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Old May 5, 2009 | 03:35 PM
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any reason my check engine light came on a minute after i installed teh xdi true flow and turned on the truck? will it go away? Should I disconnect the battery for a while and reset the computer?
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 04:01 PM
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Well, I will start with the obvious question.... Did you hook the sensor back up that was in your old intake tube? Looks like it goes on in front on the first bend of the XDI.

I would not reset, I would get it scanned first to see what the code is.
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:22 PM
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yes its in there. does position of it have anythinbg to do with the problem?
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:26 PM
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It would be good if, as suggested, you could put a scanner on it and report the code. It will help figure out your problem and let others know what to expect.


Edit: Will the evic report trouble codes?
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:59 PM
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Did you unhook the negative cable during the install? If not then unhook it for a little bit and hook it back up and see if the code is still there.
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by chambers
Did you unhook the negative cable during the install? If not then unhook it for a little bit and hook it back up and see if the code is still there.
I would suggest the same, I didn't get any errors or lights since I installed mine a week ago
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 06:36 PM
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Originally Posted by mopowar
Will the evic report trouble codes?
I've had that recurring check engine light on my truck and the only thing that has come up on the messages section is the oil change message. As high tech as these trucks are, why aren't the trouble codes and their reference shown in the EVIC?

Probably, so you'll take it to the dealer to be diagnosed and he can cash in on the repair. $$$$
 

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Old May 5, 2009 | 07:36 PM
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I reset the battery and computer. All fixed for now! No light. Car sounds better and feels a little more peppy. so far happy with the mod. These trucks need a tune badly!
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 07:59 PM
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That's usually all it takes, pretty much all CAI instructions say to disconnect the battery during install and reconnect after. I think it helps your truck adjust to the increased airflow better.
 
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