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How to replace a faulty fuel flap actuator in Mercedes Benz

The new style fuel flap actuator in Mercedes-Benz vehicles is not very well made. Over time, water and moisture seep in, corroding the motor and causing it to fail.

In the photo below, you will see a failed fuel flap actuator that was corroded due to water and moisture ingress.




If you experience any issues with the fuel flap opening, it’s advisable to replace the fuel flap actuator immediately. Otherwise, you’ll need to remove some boot trimmings to access the emergency fuel flap button from inside the vehicle if the actuator becomes completely unresponsive. A replacement part number is A0008205003, and you can purchase it from Mercedes or an aftermarket supplier on Amazon.
The manual emergency fuel flap release button is located on the bottom of the fuel flap actuator.




If the fuel flap actuator isn’t working, remove the boot trimmings on the side of the vehicle with the fuel flap. Then push your hand up through the opening and feel for the rubber pad at the bottom of the actuator. Press it to open the fuel flap manually.




Use a flathead screwdriver or a pry tool to pry the fuel flap actuator clip, then replace the fuel flap actuator.

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How To Fix a Blurry Augmented Reality Navigation Camera in Mercedes Benz

The augmented reality navigation camera in many Mercedes-Benz vehicles often becomes blurry after a few years.
This is because the lens coating crystallises from constant direct sunlight and heat.



Here are three options for repairing this issue:
Take your vehicle to a Mercedes main dealer for a camera replacement, which will be expensive.
Buy the part from Mercedes or eBay and replace it yourself. You’ll need to programme the new camera using Mercedes diagnostic software.
Buy the part from Mercedes or eBay and replace the faulty lens. This option doesn’t require Mercedes diagnostic programming.

In the photo below, you will see the lens coating crystallises due to constant direct sunlight and heat, causing the camera to display a blurry image.



In this article, I demonstrate option 3: purchasing a used augmented reality navigation camera from eBay for £15 and swapping the faulty lens.
Use a pry tool to pry off the windshield cover, insert the plastic pry tool at the top and pull towards you.



Remove the camera.



Use a file, a saw or a Dremel 8240 Cordless Rotary Tool with a Dremel 690 EZ SpeedClic Cutting Wheel to cut a slit in both camera lenses as shown in the photo below.
Then unscrew the lenses and swap them over. The reason you need to make the cut is that the lens is screwed on and then glued, which makes it very difficult to unscrew without the cut.



Swap over the lens and reinstall the camera into the vehicle.





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GM Vehicle Modules Schematics And PinOuts Section

I've added a new database to the website for wiring diagrams, pinouts and schematic PDF files for some GM vehicle modules. Over time, I'll update the content as needed.
The schematic section can be found in the top header menu bar under "GM CARS INFO & SERVICES" GM Schematics.
Note: The wiring diagrams, pinouts, and schematic files are only visible to +Contributor members. To know more CLICK-HERE.



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CameraLoops Now Has Its Own UK Vehicle Registration Number to VIN Lookup Tool

In September 2023, I published an article outlining a clever little trick to generate the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for a UK Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) using a third-party website, for free. Unfortunately, the third-party website owner discovered the trick and resolved the issue. As a result, I have now implemented a UK VRN-to-VIN lookup tool directly on this website.
Knowing the VINs of different GM vehicles is essential for gathering calibration files for GM vehicles with varying specifications and activating module features. It's also useful for checking RPO codes and vehicle options through the GM Techline Connect Service when purchasing a used vehicle. You can find various VINs by using websites like ebay.co.uk and autotrader.co.uk to collect vehicle registration numbers, convert those VRNs into VINs, and then utilise those VINs with the GM Techline Connect SPS service to download calibration files or check RPO code specifications.
The UK VRN-to-VIN lookup tool is available for FREE to all CameraLoops +Contributor Members at no additional cost. You can access the UK VRN-to-VIN lookup tool link in the top header menu bar under the "Tools & Games" menu, as well as in the website's footer under "Quick Links."
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How to Fix the High-Pressure Beeping Issue with the AirSep VisionAire 5 Oxygen Concentrator

When I need to buy expensive mechanical or electrical tools, I often check for faulty units available for sale that I can repair, which helps me save a significant amount of money. Recently, I needed an oxygen generator for my jewellery soldering system, as purchasing compressed Oxygen in cylinders is quite costly. I bought a faulty AirSep VisionAire 5 oxygen concentrator for £50, which retails for around £1,000 new.
The issue with this unit was that it would shut off after five minutes of use and emit a series of four beeps, indicating a high-pressure fault. After conducting some research online, I discovered that over thirty other people had encountered the same problem, and no one had provided a solution.
Upon inspecting the unit, I identified the problem and found a solution, which I now share with those looking for a quick fix for the high-pressure beeping issue in these units.
Check out my video, which demonstrates the issue and provides a quick-fix solution.
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How to add Wireless Apple CarPlay to the GM HMI 2.5 Module

