Ecm role expanding? (DBW)

[Dave Zug]

I think if I had a say in the matter, just like "real" pilots, I want a
cable please!

"The new F-body" - do you mean later (99+) 4th gens, or is there something
beyond 2002 now?

Thanks for the reply!.


----- Original Message -----
From: <Chipsbyal at aol.com>
To: <gmecm at diy-efi.org>
Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2001 7:24 AM
Subject: Re: Ecm role expanding? (DBW)


> The Vette does use drive by wire, started in 97 with the C5. I've drove
and
> repaired a few of these. If I didn't tell you it was drive by wire, you
> probably couldn't tell. The system uses a "TAC" module (throttle actuator
> control) to operate the throttle body. This setup eliminates the need for
a
> throttle cable, cruise control cable and necessary hardware, IAC valve,
and
> all of the traction control pieces. So there is a pricey TPS your foot is
on,
> a TAC module and an electric throttle body. The most trouble I've had with
> them is not perfect connections between the PCM and TAC modules.
Incidentally
> both are mounted directly beneath the battery on the passenger side frame
> rail. Other vehicles are also coming with this gadgetry as well. The new
> F-body, Silverado with traction control are among them. The 6.5 turbo
diesel
> has had a similar setup since ~94.
> AL
>
> www.ChipsByAl.com
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