Saab 2006 Rear Window Express Program Retrofit with Tech2

 Rear window "express-up" retrofit

So, as we all know, in 2006 and newer models, SAAB got rid of the express-up feature for the rear door windows when controlled from the driver's switchpack. Call it GM "decontenting" or maybe due to societal stupidity and potential lawsuits (?), whatever the reason, I really like the feature and it's always driven me nuts that the switches are there but don't work as they should. It's like dangling candy in front of a baby! :evil: I probably wouldn't even have thought to do this if SAAB hadn't kept using the driver's switchpack with double-detent rear window buttons! But they did. And I most always drive with my windows down, especially the drivers window and the window directly behind me (so I don't get buffeted in the face, try it sometime!).

So, with that said, here's how to retrofit express-up windows into your 2006+ sedan or Combi.

You'll need the following parts:

- Rear left window motor (6-pin version), part number 12788801
- Rear right window motor (6-pin version), part number 12788802

- Rear left window regulator (pinch-protection version), part number 12793730
- Rear right window regulator (pinch-protection version), part number 12793731

- Rear left door harness (w/6 pin motor connection), part number 12785580
- Rear right door harness (w/6 pin motor connection), part number 12785581

- GM Tech 2, CANdi box, security access with TIS2000 subscription

- Patience and a good chunk of time

Everything is literally plug and play once you've sourced the correct parts. Remove and replace the regulators, motors, and harnesses. Not hard to do at all. 

The only exception is if you have rear door speakers like I do (apparently not that common?). You'll have to transplant the speaker harness into the new harness to keep the speakers. Couple of thoughts on this: rear door speakers really don't do a whole lot, so it's not a deal-breaker if you don't feel like doing this. Or if you want, you can just make a new harness for the speakers. I wanted to do it factory-style, so I moved the harness, moved the pins, re-wrapped the harness, etc.

After everything is in, it won't work. Don't worry! You still need to program the RLDM and RRDM (rear left and right door modules). In comes the Tech 2:

1. Get security access.
2. Diagnostics, select year and car, select "All".
3. Add/Remove.
4. Remove both the RLDM and RRDM.
5. Add the RLDM and RRDM, specify "With Anti-Pinch Motors". Also select "EU" for Market just in case. Here's the tricky part, where I almost gave up! DO NOT SELECT THE YEAR OF YOUR CAR. It won't work. You have to "trick" the system. Select 2004 when it asks the year of the car.
6. Once the modules have been added back in, calibrate the rear window pinch protection just as you would the front windows. You'll hear a "beep" from the SID letting you know the windows have been calibrated.
7. Enjoy your express-up windows!

This may seem trivial but I literally yelped when it finally worked. 

 What good are auto-up windows if only 2 of the 4 work?

Hope that helps anyone else looking to do this!

GM Saab PSG16 Programming by Tech2 via SPS

 Question:

I need to program a psg16 pump vp44 (the Opel Vectra 2.2 dti car got several electrical errors due to a PSG16 change). I see that gm tech2 scanner can do it. If I buy a new PCMCIA card, can I get it working? the MDI/MDI2 can I also program?

Answer:

You can flash/swap PSG16 pump via SPS original software.

If you want to program PSG16 you can easily do it with tech2 and TIS2000, GlobalTis v32 or Tis2web. You can buy any card because you can overwrite the software that you need from TIS.

You also can use GM MDI or GM MDI2 or AVDI or any good/approved J2534 tool can be used to do SPS Programming in PSG16.
You download sps on PCMCIA card then cut from card read.

EDC 15 / PSG 16 Reprogramming by Tech2 via SPS

Follow the description below carefully to ensure success.

 

1. Connect TECH2 scan tool to the data link connector.

2. Start TECH2 and select F5: Service Programming System (SPS).

3. Select F0: Request Information.

4. Then select: model year, vehicle type, group, system

5. Follow the instructions in TECH2.

6. Disconnect TECH2 from the vehicle and connect it to the COM port of the computer (flat cable). TIS2000 must be installed on the computer.

