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OBD1 ECU ROM Conversion Formulas

Index of scaling formulas for converting raw hex values in OBD1 ECU ROM maps into readable engineering units.

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This index provides reference formulas for translating raw hexadecimal values from OBD1 ECU ROM maps into human-readable engineering units. These formulas are necessary for understanding and modifying fuel, ignition, and sensor tables.


Scaling Formula Index

Parameter Type Application
Low-Cam RPM 8-Bit Low-cam fuel/ignition tables, VTEC crossover.
High-Cam RPM 8-Bit High-cam fuel/ignition tables.
RPM (General) 16-Bit Rev limiters, target idle, system-wide RPM values.
MBar (Pressure) 8-Bit Absolute pressure scale used in all fuel/ignition tables.
Fuel 8-Bit Fuel injection pulse width values.
Advance 8-Bit Ignition spark timing advance.

Technical Note

These scaling formulas provide the mathematical foundation used by ROM editor software. When developing custom ROM analysis tools, ensure that your codebase correctly implements the specific bit-depth conversion logic (8-bit vs. 16-bit) to ensure table integrity.

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