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·Just wondering if a couple of Silica gel packets put under that cap would wick away any moisture.
I never did go to failure but I recall some discussion that the actual fault reads something like you describe. So go ahead and replace the FPC and see if the fault recurs, if you question it you should probably go ahead and replace the FPC just for peace of mind.rcockrum said:Found this old thread which I'm pretty sure has helped me diagnose the problem. One question for my GS 911 guru's. When I read the fault codes on my '09 1200rt it states...10167....output stage to fuel pump.....fuel pump electronics drive. Is this the same as the fuel pump controller? Called the dealer service dept. and as soon as I said GS 911 he stated that it's fault codes and his were not the same. But, he does have the controller in stock for $147.00.
Problem began when I ran out of fuel. Assuming another fuel strip had gone bad, I had a buddy bring gas. Still wouldn't start. Trailered it home, tried the next day. Started right up, but the GS 911 is giving me the fuel pump electronics fault. Plan is to replace the controller and make an emergency bypass with the old plug.
Don't forget that you have to manually clear the fault with the GS-911, it won't magically disappear. You'll want to see if it recurs after you install the new one.rcockrum said:Thanks, Jay Jay. I'll probably get the part tomorrow and see if the fault code goes away.
You need to clear after installation of the new part, then run it for a while to see if the fault recurs. May want to run for several days if the original problem was intermittent.rcockrum said:Is that clear and then install new part, or install part and clear, or does it mater?
There is a blue o-ring around the FPC, but when you take the FPC off, and look carefully, you will see that it's not doing a good job of sealing. RTV in the area might help to keep out the moisture. OTOH, heat build-up in the circuit board is also a problem, based on what I have read. The circuit board is embedded in the black potting compound, which is pretty much a thermal insulator, and therefore it doesn't dissipate the heat very well.twkBMW said:So what is the fix for now?
I have some silicone grease used for rubber seals such as pool pumps (I use it for other seals too). I can put that on the seal.
What about the surface of the fins? What are people putting on it? I live where it is extremely hot (riding in 100+ temps regularly).