Vident iLink400 GM scanner VS GM Tech 2 Scan Tool

Vident iLink400 GM scanner is one plug-and-play OBD2 Scanner, cheap and tested working to diagnose GM cars from 1996 to 2019 year. GM Tech 2 is one well-known professional user’s toy, it has capabilities of diagnosis , SPS programming and key programming etc.

Part 1: Vident iLink400 GM scanner car list, OBD2 diagnostic function list, special functions, language, update, how to use etc.

1.Free download:
Vident iLink400 GM scanner function list (including special functions, GDS software functions)
GM coverage: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Daewoo, Holden, Pontiac, Saturn, Oldsmobile, GMC Truck, Isuzu etc.
From 1996 – 2019 year.

Vident iLink400 GM scanner obd2 diagnostic functions:
ECU Info
Read Codes
Erase Codes
Live Data
Active Test

Vident iLink400 GM scanner special function:
Oil Service
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
Calibration of Steering Angle Sensor G85
Adapt Battery After Replacing
Throttle Body Alignment (TBA)
Special function of Diesel Engine
Read Anti-theft Code
Reset Airbag
Program Key Fob
Invalidate All Fobs
Key Fob Button Test
etc

Vident iLink400 GM scanner language:
English, French, German, Russian, Spanish Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish and more.

Vident iLink400 GM scanner update:
TF memory card for data backup and software update.
3 years free software update online www.videnttech.com

How to use Vident iLink400 GM scanner?

Vident iLink400 has no car diagnostic software as default, when you receive the device, you need to register one vident ID on www.videnttech.com, register the machine, download GM software to test.

If you bought from Obd2tool.com, just select version “GM”. If you want to add more car software, login your account ID on the official site, then “Shopping Cart”, then “Add to cart”.

Part 2: GM Tech 2 Scan Tool car list, diagnostic and programming functions, language, update, how to use etc.

2.GM Tech 2 Scan Tool car list

GM, SAAB, Opel, Suzuki, Isuzu, Holden
Coverage of Diagnosis: From 1992 to 2013, With Help of Tis2000 Software, It Can Do Programming for Cars Before Year 2007 (GM MDI2 and vxdiag nano can work with GM up to 2018 / 2019 year)

GM
GM-English 32.008 1991-2013
GM-German 32.008 1991-2013
GM-Spanish 32.008 1991-2013
GM-Japanese 32.008 1991-2013
GM-French 32.008 1991-2013
GM-Thai 32.008 1991-2013
GM-Portuguese 32.008 1991-2013
GM-Korean 32.008 1991-2013

SAAB
SAAB-English 148.000

OPEL
OPEL-English V180 1997-2014
OPEL-Italian 133.001 1997-2012
OPEL-German 85.001 1997-2008
OPEL-Spanish 91.001 1997-2009

Holden
HOLDEN-English　 V149 1999-2013

SUZUKI
SUZUKI-English 01.210.020

ISUZU
ISUZU-English CAN-BUS 107.021 2010- (CAN-BUS support car models after 2010)
ISUZU-English K-Line 11.62 1996-2013 (K-line support car models from 1996 to 2011)
(If you want ISUZU software, please tell us you want CAN-BUS or K-line)

3.GM Tech 2 Scan Tool functions:

1) OBD2 diagnostic functions.

2) SPS programming
This article is available with the procedure, you can follow:
How to use Tech2 for GM SPS programming

3) Key programming
Read article: How to program key fobs for 06 Chevrolet using GM TECH2 with 32MB card and CANdi module:
Step by step procedure with lots images.

4) Bleeding ABS with Tech 2
I have a tech 2 clone but I have a ’96 and it only has the 3 sensor 4wal. On this there is no countdown or cycling of the ignition, as long as it is on with engine off, after the warnings it establishes communication and then says depress the pedal and it cycles the ABS about 4 times.

BTW this is a good resource for Tech2 paths. It’s all paths though even more than available for your truck but you could probably reduce this down if needed.
https://gsi.ext.gm.com/userguides/GM_Tech2_Paths.pdf

Also, if I can get to that screen just scrolling through function sitting at my desk then that means no communication is occurring to this point. So i would go and use the function to pull the VIN or something just to make sure you do have communication from the unit and through the DLC connector to the truck.

