Question about computer module
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Question about computer module
last week I posted about my bike running rough after washing, well I pulled the connectors from the powercommander and yes I found some water. So I buy dielectric grease and as I'm plogging everything back up, one of the pins broke off inside the connector, there's probably close to 50 or 60 little pins inside the plug, anyhow bike runs fine, should I be concerned?
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RE: Question about computer module
Difficult to say, some of the pins in the connector may not be used. If that is the case and you broke one of the unused pins then it should not be a problem. If the bike runs well and no error codes are being shown then maybe you got lucky. You might see which pin it is thatâs broken and call Power Commander. Ask them if the connection to that pin is required and go from there. (better to safe than sorry)
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RE: Question about computer module
The pins are pretty easy to replace. The pin should be labeled with a number on the connector housing. Post the number which identifies thepin and I can look it up for you.
The individual pins are available at the dealer for less than a dollar. Remove the wire and seated portion of the pin. Uncrimp the pin from the wire. Crimp a new pin and reseat it in the housing.
The individual pins are available at the dealer for less than a dollar. Remove the wire and seated portion of the pin. Uncrimp the pin from the wire. Crimp a new pin and reseat it in the housing.
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RE: Question about computer module
This has been one of my biggest concerns with a PCIII i just put it in but i ride alot in the rain and when i wash the bike hope i don't have alot of problems. I did buy some dielectric grease and will be popping the connector apart and putting it all in there.
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RE: Question about computer module
Is dielectric grease the remedy for this problem or should I try sealing the plugs up with silicone to stop water from entering them altogether? The two plugs behind the rear cylinder are kind of upsidedown and look like they might hold water. The PClll under the seat doesn't look like it will be affected. Am I wrong?
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RE: Question about computer module
I would advise against regular silicone, unless you want an extreme hassel if you have to do any work on it. The dielectric grease should be enough of a water repellant to keep you safe, unless you take the seat off to wash and spray it down. There is a type of waterproof silicaone that you can spray on that does not harden, but unfortunatly I can't remember the name of it, check some marine/boat supplystores...they might have it. Looks and acts almost like hairspray.