help!!!!! Emergency car wont start

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Jun 13, 2009 | 05:09 PM

schapman

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help!!!!! Emergency car wont start

i reloaded a tune in my car and when i went to start it everything is dead. the guages go wild with every light blinding and a strange noise from the fuel pump i think. Also the turn signal lights are blinking very fast.

Jun 13, 2009 | 05:30 PM

loots06

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Return it to stock...

Jun 13, 2009 | 05:44 PM

howarmat

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return to stock, pull the negative cable from the battery for 15 minutes and try to start.

Jun 13, 2009 | 05:59 PM

schapman

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couldnt before cars was completedly dead doors wouldnt even lock/unlock with remote. it was low on battery fluid. i added some water and the horn started working. i borrowed a charger and i'll see if the car will start after its been on the charger for a few hours.

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Originally Posted by howarmat

return to stock, pull the negative cable from the battery for 15 minutes and try to start.

Last edited by schapman; Jun 13, 2009 at 06:07 PM.

Jun 13, 2009 | 06:41 PM

wilkinda

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Isn't part of loading the tune..to ensure battery is completely charged

Jun 13, 2009 | 06:45 PM

Hootna

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Dead battery wont help things but should be a simple reload once you get the battery situation figured out. If it doesnt just start up and run ok in the first place.

Jun 13, 2009 | 08:17 PM

GrayPony

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Loading a tune with a low battery can cause problems... that's why they suggest you pull fuses not have any accessories running.

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It is a good idea to turn off all accessories such a stereo systems while flashing. You must also pull the fuel pump and fan fuses to prevent these from drawing vehicle power during a flashing session. This is especially helpful for vehicles that take a longer time to flash, such as the SVT Focus. If the vehicle’s battery is in question, you might wish to connect a battery charger during the flashing process.

Last edited by GrayPony; Jun 13, 2009 at 08:20 PM.