00-01 owners, how much u pay to update ECU?
#1
00-01 owners, how much u pay to update ECU?
i notice my car doesn't run as good as it should...i have no cel or anything but someone suggested i should get a updated MAF so i did...but in order for it be most effective i need to update the ecu...the dealer want to charge $44 to do it...is it good deal?
#3
wrong. I have the updated MAF. didn't do anything to the ECU when I put the updated MAF in......runs perfect!.
BTW, to reset the ECU all you have to do is unplug the battery for 30 mins or so and then plug it back in...it'll automatically reset. The dealer is FOS.
out of curiosity, how much did the dealer charge you for the updated MAF?
BTW, to reset the ECU all you have to do is unplug the battery for 30 mins or so and then plug it back in...it'll automatically reset. The dealer is FOS.
out of curiosity, how much did the dealer charge you for the updated MAF?
#4
The only person who can update the ecu is the dealer, if you alreeady updated the Maf then you might as well pay the extra 44 dollars to update the ecu. you wont have to worry about it later, or blowing another maf sensor because you didnt update it.
#5
where I can get updated MAF? I need to get an PR intake..i'll just change my MAF at the same time....
Originally Posted by irish44j
wrong. I have the updated MAF. didn't do anything to the ECU when I put the updated MAF in......runs perfect!.
BTW, to reset the ECU all you have to do is unplug the battery for 30 mins or so and then plug it back in...it'll automatically reset. The dealer is FOS.
out of curiosity, how much did the dealer charge you for the updated MAF?
BTW, to reset the ECU all you have to do is unplug the battery for 30 mins or so and then plug it back in...it'll automatically reset. The dealer is FOS.
out of curiosity, how much did the dealer charge you for the updated MAF?
#8
I actually would like to know which dealer is charging $44 for the update of the ECU I have been quoted $160-$180 for the update. I do how ever have a p0420 and need an update for that reason.
BTW one dealer mentioned that something about a different update with the updated maf sensor which I had replaced myself awhile back.
BTW one dealer mentioned that something about a different update with the updated maf sensor which I had replaced myself awhile back.
#9
Originally Posted by NisMo-Max
The only person who can update the ecu is the dealer
Originally Posted by NisMo-Max
if you alreeady updated the Maf then you might as well pay the extra 44 dollars to update the ecu.
Originally Posted by NisMo-Max
you wont have to worry about it later, or blowing another maf sensor because you didnt update it.
UCI - If your MAF is working fine, leave well enough alone. The "updated MAF" does not give added performance - it is simply (supposedly) less prone to blowing....
#10
i just bought my updated maf from jerrryromenissan.com for around $88....the dealer that i go to is cherry hill nissan in nj and yes they quote me $44 to hook up to the com and update my ecu...
#11
definitely update the ecu. Like a computer it is a software upgrade. It will not learn "enough" on its own especially if u have an intake. My opinion and other org members. For less than $50, y not have the best program avail, and ive heard of better gains. Any dealer will tell u to update but they are the specialist of our cars. Would u not listen to specialist in any field?
#12
Originally Posted by rule da road
Any dealer will tell u to update but they are the specialist of our cars. Would u not listen to specialist in any field?
And experts? I was talking last week to the new service manager at my local Nissan dealer. turns out he's only been with Nissan for 2 months. For the 15 previous years he was service manager at a Chevy dealer. There's your expert. There are ALOT of guys here on the org that know FAR MORE about the maxima than most Nissan techs - remember, someone here may know everything about the 2000 Maxima only - the dealers have to know about ALL YEARS OF ALL NISSANS....you think they are "experts" at every Nissan issue?
So, if you believe that the dealer is the undisputed expert when it comes to your car - I have a bridge in Brooklyn you might be interested in buying....
#14
Originally Posted by 2MuchMAX4U
I actually would like to know which dealer is charging $44 for the update of the ECU I have been quoted $160-$180 for the update. I do how ever have a p0420 and need an update for that reason.
BTW one dealer mentioned that something about a different update with the updated maf sensor which I had replaced myself awhile back.
BTW one dealer mentioned that something about a different update with the updated maf sensor which I had replaced myself awhile back.
#15
Originally Posted by irish44j
why? because the dealers are (often) full of ****. They are there to make money. They are there to take YOUR money. Sure there are honest dealers and service techs, but there are plenty of others who will inflate service costs, tell you that you should replace things that aren't broken, etc...
So, if you believe that the dealer is the undisputed expert when it comes to your car - I have a bridge in Brooklyn you might be interested in buying....
So, if you believe that the dealer is the undisputed expert when it comes to your car - I have a bridge in Brooklyn you might be interested in buying....
For example today I took my car for oil change (free BTW!!) the guy call me and he said " Mr. Did you know about the fuses for the Cruise control needs to be replace.... "blablabla...", so I asked how much it can be? the guy said about$145!!!!! plus tax.
When I pick up my car I bought both fuses for $45 + tax........
P.D.: Be aware about this guys....They are not your friend!!!!!!!!!1
#16
Originally Posted by Yaquito
Josh!!!!!! Do not fight!!!!!!!
btw - what the hell are the cruise control fuses? i've never heard of anyone having to replace CC fuses.......I've certainly never had to do anything to any cruise control on any car I've ever owned.....
you sure they didn't just change the air in your tires
#17
Actually I do need to update my ECU but not for the reason of a new MAF. I remember there was a glitch with the O2 sensor that I have and I need to get the ECU updated so that my CEL turns off.
That is the only reason why I would update my ECU. ANything else, I'd leave it alone or just go to Technosquare.
That is the only reason why I would update my ECU. ANything else, I'd leave it alone or just go to Technosquare.
#18
To clarify, I don't mean dealers, I'm talkin about service techs who have been workin on Nissans for years, and talked to on the side. No sales pitch involved and more than one. I'll do it because im meticulous, and believe theyve seen and worked on more maximas than me. I'll post when I do.
#19
hey, it's your car - do what makes you comfortable. As for me, my experience is that in most cases I know more about the car than the local Nissan techs - the guys who "can't duplicate the problem" or say "there's nothing wrong" when I know there is....Dealer only gets to see my car if it's a warranty problem that I have pre-diagnosed by myself or through "other" sources (.org, other people who know maximas)..that way they can't B.S. me.
#21
Meter-Air Flow.....aka Mass Air Flow Sensor...it tells the car how much air is coming in so the engine can determine how much fuel to mix with it (basically)....
You should buy a Haynes manual for the maxima at your local auto parts store.....keep it handy to look things like this up, and it will have pictures to show you where it is and what it looks like....
You should buy a Haynes manual for the maxima at your local auto parts store.....keep it handy to look things like this up, and it will have pictures to show you where it is and what it looks like....
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