got a question about finding a chip in my 98 cobra. When I bought it from the dealer they said it had an aftermarket chip and some of the locals said the guy who owned it b4 me had put a diablo chip in it. SO i went directly to the guy who owned b4 me and asked him and he said he couldnt remember if it was a diablo or a superchip. If i take the passenger side kick panel off will i be able to see the diablo chip? I ve heard these chips go completly inside the computer? but dont the suprchips plug into the back of the computer and is it possible to see any of this without fully removing the kick panel??? cuz it s a pain in the butt! ive had the panel removed partially and i saw that it had a vortech computer, i guess because of the suprcharger? does that come with the kit any one know??? if possible please email [email protected]...your knowledge is greatly appreciated. thanks guys
How can I find chip in 98 cobra
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If its chipped you should be able to remove the computer and verify visually. The aftermarket chips almost always plug into the service port on the EEC. I promise you that if a supercharged car was built by anyone other than monkeys with wrenches it has some sort of aftermarket tuning provided to tell the car what the hell is going on under the hood.
DarkHorse164 said:
Thanks guys, you were very helpful and when I can stand the cold long enough to go out in my cold azz garage for a little while I will go check and see if I can find the chip....Anyone know about the Diablo chips though....are they inside the computer or can I see it plugged into the top of the computer at the EEC like these guys are saying????
Sam98
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Roush21 said:
They plug into the diagnostic connector just like any other chip. You will be able to see it once you drop the PCM. Make sure it is completely seated before you put it back though or you could be in for an unwelcome surprise...
vortech's supercharger kit for '98 came with a "vortech/superchip" ecm. you can verify this by going on vortechs website under '96-'98 cobra parts list (i thinks it's like page 3 that says that you have to call and order the chip but it is already included in the price). it says if you want to drive your car before the chip is mailed to you it's ok as long as you don't get in the higher rpm's (4,200-up). i would think the chip is a superchip but who knows. good luck.
found the info.... go under vortech website, click on support, click on installation manual for '96-98 cobra and then scroll down a few pages. he may have gone with another chip at some point but most likely it has the superchip in it.
found the info.... go under vortech website, click on support, click on installation manual for '96-98 cobra and then scroll down a few pages. he may have gone with another chip at some point but most likely it has the superchip in it.
Another tip that is often forgotten: Be sure to disconnect your battery before disconnecting any wires from that EEC if you have to.
