Just Installed My Re-Programmed PCM

[ChevyHighPerformance]

It takes about a tank of gas to get the full benefit of the programming. To help the idle relearn, start up the H3 when cold and let it warm up to normal temps.

[K9sH3]

OK I just got mine yesterday (loaner). Now how hard was it for you to get the damn plugs off. And did you move your washer fluid bottle and over-flow?

[Gottmud]

No need to remove anything. The 3 plugs might be in there pretty good from not having been disturbed from the factory. Pull up on the red tags, lift the lock ALL the way up, and carefully wiggle the connectors off. it might take a few minutes, but they will come. I sprayed the connectors once they were off with electronics cleaner. Ensure on install that the plugs go all the way in.
Follow the instructions on the loaner for re learn. its all very easy.

[K9sH3]

Yeah.. so you say.

I sure hope its that easy.


Thanks

WD

[H3 Alaska]

How much for the mod?

[Jeff G]

Any advantage to having yours reprogrammed instead of nuying one direct from them?

[K9sH3]

I think it is because it has something to do with the vin # and all the network of crap in the 3. Anyhow, I was told to get the loaner and send mine in and when it comes back I would be stoked.
I am sure hopeing thats what will happen...

Originally Posted by Jeff G

Any advantage to having yours reprogrammed instead of nuying one direct from them?

Yep, you can skip the CASE relearn that way. If you buy one outright, you would need to find someone to do the relearn for you. We realize that's kind of a pain for some people, hence why we offer the option of sending your PCM in, or using our loaner program (with leaves you with your PCM tuned in the end).

Thanks so much for the great review Nigel!!

[K9sH3]

Originally Posted by Gottmud

No need to remove anything. The 3 plugs might be in there pretty good from not having been disturbed from the factory. Pull up on the red tags, lift the lock ALL the way up, and carefully wiggle the connectors off. it might take a few minutes, but they will come. I sprayed the connectors once they were off with electronics cleaner. Ensure on install that the plugs go all the way in.
Follow the instructions on the loaner for re learn. its all very easy.

You speak the truth, It was easier than I thought. I put the loaner in and followed the instructions (it said it wouldn't start) but it did and off I went. I have a lil less room to work with, my Airhorn tank is just to the right of it and the lines to it are in the way. But it was easy!

[deserth3]

I was just looking at the order sheet. It has three options for towing. No, <1500, >1500. I couldn't find any aditional info on their site.

I don't normaly tow but would like to have the option available to me if I want to.
WHich option should I pick?

[excel25]

What happens if you go in for service and they flash you?? do you start from brand new $$

[K9sH3]

Flash them back.... Good question but I doubt my dealer would have an issue.

[deserth3]

Originally Posted by excel25

What happens if you go in for service and they flash you?? do you start from brand new $$

This is covered here. It's the last post on the page. http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/s...t=24540&page=2

They reflash it no charge. They just ask you cover shipping.