software available to program obd2?
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software available to program obd2?
I have a 2004 Z06 and I would like to add tire pressure sensor functionality to the pcm (dealer incorrectly told me I need a new computer). I would like to also change fan on temps.
Since I cannot get my local dealer (South Texas) to do it is there a way for me to accomplish this on my own with a pc? Is there retail software that I can buy that is reliable?
Thanks very much,
Ron P.
Since I cannot get my local dealer (South Texas) to do it is there a way for me to accomplish this on my own with a pc? Is there retail software that I can buy that is reliable?
Thanks very much,
Ron P.
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Yes for fan temps, No for the TPS (Tire Pressure Sensors). As far as I know you must use a GM Tech2 to program the TPS options. Most dealers will do it for a minimum charge, normally takes less than 15 minutes. Here is a link to the exact procedure.
http://www.stopforce.com/RPO.html
PC software for tuning which includes fan temps can be found at:
http://www.efilive.com
http://www.hptuners.com
They are not cheap! If the fan temps is all you need changed you would probably be better off taking the car to a tuner who already has the software and pay them to change them for you.
Edit: The TPS are controlled by the BCM (Body Control Module) not the PCM. Another reason your standard tuning software won't do it.
http://www.stopforce.com/RPO.html
PC software for tuning which includes fan temps can be found at:
http://www.efilive.com
http://www.hptuners.com
They are not cheap! If the fan temps is all you need changed you would probably be better off taking the car to a tuner who already has the software and pay them to change them for you.
Edit: The TPS are controlled by the BCM (Body Control Module) not the PCM. Another reason your standard tuning software won't do it.
Last edited by SpeedyZ; May 3, 2006 at 10:04 AM.
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I have them installed in my 02 Z06 and they work like a champ!!!
I too had a dealer tell me that it was NOT possible to do it. I just went to another dealer (better service department) and provided them the procedure and they used the TECH II to program that option in the BCM. I installed my own sensors so, they didnt have to mount the sensors. It cost me $70. (New England labor rates suck!!
) for the programming and tire pressure sensor re-learn.
Just find a better dealer and cross those BOOZOS of the list of dealers that are qualified to work on your car! 
Bill
I too had a dealer tell me that it was NOT possible to do it. I just went to another dealer (better service department) and provided them the procedure and they used the TECH II to program that option in the BCM. I installed my own sensors so, they didnt have to mount the sensors. It cost me $70. (New England labor rates suck!! ) for the programming and tire pressure sensor re-learn.Just find a better dealer and cross those BOOZOS of the list of dealers that are qualified to work on your car!
Bill
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I found a shop in Houston familiar with BCM options (Corvettes of Houston-I have ordered parts from them). They will put in the TPS sendors and update the module..
It will make a good road trip.
I just don't trust these folks around here...
Thanks again for the input.
Ron
It will make a good road trip.
I just don't trust these folks around here...
Thanks again for the input.
Ron