In 2021, I purchased a USB adapter named Carlinkit to enable wireless Apple CarPlay in my car. At that time, it was the only device available on the market for Vauxhall vehicles that supported this feature. Unfortunately, that device did not function properly. I found it inconvenient to plug my phone into the car via USB cable every time I wanted to use Apple CarPlay, so I reverted back to using the car's built-in Bluetooth feature for my phone.
This week, I noticed several wireless Apple CarPlay adapters on Amazon, so I decided to buy two different brands at varying prices to test them out.
Both adapters work exceptionally well with the GM HMI 2.5 system. They connect to my iPhone within four to five seconds after the radio boots up. One of the best features is that my music resumes playing where it left off when I exited the car. Despite the two adapters differences, they share the same Bluetooth name: "Smartbox-XXXX." I suspect these adapters are clones of existing or open-source software created in China. I could only test them with Apple CarPlay, as I do not have an Android phone. Out of the two adapters, I prefer the Aieloar Wireless CarPlay Adapter.
If you're looking for wireless Apple CarPlay for your HMI 2.5 vehicle, I highly recommend checking out these adapters. You won't regret it!
Note: Your vehicle must already have a functioning wired Apple CarPlay feature for these adapters to work.


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Aieloar Wireless CarPlay Adapter. I paid £25.59



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LAMTTO RC21 Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto Wireless Adapter. I paid £13.59. The price is now £19.99




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Tip: To activate Siri voice control, press and hold down the voice/talk button on the steering wheel for a few seconds until you hear a chime.

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Hacking The GM Harman INFO3, INFO3.6 CSM Radio

I've already successfully hacked this GM Harman INFO CSM radios and created a DPS VIN change file, which can be used to unlock and remove the Theft Lock from these radios.
The DPS VIN change file can be found at this link.
My next goal is to explore this radio further to identify additional hacking opportunities.
Sometimes, locating connectors for the modules can be difficult, so I purchase modules from sellers who cut the connector wires and include them with the module purchase. This allows me to acquire some connector cables without purchasing the wiring harness.
This article is a placeholder for future findings and experiments.















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List Your Services On CameraLoops For Free

Over the past four years, the CameraLoops network has evolved from a single individual pursuing personal projects and sharing knowledge with others into a thriving community of over four thousand members. While this number may seem small compared to other platforms, our achievements and goals focus on a niche few are willing to pursue.
The CameraLoops website now receives thousands of visits from all over the world each month. Our main goal is to offer DIY knowledge and services. Additionally, some members prefer to hire someone else to handle these tasks. To accommodate this, I have added a member services listing directory to the website, where CameraLoops members can showcase, advertise, and promote their crafts and services.

Some of the available categories include:
GM features activation/deactivation
GM Remote online programming services
GM Remote ECM and TCM unlocks
GM Remote ECM and TCM tuning
GM remote diagnosing and troubleshooting
Local auto mechanic workshop services
These are just a few categories. Let me know if you have any other categories in mind, and I will add them to the services directory.

There are only two terms and conditions for service submission:
You must be a trustworthy individual who treats others as you wish to be treated.
Your services must not conflict with the files and services already offered on the website.

The services listing directory is available FREE to all CameraLoops +Contributor members at no extra cost.
Don't hesitate to list your services and gain more exposure!

The services listing directory button is located in the top menu.



Demo services listing
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CameraLoops.ru now offers both Dark and Light modes

CameraLoops.ru now offers both Dark and Light modes and various new improvements. Hackers like dark mode😇. The dark and light mode toggle switches are at the page's top right or bottom left. The website will also automatically set dark or light mode according to your PC system's appearance settings.










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The future

I think I'm going to start doing more in-depth writing about myself and my perception of this world, as there are many people out there who are interested in what I have to say and what I have to offer. I'm very good at writing. Furthermore, I'm very good at all things except roller skating. That's the only thing I've ever tried, and I couldn't get the hang of it the first time. A person cannot become the best singer without having songs for people to listen. I shall start building my literature archive and publish it on my social media accounts and my websites.

