central information computer MOD
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From: Israel
central information computer MOD
Is there a mod to get more out of the central information computer?
I have a 2007 F-350 XL that only shows Total KM/resetable KM/motor hours
Is there a way to get the computer to give me other information like in the Lariat? MPG etc.
is it a matter of having more sensors or just programming/flashing the computer?
always an optimist,
Eysham
I have a 2007 F-350 XL that only shows Total KM/resetable KM/motor hours
Is there a way to get the computer to give me other information like in the Lariat? MPG etc.
is it a matter of having more sensors or just programming/flashing the computer?
always an optimist,
Eysham
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From: Central Florida
You have a CAN dash system, so I imagine that it's a firmware issue in the display. I don't know for a fact, but I bet that the lariat computer has a different part number and that one can get the MPG info from the cluster.
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Joined: Jun 2004
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From: San Jose CA
When I get bored with just switching between the trip meter and the hour meter, I open the door, and it says 'door ajar'. When that gets boring I push buttons on the trailer brake controller and it gives me a different message.
I'm sure there are others I haven't discovered yet.
Honestly, I was happy to get an hour meter. Many people on here complain about the inaccuracy of the features (like miles to empty, miles per gallon) of the higher-model computers, and it made me question the value of the extra features.
I'm sure there are others I haven't discovered yet.
Honestly, I was happy to get an hour meter. Many people on here complain about the inaccuracy of the features (like miles to empty, miles per gallon) of the higher-model computers, and it made me question the value of the extra features.
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Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Edmonton, AB
You can get a scangage, it displays most stuff the overhead computer does + more. Mine is not working properly though and I am not sure if it is my OBD2 port or my particular unit. Others have claimed not to have the problems I have had. They run about $160.
