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1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

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Old Aug 21, 2006 | 07:59 PM
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1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

Hey Guys,
I removed the smog pump on my 96 z and now my ABS light stays on. Any Help would be Great.

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Old Aug 22, 2006 | 02:28 AM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

You might have knocked around a ground or something in the harness. You need to scan the ABS with a TECH2 or comparable scanner and it will tell you what circuit has the problem.
Old Aug 22, 2006 | 07:13 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

Where do i find one of these tools?
Old Aug 22, 2006 | 07:53 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

One other thing, The traction control light stays on too. The switch no longer controls it????????
Old Aug 22, 2006 | 08:09 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

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Where do i find one of these tools?
This is what the dealer uses for diagnostics. I just tried to have mine hooked up to one here in Columbus and they said they are not allowed and will not touch it due to the fact that the car is modified. If you know someone well at a dealer, they probably will do it. The tool cost about $2500 (according to a GM technician).

I would check the grounds and plugs going to the ABS unit before taking it to the dealer---don't forget to check ALL fuses and the battery cables.
Old Aug 22, 2006 | 08:50 PM
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$2500 for a used one. Try closer to $4000 for a new one. You need to get in good with a GM technician. This is the one of only a couple tools that will read the ABS module.

Where are you located?
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 11:58 AM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

I'm in Arkansas.
I know a guy who can help me. I don't think it's a wire, I can plug my Smog stuff back up and the lights go away. The question I have is will the lights being on affect performance? I'm also going to remove my Cat's this weekend and buy some o2 sim's.


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Old Aug 23, 2006 | 07:32 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

ABS and Traction lights are out now but I have a new problem. I took the battery cable off and these lights went out and now the only light that is on is the service light?????????????????? OBDII?????? What's it cost to have this pc flashed?
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 10:00 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

Originally Posted by 96torqueman
ABS and Traction lights are out now but I have a new problem. I took the battery cable off and these lights went out and now the only light that is on is the service light?????????????????? OBDII?????? What's it cost to have this pc flashed?
do you mean to have the pc programmed or do you mean have it scanned for the code?
Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but if you just want the code read, I believe Autozone can do that for free.
Old Aug 23, 2006 | 10:15 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

If you removed the smog pump then you will get an SES light. That is the price you pay unless you get ahold of an OBD1 computer OR get a new tune from one of the venders on this board.
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

Turbo..........Will these lights affect my performance?
Old Aug 24, 2006 | 11:20 AM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

The AIR code will not affect performance. The AIR system is only there to help the cats heat up on startup, then it shuts off 2 or 3 minutes after startup. What will be a problem with a constant SES light is not knowing if there are NEW problems that would cause the light to come on and could affect performance.
Old Aug 24, 2006 | 08:08 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

I had the car tested today. Does anyone have a list for all these codes? I have po412, po122a, p1642a, p1641a. I'm not so worried about the lights and codes but now I have a new problem. I drained the radiator today and put new coolant in and now my Fans don't work. HELP........ANYONE.....PLEASE.

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Old Aug 25, 2006 | 03:36 PM
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Re: 1996 z28 Smog pump removal / ABS light now on ?

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I had the car tested today. Does anyone have a list for all these codes? I have po412, po122a, p1642a, p1641a. I'm not so worried about the lights and codes but now I have a new problem. I drained the radiator today and put new coolant in and now my Fans don't work. HELP........ANYONE.....PLEASE.

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Air Pump, Intake Air Temperature Low Input, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Control Circuit, Vehicle Speed Output Circuit, respectively.

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http://www.2carpros.com/kpages/diagn...uble_codes.htm
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