How to do Chevrolet Malibu 2017 PCM Programming?

Question: How can I do programming used pcm for Chevrolet Malibu 2017

I have mdi but what software i must use.

Answer:

For 2007/8 and up, you will need a GM subscription to be able to program the used or new PCM. There is no other way of doing it. If it was used, you would be able to do antitheft only without sps subscription. Using a different tool of course. But the VIN would need to changed and that’s done only by programming PCM with SPS GM subscription. There’s eeprom reading and such, but I don’t know how to do that. In the USA, it’s much easier and simpler to just buy the subscription and program it. Any errors and GM can help you. Good luck!

in detail..

The powertrain control module (PCM) in your vehicle is the main computer controlling its various operating systems. For example, the PCM controls the engine, the transmission, the fuel system, and the speedometer. If the vehicle isn’t performing the way it should, the PCM can be reprogrammed to increase performance. Recalls are another reason your PCM may need to be reprogrammed. Since Chevrolet is a subsidiary of General Motors (GM), GM tools and software are used to reprogram a Chevrolet PCM.

Step 1

Use your web browser to go to GM’s calibration look-up website, and type in your vehicle’s VIN number to check for any programming updates to your PCM. If there are updates, you will need to purchase GM’s techline information system (TIS) programming software and service.

Step 2

Turn on your computer and plug the GM scan tool into it and your vehicle, using the pass-through cable. Turn on the GM  scan tool and load the TIS programming software from GM on your computer.

Step 3

Click the “Service Programming System” option on the main screen of your TIS software on your computer. The “Select Diagnostic Tool and Programming Process” window will appear on your screen.

Step 4

Click on the “Pass-Thru” option under diagnostic tool, “Reprogram ECU” under select programming process, and “Vehicle” under ECU location. Click the “Next” button in the lower-right hand section of the window to proceed.

Step 5

Enter the VIN number in the VIN text box in the “Determine Vehicle” window, and click on “Apply” next to the text box. This will fill in your vehicle’s data in the boxes below. Click the “Next” button to proceed.

Step 6

Go through the checklist in the “Preparing for Communication” window, and click next to confirm your VIN number. If your VIN number is incorrect, enter the correct one. Click “Next” in the bottom-right corner.

Step 7

Click on the “PCM/VCM” selection under the “Select Controller” section of the next window. Select “Normal” under programming type and click the “Next” button.

Step 8

Select the newest calibrations for each system in the “Calibration Selection” window by clicking on each system’s tab, and putting a check mark next to the highest number of calibration. Click the “Next” button in the bottom-right corner of the window after every tab has a green check mark on it.

Step 9

Click “Next” at the summary screen after verifying your recalibrations. If all of your calibrations are up-to-date, an error will appear indicating there is nothing to reprogram. If they are not up-to-date, a transfer window will open and the program will begin to download and reprogram your PCM with the calibrations you selected.

Click the “Close” button on the “Programming Complete” window after the reprogramming is complete. You can turn off your scan tool and remove it from your vehicle.

Tip

• GM technology and software is expensive. If this isn’t a procedure you will do on a regular basis, you can have your PCM programmed at your local dealer or some local part stores. All you need is your VIN, mileage and the PCM that needs programming.

Warning

• Make sure the battery in your scan tool is completely charged. If your battery dies while in the middle of reprogramming, irreparable damage may occur.

Items you will need

• Chevrolet scan tool (GM MDI or Tech 2)
• Serial pass-through cable
• Computer
• Internet access

Chevrolet scan tool for reference

Functions/ Software	GDS2	Tech2Win	Global TIS	TIS2000
Diagnostics	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
ECU Programming	No. But you can log in www.acdelcotds.com to do programming	No. But you can log in www.acdelcotds.com to do programming	Yes. But only program ECUs offline for part of GM vehicles.	Yes
Key Programming	Yes. But you have to program new keys online via www.acdelcotds.com	Yes. But you have to program new keys online via www.acdelcotds.com	No	Yes
SPS Programming	No	Yes	Yes	Yes (with Tech 2 Go-between)

Based on the chart, GlobalTIS and TIS2000 are you way to go.

Tool / Software	GDS2	Tech2Win	Global TIS	TIS2000
GM Tech 2	No	Yes (for old cars)	No	Yes
GM MDI	Yes (for new cars 2010-)	Yes (for old cars)	Yes	No
Mangoose PRO GM II	Yes (for new cars 2010-)	Yes (for old cars)	No	No
VXDIAG VCX Nano GM	Yes (for new cars 2010-)	Yes (for old cars)	No	No

Based on the second chart, you should have teh2 or mdi interface for ecu programming.

