GM SPS Programming: MDI Tool J2534 Mode ECU TIS2Web How to do a Calibration Update Reflash (IPC)
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- Опубликовано: 11 июл 2024
- This video is an overview on how to use the GM MDI scan tool to perform GM Service Programming System (SPS and SPS2) Programming in what is known as J2534 mode for calibration updates. This can be for the ECU or any programmable module in the vehicle, such as the EBCM, TCM, PCM, Radio, or IPC that you may want to reflash. As an example illustration, we will flash a new calibration onto the Instrument Panel Control (IPC) module. This is the third video in a SPS programming series playlist I have done on the GM SPS / SPS2 and the first with the GM MDI scan tool.
GM SPS Programming Series playlist: • GM SPS ECU Programming...
WARNING: Pay very close attention to the instructions around power cabling and battery readiness as a power fluctuation during an SPS programming procedure can permanently damage a controller module. GM recommends use of their EL-49642 SPS Programming Support Tool attached to the battery to avoid this. You can also jumper cable another battery to mitigate this risk. But do NOT attempt to use a battery charger for this purpose though. See my video on an alternative here - • 1995+ GM SPS2 Programm...
This video applies to the genuine Vetronix, ETAS or Bosch built MDI as well as high quality Chinese clones equally and for all makes under General Motors such as Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Hummer, Saturn, Opel, Vauxhall, and Saab.. The programming is illustrated using a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze ECO and the www.acdelcotds.com subscription service features using a Techline PC using J2534 mode to update the instrument panel controller (IPC).
Applicable to model year 2011 and up, which is when the Tech2 ended and was fully replaced by the GM Multiple Diagnostic Interface tool, or MDI and MDI 2, and TIS 2 Web subscriptions.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Procedure overview
0:50 - SPS usage
3:34 - Calibration selection
5:05 - Calibration installation
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Good video. It appears you were able to do a 30+ minute programming off just the vehicle battery. I have read in technical documents that a booster or their expensive power supply may have to be used for long programming procedures, and not to use a battery charger. Have you had any issues/experience with this?
That's correct, if you have a "long" calibration update you technically should have a GM EL-49642 SPS Programming Support Tool (Midtronics PSC550 Battery Maintainer) connected to the battery. However, it is a very expensive device that few shadetree mechanics are going to own. And no, you cannot use a battery charger because of the electrical waveform that puts out.
Fortunately, alot of this guidance is cautionary common sense. If the battery is relatively new and you've just come back from a drive fully charging via the alternator its usually good enough for most SPS tasks. If I am doing radios or interior modules I'll usually run just off the battery. But if I were doing a PCM or BCM where the risk is higher, I would have a another battery via booster cables as insurance, which is one of the alternatives GM recommends (see gm-techlink.com/?p=8438)
@@DrShock That's what I figured. Depending upon the current draw of the vehicle during programming, you could also use a power supply in parallel, as long as the vehicle battery is charged and you match the power supply voltage to the battery.. I have done this for some equipment at work (I am an electronics tech) where we needed the battery for inrush current. A second battery would probably be easier, though. Maybe I'll take a measurement on my car to see what the current draw is with the vehicle parked and the ignition om run.
Can I use a maxiPRO mp808 scan tool to connect computer to car to reset the pcm?
I use the Schumacher INC 100 for programming.
Thanks for the knowledge! So far the battery has worked with the school's real MDI. Can't wait to try it on my own with a new clone MDI on my 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Excellent information, many thanks
Dr Shock. Thank you for sharing some great information and technical skills. Just ordered an MDI. Hoping I have the technical prowess to achieve a working unit.
I just ordered and received an MDI as well. Now I need to purchase the subscription. Do I need the programming or diagnostics subscription to test and recalibrate a trailblazer hvac mode actuator? I know it sounds like a dumb question but I am lost!
If you are going to need to send the module a new or updated calibration, you'll need the SPS subscription. If you are just doing testing, and your vehicle is older than 2014 you should look at the Tech2Win subscription, if its newer then then GDS2 subscription instead. These are just my suggestions, please research to be sure for your particular vehicle and module as I have not worked on a Trailblazer yet.
@@brandontscheschlog Hey Brandon & Dr Shock, I'll comment when my MDI arrives today. I might take a week(s) to figure it out. Dr. Shock is the professional here, but I suggest watching all of his videos before you buy anything. Go the the GM web site look at the subscription options. What good is it if one can't afford the subscription. Dr. Shock explains it, but we all get a bit excited. I got eager after just watching one video; did some research & pushed the buy it now button. Should have waited. Later found out that my OBDII scanner (after reading the manual) did what I needed at the time. Any way, let's compare notes when we get the MDI. Tap. Tap. Tick. Tock. Waiting for DHL to ring doorbell...Had to prevent myself from buying a Tech2 today with my school money ----signed starving student.
@@giovannicestari519 Sounds good Giovanni. If you dont mind me asking what vehicle are you working on and what operation are you attempting to do?
@@DrShock I have an MDI not a Tech2 so my guess is I only have 2 options for subscriptions for light duty vehicles. The options are Programming or Diagnostics. I have searched for hours and I can't find anything that will tell me which subscription I need to purchase. I would assume the Diagnostics Subsc. will only allow me to diagnose, for instance read and clear DTC's. I would assume that the Programming Subsc. would allow me to test and command modules to perform tasks, etc.
Also, I believe that Tech2Win is only for the Tech2 correct? I don't believe I can use Tech2Win for the MDI.
Sometime can you show a flash of a module like an HMI or radio module? Like to see when a VIN re-learn is required and what software tools would be used?
