Install new computer - easy?

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I will be swapping computers on my '96 Dodge pickup (see signature below). I have been told that the procedure is simple - unplug the old, undo the bolts, reverse the procedure for the new one. Has anybody else done this? Is it as easy as it sounds? Is it a good idea to disconnect the battery before starting? Are there any pitfalls to watch out for, or any tricks I should know? Thanks for any help. Don

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'96 2500, ext cab, 4x4, 3:54, LSD, auto, BD pressure loc, auto loc, heavy-duty TC, trans-go kit, BD heavy-duty trans cooler, DP II, Premo Plus oil filtration system, Prime-loc, pulling 10,000 lb 5th wheel.

 

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<font color=blue>Its always a good idea to disconnect the battery while doing any electrical work. Granted nuthing will happen "most" of the time but why take that chance?

 

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Removeing the two bolts that hold the fuel filter housing, and gently pushing it away from the block will give you better access.

 

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Snapman, what you suggest is a good idea for changing the ECM which is bolted to the block although Lil' Smoker lists a "96. A "96 doesn't have an ECM. Something is amiss. The "96 may have a PCM for the auto transmission in which case that topic would need to be in the 12v forum. The PCM is on the firewall on the passenger side.

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I've got a long way to go to catch up. HVAC the 12 forum would be great if he was installing a trans or instaliing a new PCM to make trans to work. But the PCM does a whole lot more. I even have one in my truck and it's a 5 spd. #ad
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Originally posted by HVAC:
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Originally posted by HVAC:
Kat, 2000 posts now and counting #ad
That doesn't even count the several hundred lost in servor crashes. You better get going #ad

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