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Old 09-04-2006, 04:42 PM
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Chip Install

Ok, so i guess this is probably a stupid question and I searched all night last night for good instructions on the instalation of a dp chip, I know i need to remove the ECU and thats really no problem i just wanted to look at how to before i just went out and did it.... does anyone know where i can get god instructions, and yea i say some on the DP site but i wanted better

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Old 09-04-2006, 05:02 PM
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My dp chip came with real good instructions. Loosen the bolt, i believe 10 mm, holding the wire harness into the computer from inside the engine compartment and disconnect the wire harness. Inside the cab there are two bolt, 7 or 8 mm i believe, securing the plastic housing holding the computer. Once those two bolts are taking out the computer will pull outof the truck. open the metal casing, i believe 4.5 mm, and take the board out. clean the silicone off of the metal tab where the chip plugs in with a scotch brite pad, one comes with the chip. put the board back in the case, plug the chip in. put the plastic housing back in the truck and screw the bolt with the wire harness back in from the engine compartment. run your wire and plug the controler in. One thing jody says to make sure is that the keys are out of the ignition when doing this and to clean the contacts on the computer real good. Good luck and if you call jody he will answer any questions you have.
 
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Old 09-04-2006, 05:07 PM
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thanks for the info, yea i was sure the chip would come with instructions and it will be here tomorrow im getting the jitters just thinking about it... just wanted to be ahead of the game and know every last step so i can do with without any issues
 
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I followed the instructions with pictures (pictures always good) and didn't have a problem. I was very pleased.
 
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Old 09-04-2006, 08:55 PM
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I know exactly how you feel and searched out many an install guide. I found this one to be helpful. BTW, I highly recommend just disconnecting those batteries just to play it safe. Just watch the static electricity and don't sweat it. Be deliberate but take your time. Enjoy.
 
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Old 09-04-2006, 09:05 PM
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And make sure you take your time and get all of the coating off of the ECM port before putting the chip in. I made the mistake of having to install it twice because I didn't clean the connection good enough.
 
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Old 09-04-2006, 09:27 PM
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Yeah, that copper silver baloney talk will have you second guessing whether you have removed enogh. Mine were no longer copper colored and more of a silver when I was done. Too much? It works fine. Cleaned the contacts with Isoprop Alc and napkin before reinstall. No probs.
 
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Old 09-05-2006, 12:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Tenn01PSD350
Yeah, that copper silver baloney talk will have you second guessing whether you have removed enogh. Mine were no longer copper colored and more of a silver when I was done. Too much? It works fine. Cleaned the contacts with Isoprop Alc and napkin before reinstall. No probs.
Mine too! The second time around I scrubbed the crap out of the thing and it was pretty shiny when I was done!

 
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