Thread: Don't be Still my car
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 10:20 PM
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Default Re: Dont' be Still my car
Originally Posted by pizzaguy
I think there are two things that commonly go wrong with the RCM, based on what I've read here:

1) Bad connection that causes the starter to not engage. (So you get nothing but a bunch of dash lights).
2) Ban connection that causes the fuel pump to not run. (So the car cranks over, but does not start).

I think there are other failure modes, but not as common as these two. I also think it's bedtime for Pizzaguy.


The RCM does not have a relay in it that would stop the engine turning over that I can see.
The starter motor system is a simple piece of wiring The battery, a starter solenoid operated by the ignition switch and a starter motor. The engine fuse (200 amp) is in that circuit. When there is a bad connection or a faulty cable the power or not enough power, does not get to the starter motor.
I would check that system out.
We have not really had a good description of what can be heard when it does not crank, any clicks etc.
 
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