Easy ECU Resetting

[ahero4eternity]

I've done 2 things. 1/ Checked the ESM (section EC-68) for confirmation of this procedure, and 2/ done the procedure on my G.
I tried several times to do this without success b4 succeeding on about the 4th try.
-------------turned ign. to on & waited (only) 3 seconds- just 'on', not started!
--------------floored and released gas/p 5 times within 5 secs.
--------------waited 7 secs then floored gas/p for 10 secs at which time the check engine light blinks
------------- release gas/p
------------- floor and hold gas/p for 10 secs.
-------------your done.
seems timing is very important on this

I've done the procedure but have no idea if it's had the desired effect yet. Won't know that 'till later today.
If successful, this looks like any easy way to erase the ECU's memory. I'll post my impressions later. Would someone else try it too?


GSM

[ohm]

Good post, very helpful info. Shouldn't this be in the DIY area?

[ahero4eternity]

done ;)

[05LScoupe]

im gonna try this...but what is the benefit of resetting the ecu can u then drive a certain way that will trick tha car or something tell me watsup?

[ohm]

im gonna try this...but what is the benefit of resetting the ecu can u then drive a certain way that will trick tha car or something tell me watsup?

This works.

When you reset the ECU you are clearing the cars memory of your driving style. Oddly enough, your car adapts to your own personal driving style. If you drive like a granny, your car will respond like one. Though when you go WOT, all bets are off.

[jdmEnthusiast]

this is very tricky... it takes a lot of patience to get it right... i think the easiest way is to disconnect the battery over night

[ohm]

this is very tricky... it takes a lot of patience to get it right... i think the easiest way is to disconnect the battery over night

You are right, it does take patience. I normally do the battery trick too. :laugh:

[Samson]

This works.

When you reset the ECU you are clearing the cars memory of your driving style. Oddly enough, your car adapts to your own personal driving style. If you drive like a granny, your car will respond like one. Though when you go WOT, all bets are off.

Wow. I have heard of artificial intelligence, but this is getting scary. I could assume then that if I start my car, it will immediately rev to 6,000 rpm.

[ToughG]

Thanks Calvin!:)

[Samson]

I've done 2 things. 1/ Checked the ESM (section EC-68) for confirmation of this procedure, and 2/ done the procedure on my G.
I tried several times to do this without success b4 succeeding on about the 4th try.
-------------turned ign. to on & waited (only) 3 seconds- just 'on', not started!
--------------floored and released gas/p 5 times within 5 secs.
--------------waited 7 secs then floored gas/p for 10 secs at which time the check engine light blinks
------------- release gas/p
------------- floor and hold gas/p for 10 secs.
-------------your done.
seems timing is very important on this

I've done the procedure but have no idea if it's had the desired effect yet. Won't know that 'till later today.
If successful, this looks like any easy way to erase the ECU's memory. I'll post my impressions later. Would someone else try it too?


GSM

Thanks Calvin. This sure beats going to the dealership to reset the ECU.

[ToughG]

This works.

When you reset the ECU you are clearing the cars memory of your driving style. Oddly enough, your car adapts to your own personal driving style. If you drive like a granny, your car will respond like one. Though when you go WOT, all bets are off.

I never knew that. That's interesting!