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Old Sep 4, 2017 | 08:57 PM
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I have a 04 lq4, 4L80e with programed PCM and harness installed in a 49 Suburban on a S10 frame using a 04 S10 steering column. Ron Francis wiring harness wires the truck.
When I hook the battery with the switch in off position the electronic throttle body actuates and the fuel pump comes on.??
When I turn the switch on, the gauges activate, then, when I turn switch to the start position nothing happens.
I am shade tree mechanic that has dealt with SBC all my 60 yrs but no have experience a Gen III.
First I thought it might be the new NSS. I tried in neutral and nothing... Then I'm wondering about grounds.
Thanks for any suggestions anyone might have..
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I think your problem is the main relay for a ls engine harness. The main relay turns on with the key on. This powers up all your main engine harness besides your already battery hot side. I think this relay is not wired up correctly. It needs to see 12v with key on and while starting. Without it having hot while starting the injectors will not fire.

I usually wire this keyed 12v source into the original hei coil wire.
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