computer replacement

2005 MAZDA TRIBUTE
206,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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GJJ
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I need to replace computer in my car. I have a computer plus EBM and key lock with keys from wreckers. does it make any difference if the last number on the end of the ten numbers is wrong?
Feb 3, 2017 at 6:28 PM
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if you replace it a mechanic will need to program it to your car otherwise it will not work.
Feb 4, 2017 at 5:51 AM
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GJJ
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thanks for reply and yes I have it booked in at Mazda, but I found parts computer EBM and keys plus ignition and sent them to Mazda. I was worried that as the last number on the ten numbers of the computer is different and it may not work or can they reprogram it?
Feb 4, 2017 at 2:56 PM
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That will be hard to say. Did the wrecker say it will work? They are usually pretty good about things like that.

Please let us know what happens so it will help others

Best, Ken
Feb 8, 2017 at 3:20 AM
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GJJ
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thanks for reply with my car with computer and EBM and key change from wreckers plus computer had one number wrong placed car with mazda .IT WORK OK BUT THEN THE ABS LIGHT CAME ON SO I HAD TO GET THE ABS FROM THE SAME CAR COMPUTER CAME FROM AT WRECKERS WHICH NOW CAR WORKS FINE
Feb 8, 2017 at 8:32 PM
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Get to hear! glad we could help. Please use 2Carpros anytime we are here 24/7
Feb 11, 2017 at 10:11 AM