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Old Mar 12, 2004 | 09:39 PM
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Reset ECU after installing exhaust?

Is it necessary/recommend to reset the ECU (unplug the '-' (negative) battery cable for a few minutes) after installing an exhaust?

I know it is recommended for an intake.

Just want to make sure - although I doubt it would hurt.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 10:27 PM
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regardless i would do it, and let my ecu remap all the curves with the exhaust.
Old Mar 12, 2004 | 10:46 PM
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except for a 2k3 unplugging the - terminal won't reprogram the ecu.
Old Mar 13, 2004 | 07:10 AM
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I have a 2K3.
Old Mar 13, 2004 | 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by maxcosity
I have a 2K3.
for 02-3, you don't unplug the battery

http://www.technosquareinc.com/350reset.htm

http://maxima.theowensfamily.com/ecu.asp
Old Mar 14, 2004 | 12:40 PM
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Thats weird i have 2000 and i install ingen intake and cat back exhaust and the y-pipe.
i did not reset my ECU ,And the SES light never come on it's been 6 month now no problem.
Is there something wrong with my ECU?
Old Mar 14, 2004 | 12:56 PM
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Resetting the ECU only clears stored error codes, it does not erase or reset stored operating parameters.

The ECU will immediately learn and adjust for any performance mods you install by looking at MAF (air flow) readings and O2 sensors.
Old Mar 15, 2004 | 02:23 AM
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Originally Posted by custommaximaSE
Thats weird i have 2000 and i install ingen intake and cat back exhaust and the y-pipe.
i did not reset my ECU ,And the SES light never come on it's been 6 month now no problem.
Is there something wrong with my ECU?
i did not reset my ECU either!!
Old Mar 15, 2004 | 08:46 AM
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how would you reset your ecu without disconnecting your battery. doing it from the inside of the car.
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