Tuesday, December 10, 2013
How to Reset a Computer on a 2001 Chevy Venture
You can reset the computer on your 2001 Chevrolet Venture right from your home garage, saving yourself time and money. The computer in your Venture, known as an OBD or On-Board Diagnostics computer, stores error codes. These codes can be read using an OBD scan tool. This tool is also used to erase the codes and reset the computer. This small hand-held computerized device can be purchased from any auto parts store. Most stores will even loan you a scan tool for the purpose of resetting your computer.
Instructions
- 1
Find the OBD port on the left side of the fuse panel. This port is the same size and shape as the connector end of the OBD scan tool.
2Plug the OBD scan tool into the OBD port. Dont force it into the port or you may damage the pins.
3Put the key into the ignition and turn it to the "II" position.
4Wait for the scan tool to stop flashing. When it has, this means it has cleared the codes. Some OBD scan tools require you to press "Reset," "Delete" or other similar command to clear the codes. Consult the manual that came with the scan tool for exact instructions.
5Unplug the scan tool and turn on the engine. Verify that all warning and service lights have turned off. The computer is now reset.