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C5 Tech
04-16-2024, 05:58 PM
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Air pump check valves.
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The PCM commands the AIR Pump ON and it should...
The PCM commands the AIR Pump ON and it should run for about 2 min during COLD START. The engine must be in the correct dead iron COLD START temp for the pump to run. Way Way back years ago, I...
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C5 Tech
04-02-2024, 10:54 AM
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My DIC is dim..
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Obtain a multimeter and find the IPC FUSE. On...
Obtain a multimeter and find the IPC FUSE. On top of each fuse are two test points. Use the DC Volt meter to read each one those test points to chassis ground. Engine Off/Key ON, you should see...
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C5 Tech
03-30-2024, 12:17 PM
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Clutch Disc Stuck to Flywheel? Any Ideas?
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First,, Make sure that the clutch hydraulics are...
First,, Make sure that the clutch hydraulics are full of fluid, properly bled and functioning properly.. Next,, Jack the rear wheels off the ground safely, chock the fronts. Start the engine and...
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C5 Tech
03-29-2024, 05:01 PM
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Harmonic balancer
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Were doing well. Now live in El Paso TX...
Were doing well. Now live in El Paso TX enjoying retirement.
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C5 Tech
03-29-2024, 05:00 PM
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Harmonic balancer
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C5 Tech
03-22-2024, 04:58 AM
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1998 C5 draw at fuse #25 BCM
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We communicated through PM and Guess what? That...
We communicated through PM and Guess what? That little Dimmer Knob on the left side of the IPC was turned fully Clock Wise to the "INTERIOR LIGHTS ON ALL THE TIME" Glad it was an EASY FIX. Man,,...
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C5 Tech
02-20-2024, 05:49 PM
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suspecting my oil pressure sensor is leaking oil
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To just remove the intake from the engine, I have...
To just remove the intake from the engine, I have NEVER had to disconnect the fuel lines from the fuel rail. Once you pop all the injectors out of the intake, the fuel rail and injectors are easy to...
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C5 Tech
02-20-2024, 01:06 PM
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DIC wiring
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I sent you a DIC Switch schematis via PM. I will...
I sent you a DIC Switch schematis via PM. I will attach it here too.
See if you can OHM out your switch pack.
...
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C5 Tech
02-20-2024, 01:00 PM
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suspecting my oil pressure sensor is leaking oil
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People get the heebeegeebees about taking their...
People get the heebeegeebees about taking their engine apart because it looks complex. When I first got my 98, I had that same feeling. Once you dive in and getherdone, its EASY!
Then, the...
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C5 Tech
02-19-2024, 04:42 PM
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A/C recharge
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When you ARM yourself with knowledge, its easier...
When you ARM yourself with knowledge, its easier to fix things your self and if you have to have someone else fix it, it keeps them from blowing smoke up your A$$.
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C5 Tech
02-19-2024, 04:27 PM
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DIC wiring
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SWITCH 6? Please list the exact code...
SWITCH 6? Please list the exact code description. BCM CXXXX H, C, HC etc...
You do NOT need scanners to read codes for C5
Follow this video: How To Read C5 DTCs Using Internal Code...
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C5 Tech
02-18-2024, 07:20 PM
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Wobbly shifter c5 manual
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Looks to me like the black plastic bushing on the...
Looks to me like the black plastic bushing on the end of the shifter rod is NOT properly fitting into the lower shift box YOKE. When you move the shifter there is a LOT of lost motion before the...
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C5 Tech
02-18-2024, 06:40 PM
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A/C recharge
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STOP! If your system doesn't work. IMHO, You...
STOP! If your system doesn't work. IMHO, You need to connect a set of gauges to the system (at least the low side) to see if you have pressure inside the system. Quick rule of thumb is approx. 10...
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C5 Tech
02-18-2024, 04:51 PM
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Oil delivery starvation
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NO! You most likely have a damaged pick up tube...
NO! You most likely have a damaged pick up tube O Ring. Its VERY easy to cut/improperly install that O ring.