Thank you for showing this. I was looking for information related to programming with the MDI because I need to change the calibration on my 6L90 transmission. I got one out of a 2016 Express 2500 so I could use it in my 70 Chevelle. I've also purchased the harness and TCU from PCS. But, it sounds like I need to change the calibration on the 6L90 from the one for the Expres to something that might work in a stand-alone system. I'm waiting to find out what that is from PCS.
Have you ever done a reprogramming of the Tehcm inside a transmission this way? Thanks, Mark
No, I haven't. I don't typically work with vehicles outside the factory config. But that sounds pretty cool dropping modern tech into a '70 Chevelle.
Do 2014 cruze tempature control madulea have to be programmed???
You've been a big help! Would you recommend the MDI or the Tech2, I'm gonna buy one but not sure which I should go for
I would go with the MDI, it's going to cover the newer vehicles better and for the older ones you can always use the Tech2Win emulator on your laptop with the MDI as a passthru to the vehicle.
@@DrShock perfect thanks a bunch!
@@DrShock my buddy has a tech 2, I couldn't get it to connect to my PC. Here's a video of what it's doing.
ruclips.net/video/70NqKimuRes/видео.html
@LS1FREEK I'd start with the USB to serial adapter, only certain ones will work on the Tech2. Page 34 of the Tech2 user manual gsi.ext.gm.com/userguides/GM_Tech2_User_Guide.pdf recommends the Tripp Lite Keyspan, which is at the top of this tested list of USB adapters - www.tech2wiki.com/doku.php?id=wiki:tech2_usb2serial_test_report&s[]=usb as the linked video you have shows communications errors that must be cleared before you can proceed. That TIS2Web communications diagnostic has to pass. The baud rate of 115200 has to match what the USB serial adapters device driver is set for as well (it is less important what the rate set is than that it match in both the driver and SPS config screens). Go into Windows Control Panel, Device Manager, and find that driver and pull up the properties sheet for it. One of the tabs is going to have COM port configuration, make sure the baud rate (aka speed) matches what is set in the SPS Java applet.
@@DrShock you are the man, I really do appreciate all your help, it is very helpful! I'll try some more testing. The serial adapter I bought came from staples, it was the only one they had and it was $49 lol
First of all, thank you sir for another great and very informative video!!! Very interesting information👍!!!
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What windows operating system works best for these MDI’s? Do you know if the latest windows operating systems, when purchasing a “New” laptop support this device or do I need to buy a certain windows software to install on my laptop? Some of the MDIs say they only work on windows 7 so I’m not sure. What do you use?
GM doesn't have the dealers stay on the latest, as of Jan 2021 Windows 10 is recommended. What drives the requirement is not the MDI but the cloud software at www.acdelcotds.com. Here's the January 2021 requirements list - gsi.ext.gm.com/userguides/Aftermarket%20Infrastructure%20Guideline%20v1.0.pdf
@@DrShock Thank you sir! You are the best! I appreciate all of your insight and knowledge about this product! I will definitely be getting one in the near future thanks to your videos and information! This is the one thing I want in my tool box before I buy another GM truck !
I got a VSI 2534 passthru, I got a customer with a 2013 duramax the TCM die, totally dead truck refuses to crank with the old tcm. I need to program the new TCM.
Thanks, new subscriber, your information walked me through my first reflash with the MDI you recommended. I do have a question. I'm working on a 2005 Colorado and installed a used BCM. I was under the impression I could adjust the odometer reading to match my cluster but never was given the option to do so.. The mileage is stored in both the BCM and cluster. I'm trying to adjust the mileage UP not back. Any ideas? Thanks
For a 2005 Colorado it's stored in the BCM and the IPC just reads it from the BCM in that year (after a few miles of driving it should update). You'll need a Tech2, or a Tech2Win subscription on the MDI, for that model year to adjust the mileage. GM Service Bulletin #07-08-49-020D covers what programming approach is needed by model year/model type of GM car/truck. You can google and find this PDF for reference. That all said what is typically replaced is the IPC, not the BCM. And when the BCM is replaced, it's replaced with a brand new one and you use the scan tool to rebuild the cars options for it. Using an used BCM is a mixed bag of outcomes in what I've read over the years - be sure you research your vehicle year and model across the various forums for the gotchas.
@@DrShock Thanks for the fast reply. I did my research and found a BCM that was comparable to my truck. It updated perfectly following your videos and everything works. The only glitch is the odometer as the used BCM had 110,000 miles on it and my cluster is showing 175K. I have both the MDI clone and a factory Tech 2 tool- not a clone. I'm told if the odometer reading in the BCM is less than the IPC, the IPC's mileage will freeze until the BCM catches up. If the IPC's mileage is less than the BCM it will update when the key is cycled twice, which I've seen personally in the past. I purchased the MDI because I was under the impression the mileage could be corrected with the BCM update and using the GM subscription service. I'll research your suggestions and will reply. Thank you
I really appreciate your excellent how to video series. I was curious what your laptop specs are as far as hardware and operating system? (32 or 64 bit?) I am especially curious if I can use my Dell E6420 Core i5 Win 7 Professional 32 bit laptop. From what I read on Acdelco's site, the 32 bit Windows 7 Pro was not supported. Let me know if you know if my setup will work with the SPS/MDI programming. Thanks.
