Remote Ford solenoid for GM- no hot start
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| − | Have you ever pulled in to the local Stop 'N Go, shut your engine off, only to come out a few minutes later, hit the key and it wouldn't turn over, let alone start? The problem that you are experiencing is called "heat soak". It is a condition where the heat from the engine and exhaust headers heat up the starter housing, solenoid, and wiring by way of convection. If you have another vehicle, a jump start with booster cables will usually crank it over for you. So why does that make a difference? We'll show you | + | Have you ever pulled in to the local Stop 'N Go, shut your engine off, only to come out a few minutes later, hit the key and it wouldn't turn over, let alone start? The problem that you are experiencing is called "heat soak". It is a condition where the heat from the engine and exhaust headers heat up the starter housing, solenoid, and wiring by way of convection. If you have another vehicle, a jump start with booster cables will usually crank it over for you. So why does that make a difference? We'll show you how. |
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| + | '''Electrical Connection Diagram''' | ||
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| + | [[Image:Ford_sol_on_gm_strtr.jpg ]] | ||
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| + | Note: If you want to keep your vehicle all GM then use a Standard U939 solenoid like the one pictured here: | ||
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| + | [[Image:Standard_PN_U939.jpg ]] | ||
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