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How do I know if the fix quits working ?
It would read ( SHT INCORRECT VOLT BARO) Our part works or doesn't work. There is no in-between.
Does this part stop the water/coolant flow in the EGR cooler.
No, it doesn't. If the cooler is leaking internally, it would have to be changed.
How does The Ugly Fix clean up the oil?
It cleans the oil by stopping the carbon and acid flow. Without the EGR operation the carbons and the acids flow out the stack instead of cycling through the engine, which gets past the piston rings a
Does The Ugly Fix clear the existing EGR codes.
No It won't, it will have to be cleared before the installation.
Will the Ugly Fix hurt the turbo? Cummins or Detroit
No. it will not harm the turbo. We don't push it past the limitations set for the turbo. It will save or prolong the turbo life because of the movement of the inner and outer working parts. It fluxes
How does the Ugly Fix work for Detroit diesel or Cummins ?
The barometric pressure sensor on the engine regulates altitude and direct the EGR accordingly. (open low altitude or close high altitude) The Ugly Fix™ works by changing the circuit flow to the ECM
Can a driver come by your business to get this installed?
No. We do not install the chip. We have shops that do install our chip throughout the Charlotte area but with no affiliation with us.
How does the fix accomplish fuel savings ? Cummins or Detroit
Our product does not lean out the injectors. With the understanding of cooled EGR the engine runs at a low burn state. (Low energy burn, ie; not hot) By turning off the EGR, it creates a hotter energy
Does the part come with directions?
Yes. It come with installation instructions and a picture that points out the location of the chip on removal and placement.
If I have blocked off the EGR or Cooler flow pipe on an ISX, will this product work?
Yes it will but, the ECM will be looking at EGR and other items functioning in the system. If the ECM doesn't see what it likes, it could cause the engine to loose a little power. System needs to in o
Does your product effect the cruse control?
No, It has no effect on the cruse control.
I was told that this product will hurt/harm the ECM
Defiantly not. no harm will happen to the ECM. Truck driver myth.
Does your product come with a warranty?
Yes. Life time warranty on the chip. Completely happy or your money back or replacement buyers choice.
Will this product cause head gaskets to release because of to much turbo pressure?
No, The fact is the turbo boost sensor will keep the turbo from spooling to much boost. That is what it is designed to do.
Will this fix turn off an existing engine light due to EGR related issues?
No, it will not turn off the light. If it is a periodically coming on and off it will fix it 99% of the time