I've got a couple of older Lenovo ThinkPads for this, I've used both Win7 and Win10 but both 64bit only. The Java applets on TDS use the 32bit Java runtime but I can't say whether you can get away with the OS also being 32bit. CPU wise your i5 is fine and listed in the support PDF - gsi.ext.gm.com/userguides/Aftermarket%20Infrastructure%20Guideline%20v1.0.pdf Some of this "supported" stuff just means you can't get any help from ACDelco as a dealer if you don't follow it, rather than it not working at all. When you first log into TDS and run the main SPS applet it will do compatibility checks. If you get through those checks and can read current calibration inventory you should be ok. Just make sure the battery is full up, and on a EL-49642 tender or booster if you're doing multi-module updates. Do not ever use a battery charger when doing SPS updates.
@@DrShock I will probably just pick up an older Dell or Lenovo 64 bit laptop just to use with SPS. I am sure glad I talk to you about not using a battery charger while doing SPS updates, as I thought that would be the way to be safer. I am pretty tech savvy so what you are saying makes sense in regards to problems from using a battery charger. I can see where the voltage fluctuation while using a charger could be a problem. I don't have an EL-49642, but I will see what I can find with a clean steady voltage output. Thanks Again for all your great help. Sean
Question, I remember a few years ago you would have to reset the electronic brake control module after resetting the electronic steering wheel position sensor. I didn't see you do that in this video do you still need to do that with the new software updates? Or have they removed that part of the steering wheel position sensor reset procedure? I'm sorry trying to reset the steering wheel angle sensor on a 2019 c7 corvette. I've done it before with the earlier software in a 2017 c7 vette from a couple years back and had to "re-learn" the brake control module steering angle after the steering wheel angle reset. Still required? Thanks! And great video by the way!
Thanks. In this video we're just upgrading the Instrument Panel Cluster calibration which has no relationship with other modules so nothing more needed there. I haven't had to do a steering wheel angle relearn yet so couldn't say, but it is possible for there to be scan tool procedure changes between model years. I would suggest using the three day Service Information (SI) subscription for the 2019 Corvette at www.acdelcotds.com to confirm the procedure specifics. The 3 day SI access would give you an online version of the Chevrolet service manual for your C7, along with any associated technical bulletins.
Hey did you figure this out? I'm looking to do this exact thing on an 08 Equinox. Thanks.
Boa joite como eu habitido a câmara de ré no maylink 2 poderia fazer um vídeo?
Hello! you know if this program is able to read the ECU of the Astra k, since with the latest update of Opel it is not possible to read
I'm not familiar with the EU models, you may try calling ACDelco TDS though
So this setup could be used to do let’s say the tcm adaptive shift relearn on a rebuilt transmission in a 2014 GMC Terrain for example?
With a subscription to the appropriate software like GDS2 or SPS2 on www.acdelcotds.com.
Question, Can the MDI be used to program a 2003 Chevy Tahoe? I would like to enable steering wheel controls and TPMS. I have made all hardware changes in terms of new steering wheel, the Clockring, installing TPMS in all wheels and replacing the front passenger door switch that controls TPMS.
imo 2003 is a few years too early for the native MDI, but you could use it with a subscription to Tech2Win, the Tech2 emulator for the MDI. Best choice for a 2003 would of course be a physical Tech2 tool but if you want to just have one tool for past and present then an MDI can do it with the emulator I mentioned. Part of what you can subscribe to at acdelcotds.com.
DrShock Problem I face is Dealerships not understanding or willing to perform the software upgrades for me, now that I have made the hardware changes. I stumbled upon your videos and thought I can do this myself with the subscription you mentioned.
What tool did you use to keep the battery well charged? or not necessary. Can i only use the well charged 12 volt battery?
The video description goes over this.
Getting error U0073 Can bus "A" off .AC , All coolant,RPM , Speed , fuel Gauge , back gear light not running .It's intermittent problem , some time car starts normally after some minutes all needle of meter console not working but engine running and if I shut the car then it will not start for 4-5 min. Please share what I do to resolve the problem. Chevrolet Captiva 2.0
Also i am about to replace my transmission control module which the main stealers wanted £2000 to do plus labour found a new tcm ordered a clone tool now just need to know next steps sounds like a dumb question but do i need to de program the faulty tcm in order to program the new one?
Since you're posting here around the MDI tool, I presume you're working on a vehicle newer than model year 2007. Some later year TCMs do need solenoid information retrieved from the existing module first, you might find this GM Techlink issue of interest as to the additional tools you'll need to perform a TCM SPS (in addition to the MDI tool you'll need an EL-49642 (PSC-550) voltage regulator or equivalent - you cannot use a battery charger for this) and a blurb around TCM swap data retrieval considerations as well. gm-techlink.com/?p=8438
Hi, What is the procedure to update wt cluster to an used denali cluster on My 2017 Chevy Silverado. Do You have another video About it?
Just this one I did on the Cruze, have not done any late year truck clusters yet.
Can this be used to add factory options to the BCM which were not in the original build? I have added power locks, windows, and mirrors to my 07 Chevy express from a donor vehicle. I tried changing the vin in the donor BCM to mine with an eeprom programmer. With the donor BCM, everything works, but the security light is on and the vehicle won't start. I don't have passlock, passkey, or any other factory theft prevention nor did the donor. With my original BCM, the windows and mirrors work, the vehicle starts and runs normal, but the locks don't work.
Three/four different things you have going on here. Yeah so with an used BCM the EEPROM route is the only way to address the VIN and the mileage correction for these years ruclips.net/video/Chy9pIzoguA/видео.html . And for 2007, yes you need a Tech2 tool, or the Tech2Win emulator subscription for this MDI, to reset the options in the BCM to match the RPO code sticker in your vehicle. For the last problem, the Passlock security its again stored in BCMs memory and why I prefer to transfer the EEPROM rather than overwrite the contents. For this you could try the Passlock Relearn procedure, there are some other videos covering that on YT.
