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Old Nov 23, 2002 | 10:29 PM
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When I got my car, the guy said he upgraded the computer. How can I find out for sure??
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Old Nov 24, 2002 | 12:18 PM
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Open the ECM. Look at the MemCal. Inside you should see a large PROM with a label. If the date code is newer than the manufacture date of the vehicle, it isn't the original. It may not be an "upgrade", but your original PROM should have a date code older than the assembly date of the car. The month/year of assembly is on a label in the driver's door jamb.
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Old Nov 24, 2002 | 02:37 PM
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Just like he said
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Old Nov 24, 2002 | 09:18 PM
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How exactly do I open the ECM??
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Old Nov 24, 2002 | 09:29 PM
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sounds like he put a new chip in there.
layman term "i upgraded my computer"
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Old Nov 24, 2002 | 10:12 PM
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I am not a very easy person to convince. I need proof. So, who do I check the ECM?? Thanks for your help!!
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