colorfan

i think i read that OBD1 ECMS don't need programming or to be flashed, is this the case? or would it be plug and play? thanks

PureDrifter

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no programming needed to run the car. Can't remember about the security for the alarm. Believe it's separate.

dicer

Gen 1's have a separate module for alarm stuff.

colorfan

so i should be good to just take it to my mechanic to put it in upon arrival?

tysilk

Sure. I say plug it up and play cause you never really know with used ecm. Also check the alarm module like dicer said.

My advice: after you plug it in, turn the key to battery and let the power cycle through it and let the ecm do its system checks. After it calibrates (about 30-60 seconds) then crank it up.

colorfan

thanks! bringing the car into the mechanic tomorrow to replace it, will tell him this....

colorfan

good news is that it was just plug and play , and passed smog check first time..phew. noticing more power to the car too