Clearing codes without scan tool?
Feb 9, 2010 | 10:54 PM
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Clearing codes without scan tool?
Is there a way to clear codes on a 09 corvette with out a scan tool, using the dash buttons or not? I know on my 02z you can but was wondering if you can do the same on the 09? If so explain please.
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Feb 10, 2010 | 11:08 AM
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Nope, need the proper tool to clear.
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Feb 10, 2010 | 01:10 PM
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Disconnect your battery.
I thought the newer ECMs held the codes now. That was the easiest way to blank the codes on the older ECMs.
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Feb 10, 2010 | 07:02 PM
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Feb 10, 2010 | 07:32 PM
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C5 was the last to allow you to clear the codes by disconnecting the battery. The C6 needs a scan tool of some kind to read and clear them.
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Feb 10, 2010 | 11:10 PM
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Many parts stores (Azone) will loan you the scan tool or will clear the codes for you for free.
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Autozone or Advanced free removal. Disconnecting the Battery dosent work, the ECM stores the code.
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