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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 10:16 PM
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I got a 96 F 150 302 auto. I am wondering if it is true that if my truck(check engine light comes on ) shows a code that If I replace the part, I still have to take it somewhere that has a scanner to reset the computer? My diagnostic plug in is under the right side of ashtray.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 11:25 PM
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If you get an OBD scanner, you can reset the light with it. Make sure you get the right one for that year. There's OBD1 and OBD2 scanners. I forget which is for what years.
 
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Old Jul 12, 2004 | 11:49 PM
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You could always disconnect the battery for about 30 minutes to clear the computer.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2004 | 10:54 AM
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What does obd stand for and where can I get one?? Thanks alot much appreciated.....
 

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Old Jul 13, 2004 | 11:41 AM
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Isnt OBD like "on board diognostics" or something?
 
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Old Jul 13, 2004 | 12:05 PM
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Harbor Freight has one for 40 bucks. Works well. It is basic just to read codes.
 
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