I am throwing code 9 (cyp-cylinder sensor). My car (94 dx hatch z6 turbo) was driving fine then once in awhile it would spontaniously bog, occasionally stall. Then (now) it just wouldn't/won't start. What's most likely wrong? I haven't yet checked for spark yet as I need an assistant.

thanks

 

The CYP sensor (basically crank angle sensor) is built into your dizzy. The bogging is normal when this goes bad because the CYP determines the timing for the fuel injection and ignition on each cyl. If I were you I would just replace the dizzy.

Phil

 

is there a reason why i can't just replace the sensor?

 

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I am sure you can. You'll have to Cann another dizzy to do so. The sensor itself will cost you more than a NEW dizzy. The only Item I ever replace in Dizzzies is the ICM. Anything else I just replace the dizzy.(exluding cap & rotor...obviously.)

Phil

 

can this code mean that there is something else wrong with the motor? I just don't want to replace the dizzy for nothing.

 

If you replace the dizzy, then you'll know that won't be your problem = )

Sometimes replacing questionable parts is the only way to isolate a problem, don't you agree? I spend a great deal of money doing things this way when necessary, and as a result I have a car that is dependable and maintained. When something goes wrong, I can immediately dismiss many components that could have contributed to the malfunction.

Regarding the $ aspect of it: I'm in college and I'll tell ya, money isn't exactly rolling in ... but if you're going to fix something, might as well do it right.

Plus, you'll be able to sleep well knowing that your new dizzy will not give you any problems in the near future. So sleep tight!

-M


Modified by kickerx at 12:10 AM 10/19/2004

 

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Listen to this man.