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Old 05-01-2016, 07:08 PM
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Trying to troubleshoot possible ECM problem

Not sure where to start...

In a nutshell, I need to find "the purple wire to ECM" ...

One issue I definitely have is a code 44= lean exhaust indication. Following the troubleshooting flow chart, my dwell still does not read 50* with engine at part throttle and choked. If you can see the pic... I am not sure how to proceed... I have a multimeter and can set it to 20v... connect to + batt. terminal... but what is the purple wire to the ECM?

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Old 05-02-2016, 07:45 AM
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Re: Trying to troubleshoot possible ECM problem

It is the O2 sensor wire, stock location is drivers side exhaust manifold.

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Old 05-02-2016, 06:30 PM
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Re: Trying to troubleshoot possible ECM problem

So I connected my voltmeter from the O2 sensor wire to the + terminal, and then checked the dwell. Dwell needle moved back and forth from between 20 and 40.

"Check for an open from ECM term. 14 to ground"... Folks, I have no idea how to do this. Sorry if it's a dumb question..
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Re: Trying to troubleshoot possible ECM problem

Picked up a new O2 sensor- will try that this weekend..
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