7. Check that the software of the computer is newer than that of EDC 15/PSG 16. If so, download it to TECH2.

8. Disconnect TECH2 from the computer and reconnect it to the vehicle.

9. Start TECH2 and select F5: Service Programming System (SPS).

10. Select F1: Program control module.

11. Follow the instructions in TECH2.

12. Wait until programming is complete. This takes approx. 7 minutes.

13. Once programming is complete: switch off the ignition.

14. Test start the engine.

15. Read and clear any DTCs in the control unit. A DTC will be generated because the pump control unit loses communication with EDC 15/PSG 16 during programming.

16. Final check:

Clear DTCs in all systems.

Execute one operating cycle (run the vehicle at varying engine load and speed for five minutes).

Evaluate the operating cycle (check that DTCs were not regenerated).

http://blog.obdii365.com/2021/03/09/gm-saab-psg16-pump-sps-programming-via-tech2/

GM Tech2 Reset 05 Chevrolet Corvette Brake light

Car model and year:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette M6 base

 

Symptom:

Brake lights are not working. Including the 3rd brake light.

 

GM scanner:

1. I do have an Autel 519.
2. GM Tech II scanner (is a must tool)

 

What I tried to do:

Replaced the brake light switch. Swapped back in the original. Still no brake lights.

 

What should do next? (From experienced user)  

1. When changing the BPS, did you do a relearn with a Tech II to calibrate it with the BCM.

   When you have the tech II on the car to do the BPS relearn, did you go into BCM data after to see if the pedal was signaling the BCM to turn on the brake lights?

   Hence problem could be BPS not calibrated correctly to start with at the BCM, or could be the wiring/rear bumper void connector, or just rear grounding the problem instead.

   And if you don’t own a Tech II ( at least clone) to work on the car, it’s your first mistake, since even basic items like brake pedal sensor replacement have to be calibrated to the BCM via the tool. So on that note, if you list your location, someone local may have a Tech II to put on the car, until you get your own.

 

2. For Autel 519

The brake position sensor is a restate type device, not a on/off switch. So when it replaced in the car and since the each sensor will have a slightly different reading, the BCM has to learn it value when the pedal is not pushed, then when the pedal is pushed.

Double check your Autel 519, but not sure is has a BPS relearn for the GM cars on it, which is required when the brake pedal sensor is replaced.

Once the BPS vavlues have been learned to the BCM, then you can go into BCM data to make sure that the BCM is seeing the changing rates, and activating the brake lights. From here, then we are done to just the fuse and wiring from the BCM to the lights (then ground).

So again, could be the old BPS is worn, and its current resitance values are not the ones first leaned in, the replace values where never learned in, and why the BCM is not seeing the correct values to turn on the brake lights to begin with.

 

Finally, Solved!

I took the car to my friend’s shop. He fixed it in 5 minutes with a BPS relearn. I’m not sure why this was required. I did change out the switch but I put the original back in. Or the previous owner could have changed it and not known a relearn was required. He actually knocked quite a bit of money off the car because of this issue. Either way I have brake lights!

 

Good to know:

I have/used just about every Tech II / MDI device known, and it’s the VX GM Nano’s that I use the most (have one in both usb and wifi versions).
Hence it works at both a Tech II using cracked Tech2win software for the C6 and back cars for free that comes with it, and since it is a MDI clone to being with, works for C7 and newer cars running GSD2/TDS as well.

Hence the problem with the hand held tech II clones, is they only work on C6 or later cars, and not the newer cars that need MDI running GDS2 instead.
Regarding using TIS2000 with a hand held tech II clone, the unit only comes with a rs-232 connector cable, so you end up having to pick up a usb cable to connect it to a machine to run tis2000 instead.

So quick break down of GM software.
Tech2win is the same software that the hand held tech II’s runs internally, but runs it on a laptop instead. It’s used for diagnostics, and a few relearn type features.

Tis2000 is used for SPS firmware flashing of the C6 cars back. Note, there is the standard version that only goes up to 2009 cars, then there is the abroad version for spotty internet areas that will go up to 2013, since TDS may not work correctly if the area internet is not fast enough (think abroad where a service area may only have phone dial up).

