Reflash Info Needed
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Reflash Info Needed
I have an '03 with EGR Delete, 4" exhaust w/out cat, coolant filter...the truck runs great. However, if I don't plug it in at night it is harder to start (even at 55-60 degrees)...if I do plug it in, no problem. I'm considering getting the latest flash to correct the cold start, but I don't want to screw with anything else since it runs so good. I haven't checked the glow plugs or GPR yet. Should I get the flash or no? I'd hate to get it only to discover the cure is worse than the disease.
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Thanks...I don't mean to imply it's impossible to start, it just rolls over longer than I'd like and produces the white puff we all know. I also forgot to explain I have a remote start on it (works great but won't cycle the glow plugs repeatedly)...if I get in and cycle the glow plugs manually a few times then it busts off satisfactorily. I just want it to start with relative ease regardless. Is that alot to ask?
I'll try a synthetic oil next time but has anyone switched to a synthetic with more than 100k miles only to discover new drips or leaks on the driveway?
Lastly, what is the best / most recent flash for my 2003? My Oasis states it was 're-calibrated' in Dec. '07. Thanks for any / all help...
I'll try a synthetic oil next time but has anyone switched to a synthetic with more than 100k miles only to discover new drips or leaks on the driveway?
Lastly, what is the best / most recent flash for my 2003? My Oasis states it was 're-calibrated' in Dec. '07. Thanks for any / all help...
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From: Corvallis, OR
December '07 should be the early inductive heating strategy. I would get it reflashed since those are hard on the FICM. You won't have any trouble switching to synthetic, use a good quality like Mobile TDT or Valvoline Premium Blue Extreme (my choice).