@@DrShock Thank you for the fast reply. I finally got everything working. My original BCM was P/N 10367689, and the donor BCM was P/N 15116065. I tried just reprogramming the donor with the dumped binary from my original and everything works. The power locks option is apparently already programmed into the BCM even if the vehicle doesn't have the option. I also found that all the signal wires for power windows and locks which connect between the fuse box and the BCM were there from the factory. The wiring harness for the doors, and the one which goes from the fuse box to the doors had to be changed for this to work.
Alternatively, I'm wondering if the option coding isn't stored in the eeprom. The BCMs are supposed to be interchangeable. Maybe the CPU or some other chip has programming as well. I didn't think it seemed like much code in the eeprom to begin with.
It may very well be in that chip, but without knowing the memory map it's impossible to know for sure. And it could be obfuscated behind some algorithm, like the odometer mileage is. Glad you got it going, imo you dodged a bullet by using a different part number BCM. Usually that's very hit or miss to do.
@@DrShock It was from the same vehicle, just a different year. When I Googled the part numbers, I saw that it was supposed to be interchangeable. But, if that's the case, then it seems like the locks should have worked with the original. Maybe there was something wrong with it. I guess we'll never know.
Hi I've tried to do online sps today but when I get to the part where it ask to select the device MDI isn't listed only tech2 any ideas ?
ACDelco changed the UI late last year, this GM Techlink article goes over it. I am guessing this is what you are running into - gm-techlink.com/?p=11972
Do you think this mdi would work for Saab and running Tech2win?
It will if the genuine one would. These are very good copies, and I use them weekly in my work. But you have to get the higher quality versions, there are knockoffs that have the same looking case but the internals are very inferior, and these will often _suck_ at being compatible. Here's the review of this one I use - ruclips.net/video/pZfXuuzORZo/видео.html&lc=Ugw0Dh6wMwrRz5LZWkB4AaABAg
Can you help, I own a Autel J 2534 and the original Tech2 with CANdi module. I know to do programming i'd need to download the SPS to use the TIS2web. My question where do i find this SPS for use with my J2534 and Tech2? I looked on the ACdelco site with no luck.
You have to pay for an SPS subscription at www.acdelcotds.com
@@DrShock yes i know, but after i log into www.acdelcotds.com where do i go to set up my tool before i pay the $40 1 car access?
You have to pay first to get to that part.
Good evening friend, excuse the question. I'm from Venezuela. How do I get a GM subscription?
The website I showed in the video, www.acdelcotds.com
Thank you for the informative videos.
I have a MDI I bought from SICOTOOL. It worked fine for a few months, then the laptop stopped recognizing it. I returned it to SICO for repair. Again it worked for a few months, then stopped. This time I noticed the mini USB on the unit had fallen apart, The plastic separator fell out of it and the terminals were touching one another.
I sourced a replacement connector and had my local PC repair place install the new one. The MDI manager still does not see the unit and windows throws an error code.
I did the hard reset that you show in the video. The MDI manager sees the unit and unit and updates the unit, but as soon as the update is complete, the MDI manager again sees the unit, but throws an error when trying to connect to it.
At this point it is useless to me. I was wondering if you do any repairs on these units, or if I should just toss it.
Thank you again.
That jack is one of the few things you can repair on the MDI units as there are no schematics available in the public domain. So they are essentially unrepairable. If its a genuine unit you could return it to Bosch for repairs. If it s a clone, you might try selling it for parts on eBay but no the clones cannot be repaired other than for jacks, connectors, and the plastic housing pieces. Just for grins, what is the error code you get from the MDI manager?
DrShock I do not recall seeing a “code”? It would just pop up a dialogue box saying the MDI Manager could not communicate with the MDI.
Believe it or not, I actually got it working.
The wireless card has a flap of hard plastic stuck to it. When I disassembled it for the jack replacement, the adhesive holding that plastic on had given up. And the piece was loose.
When I put it back together, I neglected to notice that there are contacts on each side of that slot, that the plastic card trips.
Once I reattached the plastic to the wireless card, made sure those contacts were made, the recovery was successful and the MDI manager connected to the device.
I launched TIS2WEB and sure enough, GDS2 connected to the device as well.
Thank you for helping me recover, what I thought was a brick!
I have a 2016 Camaro, and I would like to use the $40 subscription from ACDelco to update my radio software so that I can have Android Auto. Every dealer I've tried wants $150 to do it, so I figured I'd save a few bucks. The service bulletin for doing the update says you just have to use SPS to download the update to a USB flash drive and then plug it in your car, so it doesn't use the MDI. However, from you videos, it looks like you can't open SPS to view software updates without having the MDI plugged into the car. Is this true? I can't pay the subscription fee and just download the software, I have to get the MDI or a J2534 device to be able to download the update, even though it's not used for the actual update?
I've not done one of these, but I have read about these entertainment system firmware updates (not calibrations) that are USB based, but since the SPS system is legacy in nature it was built around having access to either the Tech2, MDI, or MDI2 tools to communicate with the vehicle. I think this is the GM TechLine bulletin you read, gm.oemdtc.com/6565/infotainment-system-upgrade-for-android-auto-feature-2016-buick-cadillac-chevrolet-gmc. I suspect from reading this you'll still need one of the scan tools to reach the control modules installed in the vehicle menu, where you would select "K74 Human Machine Interface Control Module - USB Copy / USB File Transfer" where it would then just go to the laptop USB flash drive, and then you plug that USB flash drive into the Infotainment Systems USB port and boot it up from there to apply the update. Suggest you call ACDelcoTDS customer service and confirm.
have to have the mdi hooked up so it can determine vin and rpo codes
Can this be used to unlock a 06 impala radio due to it unlocking up from changing the battery?