GDS2 is the diagnostic and some relearn items for the 2014 and up cars.

TDS is the on-line SPS programming that replaced Tis2000 for the new cars from 2009 up for most firmware and special programming, even on the older cars.

As for the VX GM nano, runs all the above software, and in most cases (short of TDS that you would need to pay for a subscription), does so for free. Hence this is the reason that it’s favored, since it covers me on pretty much any GM car running no service fee software..

 

Credits to @Dano523 (CF Senior Member)

 

For the reliable clone GM TECH2, MDI and VXDIAG NANO GM, you are advised this one:

GM TECH2

GM MDI

VXDIAG NANO GM (USB)

VXDIAG NANO GM (WIFI) 

How to Install TIS2000 on Win10 RCA Cambio Tablet?

 The RCA Cambio (…Only $110.00 on Amazon) has a (6) Hour Battery Life and is Very Lightweight… with a VERY Small Foot Print that will allow it to sit on the Center Console or be rotated into a Tall Rectangle for ease of Touch Screen use inside the Cab.  Also… it is nice because all of the other Windows 10 Apps still function and you can Install HP Tuners (The Latest Blue Tooth Version) on the same Tablet with plenty of room to spare for easy Data-Logging.

The RCA Cambio has both the Touch Screen and Wide Touch Mouse Pad options built into the included Magnetic removable QWERTY Keyboard that sports NICE BIG Keys and is nice and crisp when typing. The Screen quality …even at 1280 X 800 Pixels is Clear and Bright.

This solution for Direct CD Installation should work on ANY Windows 10 Computer that supports the (32) Bit Operating System as a Fresh Installation.

How To Install TIS2000 on an RCA Cambio Tablet 10.1”

Procedure (Windows 10 (32) Bit Operating System ):

(1) This Technique will NOT work on ANY of the 64 Bit Flavor Windows 10 Computers.

(2) Visit the Link Below and Follow the Instructions, On Screen Prompts and Screen Prints to Wake Up the Native (16) Bit Capabilities of Windows 10:

http://techgenix.com/16-bit-applications-windows-10/

(3) Reboot the Tablet and Turn Off the WIFI, Firewall and Anti-Virus Apps.

(4) Use a Rioddas Standard USB External DVD Burner to Install the (3) TIS2000 Disks (NO PS Required). The RCA Cambio comes with One Standard Size 3.0 USB Port on the Side Plane.The Rioddas Unit is SWEET and STABLE.

(5) Use the Latest Flavor of TIS2000 (3) Disk Set of Installation CDs. Note that during the Final Disc Install… the 3rd Mini-Disk has a Properly Working Dongle Crack available as a single .DLL File to Copy/Transfer to the cosids/bin sub-directory. Rename the Old .DLL before doing this.

(6) Reboot the Machine and then, after turning on the WIFI, Firewall and Anti-Virus Programs, Select the TIS2000 Icon from the Desktop and put the App through its Paces to ensure that the SPS Program Functions properly… without any AV or FW interruptions that might harm the Tech 2 Hand Held Scanner. A GOOD USB to Serial Port Adapter WILL be required.

(7) That’s all there is to it… No Complicated VMWARE… No Weird ‘Windows Magic’… and No Entanglements. It is just a Direct CD Installation using the Hidden (16) Bit Drivers Native to the Windows 10 (32) Bit Edition to coax things along.

Done.

