Re: another update to idle work

["therealdmcvegas" <DMCVegas@xxxx>]

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, Soma576@xxxx wrote:
<SNIP> 
> what i now need to know is where exactly this diode is so i can
inspect its 
> casing. if i can't find a problem when following this wire, i can
run a jumper 
> wire between the bulkhead connector and the ECU with a diode in it,
however i 
> need to know what type of diode to buy at radio shack for this
purpose and 
> how to install it.
> 
> any insights are greatly appreciated!
> Andy

The wiring goes right thru the firewall, and directly to the Idle
Speed ECU. Remove the ECU access panel behind the driver's seat, and
follow the wiring leaving the Idle Speed ECU. You should see the
inline diode connected where the wiring harness runs along the left
side of the compartment.

As to what kind of diode is used, can't help you there. Mine is sealed
inside a little tube with spade connecters soldered on the ends, and
no markings on the outside, except to show that it is a diode.

Make sure that the connections on the harness plugs are clean, and
that the wires are snugly crimped to the plugs as well. Also, when the
ECU is engergized, the black/green wire should be putting out 12V.

-Robert
vin 6585 "X"