But mdi is better for new year models.

Conclusion:

GM MDI interface with GlobalTIS software is the best for Chevrolet Malibu 2017 PCM programming

http://blog.obdii365.com/2019/11/15/what-for-chevrolet-malibu-2017-pcm-programming/

SPS Programming: J2534, VXDIAG or GM MDI?

I buy online SPS programming, connect via j2534. VIN reading OK, but when I try program no matter which module I have E4399 error.

Abrites j2534 won’t work with SPS GDS2 and car from 2014 I think. I need to buy MDI multiple diagnostic interface or something else?

Just information for you to make a wise purchase of GM scan tools for SPS programming: (here, I focus on SPS GDS2 on Abrites j2534 and GM MDI)

In the past ( few years ago when I bought my AVDI )

When I bought my tool I used Global Tis v32 and was able to do SPS Programming in my Y20DTH that I have at my desk for tests. All went OK.

After a while during a year of AMS I received the new drivers but because I didn’t like how the AVDI is working and because I make some money using it I dece to upgrade to genuine OEM tool for the brands that AVDI can work.

After a while I bought a genuine MDI.

And after years I did the tests because my friend who has a issue doing SPS Programming. And he asked me to check if its ok at me. And using same ecu that I did SPS Programming alright in the past then now was blocked. So I did and had the same issues as him.

He because has the AMS he received the new drivers after he talked with Abrites company.
For me AVDI its did it job long time ago and I don’t need to buy a new AMS. So I am using when I do what “she” can do.

My friend asked Abrites to fix this issue and they sent to him new drivers versions and then he could do a SPS Programming as well.

But take care this is not working in any ecu.

So my advise for you is to buy a good GM MDI but not VXDIAG VCX Nano and you will be fine.

In my opinion for GM cars and if you wanna do SPS Programming and diagnostics using Tech2win and GDS2 the better is a GM MDI – a genuine or good clone one, or a cheaper cable like a genuine or good clone Mongoose GM Pro2

Or a J2534 tool that its approved by GM.

Maybe for diagnostic AVDI is still good but for programming it will not for sure. But if you wish it you can use it and when you will block first ecu you will remember my opinion.

AVDI I hadn’t used anymore for diagnostic so I cannot tell you if its ok to use it in newer car with GDS2. Actually I have no new drivers for a long.

I just want to show you my experience and tell you my opinion. The decision is yours.

The last, two very important charts for you – might help your purchase

Tool / Software	GDS2	Tech2Win	Global TIS	TIS2000
GM Tech 2	No	Yes (for old cars)	No	Yes
GM MDI	Yes (for new cars 2010-)	Yes (for old cars)	Yes	No
Mangoose PRO GM II	Yes (for new cars 2010-)	Yes (for old cars)	No	No
VXDIAG VCX Nano GM	Yes (for new cars 2010-)	Yes (for old cars)	No	No

Functions/ Software	GDS2	Tech2Win	Global TIS	TIS2000
Diagnostics	Yes	Yes	No	Yes
ECU Programming	No. But you can log in www.acdelcotds.comto do programming	No. But you can log in www.acdelcotds.comto do programming	Yes. But only program ECUs offline for part of GM vehicles.	Yes
Key Programming	Yes. But you have to program new keys online via www.acdelcotds.com	Yes. But you have to program new keys online via www.acdelcotds.com	No	Yes
SPS Programming	No	Yes	Yes	Yes (with Tech 2 Go-between)

That is,

If you want to do ECU programming or SPS programming, you’d better have a GM MDI interface with Global TIS.

If you need program new keys (only online with GDS2 and Tech2win), it depends.

If you have a new car or pickup truck after the year 2010, you have 3 options: MDI interface, Mangoose cable, Nano;

If you have an old car or pickup truck, you have one more option, Tech 2. That is, 4 options for the old GM vehicles: MDI, Mangoose, Nano and Tech 2.

If you want to have a diagnostic test on GM vehicles, you can have any tool with GDS2 or Tech2win or TIS2000. Clearly, all tools above can be used for GM diagnosis.

Good luck

http://blog.obdii365.com/2018/12/20/sps-programming-abrites-avdi-or-gm-mdi/

GM MDI vs Tech II: MDI wins in running speed & vehicle coverage

I have both clone Tech2 and MDI interface from China. Here, I’ll chip in with my experience and give you some tips if you have a GM and consider buying a tool for it.

Cloned GM MDI interface:

MDI/GDS2 is used on C7 Vettes, and other vehicles prior to 2014 (for example, Chev Cruze starting in 2011 uses MDI, as well as others).

