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The circuit board is very easy to install. May not be the ideal solution, but was the cheapest and quickest which is what I needed. 6 months later and FICM voltage is always 48.5 - 49. Time will tell if my gamble to use the Dorman was worth it.
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Sometimes the logic board is bad, so the Dorman part (or the half shell) will not fix your FICM problems. Additionally, the half-shell fix is not available for the early model FICMs.
btw - Ordering the Dorman 904-229 is no quicker than calling Ed and getting a FICM from him. Now getting the Dorman board from the local parts store will be faster ........
btw - Ordering the Dorman 904-229 is no quicker than calling Ed and getting a FICM from him. Now getting the Dorman board from the local parts store will be faster ........
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Sometimes the logic board is bad, so the Dorman part (or the half shell) will not fix your FICM problems. Additionally, the half-shell fix is not available for the early model FICMs.
btw - Ordering the Dorman 904-229 is no quicker than calling Ed and getting a FICM from him. Now getting the Dorman board from the local parts store will be faster ........
btw - Ordering the Dorman 904-229 is no quicker than calling Ed and getting a FICM from him. Now getting the Dorman board from the local parts store will be faster ........
True, I guess using Ed's exchange program would be just as quick, although at additional cost, which was my biggest reason for going with the Dorman (and for not purchasing at a local store, they were a lot more expensive). Took a gamble, saved $100 bucks, and so far it has worked out. Again, may not be the ideal solution but if you're on a tight budget it's an option that's out there.