Read aslo: How to install TIS2000 for GM Tech2 scanner

96 LT4 Corvette PCM Reprogramming by GM tech2 Clone

I purchased a 1996 PCM that was used for short money, my goal was to keep it as a spare for my ’96 LT4 Vette since parts are getting harder to come by.
I removed my PCM and installed this used PCM. I took out my GM Tech 2 Clone, opened my Windows XP Netbook that I had previously installed the TIS 2000 software (this software disk came with the Tech 2 Clone). I opened the TIS 2000 application and went to the “Service Program Application” and followed the steps to “Reprogram ECU”.
Now this used PCM obviously had a different VIN. So during the program when it prompted me to see if the VIN was correct I deleted the old VIN and entered in my cars VIN.
Then I uploaded the program for my VIN into the TECH2 Clone per the prompts, disconnected the Tech 2 Clone from my Netbook and connected my Tech 2 Clone to my OBDII port. I turned the ignition ON without starting the car and selected “Service Programming System” followed the prompts and watched the TECH 2 Clone load my VIN programming for my car.
It worked great, in fact I bought a second 1996 PCM for $150.00 and performed the same procedure and that one worked just as well!
After I used my JET DST to upload my Tune for my engine into the PCMs. The Tech II will obviously only install the factory calibrations. Now I have two spares in case my original fails.
Hope this information is helpful.

TIS2000 Application

Here is where you select Reprogram ECU.

These are the prompts for the Tech 2 setup.

First I only have a 1996 with the OBD II, this is all I could experiment with so I can’t check other years.
I think it can also work on the 94, 95 model years as well, but I could be wrong.
The TIS 2000 software comes with the Tech 2 scanner.

http://blog.obdii365.com/2020/07/21/gm-tech2-pcm-reprogramming-on-96-lt4-corvette/

How to Solve TIS2000 E666 Access to SPS Server Denied?

Hey guys, obdii365.com engineer & users share the working solution to GM Tech2 software TIS2000error” E666: Access to Service Programming Server was denied”.

Possible reasons and solutions:

1. You need a New-Different “Safe” cable if you using USB —->RS232…..

Ensure the cable is a rs-232 and not a rs232c.

Look at the following rs232 adapter, it is high quality made, which is included in the package.

2: To set COM port as COM1.
—> under CONFIGURATION>I/O MANAGEMENT>TECH2>PROPERTIES.
Note: Please do not use usb—rs232 (converter), it is useless.

3. Normal TIS2000 software that comes with it requires an individual USB security dongle, (most dongle in the kit is useless).Go figure. TIS2000 is COM yet the security is USB. This REALLY screws up things sometimes.If you do need the dongle and don’t have one, it will come with error E666.

Look at USB security dongle:

For GM Opel tis2000: use D630 computer, you can insert the USB dongle to use or use the patch to crack.

For Saab TIS2000: usually use IBM T30, for other computer you may get error message, need to insert the USB dongle, can’t use the patch to crack.

How to crack TIS2000 for GM / Opel:

Attach some images below:

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http://www.obdii365.com/service/tis2000-access-sps-server-denied-error-solution.html

GM Scan Tools Hardware and Software Guidelines

GM’s hardware (Tech 2, MDI, MDI2, VXdiag vcx nano gm, etc.) and software (Tech2win, GlobalTis, TIS2000, GDS2, etc) are designed and validated to work within specified hardware and software versions. This document details the ideal computer scenarios with which GM hardware and software will function as designed. Non-compliance could result in undesired results for which GM is not responsible and will not support.

GM hardware:

GM MDI:

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

GM MDI2:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/wifi-gm-mdi-2-diagnostic-tool-sp163-e.html

GM Tech2:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/gm-tech2-gmtech-2-diagnostic-scan-tool.html

VXDIAG VCX NANO GM:

wifi version: http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/vxdiag-vcx-nano-for-gm-opel-gds2-scanner-wifi-version.html

wired version: http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/vxdiag-vcx-nano-for-gm-opel-gds2-scanner.html

GM software:

TIS2000:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/tis2000-cd-and-usb-key-for-gm-tech2-gm-car-model.html

Tech2win, GlobalTis, Gds2:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/gm-mdi-gds2-gm-mdi-gds-tech-2-win-software.html

Online programming subscription:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/one-year-gm-online-subscription.html

General Notes

The GM IT guidelines are organized as follows:

• Good – the minimum acceptable systems capability/components for conducting diagnostics and programming with related GM hardware and

• Better – the systems infrastructure capability/components that will deliver better performance and security while seeking to maximize the lifecycle of the

• Best – the systems infrastructure capability/components that will deliver best performance and security while seeking to maximize the lifecycle of the

NOTE: If you are looking to purchase new infrastructure, systems or solutions, please

adhere to the specifications outlined in the “Better or Best” sections.