Cloned GM Tech 2 scan tool:

I use the Tech2 on my 427 vert as well, and it does everything stand-alone except module recalibration (programming or ‘flashing’).

Btw, There wasn’t a single all-inclusive model year where they cut over from the Tech2 to MDI for all GM models. It had more to do with platforms that were more-or-less fresh designs or clean-sheet designs after about 2008 or so.

Why MDI interface is more preferable for GM:

Flash faster: MDI & GDS2

As for why GM is going to the GM MDI and GDS2, instead of using a Tech II with TIS2000 software, because the MDI with GDS2 flashes a hell of lot faster when you have flash a new module with either it orginal firmware or upgraded firmware. Its also faster to use than having to press buttons on the Tech II for basic commands during diagnostics as well.

Older cars: Tech II & TIS2000

So in regards to the vets, Tech II clone will cover all the C6 cars and older since the last of the updated firmware on the unit covers from here back. If you do need to reflash something, it’s done via Tis2000 with the Tech II as the pass through device.

New & old cars: MDI interface

Since GM did not make upgraded firmware to flash into the Tech II’s to cover these cars like C7, then it’s a MDI that is needed instead. As for the MDI’s firmware, they will cover not only the new cars, but the cars that the old Tech II’s used to cover as well.

Now the glitch on the MDI regarding cloning it, since it has to use the GDS2 software for the pass through only device, GDS2 software has not been cracked like Tis2000 software has been instead.

GM account for subscription: MDI need it

So the only way that even a clone MDI is going to work, is to have a subscription to GM (Few $K a year) to allow you to use the GDS2 software that has to log into GM each time it used instead.

Hence the Clone Tech II unit you get will already be loaded with the most current firmware, and for most of the stuff you going to use the Tech II clone, will just be using the unit by itself without being connected to a laptop.

Also the cracked copy of Tis2000 that you get with the clone model, does not have to be connected/logged into GM to use it for 99% of the stuff (do not need an account with GM).

Note, if push comes to shove and you can not find a copy of the needed firmware to flash into a unit to upgrade a module, then you can get a one day subscription to GM to pull down the needed file from them.

Another place the people have had good luck with as well.

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/gm-tech2-gm-diagnostic-scanner-with-32mb-card-tis2000.html

http://blog.obdii365.com/2018/04/26/gm-mdi-vs-tech-ii-running-speed-vehicle-coverage/

Can I buy a cloned GM MDI interface?

This is for those interested in purchasing a GM MDI from china with software. Here are experience (success and failure) of MDI clone, shared on the MH forum.

Compatibility:

Device works with GDS2 (Opel)
Device works with Tech2Win (Opel, Hammer)
Device not works with SAAB via Tech2Win

GM MDI is working in Consult 3 plus 

Cars tested- works & cannot work:

1: SAAB 9-5, 2003, 3.0 TID- works

mine is clone from China.
MDI Software 8.1.135.13
GT32
SAAB NAO V9.250
Simply pressed OK when Candy detected and all worked.
Tested on SAAB 9-5, 2003, 3.0 TID

2: 2014 model - works

SAAB NAO V9.250 is from 2014. Already tested.
2003 year too old - not interesting for me.

3: Saab 9-5, 2003, 3.0 - works

Tested by my own, works with Saab 9-5, 2003, 3.0

Online or offline issues:

1: online - good, offline - bad

GM MDI good, interface works online.

update mdi 100%.

offline too bad for new cars.

2: wifi card compatible

at now, chinese clone GM MDI with squ wifi card

3: wifi not working but works good with USB

I bought a cheap one and it only worked with usb. The wired network and wifi did not work. In fact, the card flash socket was missing from the board. Build quality was not to bad. I just use it to flash newer pcm/ecm's.

GM MDI WIFI version:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/gm-mdi-diagnostic-interface-with-wifi.html

GM MDI USB version:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/gm-mdi-multiple-diagnostic-interface.html

Source - a man of his words to trust in:

I would not go by pictures posted on the web as venders share the same photos but the MDI I received from http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/gm-mdi-multiple-diagnostic-interface.html had a different ethernet connector and missing cardflash socket. It was advertised as (without wifi). It does work fine on USB and for flashing pcm/ecm because at 480 Mbit/s it is almost 5 times faster then ethernet.

