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1bad86GT

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Is there a difference between the computers in 5-speed and Automatic mass air cars? I did a mass air conversion, and went to a local hot rod store to purchase the A9L computer. I got it and installed it and everything, and it runs good, but recently we pulled a code for the 'neutral drive switch', which leads me to believe its for an automatic. (my car is 5-speed) Like I said, everything runs fine, but I was wondering if its the right computer. Any ideas?
 

Michael Yount

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There is a difference between automatic and manual computers -- but the fact that you're getting a neutral error code assures you've got an A9L computer for a manual tranny car. Mine (the conversion) doesn't have the neutral switch wired up - so I get the same error code. For 10 years and 30K miles that error code has been showing - none the worse for wear.
 

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Ok, thanks. Shows how much I know.
 

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yeah, you would probably have had to do some rewiring of the starter interlock circuit to use an auto puter (which arguably has better timing curves).

good luck.
 
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