[Bagelfast]

Hey guys i got my Bt cable on order, i have downloaded the drivers and software to my computer so it seems ready.


I was reading and it says on the bt cable website that if used incorrectly i can damage my ecu?

What should i be looking for not to do to not damage my ecu?

I just want to clear fault/shadow codes and datalog.

Should i backup my ecu file in some way? is that possible?


Also how do i go about datalogging?

Thanks

[Graystone]

bump

[Alex@AKMotorwerk]

Only way to damage the ECU is if u go and try to change unknown parameters. The software will also warn you if u go into an area where u can damage something. All u need to do check/clear codes is "run full scan" then when it's done click "delete fault codes" and "delete shadow fault codes".

[john boxter]

its really that simple it finds them for you? you dont even have to highlight them or anything?

[Bagelfast]

Thanks.. Yea i am only gonna play with the check and clear codes... Then into some datalogging.

John Boxter, from what i was reading, you cant choose a single code to delete, they must all be deleted if you choose to delete any codes.

[john boxter]

oh thats awesome so its very easy to use huh?

[ianthegreat]

Could some explain the datalogging portion? Specifically, if I want to monitor boost over a 1/4 mile run.

[Bagelfast]

bump.. need more info on Bt cable usage.

[deletedelete]

You cant damage anything if you have any computer experience. Start the program and look on the left side. It shows all the areas of the car. Pick an area, like the engine, and check for fault and shadow fault codes. Check the codes to see what the issues are and delete the appropriate ones. Dont delete codes that are needed if your car has problem.

On the top menu is the logging button. Click it and drive. Do some wots, not just normal driving. Get home, check the logs or post them up here and somebody will tell you if everything is ok. Its real simple. You cant back up the ecu. Just dont change any parameters. Check codes, delete codes, and log only.

[vtec96]

so you are not suppose to change any parameters, including services?
Can you make oil change or any service time earlier?

[deletedelete]

Originally Posted by vtec96

so you are not suppose to change any parameters, including services?
Can you make oil change or any service time earlier?

You can change whatever you want, but you might fudge up your car. And no you cant make the service internal change I dont think. I would definitely NOT recommendation changing warranty stuff like that. Shadow codes and logging should be all your doing imo.