Obd2 plug not working
05-29-2023, 08:18 PM
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Obd2 plug not working
I have a check engine light on and when plugging in my reader it will not turn on. I tried multiple code readers and none would work. I checked across the pins and had power, checked fuse which was good, and checked the ground on the valve cover. I then cleaned out the plug with electrical cleaner and now when I plug the reader in the screen flashes for a split second then turns off again. Any ideas on what’s going on or what to look at next?
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05-30-2023, 06:16 AM
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Try unplugging the CPS before plugging the code reader in.
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I had that problem with my XJ when I 1st got it , ended up to be a bad abs computer all I had to do is unplug it and then the OBD2 plug started working .
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06-04-2023, 11:57 AM
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Doesn’t have abs computer. Tried unplugging cps and did nothing.
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07-18-2023, 06:57 AM
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For anyone wondering, I found the issue. Motor was swapped in 1k ago right before I bought it. Previous owner forgot to put the ground back on the block and had something else grounded to that pin. Found the ground wire tucked back behind the block
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Nice job!! Thanks for reporting back.
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