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2004 Lexus GX470 192000 mi. not tested for codes. (1) changed Batt. used 9v in cig.lighter socket correctly to inst. Now Mpg readout acts erratic.when stopped goes to (00) reading than erratic when moving. (2) drivers dr adj doesn't work. also, bought with 170000 on it. best vehicle I've ever owned Im 78 yrs old.Should I reset computer to factory with 5watt resister as You suggested?                                                     Respectfully Elmer    I'll ring that bell! {black}:hi:  


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Posted by: @2004gx470

changed Batt. used 9v in cig.lighter socket

9V isn't enough. It's a 12V system. Everything was reset.

 

Posted by: @2004gx470

Mpg readout acts erratic.

that's normal when settings are reset.

 

Posted by: @2004gx470

when stopped goes to (00

yes. When you're stopped, you're moving zero miles per gallon.

 

Posted by: @2004gx470

reading than erratic when moving.

it will be until the computer starts to average values from all your driving. Right now there's barely any data.

Posted by: @2004gx470

Should I reset computer to factory with 5watt resister as You suggested?                                                  

if you reset it again, you're back to square one. Erratic readings for even longer.

Just leave it alone and drive.


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