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Surely there is a less brute force, more elegant solution to effect an OBD system reset than pulling the power on it. Oh wait, you can already do...
BY erasable memory do you mean volatile memory (DRAM) which requires power to maintain? Wow, that's such a moronic design decision. Just replace...
Sure would like to find out who the moron (SAE? CARB? EPA?) is and what's the rationale for expressly deleting the data from flash on battery...
Problem now is don't think I am allowed to wash it!
Passed! All monitors got set. I think it's the sacrificed goat and chicken, and driving in the (much needed) rain that did it. Seriously, thanks...
Know any priest who can perform exorcism?
I have no issues with on board diagnostics per se. It's a good and obvious idea, and a great diagnostic tool. What I don't get is why swapping out...
AD170, What? I have to clear all monitors? Start from scratch? Who invented this insane system??
After more driving per advice, Evap and Catalyst monitors still not set. WTF! Need to get one of them to set to pass.
Thanks, Mikeyr. Will follow directions closely.
MVDESQ: Looks like I need an ELM327 reader?
Yes, ECU was reset. Hence the problem. Thanks, I got the pdf re drive cycle for Fcars. Will give it a try. Odd that to set the monitors you have...
The service adviser did say the evap monitor is the hardest one to set. What is the best way to set that? Short drives? I did not know about the...
Thanks for all the inputs. I spoke with the dealer service adviser. He said he has no specific quidance to give other than to drive it a lot...
Hello all, I have not posted here for a while. But I need your advice. When my '05 F430 was in for annual service this spring I had them...
I agree 100% re buying Factory Approved car from dealer and getting a Power warranty for at least the first 12 month, just in case. That's what I...
You might want to read this thread first. http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=339798 Not taking sides re the conflict noted...
I got a Power Warranty booklet with the info page filled in. Pondering if I should extend it. Question: Was told warranty comes with...
Did Porsche ever fix their well standing, well documented RMS problem?
I, too, am an engineer. I, too, graduated in '73 (ugh). To some extent I agree with your take on the inconsistent level of engineering in a modern...
