How To Start Programming with GM SPS2 

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hello! are you using Autel VCMI?? I have my own Autel Ultra 2023, so, can I use them for SPS2 ?? Thanks

I I’m trying to get into programming, I need to purchase an interface cable and I’m afraid of getting a clone. Any suggestions?? Ty

Thanks. I tried to cover almost everything.

The bottom right will have a button that says something like Proceed with Same VIN and that will take you back to the module selection page.

@@autodiagyt You are a true hero!! Thank you so much for your valued insight! I really appreciate you taking the time to answer my question! ;)Hope you have a wonderful day! ;)😉

When you buy optional equipment through gm you get a service authorization code that comes with it. You then have to call into techline and give them the code to change the vehicle build and change the files on the server the vehicle uses. Then it’s updating what modules involved with sps2

Not really lol I think I covered them all. Someone asked about checking for updates and things so I will probably do a second video about doing updates.

This is why it’s important to read your service information completely before attempting to program something. But I’m not sure where fse got their information but with most GM vehicles when a module is being programmed it will force a reboot at the end and check software verifications. Newer global a vehicles when you start programming it sends out a command on the network to put all the other modules to sleep while the data is being written to the module. The newest vehicles are now programmed ignition off and a wake-up signal sent to only the module needed programmed. But also like I said in the beginning this is only for GM vehicles each manufacturer does it differently so service information is important.

newer vehicles tell you to turn the vehicle off because it lets modules go to sleep and you're only talking to the module you want programmed. supposedly it makes it faster. its just for the newest GM module network.

@@autodiagyt the field service engineers said they were having vehicles return after a programming event which looked like setup was not done. A code was given for setup. But it was for old calibration. When a vehicle comes in for 3 programs for abs module or ebcm . To get your 0.3 you could program it then program again for another campaign then program for another campaign without turning the ignition off. You get a programming code for each time. If you turn off the ignition after the first programming you are blocked from reprogram.

@@charliemagoo7943 that sounds more like a glitch or a tech not doing their job. The server is going to give you the most up to date calibration so if it’s in for a recall to reprogram it’s going to be the most current. So they shouldn’t be reprogramming the module multiple times. What it sounds like it’s one of the updates wipes out the learned setup and configurations and the techs are not doing it after the update. I can remember one ebcm recall that after the update the brake pads life would get messed up and you had to relearn it or you would get a service brakes massage. Don’t put a whole lot of trust into what a fse tells you the engineer part of their title doesn’t actually me they are any type of engineer. In a lot of cases they are just techs that excelled in diagnostics and applied for the job opening. No actual engineering qualifications are required.

@@autodiagytnot a glitch or tech not doing their job. Vis shows 3 ebcm campaigns.... tech will do 3 programs and 3 setups without being blocked. Try it on a 2019 new model.

I honestly don't know the answer to either of those questions

You followed service information for that vehicle it should tell you everything. There would have been a procedure to pull the injector data from the original module and write it to the new module.

It used to be easy to do but they changed it and I'm not sure if the aftermarket has access to it anymore but I'll look and see. Also the Vin slot isn't consumed until the programming event is complete so I you has an open vin slot you can connect to cars and look at current calibrations and what the updates address if there is some.

@@autodiagyt the vin slot not being used till the programing is complete is a great bit of info! I was nervous to "use it up" and find out that it was a waste due the vehicle already having the lastest calibration. I work on all makes and models and figuring out if vehicles have the latest calibration for TSB's has always been a struggle for me. Thanks again for putting out videos with all sorts of valuable information!

That could be new enough that it needs a mdi2 for programming and it’s possibly a key off programming. I would just say follow SI exactly. I know a lot of guys that have had issues programming newer GM global B vehicles.

Would having the telematics(on star) module missing affect programming a BCM

I’ve had it on a windows 11 before and it seemed to work fine but idk if they officially support it or not.

Thank you@@autodiagyt

Yes you’ll need a real MDI2 for the new vehicles.

