What causes a jeep ASD relay to drop?
If the ASD relay drops driving and stalls the engine, or even parked idling, one of the above caused it. (older cars have, less checks) Stalls caused by ASD drop are in the 8 point list above. Stalls caused by ASD not dropping first!
What does a problem with the ASD relay mean?
Another symptom of a possible problem with the (ASD) relay is an illuminated Check Engine Light. So, If the computer detects that a problem with the (ASD) relay or circuit has occurred; it will illuminate the Check Engine Light to alert the driver of a problem.
Can a jeep ASD cut out while driving?
In fact, the ASD can drop, then come back, while driving, people say it cuts out. sure it did, on 1993 and newer JEEPS you can scan, drive and log data, to see why! any OBD2 scan tool. one that logs is, best of best.
What is the automatic shut down relay on a jeep?
ASD relay “Automatic Shut Down relay” used on all EFI jeeps. 1990 to present. What is it? It is a safety device, that exists by LAW and for good reasons. It CAN prevent FUEL fires (the Classic Crash and burn reason) and engine hyrdolocking.
If the ASD relay drops driving and stalls the engine, or even parked idling, one of the above caused it. (older cars have, less checks) Stalls caused by ASD drop are in the 8 point list above. Stalls caused by ASD not dropping first!
What happens if the ASD relay goes out?
So, If any of the circuits that the (ASD) relay provides power for go out; as a result of a bad (ASD) relay; then it may affect other circuits, one of them being the starting circuit. A bad (ASD) relay can indirectly, and sometimes directly, cause a starting circuit to not have power; which will result in a no crank condition when you turn the key.
What does the Check Engine light on an ASD relay mean?
Another symptom of a possible problem with the (ASD) relay is an illuminated Check Engine Light. So, If the computer detects that a problem with the (ASD) relay or circuit has occurred; it will illuminate the Check Engine Light to alert the driver of a problem. The Check Engine Light can also be activated for a wide variety of other reasons.
In fact, the ASD can drop, then come back, while driving, people say it cuts out. sure it did, on 1993 and newer JEEPS you can scan, drive and log data, to see why! any OBD2 scan tool. one that logs is, best of best.