1990 Chevy Silverado Loss of Power

Tiny
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  • 1990 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • V8
  • 2WD
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  • 200,000 MILES
I have a 1990 Chevy Silverado with a 5.7L V8. I am having several problems when the truck is in idle and while driving. They range from my radio turning on and off. To my blinkers blinking fast then normal. The gauges will dim and be allover the place or not read at all. The check engine, check gauges and brake warning lights will turn on. These seem to happen most when I shift the truck into reverse. The blinkers, radio and gauges seem to be when I push the brake or the door locks. But the other thing is that it might do that for two or three days then will run like a brand new machine the next. Thanks. Michael. Oh ya and if the brake light is on while driving the engine has a major loss of power and will barley make it up inclines.
Sunday, February 28th, 2010 AT 7:16 PM

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Tiny
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Actually, this sounds like you have a bad body control module (BCM). However, if the check engine light has been on, I recommend having the computer scanned to identify trouble codes. Most parts stores will do it for free.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Sunday, February 28th, 2010 AT 10:14 PM
Tiny
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I checked the ECM and it looks ok, is there anyway I can test it without just replacing it. Also I would like to check the grounds where are they located on this truck. Thanks Michael.
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 AT 3:17 PM
Tiny
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Also I did a diagnostic check and it gave me the codes 44 for lean exsauat and 32 for EGR system. Thanks. Michael
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 AT 3:19 PM

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