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Forum: C5 Tech
03-15-2018, 12:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 501
Posted By Paul Wood

I have had similar issues. My recommendation is...

I have had similar issues. My recommendation is to check BATTERY voltage. Take a voltage reading between the two posts. If it not 12.6 volts charge the battery. Do not rely on the DIC voltage reading...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-01-2018, 11:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,141
Posted By Paul Wood

Hi Ed. Thanks for reply. I replaced the left...

Hi Ed. Thanks for reply. I replaced the left front O2 because I got a CEL and a code that said it was bad. Gas could be suspect as I filled it with Valero 93. I usually try to use Shell and I add...
Forum: C5 General
03-01-2018, 08:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,303
Posted By Paul Wood

Lots of people like Hawk for street or Carbotech....

Lots of people like Hawk for street or Carbotech. Neither one has very good customer service. I have sent emails and phone calls asking for information but neither have responded after a week. It's...
Forum: C5 General
03-01-2018, 08:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,014
Posted By Paul Wood

I might take that if he doesn't want it. Is it...

I might take that if he doesn't want it. Is it the whole top or the outside cover?
Forum: C5 General
03-01-2018, 08:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 943
Posted By Paul Wood

I have purchased from Southern Car Parts. Good...

I have purchased from Southern Car Parts. Good price good parts good service. It's an easy replacement after you do it once. Look up YouTube video. Makes it easy. Good luck sir.
Forum: C5 Tech
03-01-2018, 08:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,141
Posted By Paul Wood

Smelly exhaust after O2 sensor replacement

A month or so ago I replaced my left O2 sensor and since I have had this sour smell from the exhaust. I problem should have replaced both O2s but I'm a "if it ain't broke don't fix it" kinda guy. Is...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-19-2018, 09:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 766
Posted By Paul Wood

Not to belabor the point but there are many...

Not to belabor the point but there are many instances where batteries were assumed good because they were new. Before I discount the possibility I would put a multimeter across the terminals. If you...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-19-2018, 08:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 766
Posted By Paul Wood

KISS. Keep It Simple Stupid! Same thing...

KISS. Keep It Simple Stupid! Same thing happened to me. I went through all sorts of diagnostics but finally did what I suggest to you. Mine turned out to be a loose connection on the negative...
Forum: C5 General
01-09-2018, 11:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,019
Posted By Paul Wood

I bought mine 7 years ago it had 14,000 miles....

I bought mine 7 years ago it had 14,000 miles. Now it has 50,600. Harmonic balancer, tires, gas and oil are only items replaced. Love it.
Forum: C5 General
12-31-2017, 09:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 720
Posted By Paul Wood

I bought from one of our supporting vendors,...

I bought from one of our supporting vendors, Southern Car Parts for about $100. Worked and fit perfectly. Good luck!!
Forum: C5 Tech
12-11-2017, 05:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,466
Posted By Paul Wood

Great brother! Glad the information helped....

Great brother! Glad the information helped. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Forum: C5 Tech
12-11-2017, 05:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,523
Posted By Paul Wood

Another common issue is the driver's side seat....

Another common issue is the driver's side seat. The wiring for the seat motors below the seat can be shorted out if the foam is old and you are sitting on the seat frame. Seems like a pretty strong...
Forum: C5 Tech
12-11-2017, 04:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,523
Posted By Paul Wood

Check a couple of things. First make sure the...

Check a couple of things. First make sure the light dimming wheel is in the off position. This wheel adjusts the intensity of the instrument panel but if turned all the way they will turn on the...
Forum: C5 Tech
12-11-2017, 04:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,466
Posted By Paul Wood

All you need to do is to re program the FOB. In...

All you need to do is to re program the FOB. In the handbook there is a procedure. If memory serves all you do is turn on the ignition, clear all messages on DIC then go to the options button and...
Forum: C5 Tech
12-07-2017, 02:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,467
Posted By Paul Wood

Before I started cutting wires I'd try to find a...

Before I started cutting wires I'd try to find a schematic for both and I would find the voltage values each computer is looking for to present to the gauge. Bill Curley would be my go to guy if I...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-21-2017, 05:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,277
Posted By Paul Wood

I really hate being a synic but I had my shifter...

I really hate being a synic but I had my shifter cable replaced and I verified with the service writer that there were no codes no CELs and that I wanted it back in the same condition. Unfortunately...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-04-2017, 03:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,451
Posted By Paul Wood

Thanks. It was just the sensor. Replaced the...

Thanks. It was just the sensor. Replaced the sensor and reset the code. No other codes at this time. All is well. Many thanks for your reply
Forum: C5 Tech
11-04-2017, 03:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,451
Posted By Paul Wood

[QUOTE=8VETTE7;1595895830]Could be a bad sensor...

[QUOTE=8VETTE7;1595895830]Could be a bad sensor or it could be damaged wiring to the sensor or even a damaged connector.

Code just points you in the direction of the problem. YOU need to examine...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-03-2017, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,451
Posted By Paul Wood

P0140 code help understanding

Hi folks. Need some help with a code. I got a CEL and pulled code. It is the P0140. I looked up the code on the list but I am not sure I know what it means. My understanding at this point is that my...
Forum: C5 General
10-10-2017, 11:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,016
Posted By Paul Wood

Mine failed years ago and found the best solution...

Mine failed years ago and found the best solution was to have my tuner move the parameters so far out it would never trip the check engine light. The function of this additional AIR system is only...
Forum: C5 General
09-18-2017, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,874
Posted By Paul Wood

Do your sun visor vanity lights work? How about...

Do your sun visor vanity lights work? How about the rear view mirror map lights? They all share the fuse. Can't remember the number but it's on the fuse block under the passenger foot board. Worth a...
Forum: Southwest
09-13-2017, 12:04 AM
Replies: 289
Views: 32,834
Posted By Paul Wood

me too. I think a few of the clubs do Twisted...

me too. I think a few of the clubs do Twisted sisters a couple times a year.
Forum: C5 General
08-23-2017, 05:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,398
Posted By Paul Wood

With all due respect MSGE I think you need a good...

With all due respect MSGE I think you need a good reliable Honda Civic.
Seriously ridiculous.
Forum: C5 General
07-26-2017, 09:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,398
Posted By Paul Wood

I did mine in about 30 minutes. I bought two...

I did mine in about 30 minutes. I bought two expandable shower curtain rods. Wedge them behind the window and the dash. It is amazingly easy. Start in the middle and work your way left and right....
Forum: C5 Tech
02-16-2017, 12:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 479
Posted By Paul Wood

Have you tried cleaning the MAF? Do you have a...

Have you tried cleaning the MAF? Do you have a catch can installed? Vacuum tubes are certainly a possibility and leaks can be hard to find. C
MAF cleaning is quick and simple. Might check O2...
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