I know its a PITA but (if were Me) I would pull off the front cover and before...
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C5 Tech
02-18-2024, 04:40 PM
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01 corvette new clutch and slave, remote bleeder installed, pedal won’t stop stickng
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IMPORTANT NOTE! DO NOT apply excessive foot...
IMPORTANT NOTE! DO NOT apply excessive foot pressure on the clutch peddle! Use just enough to see that its building and holding pressure and no longer spongey! You can easily rupture the nylon lines...
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C5 Tech
02-18-2024, 03:25 PM
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suspecting my oil pressure sensor is leaking oil
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I use a mirror and a good bright flashlight to...
I use a mirror and a good bright flashlight to inspect it. Its a 97! IMHO, I would remove the intake to replace instead of trying to do all the different short cuts used to sidestep removing the...
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C5 Tech
02-18-2024, 03:07 PM
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01 corvette new clutch and slave, remote bleeder installed, pedal won’t stop stickng
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Disconnect the Master Cyl quick disconnect. See...
Disconnect the Master Cyl quick disconnect. See if you get a hard peddle when its disconnected. If not, its air bound. There's a small valve inside the master cyl quick disconnect that you can...
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C5 Tech
02-18-2024, 02:59 PM
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1998 C5 draw at fuse #25 BCM
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YES!!! DE-Board the BCM. The metal box is not...
YES!!! DE-Board the BCM. The metal box is not hinged but can be easily opened. Look for white crusty deposits. SCRUB CLEAN with IPA and a tooth brush. DRY and recheck. Also inspect the BCM...
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C5 Tech
02-13-2024, 06:47 PM
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DIC wiring
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NOTHING in the car runs off 10 vdc. What is...
NOTHING in the car runs off 10 vdc.
What is the battery voltage reading at the battery??
What is the voltage reading on the IPC FUSE??
There are two test points on all your fuses. Read both...
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C5 Tech
02-13-2024, 05:04 PM
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Misfire at idle.
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YEP, Agree~! If you have misfire concerns, find...
YEP, Agree~! If you have misfire concerns, find a Scanner/code reader that is able to read/display real time engine data and read the Cylinder Misfire data. See what cylinders are showing misfire...
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C5 Tech
02-05-2024, 05:21 PM
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Multimeters! How to use them.. Basic functions
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Bill Curlee
Funny but very TRUE STORY. I was a brand new US...
Funny but very TRUE STORY. I was a brand new US Navy Submarine Sailor way back in 1976. on my very first Submarine. I was a (Third Class) E4 Torpedo Fire Control Technician, (FTG3)
I was...
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C5 Tech
02-05-2024, 04:20 PM
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2003 Electrical Issues
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You are replying to a TEN YEAR OLD POST. ...
You are replying to a TEN YEAR OLD POST. Recommend starting your own new post. You will have much better response from new forum members.
If you have a TON of old codes, PLEASE clear all of...
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C5 Tech
01-31-2024, 06:56 PM
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Multimeters! How to use them.. Basic functions
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Bill Curlee
ABSOFRIGENLOTELY! IF YOU DONT, you will have a...
ABSOFRIGENLOTELY! IF YOU DONT, you will have a 10 amp short and a blown fuse. :ack:
:thumbs: Bill
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C5 Tech
01-30-2024, 12:35 PM
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Multimeters! How to use them.. Basic functions
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580
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Bill Curlee
Multimeters! How to use them.. Basic functions
HELLO CORVETTE FANS!
You own a C5 Corvette. It breaks. You most likely don't have cash dripping out of your pockets to give IT TO someone to fix your car.
Many C5 problems are ELECTRICAL. OH BOY,...
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C5 General
01-30-2024, 11:19 AM
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Rocker Cover Bolts Holes for Coil Packs
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Bill Curlee
GM puts this engine or the bolt on parts (like...
GM puts this engine or the bolt on parts (like valve covers) on hundreds of applications. On corvettes, nothing goes there. IMHO< On some application, that stud end may utilize a plastic push on...
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