2022/10/24

Micropod2 DRB3 Reset TPMS on 2005 Crossfire SRT6

Just wanted to report the recent successful use of the Micropod 2 clone and DRBIII software that many users have recommended.

I only used this to reset the TPMS to clear the dash light and recognize four new Schrader 20028 sensors on my 2005 Crossfire SRT6.

I would like to thank obdii365.com regarding the specifics of what to buy and how to get it to work.

The steps to do the TPMS reset is very helpful

http://blog.obdii365.com/2021/02/19/2007-chrysler-crossfire-tpms-relearn-using-drb3-and-micropod-2/

For reference I did not have to modify my Micropod, and I used a doughnut magnet to trigger the sensors as prompted, so I did not need a separate scanning tool. I purchased my Micropod from the OBDII365.com website per the link that many have recommended. (It did come with all software needed, for $135.) I also followed the posted instructions regarding recommended computer and procedure to load the software. I would have never figured this out on my own.

I am located in the southern Va. if anyone in the area may want help in resetting their TPMS light after installing new sensors. We’ll give it a try.

2022/08/28

wiTech Micropod2 Cannot to Register Mopar?

Problem:

I want to register witech micropod2 clone diagnostic scanner on Mopar.com. It won’t accept the serial number and reported an error ‘unable to register device’.

Any solution?

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wiTech Micropod2 Cannot to Register Mopar 2

Solution:

Chrysler tech authority for subscriptions use to work fine with clone micro-pod2 for programming with witech1 17.04 . Now Chrysler has changed from the normal site to now mopartsp.com that wants any obd tool registered and warning wiTECH 2.0 requires Mopar’s 2017 secure microPod II (WSP-31560 or above). The device you attempted to register to your account does not meet this criteria.

Ever since witech/tech authority moved to MoparTSP, micropod clones don’t work for ECU programming. This is down to all clones sharing the same serial number meaning you cannot get around the device registration.  The process to register and configure the software is difficult if you are not in USA.

There is a limited range of approved devices, any other legit J2534 devices might work, might not.

With cda6 offline its one option to do ecu programming.

 

http://blog.obdii365.com/2022/08/22/use-cda-6-14-with-witech-micropod-2/

2022/08/22

How to Make CDA6 Work with Micropod 2 Clone?

Possible to use CDA 6.13/6.14 with WITECH VCI POD or MicroPod 2 clone?

Make CDA6 Work with Micropod 2 Clone 0

CDA5 has been tested and verified working with both VCI Pod clone and Microped 2, works for basic stuff, like to change VINs, read/reset DTCs, unlock PCMs (at least a 2004 to level 3), etc.

How about newer CDA 6.13, 6.14 and 6.7?

It is a Yes. CDA 6 works with clone Micropod ii.

CDA6 is working only offline. This cannot be used to access any ‘online’ features. You can’t update online or automatic, need to get and select the correct flash file for the module first, but you can flash all modules with CDA6 and make many configurations, adjusts and modifications.

 

Support vehicles: Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Fiat
Works well with years till 2022

 

How to modify micropod2 clone with CDA6?

Micropod firmware downgrade is required. You can find Micropod2 firmware Downgrade Utility & SN changer tool on google.

Use the Micropod 2 software utility tool to downgrade a micropod 2 and changed the serial number, the micropod 2 works great with both CDA 6.14 and 6.7.

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Make CDA6 Work with Micropod 2 Clone 2

A note about the firmware utility.
People have a tested and verified a downgrade path from witech 2.0 to witech 1.0.
People have also extensively tested downgrading firmware versions of witech 1.0 to earlier versions of witech 1.0.
People have verified which firmware versions are needed for CDA 6.7 and CDA 6.13.

2022/06/01

How to Fix Micropod 2 Clone to Scan All Models with DRB3?

Finally works! I can confirm that the wiTech Micrpod2 clone off obdii365.com does work with the DRB3 emulator for a 2003 Dodge Ram Cummins. I am able to access all the control module ECM Cluster Airbag ABS FCM… It was not easy. I had to add some welding on the electronic board of the Micropod. I follow this guide.

 

The guide was shared by a user from jeepforum.com.

 

Why need to fix the micrpod2 clone?

I bought a Micropod 2 clone and it works, but only can communicate with PCM (2002 Jeep WJ Overland 4.7L HO). When I try the other modules I get an error. There are still a lot of useful function just in the PCM. I have tried various combinations of witech and DRB emulator versions. Tried on XP and win7. No matter what still can only read PCM.

A friend of mine tried the same exact Micropod 2 clone with the DRB3 emulator program, but the result is the same as me, only access the engine, no transmission and no other modules.

 

Experiments:

I confirmed that the Micropod 2 clone uses SCI to communicate with the PCM and not PCI. I did this by removing my Pin 2 wire from the DLC connector then attaching Micropod and was able to read the PCM. Again still no other modules.

