Software to test with: wiTech and DRB3
software
Cars to test: 1997-2018 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Fiat
Functions to test: basic diagnostics,
key programming, reflash programming, module flashing, ABS bleeding
Test reports from users: (thanks for all the
input)
2018 Jeep Wrangler:
FOBIK
key programming done!
Car: 2018 JEEP WRANGLER 3.5L V6
24V WT ENGINE UPG I W/ESS
2016
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Fiat:
100% CAN – equipped coverage to
2016 for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Fiat vehicle
Provide
basic OBDII diagnosis
Have
access to module for Re-Flash Programming, TSBs, wiring diagrams, and repair
information.
Btw,
wiTech ii supports chrysler and Fiat online programming, but the package from
the vendor comes without fiat software;
i have my own micro pod 2 fiat software so that i can installation and
programming. )
2015 Grand Cherokee:
Grand
Cherokee 2015 RFHUB modify CRC and VIN
It’s
really simple with micropod in offline mode . Just replace it .... and restor
vehicle config.
The 2015 Chrysler 200, along with
other Fiat-based models like the Jeep Renegade, Jeep Cherokee, and Ram
Promaster, are all equipped with a rolling PIN Code.
Managed to program fobik with
wiTECH app, when the 200 lost all keys
2015 RAM:
I
traded in my 2015 RAM for a 2017 and confirmed that the wmicropod clone works
with wiTech 17.04 patch level 11 works on my 2017 RAM.
I've
heard rumblings that they changed things for the 2018 MY - doubt they will
work.
2015 WK 3.6L and 2015 DS 5.7L:
I
connected it to my 2015 DS and my wife's 2015 WK with no issues. I disabled the
side view mirror tilt in reverse on her WK (only thing she didn't like about
it) and she was thrilled. There are functions to bleed ABS, program tire sizes,
etc. There are literally hundreds of sensor readings, dozens of tests,
actuators and misc functions that you can perform that seem to be very vehicle
specific - which you would expect. Every switch/gadget in the vehicle seems to
have a corresponding sensor reading of some kind in the software. The only odd
behavior I saw was when I connected to the ABS computer of my DS... the EVIC
freaked out and started screaming to service the ABS. Maybe that is a safety
feature of some kind so folks don't go driving while messing with the ABS
computer? Powering the vehicle off and on again made the ABS warning go away. I
could not find any "PROXI alignment" functions - maybe they don't
apply to my vehicles?
2014
dodge avenger:
One vehicle i tested
with: a 2014 dodge avenger …. just fine.
was able to flash a
module update and program a new key with the unit.
try the emulator on:
DRB III emulator confirmed working.
2010 Charger:
I tested it on a 2010 Charger
under witech and works flawlessly
2006 Jeep Liberty:
2006
Jeep Liberty CRD Limited 4X4
I ordered a witech micropod2 clone with drb3
functionality.
MicroPod II comes with version 17.04.27 software, drb3 support is not installed
automatically but can still be found after install. Says it’s good for offline
use only, but that should be enough to mess with the TPMS.
All modules except the BCM and ABS computer are still compatible with the
DRBIII on the 06’s.
This is a working offline Witech. I just got it connected
successfully. Software V17.04.27 was installed on a Windows 7 laptop no
problem. It did successfully populate the VIN and can read the ECU.
2004 Dodge:
got a 2004 Dodge pickup and under
the emulator worked perfectly.
2003 PT
Cruiser:
Basically no other modules other
than the Engine, work. I cannot connect to the transmission, ABS, VTSS, SKIM,
radio, cluster, etc. But everything in the engine module can be tested,
actuated, etc.
Luckily for me, I really only needed the DRBIII to write the Pinion factor for
manual transmissions, which is conveniently in the ‘engine’ part which works.
Maybe I really need to invest in an older VCI pod so
that everything else works.
Chrysler
after 2003:
Micropod 2 with wiTECH only works
for Chrysler made after the year 2003
old Chysler 1997
– 2004 (2005):
Micropod 2 work well with DRBIII
emulator for old Chysler the year 1997 – 2004 (2005)
Good to
know: When to use DRB3 & when to use wiTech?
The DRB3 emulator is part of
Chrysler’s Witech software. The Witech software supports two different
pass-through devices, The VCI pod which is sold with the Witech system and the
Chrysler Starmobile. The DRB3 emulator is a convenience item for dealerships to
allow the use of their current witech scan-tool on older non CAN bus vehicles.
It is not by any means a cost saving option.
Attachment: Micropod 2 DRB 3 Emulator Car List:
DRB
3 supports Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge dealerships to service non-CAN based
vehicles from 1998-2007
Images: cloned Micropod
2 full kit
