Getting Started Flashing GM Modules with a Chinese Clone J2534 MDI II Clone JBox

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[@rush741]

I just got one of these clones in the mail with the software pre-programmed on a hard drive. I’m going to try set it up on my PC this weekend. I’m replacing an ABS pump/ module on my 2017 Silverado. Thanks for the video. Best wishes!

[@rush741]

Will I follow all the steps you mentioned in this video for communication with a 2017 Silverado? Thanks again.

[@frugalprepper]

Umm.... Sort of, but the software has changed to Techline Connect now. Which you wont used the pirated software for now, you will actually download and update the tool just to do SPS2. I cover the newer software in this video:kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGGwnnaqmNiMaZI

[@rush741]

Will I need to purchase the VCX-NANO to program this ABS module? Thanks again

[@Jason-cu1jp]

Cheers for demystifying that a bit. 👍

[@frugalprepper]

Thanks!

[@denvercordle3898]

I keep getting a UEH101: NULL when I click on the Launch Techline link. Any Idea on what I can do to fix it?

[@frugalprepper]

No, I have never got that one.

[@georgebonney90]

Thanks for the video, please do more programming content if you're able to

[@frugalprepper]

Will Do.

[@mattyd6983]

Do you know what polarity the plug for the ac adapter is? Don't want to burn up my clone by plugging in a reverse polarity ac adapter, thanks!

[@GilbertsGarage]

Hi, I got a low-end variant Chevrolet that doesn't have cruise control. Could I activate Chevrolet cruise control via SPS? Thanks

[@frugalprepper]

Yes, after 2006 or 07. But you will have to call the Aftermarket AC Delco support center, to get them to modify the BCM and the ECM/PCM software on their servers to enable the cruise control operation. They charge $120 due to changes on their end. You will have to then spend the additional $40 to download the software for your VIN. Some vehicle models only need the BCM software changed and others need both BCM and ECM/PCM software changed. The you can install the required parts for cruse control and re-flash the PCM/BCM. On older cars say 2000ish through 2006 you can reprogram the RPO codes via Tech 2 Win, just enable them. The RPO Code for cruise is K34 1999 and back you will have to buy the actual module that suppored cruise control and all the other RPO codes and replace the physical module. Also physical wiring may need to be installed, as not all harnesses had all options included.

[@GilbertsGarage]

Well explained! Got it. You got one subs here. Thanks Buddy. 🙏

[@nereaakerman]

Hola podría pofsbor decirme que cargador usa para conectar el aparato para su encendido... Se q cuando de conecta al coche enciende pero ud muestra q tiene uno conectado adicional gracias por su ayuda

[@mogomega8825]

Thank you sir 👍

[@jonsvideos321]

Which windows does the mdi 2 need? The clones say they only support windows 7 pro. But I heard you say your using windows 10. I’m wanting to make sure I have a laptop that will support the mdi and software.

[@frugalprepper]

It will all run on Windows 10. But you will want a separate machine for running the Tech2Win and GDS that comes with it, because GM will run autoupdates when you use SPS and that will break the free versions for Tech2Win and GDS

[@jonsvideos321]

@@frugalprepperIf I use it for programming only could I run it on a windows 7 pro laptop. I already have one that would only be for programming and nothing else installed .

[@frugalprepper]

no the current version of SPS requires Windows 10, will it run on 7. I don't know, but GM says they no longer support it.

[@myusrn]

At 15min mark you say with this particular clone / knockoff that when sps2 software asks to connect to mdi1 or mdi2 box you have to select mdi1. This is because box is an mdi1 tool dressed up to look like an mdi2 tool.

[@frugalprepper]

Right. MDI1's still program everything just fine though

[@myusrn]

@@frugalprepper Thanks for clarification. Technical support says you will get away with programming many 2021+ vehicle modules using mdi1 tool. That said it was suggested you will hit errors when programming a module that requires the higher speed j2534 box protocols to get the job done. Have you run into any 2021+ vehicle modules in your work where that is the case?

[@frugalprepper]

I don't work on anything that new.