If only it were that easy to leave my protected comfort zone. Every now and again, I have to activate the vicious Lion that resides in me, roar, go crazy bad and ruff, biting heads off and destroying things that are out to destroy and hurt me. Then, when the coast is clear, I return to my protective comfort zone where I can frolic all day long, being silly, funny and enjoying the very basics of life that I enjoy doing, just like a playful baby lion's cub. Yeah, that's me. To the ones who told me I would never become a teacher. Well, I have sad news for you. I am a teacher now. And a very good one. I now have over four thousand intelligent, eager-to-learn students on my website, where I teach how to do sophisticated hacking. Hacking General Motors vehicle electronics😄.

But Yeah. I shall start publishing more in-depth writing about myself.
#Art
 

 
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GM Denso Radio 23180744, Unlock Theft Lock Removal with GM DPS

This GM DPS file can remove the theft lock from the GM Denso Radio, Part number: 23180744, as shown in the images below. This radio module is from the 2012-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe and Silverado vehicle models.
This is an excellent option for those who want to replace a faulty radio in their vehicle by recycling a used radio module from a scrap yard or eBay.
 
You can purchase the Denso radio GM DPS unlock file from the link below.
 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
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General Motors Global-B is now Hacked

It is now possible to change the VIN and program General Motors Global-B UDS VIP 12-byte seed security electronic modules using the GM DPS tool. This is an excellent option for those who want to replace a faulty GM Global-B module in their vehicle by recycling a used module purchased from a scrap yard or eBay. More info to follow later.
In the video below, I demonstrate changing the VIN in a GM Global-B BCM module from a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado using a GM DPS file I created.
 

 
 
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GM Panasonic Radio Model: GA-130-COLR-NT and GA-130-COLR-NS, Theft Lock Removal, radio Unlock GM DPS

This GM DPS file can remove the theft lock from the Panasonic radio modules GA-130-COLR-NT and GA-130-COLR-NS, as shown in the images below. 
This is an excellent option for those who want to replace a faulty radio in their vehicle by recycling a used radio module from a scrap yard or eBay.
The file can be purchased from the web link below.
 
 



 
 



 

 

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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GM Panasonic Radio theft lock removal, Chevrolet Cruze, Orlando, Cobalt, Radio Unlock with GM DPS

This GM DPS file can be used to remove the theft lock from the Panasonic radio module in the Chevrolet Cruze, Orlando, and Cobalt, as shown in the images below. 
This is an excellent option for those who want to replace a faulty radio in their vehicle by recycling a used radio module from a scrap yard or eBay.
The file can be purchased from the web link below.
 
 


 
 

 
 

 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
 

 
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General Motors Is Selling Drivers Data To Insurers

The CameraLoops.ru ends justifies the means.
 
General Motors is stealing driver's data and selling it without their knowledge and permission for a large profit. Isn't that illegally infringing on people’s privacy on a mass scale worldwide¿ The same "Crooked" General Motors is trying its best to remove this website CameraLoops.ru from the internet because here we discuss, share, and provide information to the world on how to repair, modify and recycle General Motors vehicle electronic parts.
 
Those who bought the data allegedly collected by General Motors were able to see if drivers drove or braked too fast, steered too sharply into turns or drove late at night, a lawsuit brought by the state of Texas claims. General Motors is being accused of collecting data about the "bad" habits of drivers and selling it on to insurers. The state of Texas is suing the car company over the allegations, claiming it installed technology on more than 14 million vehicles to collect data about drivers. The lawsuit alleges GM - which manufactures brands including Chevrolet, Cadillac and Buick - sold the data to insurers and other companies without drivers' consent. The data was allegedly used to create "driving scores" to determine whether more than 1.8 million Texas drivers engaged in "bad" habits such as driving or braking too fast, steering too sharply into turns, not using seatbelts, and driving late at night. The data-collecting technology, collected by the company's OnStar diagnostics system, was allegedly installed on most GM vehicles starting with the 2015 model year. It is not clear whether the data was used to increase insurance premiums.
 
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said the information had emerged during a probe into whether several carmakers collected and sold mass amounts of data without the knowledge of drivers. "Companies are using invasive technology to violate the rights of our citizens in unthinkable ways," he said in a statement. "Our investigation revealed that General Motors has engaged in egregious business practices that violated Texans' privacy and broke the law. We will hold them accountable."
The lawsuit is now seeking the destruction of improperly collected data, compensation for drivers, a civil fine and other remedies. GM did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
I hope all 50 states in the USA and everyone affected worldwide sue the Crooked General Motors Company.
If you are a USA citizen and you suspect your privacy was violated by General Motors, click this Web-Link for information on how you can be apart of the class action lawsuit against General Motors. General Motors must pay for their crooked actions.
The full news article can be read at this web link.
 