Hardware

The following section details guidelines for required hardware and software as well as a guide for purchasing new hardware and software. NOTE: GM hardware and software must be utilized on a dedicated computer.

Consumer-Grade versus Enterprise-Grade: Most computer manufacturers offer two different grades of computers: consumer-grade hardware intended for home and personal use, and enterprise-grade hardware intended for businesses. While the price of consumer-grade hardware may seem attractive for independent businesses, oftentimes the total cost of ownership ends up being greater due to the limited functionality, higher failure rates, and more complex support.

	SUPPORTED		NOT SUPPORTED
Enterprise grade hardware (PCs and Access Points)		Consumer grade hardware (PC and Access Points), Apple or Mac tablets & PCs Non-branded, built by hand or thin client PC
Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 processors 4th generation and above		ALL Intel Core i-series 3rd generation and below Processors plus AMD, Celeron, Pentium and Atom processors
Windows 7 Professional, 64 bit supported up to December 31, 2019 only. Windows 10 Professional, 64 bit		Windows 8.x, XP and Vista Business Windows 7 Professional, 32 bit All Home Operating Systems Tablets running Android or Mac operating systems
Java Run Time Environment 32 bit		All 64 bit versions of Java

Desktop PC

	Good	Better	Best
Processor	Intel Core i3, i5, i7 4th Gen	Intel Core i3, i5 5th & 6th Gen* & above	PC: Intel Core i7 7th & 8th Gen* & above
System memory (RAM)	4GB	8GB	16GB
Hard Disk Drive	256GB	500GB	1TB
USB Ports	4	4+	4+
Display	17” 1366 x 768 (HD)	21” 1366 x 768 (HD)	24” 1920 x 1080 (HD)
Network Adapter	Wired: Gigabit Wireless: 802.11n	Wired: Gigabit+ Wireless: 802.11ac	Wired: Gigabit+ Wireless: 802.11ac
Operating System	Windows 7 Professional, 64 bit	Windows 10 Professional, 64 bit	PC: Windows 10 Professional, 64 bit

* Note: 7th Generation or above have model numbers of 7000 or greater (example: Intel Core i5- 7400T).

* Note: For Service Technicians who perform Infotainment programming the 256GB drive size is not sufficient for large calibration files. Select from the Better or Best category.

For the Techline Service Technician applications (TIS2Web, GDS2, MDI, MDI 2, Tech2Win, and Service Information):

• Requires Local Windows Administrative access for software installation and updates to Windows registry
• Refer to section d.iv for a list of recommended firewall and security exceptions
• Recommends one (1) Multiple Diagnostic Tool (MDI / MDI 2) for every PC
• Recommends one (1) battery maintainer for every two (2) Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI) tools in use
• Recommends use of Tripp-Lite Keyspan USB to Serial adapter (Model: USA – 19HS) for computers without serial ports

Laptops & Tablet PCs

	Good	Better	Best
Processor	Intel Core i3, i5, i7 4th Gen	Intel Core i3, i5 5th & 6th Gen* & above	PC: Intel Core i7 7th & 8th Gen* & above
System memory (RAM)	4GB	4GB	8GB +
Hard Disk Drive	256GB	500GB	1TB
USB Ports	4	4+	4+
Display	13” 1366 x 768 (HD)	15” 1366 x 768 (HD)	17” 1920 x 1080 (HD)
Network Adapter	Wired: Gigabit Wireless: 802.11n	Wired: Gigabit+ Wireless: 802.11ac	Wired: Gigabit+ Wireless: 802.11ac
Operating System	Windows 7 Professional, 64 bit	Windows 10 Professional, 64 bit	Windows 10 Professional, 64 bit

* Note: 7th Generation or above have model numbers of 7000 or greater (example: Intel Core i5- 7400T). GM

* Note: For Service Technicians who perform Infotainment programming the 256GB drive size is not sufficient for large calibration files. Select from the Better or Best category.

