reseting codes?
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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
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Printed Date: May 28, 2024 at 8:32 PM
Topic: reseting codes?
Posted By: paulrboucher
Subject: reseting codes?
Date Posted: February 18, 2006 at 10:06 AM
I just installed a remote starter on a Pontiac Transport 98. I am told that I might have generated a bunch of "error" codes since I initially didn't power all ignition wires and tested the remote starter in that configuration. How can I reset the car's computer in order to get rid of these codes once I complete my installation? Do I simply disconnect the negative battery terminal for 20 minutes or so? Before doing this should I note down anything ? in order to reprogram after reset? e.g., car radio anti-theft? (if I have one...)
Thanks.
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Posted By: JWorm
Date Posted: February 18, 2006 at 11:07 AM
Does the check engine light or any other lights come on now when you start it by key? If not....nothing to worry about. If you have lights...pull the battery (-) for 20 minutes.
Posted By: kohara73
Date Posted: February 18, 2006 at 11:59 AM
The van uses OBDII engine management. If the Check/Service Engine light is on, it will go out on it's own after a number of drive cycles without detecting a problem. Pulling the battery terminal off is not the answer, as this resets all monitors, not just the one you need to. Sometimes as little as three cycles will do it.
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Keith
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