The MDI, or a Tech2 for that matter, are needed to learn a new VIN/relearn the old VIN on the radio. But if the radio is the one Chevrolet installed when the vehicle was built in 2006 you shouldn't need this as that model year the radio doesn't lock from simply losing power because it saves the VIN number on an internal chip (an EEPROM).
Can the GM MDI support ford online programming. Also are you into vehicle repairs. do you operate an automobile workshop in the USA
@Mayowa Odus I'm not aware of any out of the box way to use a GM MDI in place of a Ford VCM tool. I would imagine significant modding/hacking would be required. No I don't operate a shop, just as a hobby.
@@DrShock can the autel j3534 box support ford online programming
@Mayowa Odus I don't have any experience with Fords. My experience is mostly with General Motors, Chevrolet and Pontiac in particular.
@@DrShock alright thanks a lot you have been of tremendous support. Can I get your contact details like your email.would like to ask some important information. Thanks once more
Hi! Do you know how to enable audio controls and cruise control in the wheel?
If the vehicle came factory equipped with cruise, it should be in the where you rebuild the vehicle for the BCM config. You'll need more than just a calibrations subscription on TDS to get at that with an MDI, but its been a bit too long for me to recall the steps.
@@DrShock this version of the vehicle didn't came with cruise and no audio control too, only the top version came with. It's have a electronic accelerator like the top. And the audio control, can I enable? Here in Brazil have several technician to enable the audio control but not the cruise. The car is a gm onix sedan 1.4L petro year 2015. I was very glad to your answer, thank you.
I am trying to program a used bcm on a 2008 grand prix with my mdi. There is no option to reprogram a bcm on Tds. Just a vtd relearn 12 minute procedure. I am on my second attempt but unsure if this will work.
BCM controllers are part of GM SPS (Service Programming System) and are within the Vehicle Programming System subscription option on TDS (once logged into SPS you can see the BCM choice at the top of the controllers list in the vid at 3:39). I've personally only done this procedure for an existing or a new replacement BCM, so I don't know if it will support you moving an used one from another vehicle or not.
@@DrShock I found out that there are no RPO codes available for a 2008 Grand Prix (end of support) and there is no listing to program a BCM. It makes sense that if RPO's weren't available, then the options to program the BCM also wouldn't be available. I could keep playing Russian roulette with used modules in hopes of getting one with the right RPO codes programmed in it or I could live with the problem (no door lock function). Thanks for the help.
Hello.
I have a mechanic shop and I need to replace an ecm on a 2004 Cadillac Cts.
I went to junk yard and i find one for this vehicle.
I plugged it in and everything works but the car doesn't start.
I learned that in this case I have to reprogram the ecm with the vin.
I've been looking to buy a tool for my shop to do that job and I found that I could do it with a tech 2 or a mdi.
Which tool would you recommend me and why ?
Let me know as soon as you can.
Thanks
I dont't have a shop so this is just one opinion, but I would go MDI. It covers more years, and as a shop you easily get the tax deduction for the full ACDelcomTDS subscription from GM.
@@DrShock
Thank you very much for the prompt answer.
I'd like to avoid subscriptions...
There is anyway to do it without a monthly payment ?
Not legally, as the MDI tool unlike the Tech2 never had a PC based DVD kind of solution. It's always been "cloud" based software from GM that you rent via subscription. I believe the Chinese cloners from time to time include a HDD with something old they've hacked but I'm not sure its useful for more than GDS2 and Tech2Win (both diagnostics only). For SPS programming I would neither trust that approach nor even believe it to be reliable if I were running a business.
@@DrShock
You answer my question pretty neat.
Thanks again
I have a Theft deterrent system Locked Cadillac XT5 in my driveway. 50' away from my WiFi router through walls. I'm running an Cat5 cable all the way out to the car and plugging it in to the Laptop. I finally figured out how to get Java 32 to work on my 64 Bit machine with 64 Bit IE. This took a day of research. For those having this issue on you 64 bit IE, Click on the gear then go to internet options, advanced tab, click on Enable enhanced protection mode then close ie. Next go to C:/windows/Program files/Internet Explore/ and right click on ie.exe then check off run as administrator. Java 32 will need to be installed after you start IE as Administrator.
Okay say your running Windows 7 professional how do I get 32 bit java? Like the screen on your computer said
You have to keep in mind that these were not intended for consumers/end users. You have to install it manually and only with the offline installer. Oracle still maintains those here - java.com/en/download/manual.jsp
can the MDI be used with other makes besides GM?
It's a GM dealer tool, many makes but only those in the worldwide GM dealership service umbrella. Look in the earlier comments, I shared a GM.com link to what vehicles the MDI supports.
Some of my history was Chevrolet certified first in 1985 and ASE master certificate until 2000, working on motorcycle primarily since then I want to try to keep up on Chevrolet. Have been using VXDIAG that has been doing a good job so far,,do you recommend a tech 2 or just go with MDI tech 3 with subscription to ACDelco
I recommend the Tech2 clone (much cheaper than the real thing) for folks with vehicles older than 2008. Those can work with TIS2000 DVD based software and you don't have to pay anything additional. For newer, any J2534 passthru like that VxDiag is fine with TIS2Web. I personally prefer the MDI (again cloned) as I can be sure it's going to have the highest compatibility with acdelotds. I do not recommend the MDI2 clones, as they are just MDI 1s in a 2 case so not really a 2 yet.
@@DrShock I don't think my VXDIAG came with TIS 2000,,I'll look at a tech 2 clone,,Thanks
No, it wouldn't. TIS2000 was Tech2 only (unless you did some hacks folks came up with). It's with TIS2Web that GM started allowing for J2534 generic passthru tools and supporting that path.
