Program GM E37 ECM with VXDIAG VCX NANO GM & SPS2
This is a 2008 Chevy Malibu with ACDelco E38 ECM. There was no communication with the PCM.
We are going to replace the ECM.
Plug in your donor ECM and reprogram it
using VXDIAG
VCX NANO GM and GM SPS2.
Update vcx nano firmware and license to latest version before connecting the device with vehicle.
You do have to have the vx manger closed because the manager will kind of
take control of your VCI and then another program will not be able to
run.
You can't have two different things accessing your VCI at the same
time.
Turn on ignition switch.
Go ahead and connect up to the laptop and open
SPS2.
We got Techline Connect login, go ahead and enter the VIN number
manually so we're going to be reprogramming this.
It went ahead and filled in the model and the year, just hit select and it asks the VCI. We are going to select our VCI which in this case is the VXDIAG.
I can see it is actually trying to communicate down there that flashing.
It gives us a conflict VIN because we've got a used module inserted and connected to the vehicle.
We press SPS.
This is a non-global vehicle so you should be able to program a used module without any problem.
Select Reprogram.
Select ECM-Engine Control Module
We're going to tell it to override because it's detecting this was the VIN number that's inside the PCM.
So we're going to tell it to override and use the VIN number that we actually entered which is the correct VIN number of this vehicle.
We need to select the fuel system tab. You need to actually manually select if it is not lit up.
There was a fuel pump upgrade for some vehicle that looks like that were used as taxis in the Las Vegas area that had a different modified fuel pump.
This vehicle is going to most likely be the OEM so we're going to leave that as the OEM and hit next and then we're going to tell the start programming.
It's going to download the files from the server and then it's going to start actually write to the vehicle.
The programming process takes about 18 minutes to finish.
Wait until programming is completed.
It was completed.
We've got to select Vehicle Theft Deterent and select Learn.
The procedure is for theft deterrent learn powertrain system so that means we replace the engine computer.
It makes you like a 10 to 12 minutes wait depends on the model.
Start programming.
Wait until it is finished.
Theft DET turn learning was done.
Now key on cranks and starts. But we got the air cleaner and all that kind of stuff disconnected up there but that was a success.
Done.
VXDIAG GM No License on Win10 Home System Solution
Problem:
My laptop did not see the VXDIAG VCX NANO GM license in VX Manager. Cannot see gm gds2 driver either. Update firmware and renew license still the same. It is a Windows 10 Home system.
Solution:
VXDIAG software loads bad on Windows Home edition system.
Don't install vx manager and vxdiag software on Windows Home system.
Change another laptop and try again.
VXDIAG VCX CAN FD GM vs VNCI MDI2 Scanner
What is the difference between new VXDIAG VCX GM CAN FD and VNCI MDI2 diagnostic scanner?
| Item | VXDIAG
VCX FD GM
|
VNCI MDI2
|
| Brand | Allscanner VXDIAG | VNCI |
| Software | GDS2, DPS, RDS, Tech2win | GDS2, DPS, Tech2win |
| Driver | VX Manager | Compatible with original driver |
| License | License for GM | No |
| CAN FD protocol | Yes | Yes |
| DoIP protocol | Yes | Yes |
| Firmware update | Update online via VX Manager | Update online via VNCI Manager |
| Software update | Update by link | Update by link |
| Connection | USB Type C, WiFi and WLAN | USB, WiFi and WLAN |
| Vehicle coverage | 2005-2024 | 1996-2023 |
| Full system diagnostic | Yes | Yes |
| Online programming | Yes, need techline connect SPS2 online account | Yes, need techline connect SPS2 online account |
| Extension | available to add 16 brands software to the unit (JLR SDD/Pathfinder, Honda, Toyota, Subaru, Volvo, PSA, Renault, Nissan, Benz, BMW, VAG, JLR SDD/pathfinder, Porsche PIWIS II/III | Single brand |
| J2534 Passthru | Yes | Yes |
| Operating system | Win7/Win10 | Win7/Win8/Win10 |
| Price | $199 | $219 |
In sum:
Both devices support CAN FD and DoIP protocols.
Both devices support USB, WiFi and WLAN connection.
Both devices support GDS2, Tech2win, DPS software.
Both devices support online programming with sps2 online account.
The advantage of VNCI is that it is compatible with original driver, but it is single brand device. It is for GM only.
VCX CAN FD GM requires vx manager driver but you can add 16 car brand software to the same unit.
VXDIAG VCX FD vs VCX DoIP vs VCX SE
What is the difference between the new VXDIAG VCX FD (VCX CAN FD) series and older VCX series?
| Item | VXDIAG VCX FD | VXDIAG VCX DoIP | VXDIAG VCX SE | VXDIAG VCX NANO | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
 |
 |
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| A new generation of intelligent vehicle diagnostic interface | Full-brand vehicle diagnostic equipment | Remote vehicle diagnostic interface | Dedicated vehicle diagnostic interface | ||
| Hardware parameter | dual processor 580 + 550 MHz | dual processor 580 + 180 MHz | dual processor 580 + 180 MHz | uniprocessor 180 MHz | |
| DoIP protocol | Yes DoIP Option1/2 | Yes DoIP Option1/2 | Supports DoIP Option1 | No | |
| CAN FD protocol | Yes | No | No | No | |
| Network connector | 802.11n 150Mbps | 802.11n 150Mbps | 802.11n 150Mbps | 802.11n 75Mbps | |
| USB connector | USB Type-C | USB Type-B | USB Type-C | USB Micro | |
| WLAN connector | USB Type-C to RJ45 | RJ45 | USB Type-C to RJ45 | No | |
| OBDII connector | OBD-II | DB-26 to OBD-II | OBD-II | OBD-II | |
| OBDII Pin switch | OBD All-pin intelligent switching | OBD All-pin intelligent switching | OBD All-pin intelligent switching | No | |
| Remote diagnostic (DoNet) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Car brands | Multi brands, for Honda, Toyota,
JLR, Porsche, Volvo, Renault, Nissan, Ford/Mazda, GM, Benz, BMW, PSA, VAG |
Multi brands, for Honda, Toyota,
JLR, Porsche, Volvo, Renault, Nissan, Ford/Mazda, GM, Benz, BMW, PSA, VAG |
Multi brands, for Honda, Toyota,
JLR, Porsche, Volvo, Renault, Nissan, Ford/Mazda, GM, Benz, BMW, PSA, VAG |
Single brands
for Ford/Mazda, GM, Toyota, Volvo, Nissan, Renault, JLR, VAG |
VCX FD adds new CAN FD protocols and will do latest CAN FD GM, Ford Mazda etc.
VCX NANO does not have a reset button, others do have one.
All firmware can be updated online. Software update by link except BMW ISTAP, Benz Xentry, JLR Pathfinder and Porsche PIWIS II/III.
Software shares the same function.
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