Hi there, how may i reset my computer after i just cleaned up the throttle body on my 2004 gmc sierra? And is this necessary to reset any compensation for the dirty throttle body? I heard I could just leave the battery off for a couple minutes but I don't think it worked... And how can I reset the computer so it stops telling me I need to change my oil ?
I would suggest stopping by an AutoZOne or O'Reilly's and "borrow" their Scan Tool to erase any codes.
TO reset the "Change Oil" light, turn the ignition to ON (do NOT start the car). Press the accelerator pedal all the way down (then release) to the floor 3 times in less than 5 seconds. Change Oil light should flash then go off. If not, try it again. The trick is to get this done in 5 seconds ro less.
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Could you re-phrase the second question? I assume the "CHANGE OIL" light came on. If so, the procedure I stated should work. If it is something else then please re-ask the quesition.
I have cleaned many GM throttle bodies and yes, the carbon build up is pretty common. On the ones I have cleaned, no resetting is neccessary UNLESS the Check Engine light came on. The Toyota reset sequence MAY be just for Toyota (I have no experience with them).
If the "CHECK ENGINE" light is not on, that means no Codes are stored so, go ahead and drive on ! ! IF the Check Engine light comes on, my advice about "borrowing" an OBD2 code reader will erase ALL error codes.
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Sorry, let me try to clear this up. "MY second" question was actually answered correctly by you which was in fact about the change oil message. It's actually "MY first" question which I now see I explained a bit confusing...
So, I cleaned my throttle body which is one of 4 parts to an induction service. To my understanding, when the throttle body is dirty, it doesn't close completely and the computer automatically compensates for this. So, when you clean the throttle body, I was told it is necessary to clear the computers memory in order for the car to run properly again. There isn't actually a service light or code that is coming up on my dash and saying anything so there is nothing to reset with a regular diagnostic tool like you'd find at an Auto Zone...
A friend of mine that works at Toyota said when he does an induction service on a car, he has to reset or clear the computer's memory one of 2 ways: #1 by leaving the battery disconnected for a few minutes... OR #2 by using I think he said a laptop they have there at the dealer...
Any thoughts?
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