PCM Swap, DIY?
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Originally Posted by Rogue
If you go with option 2 and have us send you a core then that core must be taught the crankshaft variation (I.E. you MUST have a crankshaft relearn done).
1)You somehow happen to have gotten a PCM that has the same variance in your crank sensors already programmed in it. (Rare)
2)You get a PCM that has a negative variance (less timing less performance)
3)You get a PCM that has a positive variance (more timing, possible engine damage)
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Would it be somewhat safe to replace PCM and then drive 3 - 4 miles to the shop for the CASE learn procedure?
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Would it be somewhat safe to replace PCM and then drive 3 - 4 miles to the shop for the CASE learn procedure?
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Originally Posted by Rogue
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Would it be somewhat safe to replace PCM and then drive 3 - 4 miles to the shop for the CASE learn procedure?
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Would it be somewhat safe to replace PCM and then drive 3 - 4 miles to the shop for the CASE learn procedure?
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I went to dealer and the service guy just went and got tech 2 and did case learn for free.It was no sweat off him took few minutes.
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