Does anyone know what pulse generator failure means

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Jun 24, 2008 | 08:50 AM

Roadwarrior1956

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Does anyone know what pulse generator failure means

Been getting a service engine soon light, checked with reader said "pulse generator failure" anyone know what it means, I'm thinking opti!, what do you guys think?

Jun 24, 2008 | 09:30 AM

Dadic 78

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Yeah, that's opti... There's a Hi-Res pulse, and a Lo-res pulse. If the Lo-Res pulse goes, then the opti won't work at all. With the Hi-Res failing, you can get the car to run (usually) with decreased performance. Either way, it's time for a new Opti.

Jun 24, 2008 | 10:13 AM

Roadwarrior1956

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Yeah it runs but not good, ok time for a new one, now what to buy aftermarket, oem, used???

Time to shop.

Jun 24, 2008 | 12:15 PM

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get a ac delco!

Jun 24, 2008 | 05:42 PM

Dadic 78

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Roadwarrior1956

Yeah it runs but not good, ok time for a new one, now what to buy aftermarket, oem, used???

Time to shop.

If it runs poorly, then it's just time to change your opti. ONLY replace with genuine AC DELCO part, as many other brands cause nothing but problems. Summit Racing sells them for a fair price.