Re: Re: Computer reset questions

From: martin wilson (mrfargo@golden.net)
Date: Mon Jul 19 1999 - 23:10:02 EDT


Aaron wrote:
>
> why does everybody disconnect the battery. Just pull the three plugs out of
> the computer and let it sit. You won't lose radio presets and it's a lot
> easier.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: jesse <pojess@home.com>
> To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Sent: Sunday, July 18, 1999 8:12 AM
> Subject: DML: Computer reset questions
>
> > These are the steps I follow to reset my computer. Please comment.....
> > 1 - disconnect battery cables (both - & +)
> > 2 - Turn ignition for 10 seconds - to relieve any stored energy
> > Is this correct? When I do this I loose the time on the radio, but not
> > the stations. I also loose the trip odometer but not the odometer. What
> > gives? Is this normal?
> >
> > 97 cc v6 auto fabm, Jet stage I on oder
> >
Aaron, obviously you hae been very lucky and not had any
arcing/sparking.



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