VDC and FI cars?

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Jul 21, 2004 | 02:59 PM

Alang

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VDC and FI cars?

Since running lean is death to FI motors, do you have to turn off the VDC all the time.

The VDC cuts fuel when it detects slip, so wouldn't this cause a super lean condition?

Jul 22, 2004 | 12:37 AM

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i would say no.

Jul 22, 2004 | 01:32 AM

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Yes the TCS system cuts fuel but it is not for a long enough period to cause damage. You would have to be lean for longer than the second that the TCS is working. I normally keep mine of anyhow. Tire spin is a major problem now so the thing would be kicking in constantly.

Jul 22, 2004 | 02:37 AM

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teh215 is the best at answering questions and giving me a huge smile at the same time

Jul 22, 2004 | 07:43 AM

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The VDC cuts throttle, not fuel. I was worried about this too, but when it comes on, it actually reduces air and fuel... so your A/F ratio should remain safe.

Jul 22, 2004 | 08:44 AM

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i was told by my mechanic that i HAVE to turn my VDC OFF if i am running HARD with my Vortech...he told me a story about some guy killing his engine because he was beating his car with the VDC ON....

i am going up to see him today...i will get this story cleared up for you guys...