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02-11-2007, 11:29 PM | #1 |
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Green Test connectors
Is it ok to leave this plugged in all the time or do I need to unplug them for dd
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02-12-2007, 12:10 AM | #2 |
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Only connect them when flashing new ROMS, otherwise leave them disconnected.
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02-12-2007, 01:11 AM | #3 |
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it is not ok to leave them connected. Your car will not run as good as it is in diagnostic mode.
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02-12-2007, 11:53 AM | #4 |
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if you start the car with the test connectors plugged in your CEL will blink. its a nice warning that you forgot to do something (which i did once)
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02-12-2007, 01:02 PM | #5 |
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I have had the green ones connected for the past 2,000 miles. You will get that blinking cel if you leave the jumper block plugged in.
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02-12-2007, 01:07 PM | #6 |
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I just hooked them all up to one switch. I got tired of climbing under the dash every time I wanted to flash my car. Now I just flip a switch, and flash it!
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02-12-2007, 03:07 PM | #7 |
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mine came on with just the test connectors plugged in. i know i didnt have the reflash connector in cause it was in my hand at the time. who knows
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02-12-2007, 03:39 PM | #8 |
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Ooops, I meant the other way around. I leave the jumper plugged in all the time.
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02-15-2007, 11:42 PM | #9 |
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02-16-2007, 12:43 PM | #10 |
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^^^ Not terribly hard, the Green Connectors only connect 2 wires together. You'd extend them to a switch and when switched it would be connected and vice versa. Just a simple 2 prong switch for DBW vehicles.
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02-16-2007, 01:07 PM | #11 |
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Exactly!
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02-16-2007, 05:43 PM | #12 |
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Right, I understand that but do you have pics of where you installed the switch, dremel anything, flashing lights, etc.
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02-19-2007, 08:24 AM | #13 |
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Oh, gotcha. Unfortunately, it is just tucked into the kick panel. I can reach it to flash with. Otherwise it is out of the way.
I didn't want all the kiddy's accusing me of having "Nawwzzz, Y0!!!1" 'cause they see a shiny toggle switch. |
02-19-2007, 12:23 PM | #14 | |
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I've gotten good at just reaching under the dash with one hand and plugging and unplugging the connectors but I'm afraid that one of these days I may pull the wires out! The switch is a good idea that I also have thought about and the NOS switch has also come to mind. I'm looking for the factory look in my switch, some where next to the fog light area. |
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02-19-2007, 01:14 PM | #15 | |
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I might consider putting it on the dash if I found a stock looking switch. I want to add a switch to turn the boost control solenoid on and off as well (high/low boost). It's on "the list". |
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02-19-2007, 01:28 PM | #16 |
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I've got DBW so I only connect the switch instead of connecting the switch to an adapter and then having to disconnect it.
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02-20-2007, 03:04 PM | #17 |
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Tom, it's easy to wire up a switch to the connectors, I've been meaning to do it myself. All you need is a switch, some wire and a couple spade connectors to insert into the stock connectors. Does your STi have a blank plate next to the fog light/water spray switch?
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02-20-2007, 03:51 PM | #18 | |
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02-20-2007, 04:20 PM | #19 |
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02-20-2007, 10:57 PM | #20 |
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Let me get a couple of extra blank plates for us to use just in case we mess one up. I'll also swing by Radio Shack and get some price checks.
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03-03-2007, 10:01 AM | #21 |
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Hey,
would someone be willing to write step-by-step instructions or at least point me in the right direction to put the switch in? I don't know anything about wiring, but I would like to do this. Thanks Chris |
03-03-2007, 03:43 PM | #22 |
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Drees has already installed his switch. I just bought mine from Radio Shack today. Drees should be coming over to my house Monday night to give me a hand on the install. After that we should be able to give you guys some better input on a how to guide.
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03-05-2007, 03:18 AM | #23 |
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Tom, you have a camera so we can snap pics?
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03-06-2007, 01:22 AM | #24 |
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No, my daughter just broke it...well she broke it back in Dec but just now told me!
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03-08-2007, 02:59 PM | #25 |
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Dave came by last night and installed my new switch. I dremeled it out myself and it looks factory and clean. When I find a camera I'll post some pics.
The install looked straight forward but drees may want to chim in on the materials that are required. |
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