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how to flash a stock tune to a autocal

by Clement Jakubowski Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Flashing to your original stock tune is the same thing as removing the current tune from your car. Copy the stock file to your AutoCal, connect to your car, and flash it in. Make sure you have your tuned file saved somewhere too, sounds like you do already but this is your last chance to read it out before it's replaced with the stock tune.

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Go ahead and turn the key on. And then press the down arrow and go until you see read one then clickMoreGo ahead and turn the key on. And then press the down arrow and go until you see read one then click OK once you click OK it's going to read your stock file out.

Full Answer

How do I use efilive V8 scan and tune with AutoCal V3?

After copying the required BBX configuration and tune files to AutoCal V3, copy a tune files from AutoCal V3 back to the PC and open the tune file in EFILive V8 Scan and Tune.to confirm AutoCal is functional and configured for use. AutoCal V3 User Guide [email protected]

What happens when AutoCal is unlinked from the original flashscan?

Once AutoCal is unlinked, all tune files that were created by the original tuner with the original FlashScan can no longer be flashed by the AutoCal device. Tuners should implement a process to ensure the end user’s stock file is converted from the original FlashScan to the new FlashScan.

Can I use AutoCal to create tunes?

AutoCal cannot be used to create or change tune files. Tunes from multiple sources can be flashed with FlashScan, however AutoCal is limited to flashing tunes provided by a single tuner. A FlashScan Device is Required FlashScan is required to create tunes for an AutoCal device. AutoCal devices cannot create tunes.

What software and firmware do I need to install for AutoCal?

EFILive V8 Scan and Tune application must be installed for file management. For AutoCal to be functional, the software and firmware used with your AutoCal will need to be compatible the software and firmware used with your tuner’s FlashScan device. AutoCal users should only update software and firmware at their tuners specific request.

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How do I flash tunes to AutoCal?

0:042:29Flashing Tunes Onto Your Truck With Autocal / Flashscan - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipFirst thing we're gonna do is plug in our obd2 cable to the top of our Spade. Then we're gonna plugMoreFirst thing we're gonna do is plug in our obd2 cable to the top of our Spade. Then we're gonna plug our obd2 cable into the obd2 port on the truck.

Can you tune with AutoCal?

AutoCal cannot be used to create, edit or save tune files.

How do I load music to AutoCal?

0:043:51Loading Tunes On EFI Live Autocal / Flashscan - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipDone from there it's pretty simple the first thing we're going to do is plug in our auto cal to theMoreDone from there it's pretty simple the first thing we're going to do is plug in our auto cal to the computer. So there's just a little device cable on the top. This will power up the screen.

How do I put the stock tune back on my EFILive?

Use the EFI Live explorer to copy your stock tune file from the "read" file in the program to your desktop. E-mail this file it to your tuner so they can re-save the stock file you took off your truck into a flash tune file. This new tune file will be a stock file that you can now flash to the truck.

How many tunes can an AutoCal hold?

For many tuners who use AutoCal to provide tunes for their customers' personal vehicles, one VIN slot is plenty. For those remaining tuners where 8 VIN licenses is not enough, EFILive is pleased to announce an increase in AutoCal's license capacity from 8 to 221, to match the existing limit in FlashScan devices.

What is the difference between FlashScan and AutoCal?

AutoCal is limited to flashing tunes provided by a single tuner. FlashScan is required to create tunes for an AutoCal device. AutoCal devices cannot create tunes.

How do I get music on AutoCal V3?

To place tune files from your PC onto AutoCal;Connect AutoCal V3 to your PC.On AutoCal V3 navigate to Options -> File System -> USB Thumb Drive.Using Windows Explorer, locate the files you wish to copy on your PC and copy or drag the files into the correct folder on your AutoCal V3.

How do I update my AutoCal firmware?

Click the [Check Firmware] button at the top of the window. Boot Block and Firmware versions, along with Configuration files are displayed. If a firmware update is available then the [Update Firmware] button will be visible. You should click that button to update the firmware in the connected device.

How do you use the EFILive on AutoCal V3 Cummins?

2:069:57Cummins 6.7 EFI Live V3 Autocal + CSP5 Installation InstructionsYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOkay so first thing you're going to want to do is turn your ignition to the run position. And thenMoreOkay so first thing you're going to want to do is turn your ignition to the run position. And then once you get to the main screen of your device you're going to want to slide over to the tuning.

How do I update my EFI Live autocal?

Click the [Check Firmware] button. Boot Block and Firmware versions, along with Configuration files are displayed. If a boot block update is available then the [Update Boot Block] button will be visible. You should click that button to update the firmware in the connected device.

What is EFI Live autocal?

EFILive's AutoCal device is intended to provide a convenient platform for professional tuners to distribute custom tunes to their customers. And for their customers to collect and submit logged data back to the tuner for analysis.

What is V3 autocal?

The EFILive V3 Autocal is a scan tool for GM and Cummins vehicles. It also supports module flashing. Tuning is not included. This is only a scan tool used for diagnostic purposes.

How to use AutoCal V3?

Use AutoCal V3 as a USB Thumb Drive to move/copy files to/from AutoCal V3. Use windows explorer to manage the files and folders. To ensure data integrity, eject the thumb drive from Windows Explorer before disconnecting the device.

What is AutoCal folder?

The AutoCal folder structure is designed to accommodate different groups of files. The menu options you select on your keypad will reference files in these specific folder locations. The function of each folder is described below:

What is the menu structure in AutoCal V3?

AutoCal V3 supports two menu structures; the EFILive standard menu and the user defined menu. Where a used defined menu is not installed, the EFILive standard menu will be displayed.

What is a quick setup?

The Quick Setup is the quickest and easiest way to program all files required to make AutoCal functional. The data that is copied into the quick setup file includes:

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