how do i know if i need an ecu update/reflash

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Old Oct 23, 2009 | 05:38 PM
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how do i know if i need an ecu update/reflash

Wats up, just wondering if there is a way to check if i need an ecu update/flash and if it was covered under powertrain warranty........? If not does anyone know how much the dealer would charge for it.....
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Old Oct 23, 2009 | 08:43 PM
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When I first got the car I took it in for a check on various items. I requested that the car be checked and if it did not have the latest ecu flash update to please do it.

They did for $105 but could not tell me what it was for, other than it was the latest ecu flash update out.
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 11:39 AM
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thats not too bad i think i could live with that thanks bro
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by stevesrl
When I first got the car I took it in for a check on various items. I requested that the car be checked and if it did not have the latest ecu flash update to please do it.

They did for $105 but could not tell me what it was for, other than it was the latest ecu flash update out.
Are you out of warranty? I would think if you're still under warranty it should be covered.
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 07:02 PM
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Yep, I am out of warranty. I did find it strange that they could not explain what the ECU update did. I felt no difference in the car.
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