For the Techline Service Technician applications (TIS2Web, GDS2, MDI, MDI 2, Tech2Win, and Service Information):

• Requires Local Windows Administrative access for software installation and updates to Windows registry
• Refer to section d.iv for a list of recommended firewall and security exceptions
• Recommends one (1) Multiple Diagnostic Tool (MDI / MDI 2) for every PC
• Recommends one (1) battery maintainer for every two (2) Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI) tools in use
• Recommends use of Tripp-Lite Keyspan USB to Serial adapter (Model: USA – 19HS) for computers without serial ports

Software

	Good	Better	Best
Web Browser	Internet Explorer, version IE11 (with current Service Pack) with the “compatibility view” enabled
Java	Current 32-bit version of Java Runtime Environment, or the version recommended by each application
System Recovery	Full Operating System Recovery Package, Ensure the PC manufacturer or reseller provides the necessary recovery software to restore the operating system in the event of a major software failure. (Note: See Business Continuity Section)
Desktop Anti-Virus	Enterprise Desktop Anti-virus solution that is updated automatically and managed through a centralized console.

Internet Speed

	Good	Better	Best
Speed	100 Mbps	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps

Note:

The MDI and MDI 2 are not compatible with an open, unencrypted wireless network.

Desktop Security

	Good	Better	Best
PC Virus Monitoring	Enterprise-grade, antivirus products should be installed on all PCs and configured to automatically perform the following: ·         Download and install most current virus signature updates ·         Actively monitor for viruses ·         Quarantine and eradicate infected files ·         Antivirus solution should include antivirus, anti-spyware, intrusion prevention, application control, spam control and rootkit detection
Patch Management	·         GM recommends that patch management be performed on every PC to ensure each workstation has current patches. ·         Workstation Management should include remote monitoring of hardware/software failures, down servers, low disk space, excessive CPU usage and excessive memory usage. Install critical security patches within one month of release.
Password Protection	Employees have multiple user ID’s and passwords used to access the tools that support user’s job roles. Implementing a password management policy is a significant piece of data security and access control. All passwords should be promptly changed if suspected of/are being comprised, or disclosed to vendors for maintenance/support. •  Refrain from divulging passwords unless absolutely necessary (i.e., helpdesk assistance) •  Protect stored passwords – discourage employees from writing down access information and keeping it in plain sight of passerby (i.e., username & password written on post it note nearby workspace). •  Passwords should be encrypted when transmitted electronically. •  Passwords must be changed every 90 days. •  Users are not able to reuse their last five (5) passwords. •  User accounts are locked-out or suspended after the tenth (10) failed login attempts. •  Remove all employee credentials from all network devices immediately upon employment ending.

GM Application Security and Firewall Exceptions

All application updates and installations must be performed from an account with local Windows administrative privileges. Firewall Exceptions for TIS2Web applications:

• 64 bit Windows:
• C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jre<version number>\bin\jp2launcher.exe
• C:\Program Files (x86)\GDS 2\jre6\bin\javaw.exe
• C:\Program Files (x86)\General Motors\Tech2Win\bin\emulator.exe
• C:\Program Files (x86)\GM MDI Software\GM MDI Manager\GM_MDI_Manager.exe
• C:\Program Files (x86)\GM MDI Software\GM MDI Identification Service\GM_MDI_Ident.exe
• C:\Program Files (x86)\Vibe Programming\Cuw.exe
• 32 bit Windows:
• C:\Program Files\Java\jre<version number>\bin\jp2launcher.exe
• C:\Program Files\GDS 2\jre6\bin\javaw.exe
• C:\Program Files\General Motors\Tech2Win\bin\emulator.exe
• C:\Program Files\GM MDI Software\GM MDI Manager\GM_MDI_Manager.exe
• C:\Program Files\GM MDI Software\GM MDI Identification Service\GM_MDI_Ident.exe
• C:\Program Files\Vibe Programming\Cuw.exe
• Java Control Panel Security URL Exception:

o https://tis2web.service.gm.com

• Internet Explorer Trusted Sites URL Exceptions:

o *.gm.com

http://blog.obdii365.com/2019/11/26/gm-scan-tools-software-it-guidelines/