I measured pin 2 of the device and saw a steady ~4.8V on an O-scope. Checking other devices that use PCI to comm this should be low ~0V except when communicating. I’m not even 100% sure the Micropod uses PCI communication but considering the other modules only have PCI wires going to them, seems to be the issue. I have read tho that sometimes there is a gateway between the buses which would likely be in the PCM.

I am considering tinkering with my device to see if I can get PCI communication working.

 

Result:

I was able to figure out the issue and get my Micropod 2 clone reading all modules! But I ruined my device in the process of figuring it out. I found the issue right after I accidentally touched some pins together causing the device to constantly reset. So I wasn’t able to try the fix out unless I bought another device and applied the fix I found. I was highly confident that the issue I found, once resolved would allow for communication with the other modules. So I bought another device, tested it first to make sure it worked and acted the same as the other one. Sure enough, could access only PCM. I applied my fix and Voila! was able to access all modules.

So the issue with the device is that PCI communication does not work. SCI still works so it can communicate with the PCM only. I found a bad trace on the board causing one of the IC to not have a ground. This left the output floating at around 4.8V . Once I fixed the trace issue and the IC had it’s ground, pin 2 for PCI comm stayed at 0, unless there was communication happening.

 

Procedure: 

It is a little tricky, definitely needs a very fine point solder iron. I also used a solder station with varying temp so I didn’t overheat the trace. Also very important to use a ground strap, this is part of the reason I fried my first one. But mostly using T-pins to probe the board while it was powered on Like I mentioned before, the issue is the IC with marking 65 TI MAP doesn’t have it’s ground. The trace between the via and the pin is bad.

What I did was use an Exacto knife to scrape the coating off the top of the via, and very carefully make a solder bridge from the pin to the via. I considered using a very fine piece of wire as a trace but if you have ever tried it, you would prob know why I decided not to. I made sure the IC pin had ground but wasn’t accidentally shorted to the pin next to it. Also, make sure it’s not shorted to R32 which is very close by. I figured this out partly because there is another IC with marking 65 TI MAP on the inside of the board and it had ground at the same pin. To be clear, the IC with ground issue is on same board side as the ARM chip as seen in photos. You DO NOT need to separate the boards to fix it. And that’s it, when this IC has it’s ground the output won’t be floating high and the comm signal can be read by ARM chip.

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The pin of the 65 TI was supposed to touch the ground on the PCB but it doesn’t. I’ve made this image to compare the wrong (original) and the correct cutout:

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I just played around with the micropod ii for a bit, accessing all the modules and seeing what functions are available. Some of the features I found useful were:

ABS bleed brakes – has you push the brake pedal and release a few times. then sounds like it vents out. so cool! I bled my brakes manually awhile back after rebuilding all the calipers but was never able to do this function.

Memory Seat Module – had a re-calibrate seat option and it drove all the motors to end of travel. I recently took my seat tracks apart so definitely needed to do this!

MIC (instrument panel) – drove all gauges to different values to make sure they are calibrated correctly. actually looked like my fuel and voltage were off a little.

and of course it can program key fobs (PDM) and keys (SKIM). It was really cool to see DTC stored in modules that you would never see otherwise. You can actuate almost every motor, relay, solenoid.

 

Related reading:

How to install DBR III for Micropod II on Windows 7?

Micropod II + wiTech + DRBIII

2022/05/12

How to Download Fiat wiTech Plus for Micropod2?

Question: Does anyone have Fiat witech plus software free download for use with the micropod? Because the witech micropod 2 clone only does Chrysler, cannot scan Fiat.

 

Fiat uses wiTech, which is the official diagnostic scan tool for Fiat Group, replacing the dated Examiner Smart HD. The wiTECH has been developed in conjunction with Chrysler to offer cutting edge diagnostics and reprogramming for the Fiat Group, including;

  • Fiat
  • Lancia
  • Alfa Romeo
  • Fiat Professional
  • Abarth

The micropod is what the fiat dealers would use, it does firmware updates to all components on the canbus network – modified clones have been created with the witech software offline which would perform all functionality of diagnostics with the exception of updates.

Witech plus will do much more than the cheap multiecuscan app.

 

You can find free resources on google, but the safest way is to get the hard drive if using the micropod ii clone.

https://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/witech-plus-fiat-software-for-micropod-ii.html

The Fiat wiTech Plus hard drive contains:

  • witech plus software V17.04.27 for Fiat Lancia Alfa
  • witech v17.04.27 for Chrysler Dodge Jeep vehicles CD format (you can also download Chrysler wiTech for free)

wiTech Plus function list:

  • Automatic VIN and ECU recognition
  • DTC reading and removal – including full break down and meaning of the codes
  • Complete list of live data streaming for all main ECU’s
  • Recordable / playback of live data
  • Module programming
  • ECU re-flash
  • And numerous other dealer only functions

 

Multi-Languages supported: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean and Chinese

Operating System: Windows 7

 

Fiat WiTech Plus software display:

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Fiat WiTech Plus software display 2

Fiat WiTech Plus software display 3

Fiat WiTech Plus software display 4

Fiat WiTech Plus software display 5