Conclusion:
Vident iLink400 is more suitable for the DIYers , since it is easy to use, cheap and allow users to add one more car diagnostic software as needed.

GM Tech 2 is more suitable for the professional users, which has key programming and SPS programming functions.

How to Set GM MDI2 Wifi Network Connection

The article help how to set GM MDI2 Wifi successfully so that you can not only use with one USB cable.

Use the USB cable to connect GM MDI 2 and the computer.

Wait until the GM MDI2 green indicator light on.

On the computer, connect WIFI.

If succeed, you will be able to open the IE browser.

On the desktop, click on “GM MDI Manager”, then “Connect”.

Click on “Network Setup” ->“Enable wireless interface” ->“Access Point”.

Click on “Refresh” to select from available network list.

Double click on “TP-LINK_33F8”, enter the password.

Click on “Yes”.

MDI is configured to connect the following network.

Click on “MDI Explorer”, then “Disconnect”.

Unplug the USB cable from GM MDI2 Tool.

Once again, click on MDI2 icon then “Connect”.

GM MDI2 green indicator light on again.

GM MDI2 Wifi is setting successfully.

Autel Coverage Problem and Data Logging

Sometimes we will encounter some unknow errors or othe tech problems while we testing the vehicles by using Autel Maxisys Tools.
For such situation, we can upload the detail vehicle data online to
Autel tech support. this will help us save more time and get a promote
reply from Autel engineer about the solution of our problems

If there is a problem performing a function with the MaxiSys, please
notify Autel by sending them a datalog so they can review and hopefully
fix the issue.

 

But first, make sure you have the latest updates.

Click the UPDATE icon to verify the tool has the latest updates for:

1. Operating Systems
2. Manufacturer (eg. Toyota, Ford, GM, Honda, etc…)

Obtain the latest updates and retry the test on the vehicle.

If you have the latest updates and the problem persists, press the PENCIL icon to submit a Datalog file to Autel.

If you do not have a current subscription and cannot obtain the
latest updates, Autel’s response to the datalog submittal will be to
“purchase a subscription renewal.”

 

Autel MaxiCOM MK908 (Updated Version of Maxisys MS908) Support Multiple Languages

 

Autel MK908 is a new arrival tool of Autel Brand. It is not famous till now. But i guess you might know Maxisys MS908 very well, right?

Autel MaxiCom MK908 is works as great as Maxisys MS908. they have the
same functions and vehicle suported list. But MaxiCOM MK908 has better
hardware configuration, this makes it work faster.

It comes with OE-Level diagnostics to perform a comprehensive
scanning process on ECUs to locate the faulty systems and retrieve the
DTCs related, ECU coding. For shops and technicians who demand
unrivalled smart technology and smart repairs, MK908 is best choose

What’s new of Autel MK908?

1. Support All-Around Diagnoses and ECU Programming
2. Ultimate Configurations for Super-Level Diagnosis
3. Multiple Language Supported: English, Spanish, French, German,
polish,Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Portuguese, Turkish, Swedish,
Thai, Arabic, Russian, Chinese

What can MaxiCOM MK908 do for you?

1. Generic OBD II operationsfor retrieving OBD2 vehicle diagnostic information;
1) Read Codes –displays detailed information of DTC records retrieved from the vehicle controlmodule.
2) Erase Codes –erases DTC records and other data from the ECM.
3) Live Data –retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the vehicle’s ECU

2. Special functions for various scheduled service and maintenance performances;
Autel MK908 supports 20+ maintenance services like Oil reset, EPB, TPMS, BMS, SAS, etc.

3. Active test for figuring out whether a specific subsystem or component in vehicles goes well.

Unlike conventional scanners, MK908 users can get access to the
vehicle-specificsubsystem and component parts, and output commands to
the related ECU, thusdriving the actuators to perform a specific
function for determiningthe integrity of the systemor parts by reading
the engine ECU data, or bymonitoring the operation of the actuators,
such as switching a solenoid, relay,or switch, between two operating
states.

