How to Flash an ECU with Enhanced DRB III Emulator?

This is about flashing an ECU using Enhanced DRB III Emulator

Disclaimer:

obdii365.com cannot provide TechTOOLS for you guys.

Just share the way with you all

Pls search TechTOOLS on Google.

1. Open TechTOOLS
2. Search by VIN or YME
3. Select the “DRB III Emulator” checkbox
4. Select the desired flash
5. Select “Download / Update”

1. When the download completes, close the download prompt
2. On the same computer, launch the Enhanced DRB III Emulator from the wiTECH 17.04.27application

1. In DRB III Emulator, Select “7.  Vehicle Flash”

1. Select “Flash Powertrain” or “Flash Non-Powertrain”
2. Select “Start”

1. Address the prompts to progress through the flash process
2. When the flash completes, close the complete prompt.
3. Clear DTCs

If you encounter any error when trying to do a power train flash to a DRBIII vehicle with the DRBIII emulator, delete all files from the Low Folder.

(Some computers might have the folders hidden. To Show hidden files and folders, please follow the steps below)

Windows 10

1. In the search box on the taskbar, type folder, and then select Show hidden files and folders from the search results.
2. Under Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then select OK.

Windows 8.1

1. Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, then select Search (or if you’re using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen, move the mouse pointer down, and then select Search).
2. Type folder in the search box, then select Folder Options from the search results.
3. Select the View tab.
4. Under Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then select OK.

Windows 7

1. Select the Start button, then select Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization.
2. Select Folder Options, then select the View tab.
3. Under Advanced settings, select Show hidden files, folders, and drives, and then select OK.

RESOLUTION

Step 1: Navigate to the following folder:

C:\Users\<User_Account_Name>\AppData\Local\Temp\Low

Step 2: Delete all files in the Low Folder

Step 3: Then launch TechTOOLS and download the flash for the vehicle again

Step 4: Launch the DRBIII Emulator and try the flash again and it should work.

Enjoy!

How to set up DRB III emulator step-by-step?

Here are steps to install DRB3 emulator for Chrysler diagnosis and programming.

DRB III Emulator definition:

DRB III Emulator is the exact scan tool software application used in Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge dealerships to service non-CAN based vehicles from 1998-2007.

Installation Notes:

In order to install the Enhanced DRB III Emulator, you must have the wiTECH Diagnostic Application (wiTECH 1.0) installed as well as all supporting software.

The wiTECH 1.0 can be downloaded and installed on a Windows PC from DealerCONNECT (DealerCONNECT > Service > wiTECH Information (Under the SERVICE TOOLS & EQUIPMENT section) > Legacy Tools > wiTECH Software Installer).

In order to install DRB III Enhanced Emulator you must have a microPod II Device that has Entitlements for the Enhanced version. This is different that those for the wiTECH Diagnostic Application (wiTECH 1.0) or the Original DRB III Emulator. This microPod II Device will only work with the wiTECH Diagnostic Application (wiTECH 1.0) and Enhanced DRB III Emulator.

DRB3 Emulator: Worked with MicroPod 2 or VCI Pod?

MicroPod 2 original: Yes!

wiTech MicroPod 2 clone: Need luck!

VCI Pod original: Yes!

VCI Pod china clone: Yes!

Steps to DRB3 Emulator on Win7/Win10:

1. Connect the microPod II device that will be used with Enhanced DRB III Emulator to a Windows computer that has the wiTECH Diagnostic Application (wiTECH 1.0) either through the USB-microUSB cable or by plugging the microPod II device into a vehicle’s OBDII port and having both the microPod II device and the computer on the same wireless network.

2. Use the following link to add a wireless profile to the microPod II, if not already done: https://kb.fcawitech.com/article/330/how-to-configure-wireless-settings-on-a-micropod-ii-setup-for-enhanced-drb-iii-emulator-832.html

3. Open the wiTECH Diagnostic Application (wiTECH 1.0) and look for the microPod II device in the connection wizard.

4. In the example below, the microPod II device name is “wiTECH 1.0 microPod.” It has been discovered over Wi-Fi and USB.

5. Once the device is found in the connection wizard, click on the name.

6. Clicking on the name will cause the “Launch DRB III Enhanced” button to appear to the left of the “Next” button in the bottom right corner.

7. If the button appears with “Launch DRB III” with no “Enhanced”, you will need to contact the Help Desk to get the Enhanced entitlements added.

8. Click the “Launch DRB III Enhanced” button and accept the EULA that is presented. A warning will be presented indicating that Enhanced DRB III Emulator is not installed. Press “OK” to start the installation process.

