How do you program into the ECU of a car?
Select Program Engine ECU. Choose Query ECU to identify the ECU version fitted to the car. Select Choose ROM File and pick the relevant modified ROM file to program into the ECU. Enter the ROM filename or your unique name for the ROM file in the Comments box so that in future you know exactly which ROM is in the ECU.
Is it possible to read the ROM from an ECU?
The Comment is accessible by any ProECU user but is not viewable using an OBD-II reader/scanner or the factory diagnostic tools. It is possible to read the ROM from the ECU using the Read ROM feature ONLY if the ECU has never previously been reprogrammed using EcuTek software. As this can take quite some time though, you have to be patient.
How can I find out what version of ECU I have?
The ECU software version (ROM filename) is shown in the box below the Query ECU button; in this example it is EU BRZ Manual High (ZA1J700G). Other compatible ROMs are shown below the ECU version box. Click Query ECU to identify the exact ECU version. Before attempting to reprogram the ECU, select Enter Utility Mode to identify the ECU version.
Is it possible to program racerom into ECU?
You can only select a modified ROM file that’s based on the original ECU ROM or is a compatible ECU ROM. It is only possible to program a RaceROM patched file into the ECU or a completely standard ROM provided on EcuTek Update. It is not possible to program a ROM into the ECU if it is not one shown in the Compatible ROM files window.
Where can I find the ECU programming guide?
ECU programming guide. ECU programming is the process of taking a ROM file and placing it into permanent storage inside a vehicle’s engine management ECU.
How to enter program engine ECU in OBD-II?
Ensure the OBD-II vehicle interface is properly connected. Switch the ignition to ON but do not yet start the engine. Choose Detect Vehicle… from the Tools menu, then select Program Engine ECU when the window appears, and click OK. Select Program ENgine ECU to enter programming mode.
The Comment is accessible by any ProECU user but is not viewable using an OBD-II reader/scanner or the factory diagnostic tools. It is possible to read the ROM from the ECU using the Read ROM feature ONLY if the ECU has never previously been reprogrammed using EcuTek software. As this can take quite some time though, you have to be patient.
How to reprogram an ECU to detect a car?
Reprogramming involves taking the following steps, but there may be car-model-related variations so only do the job for real with the specific EcuTek instruction manual alongside you. Connect the vehicle interface cable to the OBD-II connector and turn the ignition switch to ON Open the ProECU software and choose Tools then Detect Vehicle