Do I need to reset Ecu..

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January-20th-2003, 11:21 PM

Funky Buddha

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Do I need to reset Ecu..

when putting in a CAI and an Exhaust?

January-21st-2003, 02:46 AM

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I would think it a good idea. you could go without doing it. but myself i would.

January-21st-2003, 11:33 AM

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Quote:

Originally posted by PseudoRealityX
it takes 10 mins and is simple.....why not...

Actually, it takes 30secs

January-21st-2003, 11:36 AM

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I dont see why you would need to, as I didnt and nothing bad happened... but I supopse it couldnt hurt. Better safe than sorry.

January-21st-2003, 11:41 AM

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Ok, there are no stupid questions, right?! (even tho I've asked a few

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Exactly how is this done? Does disconnecting the battery for several minutes do it?

January-21st-2003, 11:43 AM

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That'll usually do it.

January-21st-2003, 04:17 PM

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1. disconnect battery
2. press brake pedal for 30secs
3. reconnect battery

January-21st-2003, 05:31 PM

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why would this do anything?? and why would u have to press the brake for 30 secs?? also which lead do u take off the battery

January-21st-2003, 11:23 PM

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Quote:

Originally posted by PseudoRealityX

sheesh, short post, 3 questions

a) because it resets the ECU
b) because pressing the brake drains the caps so that all the electricity in the system is drained, thereby erasing the data plots in the ECU
c) pull the negative

Does this go for all cars?