[@rogerbrandt6678]

Would this program a 2014 Silverado bcm.?

[@frugalprepper]

Yes

[@jossedavid77]

Hello, how did you solve the installation of the j2534 wrapper driver, it happens to me that it does not finish installing, thanks

[@frugalprepper]

You have to right click on the Interet explorer and select "Run As Administrator" then let it do the install. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnK9hIGCjK96j7M

[@USArmy91222]

i have a 2020 GMC Terrain that i have to program a new PBCM (parking brake control module) not looking to spend $1000's on equipment,just looking for the least expensive way to get the job done..i'm guessing this MDI 2 clone will work just fine, what exactly else will i need?

[@frugalprepper]

MDI2 Clone, a faster laptop with Windows10 and a $40 purchase of the VIN on acdelcotds.com A battery maintainer is good, but you should be fine wthout it just make sure you battery is fully charged and good before you start. I have a newer video on this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGGwnnaqmNiMaZI

[@erickvillatoro3241]

hi, i need to reprogram ecm of my gmc sierra 2015, diesel 3.5L , do you thinks this clon works? thanks

[@frugalprepper]

Yes it will do it.

[@carlidecooper8646]

Wanted to purchase to program a 2021 pscm Silverado could the gm mdi interface software do that for a used module

[@frugalprepper]

It should. I haven't programmed one that new though.

[@TNTMarcel]

Great video. I have some questions please. That AcDelco site also supports flashing European GM car Opel and Chevrolet? When you replace a module on the car to programme it the replacement module needs to be new or you can programm also second hand module on the car? Thank you.

[@frugalprepper]

Yes it will do European GM as well. GM allows you to reuse module and program them to your care (usually). There are some very new makes and models that will not allow you to put in a used PCM.

[@Paper4150]

in your link the vendor lists 2 options one that comes with a hard drive with the software on it. I appears you dont need that because you can get the software online is that right? Thanks in advance.

[@frugalprepper]

You can, but if you need GDS2 I would recommend getting the one with the hard drive. GDS2 is real tricky to get working from the downloads and it's all seutp and working on the drive. Tech2Win goes up to about 2010-11 and everything after that will need GDS2. This will give you full bidirectional controls and allow you to program keys/fob set options, ete. SPS is for programming Modules. To run SPS you will need a drive with Windows10 and the latest Java on it. I will update the firmware on the MDI, install a new J2534 Wrapper the first time you use it with SPS. Then when you put your old drive in to run GDS 2 it will come up and tell you you need to update your PC software to match the firmware on the MDI. You have to download Chrome go to AC Delco TDS and go to the Utility Tab and download the updated MDI software and it will work. This will happen about 2 times a year when GM comes out with a firmware update and you program with it. I use the drive they sent me to run GDS2 only, but Tech2Win will work on it too. I run my Tech2Win and SPS on a Separate Windows 10 drive. I've actually considered getting second MDI to just run the GDS2 with and never updating it.

[@Paper4150]

@@frugalprepper thanks for the awesome response! I am looking to do immobilizer relearn and an air filter reset on a vehicle so I will just be using SPS. After reading your response it sounds like I should I dont need the one with the hard drive. Is that right? Thanks again.

[@MichaelDoran-ob2qk]

How do you work around SPS2 programming now that clicking on vin takes you to Techline Connect? The subscription for Techline Connect is $4k+

[@frugalprepper]

You just buy a VIN to SPS2 and then when you go in it gives you the option to download Techline connect and install it. The SPS is now part of Techline Connect, it will install GDS2 and Tech2Win and everything else, but they will not run with out a subscription, but you can still access the SPS to program.

[@mohamedsowwan4879]

Would this help to install used BCM in a corsa E which has a damaged BCM!?

[@frugalprepper]

I believe Corsa is a German car by Opel. So now this only programs GM's

[@mohamedsowwan4879]

@@frugalprepper opel uses GMs systems

[@cobra30689]

May have asked you this question before......did yours work on an older Class 2 car (2004 and older)? The one I got simply wouldn't communicate on Pin 2. Tech2Win wouldn't work, nor would SPS. Worked great on our other car that runs on GMLAN though. Had to return it and get a MDI 1 clone. Wondering if I just got a bad one.

