I've searched and searched and searched these forums to no avail :bang: I know it has something to do with idling for 1 minute with the A/C off, then with the A/C on, then driving for 10 miles or something like that. Can someone shed some light on the issue? I know it was posted recently here and I can't find it for the life of me in any of the recent posts!

Thanks!

 

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum drivability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral
position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
• The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
• If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned."

 

Like he said - the procedure is in the owner's manual.

 

Thanks - I did see something in the owners manual but it looked more complex than what he posted But thanks any way

 

No worries Dave . . . . like Ed said it's straight from the manual so you shouldn't have any problems . . . . other than the fact that . . . from my experience it takes a lot longer than stated to get back to the performance you had before the disconnect.

 

Reset your clock too.