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Feb 5, 2008 | 10:16 AM

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leunhenr

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GEM Module programming

Hi. I have a 98 Ford F-150 and I had a leaky windshield a while back, and the dealer said I needed to have the GEM module replaced. I've already taken the old GEM out to look at it and put it back in, so I know how to replace it. But if I buy a new GEM module, does it need to be programmed by the Ford dealer before it can be used? I would hate to take the truck to Ford for them to replace the GEM because they charge an arm and a leg for it , while it's so easy if I just replaced it myself.

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Feb 5, 2008 | 10:23 AM

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MisterCMK

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Probably not the answer you're looking for, but from my search on the forums it looks like the GEM does need to be programmed for your truck.

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Feb 5, 2008 | 07:05 PM

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Ron W.

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I'm thinking as long as you get the correct module it will already be programed for the accessories your truck has.

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Feb 5, 2008 | 08:15 PM

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LxMan1

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NO, too many variables. They have a base program and the dealer goes by the vin # to program the proper options.

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Feb 5, 2008 | 08:36 PM

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antony25

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GEM does not need programming for this application. Be sure to give your parts guy the number off of the old module to get the correct one.

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