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Old Feb 22, 2004 | 03:43 PM
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Question how do I reset the ECU???

can anyone tell me how to reset the ECU? it would be really nice of who ever to do so...
and the help would be much appreciated...

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Old Feb 22, 2004 | 04:01 PM
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Disconnect the negative terminal on your battery, turn your headlight switch on, and wait 5-10 minutes.

Good luck!!!
 
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Old Feb 22, 2004 | 05:10 PM
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thanks BOB I really appreciate it...
 
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Old Feb 26, 2004 | 02:29 AM
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Pulling the ECU fuse probably does the trick a bit easier.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2004 | 05:09 AM
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Originally posted by AlfredB1979
Pulling the ECU fuse probably does the trick a bit easier.
It takes a lot longer, because the internal filter capacitors in the PCM don't have a good discharge path then....That is the purpose of turning the headlight switch on after disconnecting the battery.
 
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