[@frugalprepper]

Mine works fine on Class 2 cars with Tech2Win and SPS.

[@user-bp9kg2dy5n]

Hi! Im from Ukraine! How programming my Chevy Cruze 2017 from USA on Ukrainian language and add more icons on My link??? Big thanks!

[@frugalprepper]

The AC Delco TDS site only supports English, French, Spanish, and Korean. You will have to use google translate to figure out what it is saying. Сайт AC Delco TDS підтримує лише англійську, французьку, іспанську та корейську мови. Вам доведеться скористатися Google Translate, щоб зрозуміти, що він говорить.

[@frugalprepper]

Good Luck Fighting the Russians and God Bless you all! Успіхів у боротьбі з росіянами і бережи вас усіх Бог!

[@user-bp9kg2dy5n]

@@frugalprepper Thanks for the answer! Im meant whether it is possible to fill in the firmware in which you can change the language in My link to Ukrainian

[@user-bp9kg2dy5n]

@@frugalprepper Bіg thanks!!! Glory of Ukraine!!! Thanks behind land lease from USA

[@biglevstergarage]

Hey, have you tried using it on any 2014 or newer models? Some of the sites say it works for 1996 to 2020 or 2021. Just curious, thanks man.

[@frugalprepper]

Yes I have, it works up to current models.

[@mondayirhabor942]

please i need help how to use this tools to programmer GMC ecu 2012 molde thanks you all

[@frugalprepper]

You just need to go to www.acdelcotds.com and create and account, but the 2 years of programming for your VIN number ($40). Then it will let you download Techline Connect. From techline connect you go into SPS and you can update/program the module.

[@jelo330]

Will I be able to program an Acadia Fuel Pressure Control Module with this? Thanks for the video

[@frugalprepper]

Yes

[@orabates1823]

What AC adapter did you use, and where did you get it? Do you have a link.

[@frugalprepper]

It was one I had laying around. It was a 9volt center positive. I believe it will work with anything 8-16V though.

[@noteevanbro8054]

nice work

[@frugalprepper]

Thanks

[@yassineelidrissi2985]

Hello, thank you so much for the valuable information. This is so fare e best video on the internet that explains all the first steps to start into programming GM cars. Please I have one question regarding updating cars modules. Do I need to pay any additional fees to update each one or there is only the subscription fee 40$. Thank you in advance.

[@frugalprepper]

it is $45 now and it is per vin number for 2 years. here is a more modern video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGGwnnaqmNiMaZI

[@unknownperson1715]

Hey, nice video, very informative. I have a question about the subscription. If I take a 2 hour SPS subscription for example, when exactly do the 2 hours start and end?

[@frugalprepper]

SPS is purchased by the Vin Number you want to program and you can program that VIN for 2 years.

[@unknownperson1715]

@@frugalprepper Alright, thank you. Edit: I see completely different subscriptions and prices so I tried to reach the site with an US VPN and now I see what you told me. In my country there are different offers for different prices not like in the US what I didn't know. In my case I would have to pay either 39€ for 2 hours of SPS or 22€ a day for SPS2 + Service Information. This whole difference in country really confused me and now I understand that.

[@ar5304]

Will it work with 2022 and up?

[@frugalprepper]

I believe so, I haven't programmed anything that new though.

[@Z71__]

Would this work to program a 2023 Corvette Key?

[@frugalprepper]

It would if you then bought the latest GDS subscription, but you don't need it. You just do this: Close all doors and trunk. Insert the working key into the ignition and turn it to the ‘ON’ position. Press and hold the ‘LOCK’ and ‘UNLOCK’ buttons on the driver’s door panel simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds. Release the buttons when the security light starts to flash. Within 5 seconds, press any button on the new key fob. The security light will flash quickly if the programming is successful.

[@Z71__]

@@frugalprepper Thanks for the info. The thing is that I bought vehicle from auction. All keys are lost with it.

