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Programmable engine parameter verification apparatus and method of operating same

  • US 5,884,210 A
  • Filed: 08/27/1996
  • Issued: 03/16/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/27/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An apparatus for use in connection with an compression ignition engine, said apparatus comprising:

  • an electronic controller;

    memory connected to said electronic controller, said memory having stored therein a plurality of customer programmed vehicle operating parameters;

    a communication device connected to said electronic controller, said communication device permitting customer selected vehicle parameters to be programmed into said electronic controller and read from said electronic controller;

    wherein said electronic controller controls said engine at least in part based on said customer selected vehicle parameters; and

    wherein said communication device compares said programmed vehicle parameters to a predetermined set of desired engine and vehicle operating parameters, and produces an output indicating the programmed vehicle parameters that differ from said predetermined set of desired engine and vehicle operating parameters.

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