Q: Pc reset

asked by on October 19, 2017

I changed tps sensor and iac valve do I need to reset the pc and if so how

the check engine light is an indication there are stored codes in the computer and disconnection of battery will not clear memory. You will need to have a scanner hooked up and then can clear and retest for codes. This is only way to clear the old codes.

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