View Full Version : RAW intake pushing on ECU?


RedEcotecSS
06-27-2008, 05:24 PM
When I installed my RAW intake on my 07 SS/SC I noticed it touched my ECU. Didn't think much of it because of the excellent quality stainless the intake is made out of (top notch, BTW). But here recently I've been noticing when I turn to the right (I do have some fender bulge) my radio, and gauges will turn off for a second then turn back on. I will also loose power steering for a second also. Could this be caused by when I turn my wheel it pushes on the intake which is pushing on the ECU cauing it to disconnect for a second or anything like that? Thanks guys.

VeNoM0713
06-27-2008, 05:30 PM
im having the same issue as you.. i just didnt think anything of it. i dont think i lose power steering but my gauge and radio lights go off for a few seconds..

Omega_5
06-27-2008, 05:31 PM
I'd think your car would shut off if it was due to the connection being compromised.

On a side note, I noticed that my ECU had a few rub marks as well... not really due to the intake, but due to the ECU being loosely fitted on the top.
I took a few zip ties and tied each corner of the module to the bracket it sits in... no more ECU rub.

RedEcotecSS
06-27-2008, 05:32 PM
im having the same issue as you.. i just didnt think anything of it. i dont think i lose power steering but my gauge and radio lights go off for a few seconds..

Well the power steering thing is barely noticable. But sounds like we're in the same boat. Did you just recently install the RAW intake or anything?

VeNoM0713
06-27-2008, 05:36 PM
Well the power steering thing is barely noticable. But sounds like we're in the same boat. Did you just recently install the RAW intake or anything?

i installed mine a couple months ago.. never really paid any attention though to the lights going out

RedEcotecSS
06-27-2008, 05:38 PM
i installed mine a couple months ago.. never really paid any attention though to the lights going out

Yeah, I'll probably be looking under my hood today or tomorrow to see what I can do to prevent this from happening. It's really annoying. Maybe more zip-ties. Haha.

Hockeyman
06-27-2008, 05:39 PM
my raw intake touches the ecu on my 07 but i've never had this problem