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Radiator cap poped off and soaked my computer..

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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 07:39 PM
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Default Radiator cap poped off and soaked my computer..

I'm driving down the road when all of the sudden my rad cap pops off and soaks my computer.. So I go to pull over and my car is stuck going 40mph, and when I shifted into neutral the rpms went up. Is it possible this fried my Cherokees computer? 2000 4.0 xj auto. Any info would be helpful as I am sitting on the side of the road.. Thanks!
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 07:55 PM
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I've had my PCM submerged at least once and it didn't screw anything up. Sounds like you at least need a new radiator cap & some coolant.
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 08:00 PM
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Mine has had a few shower baths as well with no ill effects. I'd rinse the glycol off and let it dry.
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 08:03 PM
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TPS get wet?
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 09:21 PM
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Originally Posted by sthon
TPS get wet?

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The PCM is sealed up with potting compound, it really can't get wet except for the connectors.
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