Data port

[bear76]

The round data port under the dash, is it needed? The PO hacked all the wires under there and I'm still sorting everthing out. If it is not needed can I nix the harness for it on the other side of the firewall?

Thanks.

 

[CUCVFAN]

It's only the diagnostic hookup. It was hacked off of my M1028A3 and never caused me a problem. I think you should be safe to lose it, harness and all.

 

[ARMYMAN30YearsPlus]

It was for the STE-ICE system sort of like a high powered OBD II hook up. The only worry I would have is if there was a sensor shorted out by wires being grounded or fryed by connecting with + 12 or + 24 volts. I think the 20 level manual goes into the use of the system and port hook up. This might be the best place to make a search of the issue.

 

[CUCVFAN]

Good point. If you hack it off, don't short anything out....

 

[bear76]

It was hacked by the PO and I have not started it yet, just disconnected the harness under the hood. I will pull out all wires I can then tape off the rest till I get it on the road.