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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 05:12 PM
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Just Bought A.E.

Got it from the brown truck a few mins ago, Im gonna install it right now. Anyone have any good advice on what to to first as far as tests and such?
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 06:14 PM
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To start with when you first connect it usually says "Enhanced Powertrain" check the drop down and see all of the other systems you can look at. If you are not looking for a problem just "play" with it and get familiar with all of the sensors.

On the "Test Onboard Systems" tab run them all just to get familiar with them.

When you do the KOEO dont worry your truck is not about to explode.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 09:21 PM
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Just got mine today also.

Alan, My OBD connector points straight down in front of the accel pedal. I would like to have the AE connected when I drive but the connector sticks down too far for safe driving. Did you move yours?
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 09:23 PM
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Santa, please bring me a new laptop and a shiney AE package please. I've been relatively good this year. Cookies and milk are on the hearth beside the chimney.Thanks

Kris
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 09:26 PM
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there's an AE connector on Ebay for $99 right now. just need a computer and download software I think
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 09:29 PM
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My OBD connector points straight down in front of the accel pedal. I would like to have the AE connected when I drive but the connector sticks down too far for safe driving. Did you move yours?
I never even notice it when i am driving but then i am only about 5'9"
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 09:33 PM
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I'll try it and see. My feet are 13 and I'm afraid of it interferring with the brake pedal.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 09:38 PM
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It doesnt stick down that far, it sits just to the right of my shin.
 
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Old Nov 27, 2006 | 10:22 PM
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Autoengenuity - diagnostic software
 
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Old Nov 28, 2006 | 04:42 PM
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I drove mine around today with it pluged in, I just had the cord hooked around the transfercase lever. My boots are an 11 and I didnt come close to hitting the cable or connection. I must say what a great tool this is going to be, I didnt really get a chance to do much more then screw around with some of the features. Im about to go out now and data log some stuff.
 
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