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stay in open loop

Posted: July 14th, 2009, 2:56 pm
by kptuck
To address my current issues, I am considering taking the steps to keep my 2000 TJ in open loop at all times.

Does anyone know what steps I have to take to do this? :huh:

Basically my engine runs and shifts great when cold, and then falls flat at 4200 RPM when it warms up.

I have a topic on the Stroker Basics forum if you want to read the details of my dilemna.

Re: stay in open loop

Posted: July 15th, 2009, 1:57 pm
by kptuck
bump :stick:

anyone know if by disconnecting the coolant temp sensor if the PCM will stay in open loop?

Re: stay in open loop

Posted: July 15th, 2009, 4:52 pm
by SilverXJ
It appears it does, but you would need a piggy back tuner to make that work. However you will have a check engine light on. I had put some thought into this and I think if you put a resistor in that gives the resistance of a low enough temp the engine light should go off, unless it throws a code similar to "engine hasn't reached operating temp in x time". Also, if you have a 97+ (IIRC) your dash gauge won't work any more. You will also need a Wideband O2 sensor to see your AFR ratios.