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Thread: CASE relearn not ready??

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    CASE relearn not ready??

    Just like the title says...my 3.8 will not do a CASE relearn. Says 'not ready'. I have the units in metric and have warmed the car up to operating temp. From what I have read here it should be good to go...yes?...no? Any suggestions??

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    Oh...it's a 1997 Firebird.

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    Foot on the brake through entire procedure? It's a must... and temp should be reported as >158*
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    Isn't there something with the parking brake being engaged also?
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    Yep barking brake set, dash light on for that so parking brake good. Foot on brake whole time. Gonna try again tonight. I've followed the correct protocol according to all help I can find. Guys, this is my first time requesting assistance with cars and I really appreciate all the quick feedback...pretty cool folks! Thanks!

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    Shoot, got it figured guys. Can't be doing an actual scan whaile attempting a CASE. Live and learn. Them weekend beers... Thanks again. I'LL be back!! Just put together a V-6 with the wife and it's time to tune and I am computer challenged to begin with. Should be interesting.

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    Foot on brake is a must. Verified today on an 06 STS-V Had parking brake set but did not try it without. Did not work without foot on brake pedal.
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    Ijust tried tonight, did everything the instructions said, dont think it worked. I clicked begin and started procedure and begin was still there at the end.??