1989 Dodge Dakota I'M PUTTING IN A NEW COMPUTER

10,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JAMES MUNDY
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I WAS TOLD THAT I HAD TO RECODE THE IDLE SOLENOID. ALSO WAS TOLD FROM ANOTHER SOURCE THAT IT'S THE THROTLE SOLENOID CIRCUT CODE 37.NOT SURE WHAT TO DO
Sep 15, 2010 at 8:26 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Hi JAMES MUNDY, Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation

New PCM has to be flashed

DTC 37 Fault in part throttle unlock solenoid driver circuit.

GENERIC COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES

Some manufacturers identify a specific relearn procedure which will help establish suitable driveability during relearn stage. These procedures are especially important if vehicle is equipped with and electronically controlled automatic transmission or transaxle. Always complete procedure before returning vehicle to customer. The following general procedures are to be used if driveability problems are encountered after power loss or battery has been disconnected. These procedures may provide an aid in eliminating these problems.

Automatic Transmission

Set parking brake, start engine in "P" or "N" position. Warm-up vehicle to normal operating temperature or until cooling fan cycles.
Allow vehicle to idle for one minute in "N" position. Select "D" and allow engine to idle for one minute.
Accelerate at normal throttle position (20-50%) until vehicle shifts into top gear.
Cruise at light to medium throttle.
Decelerate to a stop, allowing vehicle to downshift, and use brakes normally.
Process may be repeated as necessary.
Sep 15, 2010 at 8:43 AM
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