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    Sep 24, 2010, 04:59 AM
    Have bought a used F350 with 6.0 engine
    I don't know how my 2006 F350 was maintained. Having bought it used, where would I need to start to get it ready to be put into service? Do I need to put a chip in the computer?
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    Sep 24, 2010, 06:19 AM

    So you bought a truck with a 6.0 that you never saw running?

    THe 6.0 has a history of problems, if you never saw it run it could be any of them... none of those were computer related to my knowledge. I'd have a qualified diesel mechanic give it a going over.

    I assume you have the key...
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    Sep 24, 2010, 07:31 AM
    Yes. I was told that it needed a new ECM.
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    Sep 24, 2010, 08:13 AM

    Well the ECM is the complete computer... not just a chip. Newer vehicles woud need a reprogramming on an ECM replacement to match your VIN etc...
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