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code 42


87 olds
08-10-2005, 11:51 AM
Hi, i posted before with a stalling problem while in gear at a stop.This problem still exists but i stalled the other day and re-started the car and the service engine light came on so when i got home i used my gm diagnostic and got the code 42 which is--Electronic spark timing(EST)-open or shorted.the service engine light is not coming on now but my question is would this cause the stalling problem while in gear at a stop or is it not related to the stalling?Thanks for any help

Jim Adams
08-10-2005, 10:57 PM
sure this could very well cause the car to stall,,The ignition control circuit may be grounding out or have a faulty bypass line,,get a schematic and trace her down to repiar your problem

87 olds
08-11-2005, 07:41 AM
I will do that.Thanks for reply!

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