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(Message started by: Spannerdemon on Jun 29^th, 2006, 5:41pm)

Title: Wet Footwell Problem solved.
Post by Spannerdemon on Jun 29^th, 2006, 5:41pm

Recently had a problem with our 12v 2.9 which thanks to being pointed in the right direction by Jonnycab, has been sorted.

On the main faultfinder index :

http://www.fordscorpio.co.uk/faultfinds.htm

It mentions checking your battery drain holes if you have a wet footwell. In my case, the corrosion under the battery must have actually corroded a tiny area of the bulkhead leading into the footwell area. Water had run down the wiring, and straight into the ECU unit. The pins were badly corroded and shorting.

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g25/xtr42gpnd/ECU2.jpg

So if you have a rough running/starting problem combined with a wet passenger floorwell it just might be well worth checking this out, as it could well be the cause of YOUR problem.

Mine cleaned off OK, but I had a loose pin on the ECU, so I've replaced the unit (Thanks to Ady for that one). ;D

The replacement ECU is now fitted and 'learning' my settings, and should settle down after a day or so. The original one will be kept for spares/backup.....just in case!
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I did actually find a guy who repairs the ECU units which might be useful to anyone who may need it (for any car).

http://www.the-ecu-doctor.co.uk/

:)

Title: Re: Wet Footwell Problem solved.
Post by ady on Jun 29^th, 2006, 7:48pm

good to hear m8

glad i could help
and sorry you couldn't have the pup hehe

cheers
ady

Title: Re: Wet Footwell Problem solved.
Post by Spannerdemon on Jun 29^th, 2006, 9:40pm

Cheers Ady.

Nice to meet you and your good lady today, and Thanks again for meeting me in Exeter with the ECU.

That is one dead cute pup. My missus fell in love with it, and it will grow into a BIG dog!!

You'll have to sell your Scorp to feed it soon!!

Cheers M8 ;D

Title: Re: Wet Footwell Problem solved.
Post by ady on Jun 29^th, 2006, 10:04pm

:D

i love that pup m8 but hrmm
not as much as my scorp hehe

ady