GM Tech2 Clone Purchased (With Quick Guide) Good Test

 

I have my GM Corvette C6, 07 2500 GMC, 09 Cobalt that GM Tech2 clone will work on. Have another scan tool for our foreign cars.

Surprises were, this thing is bigger than I thought. It’s a foot tall by 6″ wide. It needs the velcro straps it comes with.
Shipping was a shocker. China to Cincinnati in two days. Ordered it
Sunday evening, they processed it quickly, shipped it Monday morning and
it was sitting on my front porch today, Wednesday by noon.

I bought with case pack. 329usd total, free ship to USA by DHL.
Tested it on my GMC truck and all seems fine. Connector for older OBD1 as well for 91-95,6 too. Latest software for GM 33.004.

The memory card works in either slot, I tried both although the disc
says to install in upper slot. It’s a tight fight because the spring
loaded door doesn’t quite open enough for the card to slide in easily. I
got it in with a touch of prying. Not a big deal.

Entire purchase process was easy with no problems at all. It is a
great scan tool kit for not much money. Time will tell how it holds up
long term but from other members reports they are getting years out of
them.

The unit performs flawlessly. I’m convinced this is manufactured by
the same manufacturer who built the official units for GM (Vetronix), or
at least built based on official plans. It’s not a “clone” per se, but
the actual product un-branded (you get official stickers in a bag if you
need those kinds of things. I threw them away). One of the most likely
opinions I’ve read is that these are the manufacturer’s old stock
getting dumped since GM is not buying these anymore.

Tried all self-tests, including CANdi (important: CANdi only works
when connected to the car). I went through the DTCs of all the systems,
logged some ABS sensors, actuated some solenoids. Everything went
smoothly.

Thanks to @ J.Moore & steel_3d (corvetteforum.com members) for their buying experiences good. He got this from Ali.

While a lot of users prefer chinacardiags.com, take this user’s
feedback for example: They charge more than the sellers on AliExpress
but I was able to use PayPal and had no issues with payment or shipping
(got the package a week after I ordered it). I certainly wouldn’t want
to send copies of my driver’s license/ID to buy something online.

Attach GM Scanner Clone Tech 2 quick start guide for reference:

Here Clone Tech 2 user manual, personally the manual is hard to
navigate and pretty badly organized. Should’ve just connected the candi
with obd2 and gotten to work. At least I should’ve jumped to the end of
the manual for CANdi setup instructions. So I’ll give some tips here to
save some time for first time users.

Quick start guide a la Steve:

-Unpack unit. There is a bunch of junk you don’t need.

-Insert PCMCIA card into slot under flap at top of unit. Only one
slot is accessible. The card will go in both ways, but will only seat
fully one way. If it doesn’t seat all the way, don’t force it, try the
other way. Eject with the button to the right of the card socket.

-Connect main cable to Tech 2. Make sure lock lever is all the way left, so it doesn’t get in the way of the cable connector.

-Connect CANdi module to the main cable. This is the cable with the
large rectangular box module on it. The connectors can be hard to
connect at first. Don’t be afraid to use some force and some wiggling
until the metal tab clicks into the hole.

-Connect OBD2 plug to CANdi module.

-Connect OBD2 to vehicle.

-You generally don’t need any power adapter, as the unit is powered
through the OBD2 port. If you have grounding issues, you can try the
lighter adapter. I had no issues.

-Turn ignition to ACC or ON (some modules only work when ON, some maybe only with engine running).

-Turn on the Tech 2.

-Unit goes through power on self test.

-CANdi module should have flashing LED to signify it’s working. If
it’s off or lit solid when connected to the car with Tech 2 powered on,
you have a problem.

-Press Enter to get into the menus.

-Go to diagnostics.

-Enter year and make of your car when prompted. Model is “Y” for
Corvette. Might also ask you for transmission or other things depending
on the module you’re trying to diagnose. (It’s really dumb that the unit
doesn’t have an auto-detect function for this based on ECU VIN.)

-Going through the rest of the menus is self explanatory.

-If you get stuck at any point, read the CANdi section at the end of the manual. If you’re still stuck, read the whole manual.

Thanks to Laurance’s collection.