parts without properly diagnosing them, however.

To verify good spark, get a spark tester that places the circuit under load and will verify you are actually getting good spark. This can test the plugs and the coil.

One other thing about the ICM, it's best tested hot to try and replicate the problem. Like the processor in your computer, it will stop working when it gets too hot. That's why they supply thermal compound to be used when installing it, just like a new CPU. If you did not use thermal compound, it may have contributed to the problem. Since you already swapped it for a new one it's not the first thing to go back and check, but something to think about.


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Old 01-24-2013, 04:39 PM   #19
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Its in the shop right now my mechanic assured me it was the vats security gone bad so he is going to bypass the system
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VATS may be your problem of not starting, but it wouldn't cause the jerking while driving. A VATS failure with the car running will cause a "fail enable" mode to kick in, and will allow the car to run and be started with the VATS disabled until it can be fixed.
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VATS may be your problem of not starting, but it wouldn't cause the jerking while driving. A VATS failure with the car running will cause a "fail enable" mode to kick in, and will allow the car to run and be started with the VATS disabled until it can be fixed.
Well that day it started having that problem it jerked twice but I took it Sunday and yesterday I drove it to shop and it didn't jerk. He told me when the vats goes bad the car can be on and it will just cut off. But we will see what the problem is I hope its just something simple.
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