Changed plugs- now a bunch of codes. Help please!!
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Do you still feel there is something that I could have done to affect firing order?
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Well, I changed out the Autolite plugs with the OEM Champion plugs (RC12MCC4) and PRESTO!- runs great again. I haven't been able to get the codes cleared yet to confirm that there aren't any codes remaining, but it's back to running great!
BTW- is there any way to clear the codes without a scanner? I can take it by a parts store tomorrow and get them cleared, but I'm anxious to confirm if the Champions solved the whole problem.
Thanks for all the great advice.![Icon Headbang](https://dodgeforum.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_headbang.gif)
BTW- is there any way to clear the codes without a scanner? I can take it by a parts store tomorrow and get them cleared, but I'm anxious to confirm if the Champions solved the whole problem.
Thanks for all the great advice.
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Leave it running for 15 seconds and turn it off. Turn it back on and you can drive like you normally do and everything will now be reset. (Copied/pasted from another post by you, Widow
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Well, I changed out the Autolite plugs with the OEM Champion plugs (RC12MCC4) and PRESTO!- runs great again. I haven't been able to get the codes cleared yet to confirm that there aren't any codes remaining, but it's back to running great!
BTW- is there any way to clear the codes without a scanner? I can take it by a parts store tomorrow and get them cleared, but I'm anxious to confirm if the Champions solved the whole problem.
Thanks for all the great advice.![Icon Headbang](https://dodgeforum.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_headbang.gif)
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BTW- is there any way to clear the codes without a scanner? I can take it by a parts store tomorrow and get them cleared, but I'm anxious to confirm if the Champions solved the whole problem.
Thanks for all the great advice.
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At the top of this tread in the first post is instructions on reseting your PCM and clearing all codes. There is also instructions on how to get the codes that are on the PCM in there as well. Concitering you have a 2001, you don't need a scanner for anything to do with the PCM. Also it has all your code definitions: https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...ine-light.html
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Funny this story should come up today. I was at A/Z looking at spark plug sockets/universal/extensions for the task of making a dedicated spark plug socket and welding the socket to the extension. Labor courtesy of local body shop BTW!
Anyhoo, I get the socket, universal and extension and ask about plugs. FYI I am A/Z rewards and for every $20 I spend I get one point after five purchases I get $20 off my next purchase. Trick is I have to spend $20 at a time....if I pay $40 in one purchase I get credit for one purchase. If I spend $20 then another $20 it is considered another purchase, so I try to spend at least $20 but try not to go too much over.
So since NAPA Does not carry Champion Truck Plugs anymore, model got superceded by Irridium plugs I ask A/Z. Champion does carry a Irridium model for $7.99 but I am not convinced. A couple of quick text messages to FastDango03 (D.O.C. President) and IndyD later and both of them say NAY TO IRRIDIUM... long story short Champion Copper OEM and only $1.99 each. Eight plugs and universal just a shade over $20 so I get the credit and on my way.
Plugs still not changed yet, I dropped the socket off to body shop and told them to call me when it is done. Been a while since the post but I believe Widow was a contributing factor in the suggestion to have the socket welded to the universal. Thanks for those that contributed. Body shop doing welding labor as courtesy next time they have welder powered up for repair. Although labor is free I am tossing in a gift card for the local wing place they can have a nice wing order for lunch.
By welding the universal to the socket I should be able to just insert the extensions as needed and change plugs. This way the socket does not get stuck in the spark plug chamber when I install the plug.
Anyhoo, I get the socket, universal and extension and ask about plugs. FYI I am A/Z rewards and for every $20 I spend I get one point after five purchases I get $20 off my next purchase. Trick is I have to spend $20 at a time....if I pay $40 in one purchase I get credit for one purchase. If I spend $20 then another $20 it is considered another purchase, so I try to spend at least $20 but try not to go too much over.
So since NAPA Does not carry Champion Truck Plugs anymore, model got superceded by Irridium plugs I ask A/Z. Champion does carry a Irridium model for $7.99 but I am not convinced. A couple of quick text messages to FastDango03 (D.O.C. President) and IndyD later and both of them say NAY TO IRRIDIUM... long story short Champion Copper OEM and only $1.99 each. Eight plugs and universal just a shade over $20 so I get the credit and on my way.
Plugs still not changed yet, I dropped the socket off to body shop and told them to call me when it is done. Been a while since the post but I believe Widow was a contributing factor in the suggestion to have the socket welded to the universal. Thanks for those that contributed. Body shop doing welding labor as courtesy next time they have welder powered up for repair. Although labor is free I am tossing in a gift card for the local wing place they can have a nice wing order for lunch.
By welding the universal to the socket I should be able to just insert the extensions as needed and change plugs. This way the socket does not get stuck in the spark plug chamber when I install the plug.
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Yes the welded on universal spark plug socket is a great idea and actually did it for myself. Also, as far as Iridium goes they are okay for the engine as long as you're not stock. They are a bit higher on performance and have a bit colder fire.
The reason I run Iridium is because they have a cleaner fire and I am running MSD ignition distributor and 6A box so I need a colder plug so I don't kill the plugs. I also have Iridium gapped to .046 due to the same reason.
Long story short, when in doubt just get the cheap Champion Copper! LOL
The reason I run Iridium is because they have a cleaner fire and I am running MSD ignition distributor and 6A box so I need a colder plug so I don't kill the plugs. I also have Iridium gapped to .046 due to the same reason.
Long story short, when in doubt just get the cheap Champion Copper! LOL