Hi, guys i was wondering i hear alot of u guys talking about scanning your car with your laptop, im kinda interested in this what all parts or programs do i need to start doing this? and where can i buy these from?

 

What year is your car?

 

1995

 

Laptop

Cable:
http://www.akmcables.com/

Scanning Software:
http://store.efilive.com/overview_obdi.aspx
http://www.andywhittaker.com/
http://www.ttspowersystems.com/diagnostic.htm

 

Also, cable:

www.Mastach.com

Another scanning program:

PCMComm http://www.carputing.com/

Just click on 94-95 lt1 and go to the bottom of the page.

 

thanks guys ordering in process

 

I have just learned the hard way, when you do editing on your comuter..
I have Tuner cat and a 95 LT1, follow these dirrections I received from tuner cat:

1. Make sure there are no other programs running on the PC when you are reading or programming the PCM, including virus protection software, screen savers and power management functions.

2. Make sure you are using a standard serial port that is not being used for anything else. (USB to Serial converters will typically cause problems.

3. If you are using a laptop with an IR interface, disable it.

4. Make sure your car battery is fully charged. Do not attempt to read or program the PCM with a battery charger connected to the battery.

5. Avoid anything that might generate electrical noise such as other cars running nearby or large electrical motors, etc. I've even had reports of laptop battery chargers causing a problem.

6. Make sure you have a good connection to the PC and the ALDL connector.

7. Check the in vehicle ground connections, especially if its an engine swap. A poor ground can cause some strange problems.