In one of you videos you mention that you have a method for finding what is pulling down the reference circuit without unplugging all of the sensors on that circuit. Where can I find that video?
I haven't seen the video, but here is something to think about.
The loss of the reference can be a number of things. An open wire, excessive current due to a wiring issue or component. Or, it could be a bad module.
Technicians traditionally unplugged everything they thought was using the reference to narrow it down. Done that a million times myself. Another method is to cut reference wires at the module to see if the 5v came back (out of the module)
A better method IMHO is to use a current probe on the circuits from the module. That would differentiate between these faults.
I have a low amp probe which is a bit pricey, but you should be able to do it with a cheaper higher amp probe as well.
Some rough numbers... Most of the 5v reference supply circuits can handle 100-300 ma before the voltage takes a nose dive.
A lot depends on access if you easy access is to sensors unplug them just unplug what you can.. Also another unplug test option unplug the engine harness from the car harness.
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Last edit: 4 years 11 months ago by Andy.MacFadyen.
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