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Tap the ESC button to exit the function.
Programming and Coding
Since the introduction of OBD II and leading up to modern Hybrids and EVs, computers
and software in cars have been expanding at an exponential rate. In-car software is
becoming one of the leading needs for service, and updating software may be the only
way to fix some of these issues:
Drivability
Fuel Efficiency
Power Loss
Fault Codes
Durability of Mechanical Parts
The Programming and Coding function is used to re-flash the vehicle control modules,
it allows you to update the computer software on the vehicle to the latest version, as
well as to reprogram adaptive data for certain components after making repairs or
replacements.
NOTE
The programming function can only be applied through connection with the J2534
programming device, which serves as a PassThru interface to establish communication
with and transfer data to the vehicles ECU.
Available programming or coding operations vary by the test vehicle, and only the
available operations display in the menu.
There are two general types of programming operations:
A. Coding also known as Teach-in Program, Component Adaptation or something
similar, is used to reprogram adaptive data for vehicle control modules after repairs
or replacements of vehicle parts.
B. Reprogramming Operations downloads new version of software subscription
from the online server database through Internet access (this procedure is done
automatically when the tablet is connected to the Internet, so there is no need to
check for software subscriptions yourself), and reprograms the newest software
version to the vehicle’s ECU.
NOTE
Ensure that the tablet is connected to the Internet before applying the ECU
programming function, so that the tablet is able to obtain access to the manufacturers
server for update service.