Tuesday, April 1, 2014
How to Dismantle Car Computers
In the old days, cars were simple. At least they were simple compared to the cars we drive today that are becoming more and more sophisticated and computerized. The computers in your car control the safety and advanced diagnostics systems with which your car is equipped. They also control the air intake and the fuel intake systems. If you need to modify a car these days, youll need to know how to dismantle and work with the computers that control the various systems.
Instructions
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Remove the computer system from your car. Where the computer system is located in each vehicle will depend on your vehicle. On some vehicles you will need to remove the interior panels or the glove box to access the computer. Consult your vehicles owners manual for details on exactly where the system is located. Usually the computer system is encased in a square metallic or plastic box. Before removing the computer, disconnect the negative cable from the battery terminal to avoid risk of shock.
2Find a clean, uncluttered, well-lit, work area. Car computers have many small electronic parts, so you should touch a bare grounded piece of metal before working on the computer. Wear an antistatic wrist strap to prevent accidental static discharge. Even small amounts of static electricity can damage your cars computer.
3Remove screws that hold the unit together. Your car computer control unit will probably be held together with a number of screws. Make sure that youve removed each of the individual screws. Depending on the vehicle, youll need a Phillips, Torx or Allen screwdriver.
4Once youve removed all the screws, caully lift the lid off your car computer unit. On some units the lid will open on a hinge.
5Dismantle the computer unit itself to harvest parts or modify as desired. Your cars computer control unit is made up of modules. Once youve located the module that youre looking for, remove any screws that are holding it in place and, with a firm grasp, remove it from its socket.
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