@@DrShock but TIS 2000 does require Windows 2000 or xp to5 run won't run on Windows 10 right
Yes, but you could run that inside of a VM (virtual machine) on Win10 if you have the RAM for it. Personally I keep around a vintage IBM ThinkPad for running TIS2000, but there is the VM option if you're familiar with it. Used XP laptops are just too cheap for me to bother with VMs.
I am new to this but I already have my j2534, to which page I have to go to acquire the tis program. I want to learn from scratch I'm from Guatemala and this would help me a lot.
TIS is online paid GM subscription only, go to www.acdelcotds.com to sign up
Hola Benedetto , there are ways around gaining SPS without acdelcots access , if the car is before 2008 , after 2008 all north American GM programming access was moved to the cloud for remote download from TIS . Previous revisions where issue on CD install to your computer via TIS2000 .
@@adonisnetworks I have a cardaq passthrough and I am really confused on what I need to purchase. Do I need the TIS2000 if I get Tech2Win and Do I need Tech 2 Diagnostic Software? I am getting into Diagnostics and programing
Can this tool be used to program other computers other than Chevrolet . ? How about Toyota
It's a General Motors specific tool.
DrShock I appreciate your help I’ve done ipc programing for 2015 sierra 2500HD unfortunately when i was done the lcd went black and didn’t work again can you assist me on my mistake?
I used sps with MDI 2
You mention the "lcd went black" - where you applying a new calibration to an instrument cluster?
DrShock yes
DrShock when the programing finished the lcd went black and not functioning
Ok, so the IPC is "normally" a pretty straight forward SPS update. I've not run into any issues with them, nor aware of any gotchas here as long as the cluster is the correct original one for the vehicle (if one modified a cluster or swapped it from a different vehicle then SPS could get confused). Have you tried to disconnect the MDI and re-attempt to see what TIS2Web is showing for the calibration level of the IPC module now? To determine if its actually bricked or just blank? If SPS can still "see" it I would attempt to reprogram the calibration again, double checking that the calibration selected is correct for your vehicle and its RPOs. If SPS cannot see the IPC, unfortunately it may be bricked (battery power fluctuation from a tired battery during programming can cause this). Before I gave up and replaced a bricked module, I would try to disconnect it from power for awhile and then reconnect and retry one last time.
Am trying to unlock a GMC terrain 2011 radio using SPS. The older one got burnt another used one was installed part numbers are different. Initial radio comes with a satellite radio while newly installed one doesn't. Getting to sps I didn't see part number for the later radio installed. Choosing the calibration file the "NEXT" button remained dormant. I used the autel jbox and also GM MDI. Any guide one this or could it be because part numbers are different.
N.B : part number of burnt radio appeared on sps but couldn't find the part number for the used installed radio
SPS is only going to have calibration support for the radio part numbers the factory or dealer would have been authorized to install for a particular model and year. Personally I've only done this procedure with a radio part number that was factory original. If it were me I would skip trying to SPS it with a new calibration and instead use Tech2Win over the MDI to attempr a simple VIN relearn on the replacement radio. F0 diag, model blah blah, F1 Body, more vehicle details blah blah, Special Functions, Radio, VIN Relearn. The menu tree may vary on the Terrain but this is the general jist. Not saying it will work, but worth a try since unlocking the radio is all you are after.
@@DrShock I tried this using the maxisys elite tablet and MDI didn't have the vin relearn function. Am looking at a radio part number compatibility issue here. Have watch videos where the sps was used to unlock the radio by simple downloading a calibration file to the radio. Read somewhere that basic relearning was supported till 2008. For 2009 upward it needs to be done using SPS
Then you're back to the radio part you have wasn't supported for the vehicle problem. May have to just go the EEPROM pin pull route if you don't have the right radio. Search around on RUclips there's some vids on this, not sure if it is applicable to the radio you have or not though.
@@DrShock could that have made the next button on sps inactive inorder for the radio to get programmed. The damaged factory installed radio had its part number listed on sps for me to choose. the incompatible radio didn't have it's part number listed on sps.
Not getting the context for what "could that have made" refers to in your question. If the radio is in a locked state, and you can't do the VIN relearn the only other solution I'm aware of is the EEPROM pin lift. But I don't have experience with a 2011 Terrain to know if that's an option for you here. Would have to defer to another video for the EEPROM route as I don't do those mods personally. When you do these EEPROM disablement mods it can affect some radio functionality, but the main purpose is that chip stores the VIN and by removing access to it the Theftlock II is bypassed. Not sure what year this approach ended being viable though, 2011 might be "too new" idk.
can this be used to Programm European Opel models ?
Depends on the model year, the supported GM vehicles the subscription covers are listed here gsi.ext.gm.com/userguides/GDS2_Supported_Vehicles.pdf
Yes , but you need access to GME-INFOTECH not the acdelco's site. There's also a way of programming all Opel's and vauxhall up to 2012 , without need and rather expensive subscription 😊😊😂
Will this program the PCM?
Yep, though that also requires a subscription to SPS2 at www.acdelcotds.com along with the tool.
Does this still wok with ACDelcoTDS or is it blocked by GM?
Still working just fine from here in the USA. Note that TDS is a fee based subscription service, so if you are not paid up you will be blocked.
