Cax file to mimick COS5?

[Stealth97]

And you need the Metri-Pack pick tool to "pick" the pins out of the connector.

I used two mini picks from my "pack of 4 mini picks". I used a straight or the slight bent one to move up the plastic retaining tab and then the other to push the pin out. Took a little time on the first ten, then I got a system down and it was CAKE.

[Stealth97]

I had thought about that before, but I wasn't sure what was all involved.

My harness is from a 2004 GTO originally. If I were to change to a differenet PCM and re-pin my harness, what PCM would be the ideal one to go with. Since I don't have one, I'd assume there would be a best one to pick.

Any PCM that is COS5 capable. Would that be a 512k PCM? I use a 12200411. Not sure which operating system you want though.

[hquick]

or a small jewellers type screwdriver if you are a cheapa$$ like me!

Or a pair of nail scissors...if you're cheaper!

[ChipsByAl]

Actually for that PCM, I do not use any tool at all. Push the terminal out from the back a little bit, push the terminal a bit to the side and pull the wire right out the back of the connector. I do use a small "ice pick" type tool to create holes in the connector when relocating a wire to a spot that previously was unused.
Al

[Stealth97]

Actually for that PCM, I do not use any tool at all. Push the terminal out from the back a little bit, push the terminal a bit to the side and pull the wire right out the back of the connector. I do use a small "ice pick" type tool to create holes in the connector when relocating a wire to a spot that previously was unused.
Al

Great point Al. Remembering back I did figure out how to get the pins out fast with just one pick to lift the retaining tab and a pull on the wire. The crimps are good. Great job doing it with no tool!

And yes, you will need a straight slim pick to open new holes in the black rubber to use previously unused slots. Great advice Al!

[joecar]

PCM 12200411 is widely used and cheaply available used or new...

If you get a new one, get it programmed with the file for 2002 F-car w/manual trans (12212156).

[1998ws6]

check the pinouts, you may be suprised when it is very similar between the two.

Ryan