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Old Jan 11, 2010 | 11:04 AM
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91-92 ECU differences?

I recently installed a hypertech chip in my 91 GTA, but the chip was for a 1992. It ran poorly and threw a code for cylinder select error. Is there is difference in the ECU's or is this chip crap??
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Old Jan 12, 2010 | 07:58 AM
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Re: 91-92 ECU differences?

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I recently installed a hypertech chip in my 91 GTA, but the chip was for a 1992. It ran poorly and threw a code for cylinder select error. Is there is difference in the ECU's or is this chip crap??
All '90-'92 port injected 3rd gens used the same ECM ('7730). It may be that the chip is for the 6-cylinder port injected Camaro/Firebird.

At the same time, did you use the adapter along with the stock MEMCAL when you installed the HyperActive chip?

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Old Jan 12, 2010 | 10:05 AM
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Re: 91-92 ECU differences?

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All '90-'92 port injected 3rd gens used the same ECM ('7730). It may be that the chip is for the 6-cylinder port injected Camaro/Firebird.

At the same time, did you use the adapter along with the stock MEMCAL when you installed the HyperActive chip?

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What I got is an adapter with a hypertech chip on it labeled with part number 122322 which lists as being for a 1992 350 auto firebird/camaro.
My ECU has been replaced in 1994 I believe the sticker said. Which number do I need off of it to identify it?
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Old Jan 12, 2010 | 10:33 AM
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Re: 91-92 ECU differences?



Here is a pic of what it looks like.
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Old Jan 12, 2010 | 10:59 AM
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Re: 91-92 ECU differences?

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Here is a pic of what it looks like.
You need to place the original MEMCAL onto the pins the protrude sideways from the adapter board.

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Old Jan 12, 2010 | 11:15 AM
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Re: 91-92 ECU differences?

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You need to place the original MEMCAL onto the pins the protrude sideways from the adapter board.

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AAAHHHHHHH, I see. I will go try that right away and get back to you. I wish it would have had directions with it.
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Old Jan 12, 2010 | 11:26 AM
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Re: 91-92 ECU differences?

I got it working!
Thanks for the guidance, I really appreciate it.
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