DrShock thanks for answering and clarifying. The reason i asked is because i do have a subscription and Im using VXDiag VCX nano, which for some reason does not work and can’t get recognized on SPS
Just a guess, but see if this SPS UI change affected you - gm-techlink.com/?p=11972
Hello friend pls i need help Cadillac cts 2008 pcm programming used one and I need the bout i need help
You'll need a GM MDI and a paid subscription to ACDelco TDS like in the video here. Or, alternatively, the same paid subscription and a J2534 compatible scan tool instead of the GM MDI.
Hi bro... Could you give link to download MDI software
Well, it's in the video. Just google Bosch MDI Manager and first hit is www.boschdiagnostics.com/pro/software-gm-mdi-and-mdi-2
good night friend how do i get a gm tis 2 web license i'm from venezuela and i can't find how to get one i appreciate the support
Try www.acdelcotds.com/contactus#
i cant access that menu? i bought the one for 40 dollars for 1 vin programming? what am i doing wrong? all i see is vin to get a cvn
Can you give me a time index into the video for the menu you're talking about? Not sure which "that menu" you are referring to.
@@DrShock sorry I was having trouble accessing the ACDelco sps site. I finally got it workinging. Do you if this program flashes my vin to other modules?
Both the GM Tech2 and GM MDI (and MDI2 for that matter) can do that depending on your year. Older vehicles (pre-2008) you usually have to use a Tech2, or the MDI running the subsciption for the Tech2Win emulator though. In some cases you have to use SPS and a whole new calibration file. Also depends on the module, a radio is an obvious example of a common VIN relearn capable module, but an older BCM module may not allow it. Lots of variability, best to google around and see what's possible for your make/model/year/module first.
@@DrShock yeah I keep looking no info they mention sps but nothing. I have a 2008 chevy malibu lt 3.6 6T70. Needed tcm reflashed or my old tcm cloned
if its a new transmission control module then an SPS calibration update should also populate the VIN. IDK if you can get SPS to work for an used TCM though. This bit of text from a typical Chevrolet TSB though may help you find the right menu area in SPS "A revised transmission calibration has been developed to address these issues. Reprogram the transmission control module (TCM) with updated calibration files using the TIS2WEB Service Programming System (SPS) application. Select SEQ Programming Sequence ECM/TCM from the Supported Controllers screen." So searching for that Programming Sequence ECM/TCM may help you find more info on the procedure. I personally have never updated a TCM.
Hi
Can explain me what is configuration and how is use
Are you referring to the MDI configuration within the GM Java applet? Or?
Ok so that part isn't shown in this video, it's pretty straight-forward being USB to the laptop there's nothing you have to tell TIS2Web (or now Techline Connect) anything other than youre using a J2534 MDI connection as we showed in this video. If you need to configure the MDI for WiFi, Wired, or a firmware update see the latter half of this other video here - ruclips.net/video/pZfXuuzORZo/видео.html
HELLO! WHAT IS THE VERSION OF THIS SOFTWARE?
Not sure I understand the question here. There is no particular "version" with TIS2Web, it's cloud based not something that runs on either a PC or even the MDI tool. You always get the latest software with your GM subscription when you connect. The MDI device itself is completely useless without a subscription to ACDelco TDS. Now there is a firmware installed in the MDI just for its basic connectivity and hardware, and the latest for that at the time of this comment from Bosch/GM is v8.5.33.53.
hello friend,
I need buy a license to sps programming.
Can you help me with this ?
Thanks
Yes you do. You go to www.acdelcotds.com and purchase a subscription to _Vehicle Programming Software_
R u by any chance using one of this Chinese knock ofs
That's my personally owned cloned MDI shown in the video yes.
I have been trying to access this (www.acdelcotds.com) now. All I get is unknown error occurred. Pls refresh page. Have tried different browsers like firefox internet Explorer and Google Chrome. Any way round it
Just tried it, works fine for me. The landing page is now www.acdelcotds.com/subscriptions but it's still the same domain name for the website.
Am actually doing this from outside the US. Africa to be precise any way round this to access this website
This could be alot of things like your country ISP blocking this site, your DNS not having this site, or any number of geo blocking firewall situations in country. Couldn't help you with any of that, and unfortunately the TDS help desk is only an 800 number so unreachable from outside the USA.
Am trying to unlock a GMC terrain 2011 radio using SPS. The older one got burnt another used one was installed part numbers are different. Initial radio comes with a satellite radio while newly installed one doesn't. Getting to sps I didn't see part number for the later radio installed. Choosing the calibration file the "NEXT" button remained dormant. I used the autel jbox and also GM MDI. Any guide one this or could it be because part numbers are different.
N.B : part number of burnt radio appeared on sps but couldn't find the part number for the used installed radio
Well I had a nav radio go south
Replaced it same nav unit but now the anti thief crap active dealer item to resolve ?
If the problem is a VIN lock, and needing a VIN relearn, yeah a dealer grade scan tool is required. You would need to research whether your vehicle is older and needs the Tech2 scan tool (or Tech2Win emulator for the MDI tool) or whether it's SPS with the MDI tool. It varies by year and model so I couldn't say for sure.
The ride a Cadillac 2006 sts
Tech2 era
Dealer will need to reprogram the unit then I got the radio from a junk yard do I need it’s vin ?
No, for a radio the dealer tech should just be doing a VIN relearn. It will be like this video shows about midway thru, but not exactly the same scan tool menus since you have a nav radio, ruclips.net/video/ycS_jzIEtRk/видео.html
Hi am back again. Can I send my GMC terrain 2011 radio to you to have it programmed to my vehicle
@Mayowa Odus I appreciate the vote of confidence, but with the equipment I have it's really not possible to calibrate a radio outside the target vehicle. This is a challenge even many GM dealers run into as well, where even they cannot perform a VIN relearn on a radio that was not part of the vehicles original RPO list down to the part number matching. Whenever the donor radio is not a part number from the target vehicles model year, you almost always are going to hit a dead end. I believe your best option in a non-numbers matching situation are the videos that describe disabling the radio's TheftLock II VIN pairing via circuit board modification of the EEPROM itself. Typically just desoldering and lifting the power pin on the chip is enough.
