1994 Oldsmobile 88 Computer replacement..

1994 OLDSMOBILE 88
55,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BCELL
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Hi,
I need to know where the computer is located in 1994 Oldsmobile 88 Royale.
Also, I have basic tools and car knowledge, will I be able to replace it myself?

thanks for any input..
Jun 2, 2009 at 2:20 PM
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ZACKMAN
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It is located under the passenger side dash. Attached by a few screws and several plugin harnesses.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/55316_9488royale_1.jpg


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/55316_773247top_1.jpg

Jun 3, 2009 at 1:21 AM
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BCELL
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Can you just swap out a new computer with the old one or is there programming or any other procedures involved?
Jun 3, 2009 at 8:34 AM
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ZACKMAN
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Yup. Just pull the old one out and put the new one in. No reprogramming is needed.
Jun 3, 2009 at 10:24 PM
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BCELL
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Thanks Zackman. A guy told me that I need to use the old "chip" with the new computer. I don't see a chip insert in the computer unit. Could you explain what he means...
Jun 4, 2009 at 12:48 AM
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He was talking about the knock sensor module, sometimes called the PROM unit. It should be attached to the circled area.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/55316_9488royaleprom_1.jpg

My info says only applicable to certain models. If you don't have this one on the old/defective computer module, then you don't need it.
Jun 4, 2009 at 1:38 AM