The OE lol. In most cases they all work but when they don’t only the OE will.

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At some point I’ll do a second part for doing updates and some used modules(possibly). As for Jbox the cardaq 3 is the most universally supported but it’s not perfect, none of them are unless it’s the OE tool and even then there can be issues. So if the cardaq won’t do something I just get the OE tool. Like for instance Nissan Consult R2R the cardaq(or any other aftermarket jbox) will not see key cycles on push button vehicles right now. It’s a glitch on Nissans side that they are aware of and “working on it” for over a year now that I know of. There is also a lot of other limitations in consult R2R so I recently just bought the VI3 so I have full access to consult and no issues. As for programming modules on your vin for a different vehicle, the way gm organizes calibration files is based on vin attributes(rpo codes) so if it’s a module that vin doesn’t matter yes you could program it through you vin but both vehicles would have to be the same to pull the current calibration files and that’s gonna depend on which module is related to what rpo codes. As for is a scan tool needed no and yes. If a module like an ebcm is replaced the setup will handle all the functions needed to do the module 100% same with a bcm or anything else. The only one I know of that is an exception is crank variation learn when a new ecm is programmed. Sometimes there is a setup option that runs you trough it and sometimes it’s not there. Idk why but that’s the only thing I can remember not being there sometimes, there might be more but for the most part gm was pretty good about putting everything in setup through sps because they don’t want you having to jump back and forth between programming software and scantool software. The rpo code I think is free on the ACDelco website but I did cover it a little bit in the newest Malibu video on where to find it in cars.

The drewtech is the most approved jbox on the market but even it falls short sometimes. I would say if you are just getting into programming it's the best to get you started but as you progress start buying the oe interfaces. The best advice I can give you is to remember that with an aftermarket jbox the only thing that is required by US right to repair is being able to program a brand new ECM(or PCM) and TCM, nothing else is required and may or may not work. However with the OE interface and OE software you have what the dealer techs have.

You are in accessory mode and not service mode. Push and hold start button until the car fully turned on.

This is without starting the engine, I suppose. Thank you for another valuable tip! 🙏 😊

@@BDensmore184 correct

Clicking tech to win to open online and I keep getting use latest version of egde?? It won't go online to tech2win? Any ideas

What ever j2534 device you have will have its own drivers that need to be installed. Those come from the manufacturer of the j2534 device.

@@autodiagyt thanks

@@autodiagyt any suggestions on a j box . Ive been a mechanic for twenty five years just getting to the point where we need to program in house. We build engines but on occasion we need to program something.

@@joesmo4749 a cardaq is you most approved and works well in most cases but when it comes down to it the OEM interfaces are just the way to go if you do specific brands.

When you sign up for an account there is a place to put VSP credentials but as of now it’s only for getting key codes. That possibly will change at some point.

A lot of them do but the call them different things and have different information

That’s a strange one. Some vehicles it’s in ecm setup and some it’s not there. I feel like it’s supposed to be there for all ecms but I’ve seen it missing before but almost all full system scantools have the function to learn it.

No. After gds came out a lot of modules went one time vehicle use with oe tooling.

Codes like RPO codes? They should be in the glove box on a sticker.

Cardaq3 is a great start but as you get better and do more things you figure out that sometimes the oem interface is required. Like Nissans I wouldn't try to get into programming them without the oem interface, j2534 is a headache and something's just won't work.

Thank you! I am finally getting a good buying list figured out. I’m grabbing new scanners/used scanners and all. I’m definitely getting the cardaq3+ that is the best unit. Thank you for the videos they are great!

I'm not familiar with FRDS. I've only had 1 vehicle new enough to use it. I'll try to do one that covers FJDS and IDS at some point because I do use them every now and then.

Yes but mdi2 might be required

Are you referring to cloud based programming through the tool or using the jbox with oe software?