9. The wiTECH Diagnostic Application (wiTECH 1.0) will now close and the “Enhanced DRB III Emulator Stub” will begin to install. Follow through any dialog prompts to continue the installation.

10. With the “Enhanced DRB III Emulator Stub” installed, select the check box for “Enhanced DRB III Emulator Application vx.xx.xxxx” and click the “Install” button in the bottom right corner of the window.

11. Follow through any dialog prompts to complete installation. Once installation has completed, open the wiTECH Diagnostic Application and select the microPOD II device using the Connection Wizard. Click the “Launch DRB III Enhanced” to open the Enhanced DRB III Emulator. The emulator will appear as shown below if you are connected to a vehicle.

Note: You must be connected to a vehicle in order to launch the DRB III Enhanced Emulator.

Disclaimer: this instruction is copied for sharing info only, not originated from obdii365.com. It’s your own risk! Good luck!

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Will AppCar FCA Software work on Mircropod 2?

Topic: Can you use AppCar FCA software with Mircropod 2?

What is Appcar DiagFCA:

Appcar DiagFCA is a professional diagnostics & programming software for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM vehicles

The Appcar DiagFCA software allows you:

• Read and erase all DTC Fault codes from all systems available on the vehicle,
• Read identification data from all vehicle systems, such as part numbers and software versions, VIN numbers recorded in each module,
• Show Live Data – current parameters available on each of the systems ,
• Test and control of selected actuators such as valves, relays, lighting and more,
• Programming and configuring some unique features,
• Activation and deactivation of selected vehicle equipment.

What is Mircropod 2:

Mircropod II is the same diagnostic and programming tool the dealerships are using. It replaces your StarMobile, StarScan, and wi-TECH POD, and enables technicians to increase their productivity and provide world-class diagnostic services to users/owners. It offers 100% CAN coverage for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Fiat vehicle

MOPAR MicroPOD II Features:

Support all the latest technologies and vehicle platforms including the latest Chrysler and Fiat Vehicles.

Work as a direct replacement for the wiTECH POD

Work with the current wiTECH software

No smart cables required but PC-based

AppCar FCA Software and Mircropod2:

Because i work with FCA diag software on a daily basis i can share some experience.

There is a standard adopted by most automakers in 2002? So just about any cheap chinese obd tool (if it supports the appropriate communications protocol) can read basic trouble codes populated on the databus. But that’s all.

To dig deeper into other control units, make adjustments and programming you need more sophisticated devices

When talking about OEM tools, then for almost anything up to 2005 (some dodge trucks up to 2007) you need a DRBIII
WiTech DRB Emulator is NOT a 100% replacement for a real DRB Scan tool.
From 2007 up to 2009 you can use StarScan or StarMobile. basically the same device with the same capabilities. The only difference ist that Starscan is a standalone handheld unit with color LCD and Starmobile uses the VCI pod as an interface and needs a PC as a desktop client. Now obsolete, no FCA support nor flash files anymore.
Still both work pretty well in standalone mode, you can do almost anything dealer can, except flashes.

WiTech (or WiTech1) – can use the same communication interface as starmobile did. Or can use the new Micropod. Can work in standalone mode. Supports vehicles up to 2015. Again, can do just about anything the dealer can, including flashes (if you have paid access to techAuthority service). Lot of clones on the market, also same used units from closed dealerships…
BUT!!! You go online and play with FCA and do not have registered micropod or VCI pod it will be rendered locked and useless.

Today state of art is Witech2.
This is online only solution. No standalone software or application. Works with just about any internet browser or operating system (win, apple, unix, linux android…..) Does not work without internet connection.
Uses the same micropod2 bud you need an utility to change firmware. this can be done only once. So if you still plan to use Witech 1, you need another micropod which will be dedicated to Witech2 only.
Then you need a $$$ subscription from FCAWitech. In USA it is also available for an aftermarket shops, in Europe it is a dealer-only option.
Works also with some clones, but it is a hit/miss. Good clones which work run about $500 in the net. Not cheap, but still better than $1800

Regarding the AppCar FCA software – it works. I know who made it and have a multi license version (not single vehicle). can do a lot but not everything.
But in some cases it can go beyond the capabilities of dealer tools.
You can change gear ratios, tyre circumference/size, enable/disable TPMS, program DRL, program voltages for PWM (good for LED headlamps) and a lot of other stuff.

quite long post, but hope someone finds this info useful.

http://blog.obdii365.com/2019/07/03/possible-to-use-appcar-fca-software-with-mircropod-2/