Old Apr 10, 2016 | 05:27 PM
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Default Re: The day after replacing alternator, car went into 'safe mode'

Originally Posted by dsdesigns
I was unable to find any blown fuses but I'll check with a meter. I also get my wife to turn the key when she wakes up. What should I be looking for? Ty
You can manually engage the engine control relay with an insulated tool of some sort if it doesn't look like it is being energized.
If that makes her run, then you have an open relay coil.
Also, you can place a jumper from connector B-4 to A-3 which in effect closes the engine relay contacts.


 
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