 
To General Motors:  We know you are on here, and we know you are one of our biggest fans 😊. Your PUNY tricks and feeble methods will never remove the CameraLoops network from the internet. Here, we discuss, share, and provide information to the world on how to repair, modify, and recycle General Motors vehicle electronic parts. Yes, the information we provide to the public is embarrassing for you, as it highlights your extensive vulnerabilities and the PUNY electronic device security used in the vehicles you manufacture. We are free and allowed to connect a diagnostic interface to the vehicles we own, use a PC to hack into any module we choose, and then share the knowledge if we see fit. There are no governing laws nor any signed agreements with you that prohibit us from doing so. You were able to use your tricks to seize the CameraLoops.com domain. Now, let us see you use your tricks to seize the CameraLoops.ru domain.
General Motors acknowledge this: The smallest axe/tool purchased from a hardware store has the ability to cut down the biggest tree in the forest.
We await your efforts.
Long Live Free Information!
 
PS. I wonder who the genius was that tapped the data lines, noticed that General Motors was wrongfully collecting driver's data and selling it, and then reported it to all those USA agencies dealing with such matters 🤐🤐🤐.
I wonder what else that genius has on General Motors to be exposed 🤔.
I lost a domain name, but you General Motors shall be losing millions of dollars from your bank account due to that lawsuit. FUCK YOU! 🙂. 
 
My previous message to General Motors and its Trolls.
 
 
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CameraLoops.com has Changed URL to CameraLoops.ru

CameraLoops.com URL has changed to CameraLoops.ru
 
On August 10th, 2024, Verisign, the entity responsible for the .com top-level domains (TLD) on the Internet, seized the domain URL CameraLoops.com. Verisign did not provide any prior notice or reasons for the seizure. I suspect that the seizure of the CameraLoops.com domain was partly due to actions by General Motors and its associates, who have attempted multiple times to take down the Cameraloops website from the Internet. The .com domain TLD was always a vulnerability in the CameraLoops network. They carried out the domain seizure by requesting Verisign to manually change the CameraLoops.com DNS to a nameserver they own, which diverted all the CameraLoops.com traffic to a seized page. None of the CameraLoops.com data were shared or accessed by General Motors and its associates. All CameraLoops data is 100% safe and secured offshore. Now, the new domain URL CameraLoops.ru is also safe and secured offshore in Russia, beyond the reach of General Motors and any adversaries who aim to remove the CameraLoops website from the Internet. 
 
To all my fellow General Motors car hackers out there, never stop hacking. 
 
Thank you all for your support. 🙂 
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To General Motors:  We know you are on here, and we know you are one of our biggest fans 😊. Your PUNY tricks and feeble methods will never remove the CameraLoops network from the internet. Here, we discuss, share, and provide information to the world on how to repair, modify, and recycle General Motors vehicle electronic parts. Yes, the information we provide to the public is embarrassing for you, as it highlights your extensive vulnerabilities and the PUNY electronic device security used in the vehicles you manufacture. We are free and allowed to connect a diagnostic interface to the vehicles we own, use a PC to hack into any module we choose, and then share the knowledge if we see fit. There are no governing laws nor any signed agreements with you that prohibit us from doing so. You were able to use your tricks to seize the CameraLoops.com domain. Now, let us see you use your tricks to seize the CameraLoops.ru domain.
General Motors acknowledge this: The smallest axe/tool purchased from a hardware store has the ability to cut down the biggest tree in the forest.
We await your efforts.
Long Live Free Information!
 
PS. I wonder who the genius was that tapped the data lines, noticed that General Motors was wrongfully collecting driver's data and selling it, and then reported it to all those USA agencies dealing with such matters 🤐🤐🤐.
I wonder what else that genius has on General Motors to be exposed 🤔.
I lost a domain name, but you General Motors shall be losing millions of dollars from your bank account due to that lawsuit. FUCK YOU! 🙂. 
 
 
My previous message to General Motors and its Trolls.
 
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The best Macro photography flash diffuser on planet Earth.