[@macdaddyo998]

Excellent video, and many thanks for trying to clear things up! But I'm a pretty big dummy, so I'm still a little bit confused. My daughter has an '03 TrailBlazer and I want to get access to all Diagnostics and Programming for that vehicle. Assuming I buy a good MDI clone and pay the $40 for a VIN Subscription, that will get me access to all Programming services, correct? But if I want access to all Diagnostic Codes and Procedures too, I will need at least a 3-Day Subscription to Tech2Win for $55... is that correct? Thanks again for your help!

[@frugalprepper]

No it comes with pirated Tech2Win so you don't have to pay for that. You will only pay if you program with it.

[@macdaddyo998]

@@frugalprepper Great, thanks! Will this copy of Tech2Win run without issues under Windows 10 Pro_64?

[@westhomp1721]

@@frugalprepperare u able to do the diagnostic with tech2win pirated version?

[@fdnyfish]

Can you program BCM modules ?

[@frugalprepper]

Yes

[@bennettlockandkeymattandja9671]

Used ones?

[@k_s.m]

@@frugalprepper yes, but we need to pay to work on a specific vehicle. TBH, I thought that it comes with pirated software and You're good to go even with programming. Anyway, it's still better than nothing, at least You can scan the codes and trace the faulty sensors or bulbs.

[@richardpreston6078]

Will windows 10 work with these? Or do you have to have windows 7?

[@frugalprepper]

I run my Tech 2 Wiin on Windows 10 now. But the hacked version GDS2 only runs on windows 7

[@abk-autohexzakari4006]

Hello friend pls how Can i programming Cadillac with autel flash J2534

[@frugalprepper]

It will be the same way for most any J-Box as far as the SDS software/website goes. You will need to install th J-Box drivers though from Autel. support.aeswave.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001612434-Autel-J2534-Drivers-Install

[@fabianamado7392]

Buenas noches desde Colombia..me servirá este método para modelos 2020 para arriba pk con este no me deja...gracias

[@frugalprepper]

Bienvenido

[@Hey4883]

You mention "buying a vin number"? So you must pay for each car? How much?

[@frugalprepper]

$40 for two years access per vin number.

[@msa_0619]

Good Afternoon. Yes could you tell me this unit unlocked 🔓 GM radio 📻 or not

[@frugalprepper]

It will unlock them. The older ones will often unlock through tech2win. Most of the newer ones may require unlocking via a SPS update.

[@rileypup5959]

Nice video. Highly believe that the Clone MDI2 you have is just a Clone MDI1 that is physically in a MDI2 case. Don’t believe that will affect you now unless you come across someone with a Global B vehicle (2020+ Cadillacs, 2020+ Corvettes, now various 2021 GM Trucks/cars). Global B cars/trucks are still under GM Warranty..probably will be a few years before we see a real need for MDI2/Global B. When you go to the MDI Manager do you recall what it showed ?

[@frugalprepper]

It is a MDI 1 in a MDI 2 case I work on old stuff. I will be at least a Decade before I need 2020 or 2021 support.

[@killasmoke2142]

@@frugalprepper darn it I just bought this for my 2018 it won’t work…

[@killasmoke2142]

@@frugalprepper I really hope this works do you think it will?

[@robertooppedisano5619]

@@killasmoke2142 it will work on Global A pretty sure the first Global B car is a 2020 ct5 followed by the c8 corvette ive used this on a 2018 and 2021 Camaro no issues including flashing modules

[@luiszaragoza5224]

Will this work on a 2013 Silverado?

[@frugalprepper]

Yeah

[@IsshmanGarcia]

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[@frugalprepper]

I do update it regularly with the GM software.

[@mikecliff2367]

Thank You ... This is excellent. I assume I don need to add the software with the MDI purchase. They want $50 and I would rather get it from GM

[@frugalprepper]

The pirate software they are giving you is Tech2Win and GDS 2. Those are going to require s subscription on Techline Connect to use, and they aren't cheap. GDS2 Light Duty (2010 and newer) - 3 Days $64.00 - 1 Month $254.00 - 1 Year $644.00. Tech2Win (Most things 2009 and older) - 3 Days $62.00 - 1 Month $252.00 - 1 Year $616.00. The pirate GDS2 only goes through 2017 though I believe, so for anything newer you will have to purchase a subscription. The programming piece has to be purchased by VIN number for $45 for 2 years on Techline connect, and programming is done online via SPS. SPS doesn't do diagnostics it is for programming only. You have to buy that anyway.

