Need to reset computer after used engine installed?

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Old 05-26-2014, 06:38 PM
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Need to reset computer after used engine installed?

Sadly, my 2003 acura tl just died. The dealership did some testing and a compression test, which kinda worked since the engine wouldn't turn over. I was told that my engine was DOA!
I found a used engine...with the price of in and the cost of installation, I cant pass it up. My question now is, do I have to get the computer reprogrammed with an engine swap??
Old 05-26-2014, 06:49 PM
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What is the donor motor coming from ?
What caused your original motor to be "DOA" ? Timing belt failure or extreme overheating ?

While I'm not 100% sure, I don't think the computer would know the difference if it was the same type of motor. If it came from a '99 or an "S" model, than maybe there would be a problem, IDK. Somebody else will chime in later to help you. IMO, the dealership should know.
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Nope! its plug and play if its the same Engine and since you will probably unplug your battery your ECU will be already Reset so it would fire up the engine as brand new..
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Perfect chance to put a Type S engine in there like I did, its also plug and play with the exception of the air filter box.
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