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Question about ECU by mlopezbe
Started on: 10-25-2024 12:48 PM
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Report this Post10-25-2024 12:48 PM Click Here to See the Profile for mlopezbeSend a Private Message to mlopezbeEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Hello, my 1986 Fiero GT AT has a cold failure and the engine stops if it does not accelerate. The fuel-air mixture is not correct. It has all new sensors, new injectors, the computer does not display an error code. We no longer know what to check.
Before I continue spending money, I would like to test if the problem is with the ECU. My mechanic has a Chevrolet Lumina APV 3.1 ECU that works properly. Externally it is the same, but I don't know if the internal connections match. The idea is to know with certainty if it is the same one that the Pontiac has, so we can test it in the car and see if the fault continues or not. Does anyone know if this test can be done? Thank you!
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Report this Post10-25-2024 01:49 PM Click Here to See the Profile for olejoedadSend a Private Message to olejoedadEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Most likely it will not work, and could possibly damage your friends ECU.
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Report this Post10-25-2024 02:07 PM Click Here to See the Profile for Vintage-NutSend a Private Message to Vintage-NutEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
You can test your ECM

I had 'weird problems' with an ECM in a different vehicle, so I sent my computer to ECU Exchange for testing.

They found a bad power supply which created distortion on the reference and system voltages.

The grand total was around $140

I bet that you will find a ECM service like ECU Exchange in Argentina

If not, this is the service I used in USA:

ECU Exchage
https://www.theecuexchange.com/
https://www.theecuexchange.com/contact-us
Or call (561) 408-6375

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Report this Post10-25-2024 02:43 PM Click Here to See the Profile for lou_diasSend a Private Message to lou_diasEdit/Delete MessageReply w/QuoteDirect Link to This Post
Sounds more like your IAC is not working...
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As Joe said, do not use another GM ECM not designed for your year Fiero. I don't mean to be harsh but why do so many Fiero owners do not bother to invest in a multi-meter, fuel pressure gauge, ignition tester and a scanner. My suggestion to you is measure your fuel pressure . It should be about 40-43 PSI .

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Originally posted by olejoedad:

Most likely it will not work, and could possibly damage your friends ECU.


Thanks, I won't do the test.
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Originally posted by lou_dias:

Sounds more like your IAC is not working...


Thanks, I'll check this out.

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mlopezbe

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Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:

As Joe said, do not use another GM ECM not designed for your year Fiero. I don't mean to be harsh but why do so many Fiero owners do not bother to invest in a multi-meter, fuel pressure gauge, ignition tester and a scanner. My suggestion to you is measure your fuel pressure . It should be about 40-43 PSI .



Thanks, my mechanic has the elements you say. I'm not sure about the fuel pressure gauge. I'm going to consult with him and tell him the correct value it should have. The main problem is that in my country there is absolutely nothing available for the fiero, neither spare parts nor tools. There are very few mechanics who are interested in receiving this car to inspect it and that is why it is very difficult to diagnose the fault. Thanks again!
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Originally posted by Vintage-Nut:

You can test your ECM

I had 'weird problems' with an ECM in a different vehicle, so I sent my computer to ECU Exchange for testing.

They found a bad power supply which created distortion on the reference and system voltages.

The grand total was around $140

I bet that you will find a ECM service like ECU Exchange in Argentina

If not, this is the service I used in USA:

ECU Exchage
https://www.theecuexchange.com/
https://www.theecuexchange.com/contact-us
Or call (561) 408-6375


Thank you. I still haven't found someone who can check the ECU and tell me if it works well or not, that's why we had thought about replacing it with a similar one to see how the car behaves. But I have already ruled out this option and I will continue looking for someone who can review it. Thanks again!

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