Bosch Tech 2 User Manual

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j. After making selections, select Next. 
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FIGURE 8-21. Select Diagnostic Tool and Programming Process Screen
FIGURE 8-22. Connect Diagnostic Tool Screen
FIGURE 8-23. Validate Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Screen 

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k. A Calibration Selection screen appears showing the calibration file history for the vehicle/controller 
being serviced. There are explanations of each calibration file. Based on the descriptions, select the 
appropriate file. 
• Vehicles with PCMs display a screen similar to the one shown in Figure 8-25. 
• Vehicles with VCMs display a screen similar to the one shown in Figure 8-26. It contains multiple 
“tabs”—one for each distinct calibration file contained in the VCM....

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d. At the Main Screen, select F1: Service Programming and enter vehicle information as requested by 
the Tech 2. 
e. Select the Program soft key on the Tech 2. 
The Tech 2 displays the message Downloading Calibration File while data is transferred. 
When the transfer is complete, the Tech 2 displays the message Reprogramming Successful. 
f. Press EXIT to exit the program. Turn the vehicle ignition off first, then turn the Tech 2 off and 
disconnect it from the vehicle. 
FIGURE...

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FIGURE 8-27. Incomplete Module Selection Message on Calibration Selection Screen
FIGURE 8-28. Summary Screen
FIGURE 8-29. Transfer Data Screen 

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VERIFYING REPROGRAMMING 
After any kind of control module programming, verify that programming was successful. Turn the ignition 
off, wait at least 30 seconds, then start the vehicle to confirm that reprogramming was successful. If the 
vehicle does not start or starts but runs rough, repeat the SPS procedure. 
Former versions of this manual included Figure 8-31 and Figure 8-32. These features are no longer relevant. 
SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD 
The software download function of TIS...

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PCMCIA Card 
Tech 2 software is stored on a Personal Computer Memory Card Industry Association (PCMCIA) card 
(Figure 3-8 and Figure 3-9). The contents of the card are not distinct applications as is the case with certain 
Tech 1 cartridges. 
All of the applications share a single database of information on the Tech 2s PCMCIA card.
The PCMCIA card is accessed through a door on top of the unit, and should only be removed if instructed by 
the Techline Customer Support Center....

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A Performing the Software Download screen appears (Figure 8-35). It tracks the status of the 
download. 
When the download is complete, a Download Finished screen appears (Figure 8-36). 
8. Select Close to close the application. The scan tool now contains the latest software. 
FIGURE 8-31. Select Diagnostic Tool for Download Screen
FIGURE 8-32. Confirm Software Change Screen 

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Custom Update 
A Custom update is used to backdate the scan tool or install different language software. 
To perform a Custom Tech 2 update: 
1. Connect the scan tool to the terminal using the RS-232 cable (Figure 8-20). 
2. Power up the scan tool using the AC power supply that came with the tool. 
3. At the terminal, start TIS 2000. 
4. From the TIS 2000 main screen, select the Software Download icon (refer to Figure 8-18). 
5. At the Select Diagnostic Tool for Download...

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A Select the Applications screen (Figure 8-37) appears. The left side of the screen lists software release 
numbers. 
7. Select the “+” sign to see a list of different languages for each release (Figure 8-38). 
8. Select the desired software version and language by either double-clicking or highlighting the desired 
language file, then choose Select. 
The selected software appears in the right side of the screen (Figure 8-38). 
9. To compare the current and selected scan tool...

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SNAPSHOT UPLOAD 
The Snapshot Upload function of TIS 2000 provides a means for viewing scan tool snapshot data, as well as 
freeze frame and capture data info on the terminal. This data can be analyzed in a variety of ways to 
determine when and where a fault may have occurred. 
Using the Snapshot display feature involves three steps: 
1. Capture snapshot(s) with the scan tool. 
2. Upload the snapshot(s) to the terminal. 
3. View the snapshot(s) using the TIS 2000 Snapshot...