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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 04:21 PM
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Alright I finally got my new vararam installed over the weekend! I forgot to disconnect the battery during installation. Should the computer be reset after this install?
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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 04:52 PM
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Yes. You should also clean the throttle body and MAF.

Clean these two and disconnect the battery for 5 minutes. Then re-assemble and drive for 20-30 miles for the computer to re-adjust.

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Yes. You should also clean the throttle body and MAF.

Clean these two and disconnect the battery for 5 minutes. Then re-assemble and drive for 20-30 miles for the computer to re-adjust.

What should I use to clean them?
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Throttle body cleaner(Carb cleaner) for the throttle body and Electrical cleaner for the MAF.
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I didn't disconnect the battery. Just drove it for 20 miles or so. When you first start it your idle will be rough, then after it relearns the air mixture it's good to go.
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