Introduction
The legislation aims to allow the Independent Operator to utilise generic pass-through devices that meet both the ISO 22900 and SAE J2534-2 standards. It does not allow the vehicle manufacturer to recommend vehicle communication interface devices. Device vendors can request the vehicle manufacturer to trial their device against the vehicle manufacturer's software and vehicle manufacturer's vehicles.
McLaren J2534 Flash Programming
McLaren has created an application to enable Independent Operators to perform pass-through flash programming of supported control modules utilising a Windows compatible PC or laptop and J2534 pass-through device. The installation package is downloaded from this website and requires the Independent Operator to hold a valid subscription and an internet connection throughout the process. A list of validated J2534 pass-through devices are detailed below.
Validated J2534 Pass-through Devices
The list below contains those VCI's (Vehicle Communication Interfaces) and associated firmware releases that have been shown to work with the McLaren J2534 Flash Programming & Security application (the "VCI List"). In no way does this VCI List represent a recommendation by McLaren or any of its affiliates.
| Device Name | Manufacturer | DLL Version * | Firmware Version* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CarDAQ Plus 2 | Drew Technologies Inc. | 1.2.10.0 | 0.0.1.19 |
| Pass Thru+ XS 2G | I+ME Actia GmbH | 2.8.1.23 | 02.08d |
*DLL and firmware versions may be superseded by the device manufacturer. Contact the manufacturer if you are unable to find the version listed above.
The information in this VCI List, which does not claim to be comprehensive, has been provided by McLaren and has not been independently verified. While this information has been prepared in good faith, no representation or warranty, express or implied, is or will be made and no responsibility or liability is or will be accepted by McLaren or by any of McLaren's respective officers, employees or agents in relation to the accuracy or completeness of this information or any other written or oral information made available to any recipient or its advisers and any such liability is expressly disclaimed. No information set out or referred to in this VCI List shall form the basis of any contract. This VCI List is provided for information only and on the express understanding that it shall only be used for the purpose set out in this notice. McLaren gives no undertaking to provide the recipient with access to any additional information or to update this VCI List, or to correct any inaccuracies in it which may become apparent, and it reserves the right, without giving reasons, at any time and in any respect, to amend or remove information from this VCI List. This VCI List shall not exclude any liability for, or remedy in respect of, fraudulent misrepresentation.
System Requirements for McLaren J2534 Flash Programming & Security
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Windows-compatible PC or laptop with at least a 1 GHz processor
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At least 2 GB RAM
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At least 1GB of available hard disk space
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Operating system: Windows® XP Professional (SP 3) or Windows 7 (SP 1)
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Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher
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At least 1 USB 2.0 port
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At least 1 LAN port
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An ISDN or faster Internet connection
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Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5
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Adobe Acrobat Reader
Important Information for System Usage
Please note, after flash programming an ECU it may be necessary to use security routines to start the vehicle
A continuous online internet connection is necessary to be able to carry out diagnostics, view technical literature and to use the Flash Programming application as data will be retrieved during each session only after the authorization to access system data has been confirmed and the access subscription data have been verified online.