@@DrShock do you have any idea if the GM MDI is compatible with ford online programming and also are you into automobile repairs
I believe I answered this on another thread already - no I don't have any reason to believe the MDI would be able to take the place of a Ford VCM tool as-is.
My MDI won't stay connected to the vehicle. When I plug it into the car the car led lights and then goes out.
If you are referring to the green power LED on the right of the MDI, and you're connected to a vehicle that starts and runs fine then you have a power problem. Either you have a bad cable, bad diagnostic connector on the vehicle, or bad MDI. That power LED is just showing +12V DC being there not anything more.
@@DrShock Does the car light only come on when its communicating.
Correct, only when the TIS2Web or GDS or Tech2Win Java applets in your browser are actually passing data thru the device. See 2:30 in the video as a reference on expected behavior.
@@DrShock I found the problem. It was the data link connector cable.
i am seeing that acdelco is now charging shocking rip off prices for sps programming anyone got any ideas how to negate this?
?? Over at www.acdelcotds.com/subscriptions it's still only $20 bucks a year for two years for your own vehicle. In the USA anyway. But no, there's no _negating_ this, if you need SPS on a vehicle newer than 2007 you pay for it via a subscription. If you have an older vehicle get a Tech2 and TIS2000, no fees.
@@DrShock not in the us in the UK the fees are steep here Tech2Win (Tech2 Software Emulator for PC) - Level 1
TIS (TECH2 Diagnostic Software Download and Tech2 WIN)
1 Day 16,00 €
30 Days 200,00 €
1 Year 660,00 €
Select
1 Day 16,00 €
30 Days 200,00 €
1 Year 660,00 €
Service Information, Programming Software, Diagnostic Software - Level 1
TIS (all modules except SPS-Security, Tech2Win and GDS), EPC
1 Year 3.000,00 €
SPS Programming Software (from 01.05.2018)
SPS Programming Software
2 Hours 35,00 €
Where's the best place to get an MDI?
I like eBay because they are very buyer friendly and you can get your money back if anything goes wrong with a seller.
Keep in mind that not all MDI are created equal. And the newest vehicles will require an MDI2 for the global architecture starting in 2019
Hello. Is it a china clone mdi? Can china clone mdi do this? Many thanks.
Yes this is a clone MDI. They are functionally identical in every way to the Bosch made ones.
@@DrShock I will buy a Gm mdi from china. Do I need a hdd? Or can I install to my laptop? Is this updates free or not?
@@IsmailIsmail-ry1ql The HDD option that some sellers offer is just to contain hacked versions of the GM Tech2Win and GDS2 Java applications. These require a subscription from GM. The SPS application is, so far, unhackable, and requires a subscription either way to use. If you purchase the subscription from www.acdelcotds.com it will install to your existing laptop drive.
@@DrShock Understand. Last question. I just want to reset my cars transmission oil life and activate some hidden fuctions. Any chance to make this free? Whats your suggestion? Opel insignia
@@IsmailIsmail-ry1ql I'm not familiar with non-US makes like Opel. But if these functions are part of GDS2, then the only _free_ option would be the HDD package with the sellers MDI. If they are part of SPS, there is no free option. In Chevrolet models with this sort of trans fluid reset, they are older and use the Tech2 scan tool. So Tech2Win thru an MDI could be a _free_ option, if applicable. You'll first have to figure out how this procedure is performed at the GM dealer, to determine your options. I'm not sure what you mean about _hidden functions_ unless it's BCM option related. Typically if GM wanted to hide it, their tools maintain leaving it hidden and do not allow enablement of anything unsupported. Clones follow this being well, _clones_ .
What about the BCM?
Most GM BCMs are write-once by the scan tool, which means you cannot change the VIN or mileage using the dealership grade tools. All you can do is toggle options, like Cruise Control Yes/No. I did a video on this here ruclips.net/video/Chy9pIzoguA/видео.html
@@DrShock i have a new bcm trying to program to a 03 impala.. radio is locked and security light is flashing..tried a passthru 2.. no bcm program on it.. is there another way? Besides the video you supplied?
I have a subscription to the ac delco program also
So the video I linked is just for used BCMs, you didn't mention initially you had a new one. Used BCMs are very difficult to reuse. For a new BCM that's a far easier story, you can just go into New BCM Setup under special functions if you're using a Tech2. For the MDI I believe you need the GDS2 subscription to do the same thing.
antivol active sur radio Chevrolet silverado 2014
Windows 7 professional 64 bit
Please tell me about jdiag elite II
No clue, this vid is only about the GM MDI
The MDI does support tis2000. I use it every day.
Yeah, technically, if you can get the j2534.dll installed that was developed for use with the VXDiag Nano or other non-GM hardware, that Windows driver will let it talk to an MDI. Not all TIS2000 ISOs will have this driver included.
But even with it you're off the main path GM intended. Being off the main path, if you run into SPS problems there will be few to no places to get help. If you keep TIS2000 with the Tech2, as GM did, then there are many sources of help as that's the _normal_ setup. Similarly if you use the MDI with TIS2Web, you can simply call up ACDelcoTDS on the 800 number right now today and get free technical support with it if you run into SPS issues. Time is money, so for these reasons I don't get into any paths you wouldn't find at the GM dealer service area originally.
@@DrShock Most of the methods I use are not GM approved.