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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 01:26 PM
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I parked my trans am in my driveway a few days ago and didnt start it for 3 days, when I went to go start it, it wouldn't fire. I ran a scan on it and i got this code "Ignition System Problem elec spark timing (EST) open circuit" I checked all my plugs and everything is plugged in. I am not sure what else I can do.
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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 01:29 PM
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Opti probably took a dump..
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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 01:32 PM
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Opti probably took a dump..
Any code relating to the Ignition is probably relating to the Optispark. In my experience, stick with OEM. You can buy one from a dealer. Stay away from the cheap ones.
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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 02:16 PM
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I really not hope, Its a brand new GM opti with only 273 miles on it
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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 02:36 PM
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There's a little wire that plugs into the top of the Opti. Make sure that is securely plugged in. I know mine wasn't when I replaced it and ti would sit there and crank all day.
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The plug coming from the wiring harness?
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Yea, it goes into the top of the Opti.
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I pushed on it and its on there pretty good
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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 04:36 PM
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I would question the warranty on your Opti and go from there. I don't know what else could be holding it up. Are you getting fuel?

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edit- did you reset the battery? (to reset the code)
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Old Nov 24, 2008 | 04:55 PM
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and I'm definately getting fuel
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Is everything connected near the Coil, make sure nothing come un-plugged..
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Old Nov 25, 2008 | 12:19 PM
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yea, everything is plugged in i double checked..and what boggles my mind is that the computer is saying open circuit which usually means something is unplugged, but its not
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