The MDI clone works fine with tech2win and also TIS2000. Used it for diags and pcm flashing with no problem (through usb port only)

Credits to all contributors with unbiased reviews in mhhauto.com

Free Download GDS2 v17 – GM Global 2017.7.1 – MDI 8.3.103.39

Hi everyone. Free download 2017 GDS2 v17.0.08000 – GM Global 2017.7.1 – MDI 8.3.103.39 GM diagnostic software for laptop to have GM diagnostic, coding, programming:

https://mega.nz/#!LZolSKyB!4iL-8MfCZwekmAZcqcftZ5i66uPoMIHoL2nafRdGxDI

Password: MHHAUTO_GDS_07_2017

It’s customer share: (big thanks documentacao.eng)
”I’m here to share a VM that I have success to update and it’s working fine
(tested with a china clone)”

What is GM GDS2:

The GM Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS2), a PC-based software application, is designed to diagnose and repair on-board automotive electronic systems. The software application is used with a personal computer and a GM MDI  multiple diagnostic interface (or J2534-2 equivalent)

What is GM MDI:

The Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI), provides full dealer level diagnostics and programming for all Vauxhall /Opel 16 pin vehicles from 1996 to 2017.

What is GM Global:

GM Global incl. GM diagnostic software download, Service Programming System (SPS), Security Access (Security), Snapshot (Snap), Tech2 View (T2 View), Techline Print (TL Print), Global Diagnostic System (GDS2), PRO Code Display (RPO)…ONLY WORK WITH GM MDI with Item NO. SP163-C!!!

GM MDI installation tips: (big thanks to SCOTT)

“Always make sure any downloaded files are unblocked
RIGHT CLICK DOWNLOADED FILES AND CLICK PROPERTY’S , Click unblock button if there, if not click cancel button.

Disable UAC and Disable firewall and reboot .

uninstall mdi manger from control panel, reboot, reinstall mdi manager , start mdi manger make sure correct firmware, close mdi manager or update firmware or do a recovery accordingly, Now leave mdi connected with 12v supply and reinstall tech2win, right click tech2win shortcut and click button -> open file location, find emulator.exe ,right click and select option to run as administrator.

close all. now replace quickstart.bin with now one.

now run program from desktop.”

OBDII365.com disclaimer:

software above tested by the DIY user only. Professionals haven’t tested it yet. You need luck with it coz there might be some unknown risk

Tested GM diagnostic software… here you go.

Tech2 32MB PCMCIA card software download:

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SAAB TIS2000 software download: (with USB Key)

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/saab-tis2000-cd-and-usb-key.html

GM MDI V8.3.103.39 GDS2 Windows 7 software for Vauxhall Opel/Buick and Chevrolet:

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You can use tested versions with relief…

All tested to work good with GM diagnostic here:

Products	WiFi GM MDI	VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM	GM Tech 2 clone
Picture
software	Tech2 Win GDS2 2011: for GM MDI (sp163-c) GDS2 2017: for GM MDI (sp163-d)	GDS 2 (2017)	TIS2000 SPS
	Note: GDS2 V2017 needs login to have diagnostic online
Need computer	Yes, it’s PC-based.	Yes, it’s PC-based.	Basic diagnostics: on-board TIS2000: PC-based
System requirement	Win XP only New software: Win 7	Win7 64bit / 32 bit Win8 64bit	Win XP for TIS2000
Language	Multi-Language	Multi-Language	Multi-Language (depends on vehicles)
WIFI	WIFI	YES, VXDIAG GM has WIFI version and wired version (USB connection)	No, only wired connection.
Update	Firmware updatable	Firmware updatable Software updatable	Update via 32MB Card
Activation	Yes, MDI need activation.	No need to activate	No need to activate
Diagnosis	wireless basic diagnostic	brand-specific diagnosis	basic diagnosis
Programming	-wireless online programming –offline programming ,such as European Chevrolet, Opel, but not for all cars	GM TIS2WEB online Service Programming System (SPS)	Offline coding/programming with TIS2000 on SAAB/OPEL (-2008)
Supported protocols	UART, Class 2, KWP2000 and GMLAN (CAN)	CAN, UART, KW2000, Class2, GM LAN, etc.	CANdi interface(NOTE 1)
Supported vehicles	vehicles from 1990-2017 GM, Opel, Chevrolet, Saab, Australia Holden (2010-2012)	Vehicles to 2017 GM, OPEL	vehicles from 1992-2013 GM, SAAB, OPEL, UZUKI, ISUZU, Holden
Advantage	-can support software from original factory -support offline & online programming	-cheap but with the same function as GM MDI – WIFI and USB connection -good for new cars	-cannot plug original software card, but can support original program -easy to carry on

GM MDI 8.3.103.39 – GM Global 2017.7.1 works good:

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