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Hello everyone. I have a 1988 TurboCoupe.
About a year ago, I was having problems with my power brakes. I found that the problem was a fusible link, replaced that, and now they work fine. I had to unplug my ABS relay so the ABS motor and related components wouldn't run down my battery when the car was switched to off, but the car runs great.
Before I bought the car, the previous owner installed an aftermarket stereo; he connected it with direct wire to fuse. I did my best to get that all cleared out, but I apparently looked over a few wires in the fusebox. My car was recently broken into and the stereo was stolen. All of these recent electrical problems started when I reached into the radio compartment and apparently, I disturbed some of the wires in the back. I also observed a spark from a yellow memory wire that I later traced and found linked to the fusebox.
Now, I'm having problems with my dash and Systems Sentry, but only in part. I hear a very loud buzzing sound that will reduce in volume when I begin to drive or as the car gradually warms up. I'm guessing it's the overboost buzzer. None of my indicator lights will come on except for my seatbelt light, but with two caveats: the seatbelt light appears to be dimmer than normal, while remaining on while the engine is on; it also flickers with my Door Ajar and Gas Light on my Systems Sentry. My tach's needle intermittently bounces, and my speedo does not work at all. The rest of my lights on the Systems Sentry do not function. The remaining gages, light indicators, and door chime function. My clock and electronic climate control both function and retain their memory. My power seats and sun/moonroof also function.
I used a test light and found four fuses to not function; they are not blown because they work when switched out with an equivalent fuse. These four fuses are not getting power. At this time, I have not checked my fusible links.
From what I can indicate, I am experiencing a grounding issue. However, I do not know where to look for a grounding issue nor do I have a wiring diagram. If any of you have any suggestions, I would be entirely grateful.
Thank you for your suggestions in advance.
About a year ago, I was having problems with my power brakes. I found that the problem was a fusible link, replaced that, and now they work fine. I had to unplug my ABS relay so the ABS motor and related components wouldn't run down my battery when the car was switched to off, but the car runs great.
Before I bought the car, the previous owner installed an aftermarket stereo; he connected it with direct wire to fuse. I did my best to get that all cleared out, but I apparently looked over a few wires in the fusebox. My car was recently broken into and the stereo was stolen. All of these recent electrical problems started when I reached into the radio compartment and apparently, I disturbed some of the wires in the back. I also observed a spark from a yellow memory wire that I later traced and found linked to the fusebox.
Now, I'm having problems with my dash and Systems Sentry, but only in part. I hear a very loud buzzing sound that will reduce in volume when I begin to drive or as the car gradually warms up. I'm guessing it's the overboost buzzer. None of my indicator lights will come on except for my seatbelt light, but with two caveats: the seatbelt light appears to be dimmer than normal, while remaining on while the engine is on; it also flickers with my Door Ajar and Gas Light on my Systems Sentry. My tach's needle intermittently bounces, and my speedo does not work at all. The rest of my lights on the Systems Sentry do not function. The remaining gages, light indicators, and door chime function. My clock and electronic climate control both function and retain their memory. My power seats and sun/moonroof also function.
I used a test light and found four fuses to not function; they are not blown because they work when switched out with an equivalent fuse. These four fuses are not getting power. At this time, I have not checked my fusible links.
From what I can indicate, I am experiencing a grounding issue. However, I do not know where to look for a grounding issue nor do I have a wiring diagram. If any of you have any suggestions, I would be entirely grateful.
Thank you for your suggestions in advance.