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ECU CODING & PROGRAMMING
Since the introduction of OBD II and leading up to modern Hybrids and
EVs, computers, and software in cars have been expanding at an
exponential rate. In-car software is becoming one of the leading needs
for service, and updating software may be the only way to fix some of
these issues:
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Drivability
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Fuel Efficiency
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Power Loss
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Fault Codes
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Durability of Mechanical Parts
The Programming and Coding function is used to re-flash the vehicle
control modules, which allows you to update the computer software of
the vehicle to the latest version, as well as to reprogram adaptive data of
certain components after making repairs or replacements.
There are two general types of programming operations:
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ECU Coding
ECU Coding, also known as Teach-in Program, or Component Adaptation,
is used to reprogram adaptive data for electronic control modules after
repairs or replacements of parts.
