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Old 11-10-2003 | 05:59 PM
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Computer code location

I just wanted to know where to look/how to find the code for my computer. I'm looking at a chip for sale, but i need the computer code. Where can i find it? I know this is stupid, but where is the actual computer located if and when i do get a chip and need to install it? I'm finding more and more that the explorer and my mustang have totally separate places for things......
 
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Old 11-11-2003 | 04:10 PM
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The computer for your 92 Explorer is located in the r/s kick panel under the dash. Very easy to get to. Also, to read the codes, the diagnostic connector is on the r/s fender apron near the fuse box under the hood.
 
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Old 11-11-2003 | 06:31 PM
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Ok thanks, got to it. There are a few sets of characters on white stickers on the side of it, so i cant really tell which one corresponds to my "computer code". When i say code, i'm talking about the 4-character designation that i need to give to either diablo or superchips for a performance chip. I found one, it is T2Z1. Does that sound correct?

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Old 11-11-2003 | 06:54 PM
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No, that doesn't sound like the number. Usually on Fords, they use a number such as F27F-12A650-XB or something similar on that white label near the main plug harness. That's the number Ford dealers need......I don't know about Super Chips.
 
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Old 11-11-2003 | 07:07 PM
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Yea i know, but on my mustang, the code is only 4 characters. I was thinking usually on fords, its just a 4 character designation. The number you listed is more like a part number that you'd need to replace the computer. The 4 digit code is more like a fingerprint, unique to that 1 specific computer, and thats what diablo and superchips need, since every single computer is different. I just dont know where its listed, or on what part of the label its on. I would think it would be the "F27F" part of the number you used as a reference.
 
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Old 11-11-2003 | 07:14 PM
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Yeah, you're probably right. You better pull the computer out and give them every number you can find on the labels. There is also a calibration code on one of the valve cover labels they might want, too ( but usually it is unreadable)!
 




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