Hello all,
Unfortunately I'm working with my dealership to fix my spyder under warranty. My 2008 Spyder has just over 7000 miles on it, and was purchased in June of 2008. I was headed out of my driveway on Saturday morning, and when I pulled over to my mailbox to check for mail the bike started flashing 3 different codes:
VCS
ABS
EBD
I pulled the bike back in the garage, and started to trouble shoot the obvious things, including fuses and relays with no luck. Everything checked out normal. Its about 25 miles to my dealership, so i had no choice but to "limp" my way at 48 miles per hour over to the dealership for a proper diagnosis. Their computer picked up 6 codes, but only 2 were active. They were both dealing with the ABS pump. The guys in service said that they would need to do a thorough inspection, and to leave it with them so they could continue to figure out how to get me back up and running.
Received a call today from the service manager, who said my bike had numerous electrical issues. He said that all of the connectors on my VCM module were severely corroded, and that the VCM module would need a complete replacement. Not only the VCM module would have to be replaced, but also that the plugs from the wire harness would have to be replaced. The service tech was not at all sure how long the VCM would take to get from canada, but would call me back to confirm the delivery. Whats odd about this, is that ive rarely ridden in the rain or wet conditions at all. Im pretty much a fair weather rider.
Last but not least he mentioned that there was an engine ground cable fix that was going to be done as well.
Im crossing my fingers that the part will be in later this week, and Im back up and running shortly. Just figures that right now is some of the nicest riding weather of the year here in Wisconsin.
I will keep you guys posted on how BRP and the dealership does with getting me back up and running.
JJ
Unfortunately I'm working with my dealership to fix my spyder under warranty. My 2008 Spyder has just over 7000 miles on it, and was purchased in June of 2008. I was headed out of my driveway on Saturday morning, and when I pulled over to my mailbox to check for mail the bike started flashing 3 different codes:
VCS
ABS
EBD
I pulled the bike back in the garage, and started to trouble shoot the obvious things, including fuses and relays with no luck. Everything checked out normal. Its about 25 miles to my dealership, so i had no choice but to "limp" my way at 48 miles per hour over to the dealership for a proper diagnosis. Their computer picked up 6 codes, but only 2 were active. They were both dealing with the ABS pump. The guys in service said that they would need to do a thorough inspection, and to leave it with them so they could continue to figure out how to get me back up and running.
Received a call today from the service manager, who said my bike had numerous electrical issues. He said that all of the connectors on my VCM module were severely corroded, and that the VCM module would need a complete replacement. Not only the VCM module would have to be replaced, but also that the plugs from the wire harness would have to be replaced. The service tech was not at all sure how long the VCM would take to get from canada, but would call me back to confirm the delivery. Whats odd about this, is that ive rarely ridden in the rain or wet conditions at all. Im pretty much a fair weather rider.
Last but not least he mentioned that there was an engine ground cable fix that was going to be done as well.
Im crossing my fingers that the part will be in later this week, and Im back up and running shortly. Just figures that right now is some of the nicest riding weather of the year here in Wisconsin.
I will keep you guys posted on how BRP and the dealership does with getting me back up and running.
JJ
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