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Dalehooper
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hi i have recently got my hands on a 1.4 16v ecotec engine for my 1.2 8v corsa, it hasnt come with an ecu, would the ecu i got start the engine until i can get the correct ecu or would it couse me more problems using the ecu ive got? any help be greatful for
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no it wont run

when you get an ecu you also eed the key chip to match it
Dalehooper
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18th Jan 12 at 17:54   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
so i wouldnt be able to use my existing keys, as they wont be programmed to the ecu
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correct
Ian
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Depending on the shape of your key may be able to put the chip from the donor key in to yours.

You could also get a new style key cut with your blade and room for the chip.
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quote:
Originally posted by Ian
Depending on the shape of your key may be able to put the chip from the donor key in to yours.

You could also get a new style key cut with your blade and room for the chip.


you could also tape the chip to the transpoder
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18th Jan 12 at 20:21   View Garage View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
Or that.
Joe Edwards
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Could you not just get someone with diagnostics and re program the current keys with the new ecu/immobiliser?
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dont no any1 local which is able to diagnostic/re program the ecu. would a normal garage be able to do this? or is it going to be quicker getting an ecu and complete lock set?
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Or just buy a unlocked one or one thats been chipped then no need for chip etc
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were can i buy an unlocked ecu from, i dont think my car has a chip on the ignition as it p reg and there is no central locking etc
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People selling one or look for super chipped one mate
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Take it to a Vauxhall dealer they will be able to do it

 
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