[@mikecliff2367]

@@frugalprepper Thank You .. So if I get a bare MDI 2 box, no software, I can get the tech2win by subscription for three days. That means they will provide the software for download. What got me was all the offerings of sata drives and extras ... So to reprogram a module (ABS/EBCS) I need $64+$40 for one 2008 Saturn Vue ... Plus the MDI2 clone and my PC - Win 10 pro admin rights and all that. Thank You ....

[@frugalprepper]

@@mikecliff2367 To reprogram you only need the $45 piece. You only need the GDS2 subscription if you use GM's diagnostic software.

[@westhomp1721]

⁠@@mikecliff2367how about an update? Did u get both subscriptions? Can tech2win do the Service Fast Learn Adapts?

[@killajersey86]

Can you do transmission reprogramming with this?

[@frugalprepper]

Yes

[@satishbarhoe8242]

does this works on 2015 corvette

[@frugalprepper]

Yes

[@kiddbrother3]

Windows 11 & edge chrome work??

[@frugalprepper]

It's windows 10 and chrome now to program.

[@Toolaholic7]

The real deal is made by Bosch.Was made by Vetronix until 2003,Bosch bought out Vetronix in 2003.

[@frugalprepper]

I knew The MDI and Bosh were the same. Didn't know about Vetronix.

[@Toolaholic7]

Vetronix made the GM scan tools at first.They made a scan tool which is obsolete now,the Mastertech.I know a former Vetronix rep,a good friend of my dad's.He was forced into retirement by Bosch after the buyout.Bosch saw he was one of two sales reps that made the most money wanting to cut his commission and pay.He would not take this and Bosch forced him into retirement.

[@patrikmckane4903]

Mdi2 has built in battery not like mdi1 which uses aaa batteries. Mdi2 has also wireless but it is a USB wifi dongle and it is under the black removable plastic. So make research first.

[@frugalprepper]

Yeah this is a cheap Chinese clone not a real MDI.

[@morrisrodney19]

Do you need both devices or do they both program ecu .but the lil box can go 2020 then the handheld one go to 2014

[@morrisrodney19]

Because I have a GMC truck 2006 I heard that this can read GMC reduced power code

[@patrikmckane4903]

@@morrisrodney19 you need only one. Preferable mdi 1. Mdi2 is more likéry you buy a fake which does not work.

[@sara78130]

How much cost per hour do online program

[@frugalprepper]

There is no cost per hour. You buy a VIN number for $40 and you can program it for 2 years.

[@geraldito7777]

THANKS!

[@frugalprepper]

Welcome!

[@deerslayer5863]

How much it cost

[@frugalprepper]

$180

[@christophersweet4898]

Does it work fine though

[@frugalprepper]

Yes

[@emanlear3456]

Confirmed and it is the MDI and NOT the MDI 2. Mine came in defective front to back, a waste of time and resources. What a waste of money. Went ahead and purchased the OEM version. No chances taken, works with WiFi and RJ45. The MDI 2 is an investment and one should invoice accordingly. The VCM 3 is built on the same platform as the MDI 2 and named Bosch MTS 6531. The VCM 3 with MDI 2 use CAN FD and ISO13400 DoIP. Good luck getting the MDI to use those protocols.

[@frugalprepper]

Thanks for wishing me luck!

[@carlosandrade9317]

Because you paid for the cheap one u can get everything but you gotta pay more

[@frugalprepper]

You still have to buy the access to program the VIN of the car you are trying to work on, no matter how much you pay for you MDI

[@v4vauxhall498]

It dont take batteries mate

[@frugalprepper]

Wow thanks!

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[@frugalprepper]

I have bought from them before as well.