1985 Pontiac Firebird "read engine fault codes paperclip" Questions

...engine is started and is driven around then turned off it will not start again. After sitting for 10 to 20 minutes it will start and run again till it is turned off again. Have replaced fuel pump ...

...engine. Read the diagnostic code by the counting the number of flashes of the malfunction indicator lamp. Codes will flash in numerical order. If no faults are stored, the lamp flashes continuously ...

...engine light to read the codes.  All codes will be two-digit codes.  For example:  3 flashes, then a short pause, then 4 flashes would be code 34.  one flash, then a short pause ...

...Fault codes can be accessed by lifting up the passenger carpet and looking at the engine computer on the floor underneath. There is an LED that always flashes codes when they are stored. If that is ...

...fault code is a loss of cam or crank signal to the eng computer; the most common problem is the crank (CKP) sensor goes bad. Find the crank sensor connector, you'll see the sensor mounted to the ...

...read both OBD 1, and OBD 2,( they were selling them at the same parts store)You might  try seting the scanner up this way,maybe then it will show the codes for you.also check the wiring on your ...

fault no longer exists and/or the ignition switch is OFF long enough in order to power down the PCM. Diagnostic Aids With the TCC engaged, the TCC slip speed should be -20 to +50 RPM. Test Description