@@autodiagyt I'm getting into programing, so thinking about the Autel Elite Pro and the CarDAQ- Plus 3. Im getting mix information on the Autel Pro alone on programing. Would it be best to have both?

@@autotech0078 the autel is going to do coding pretty well but as for the cloud based programming you should only ever consider that as a last resort and with the understanding that you and the customer is ok if the module bricks. I’ve got a video on a S63 where autel bricked 2 door modules for me. If you are serious about programming start with the cardaq, then added oe interfaces where the cardaq fails short(Nissan for example) and stick to oe software. Then once you have the hang of that then start adding cloning tools but in reality the cloud based programming options from autel are limited and just go ahead and expect it to bite you when you least expect it.

@@autodiagyt Thank you so much

Yes it’s just listed as a TCM

@@autodiagyt thanks! good to know!

Captiva is Global A vehicle so yes with traditional programming you can't reprogram a used abs module in that vehicle.

You need to do the immobilizer learn. Following the instructions on the programming process in service information.

I did the immobilized learn. What I did not do was separate the keys. The system recognizes the 2 keys already, but it would not start

Yes but you download it from the European website. I’m not sure what it is though.

​@@autodiagytunfortunately, if I register at a European address, the site offers a different pricing policy.

I’ve not had that issue, maybe a pop up blocker?

No I have set rates for programming. Things like that you just pick up on and know to plan for it.

Here at the dealer most programing pays .3 Does not matter if it takes 6 hours. SPS and GDS are the biggest pile of crap ever made. Constant problems and updates that don't fix any problems. The whole system should be burned down and start over.

Not really. The only thing that can be done is accessories or options that were available. To get them turned on a dealership has to call into tech line and put in a request for engineering to change the vin Build files on the server. They charge extra for this and in some cases tell you no.

Sm2 driver? What device is that?

J2534 scanmatik pcm flash

@@charlessilva5474 I have no idea. Tech2win might only work with a gm interface. Gds2 usually works well with j2534 devices

Are you in North America? Programming is still a SPS Vin slot for $45 just like I showed in the video.

in Netherlands there is different subscriptions options like : Service Information Service Information (SI) , Programming Software (SPS2) Includes: General Motors Service Repair Manual Information Vehicle Programming Software that interfaces with electronic control units (ECU) in GM vehicles and enables the transfer of software for the purpose of reprogramming 1 Hour 6,00 € 1 Day 18,00 € 7 Days 36,00 € 30 Days 185,00 €@@autodiagyt

in Netherlands there are different subscriptions options like : Service Information Service Information (SI) , Programming Software (SPS2) Includes: General Motors Service Repair Manual Information Vehicle Programming Software that interfaces with electronic control units (ECU) in GM vehicles and enables the transfer of software for the purpose of reprogramming 1 Hour 6,00 € 1 Day 18,00 € 7 Days 36,00 € 30 Days 185,00 € - @@autodiagyt

It’s possible with special software if you have the old files but that’s very unlikely. Not really sure why you would want an older calibration though.

@@autodiagyt I had one that had issues after doing some updates.

You have no option to purchase a vin slot? Are you logged in?

@@autodiagyt yes. I’m visiting the website on Mac , maybe that’s the issue?

@@jacekpuzio TLC doesn’t support a Mac so possibly

Their support has just replied that this option is no longer offered, lol.

@@jacekpuzio what are you trying to do? For sps programming you purchase vin slots.

I’m not sure what you are talking about. What came with a sd card?

@@autodiagyt come with harddrive I installed laptop. Still same

@@sara78130 it sounds like you bought some kind of hacked software and I can’t help you. This video is about how to setup a legitimate account and programming with legitimate software.

Key fobs as in remotes, no. Prox keys yes and flip blade keys with fobs yes.

@@autodiagytgot it ok, can 2021+ Chevrolet vehicles be programmed with VXDIAG VCX Nano as a passthrough J box? Thanks

I’m not sure what you mean. Email me a screenshot and the vehicle information.