It's widely known that the Cygnustech macro flash diffuser is an excellent tool for macro photography. This article merely adds more information about its greatness and my personal experience with the device. I've been using the Godox MK12 flash with four flash heads for macro stuff for some time now, which works great indoors in a controlled environment. However, it's very cumbersome and fragile when used outdoors. On the other hand, the Cygnustech macro flash diffuser is lightweight, can easily be transported as it folds flat, and produces fantastic macro photography results. From my understanding, the Cygnustech macro flash diffuser is hand-made by Brendan in Australia, and it takes a bit of time to create and deliver.
If you're looking for a great macro flash diffuser for your camera, try the Cygnustech macro flash diffuser. I guarantee you won't regret the purchase.
You can message Brendan on his Instagram page, cygnustech, to make a purchase and see his macro photography results.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
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Canon GP-E2 GPS receiver-Teardown

Canon GP-E2 GPS receiver. I got this accessory for my camera as I always forget to sync my mobile phone to the camera so it can store the location of each photo I take when I'm out. The GPS and the device's battery notification lights use red LEDs. I would prefer it if the GPS notification LED were green. I opened it up to take a look to see if I could identify and source a green LED, but unfortunately, all the suppliers only sell these LEDs in a spool of 100, which is not worth the cost and effort. So, I'll have to live with the two red LEDs for now or until I find the same specs green LED in a device that I don't need. 
Photos of the inside are below.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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Learn how to activate features in the GM IPC Instrument Cluster using the GM DPS Tool

In this course, you will learn to manually activate or deactivate parameters/options in the IPC using the GM DPS tool.
 
Click the web link below to enrol in the course.
 
Things you will learn
Change the VIN in supported modules.
Add or remove RPO codes using the GM DPS tool.
Activate the Speed Limit icon from the Sat-Nav Map.

 
 
Deactivate error DTC, such as the Service messages displayed on the IPC screen by faulty Blind Spot side detection system modules.

 
 
Activate or deactivate the IPC Pocket Gauges.

 
 
Activate the IPC Turbo Boost PSI Pocket Gauge.

 
 
Activate the performance menus.  

 
 
Course preview. A fully detailed online interactive course system, including a tutorial video.

 

 
 
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[FREE Course] Learn How To Manually Identify GM DPS ECU ID

This course will teach you to manually identify the GM DPS ECU ID to read a module's stored information.

This is a FREE course for +Contributor members only.
Click the web link below to enrol in the course.
 
Course preview. A fully detailed online interactive course system, including a tutorial video.

 

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The Troy Is Still Hacking

As a young child, I didn't particularly appreciate playing with Jigsaw puzzles since the picture was already printed on the puzzle's box. What I liked doing was taking stuff apart to see what was inside and to understand how stuff operated. Sometimes, that obsession landed me in a lot of trouble. Yeah,' I destroyed a lot of my parents and family member's things in my young years. I was fortunate to have an uncle who was a police officer in the Jamaica Constabulary Force, who would bring home a lot of decommissioned police electronic equipment. That was what sparked my love for electronic devices. 
It's been a while since I've posted significant new findings for GM vehicle electronic device hacking. I'm letting you folks know I'm still hacking. It's just that hacking in the dark takes a lot of time to figure out new things. I've learned and understand many new things, and now I'm waiting for a breakthrough to apply my knowledge to solve some of the puzzle issues related to GM car hacking.
Check out this GM ECM in the photos below. The thing was welded shut by GM to keep us/The Hakers out 😀.

To all my fellow GM car hackers out there, never stop hacking.
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LN7S-B, VIN Change UNLOCK, Intellilink R4.0 LG SilverBox Radio ASM-Receiver, Insignia-B Astra-K.

LN7S-B Radio. Intellilink R4.0 LG SilverBox Radio ASM-Receiver VIN Change UNLOCK, Insignia-B Astra-K.
This DPS file will change the VIN in the LN7S-B SilverBox RADIO ASM-RECEIVER installed in some insignia-B, Astra-K and other GM vehicles.
The file instructs the radio module to learn the VIN stored in the BCM module. This file is useful when needing to install a used LN7S-B radio module into a GM vehicle.
 
The file can be purchased from the weblink below.
 
 
 
 
 





 
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How To Convert UK Vehicle Registration Number Into VIN, Online For Free.

This tutorial demonstrates how to convert any UK vehicle registration number into a VIN/Vehicle Identification Number for free via an online website. Knowing the VIN of various vehicles is useful when gathering calibration files from vehicles with different specs when required to activate features in a module or checking the RPO codes/vehicle options via GM Techline Connect Service for a given vehicle registration number when buying a used vehicle. You can gather various VINs by using websites like ebay.co.uk, autotrader.co.uk, etc, to check for vehicle registration numbers and then convert those reg numbers into VINs, then use those VINs with GM Techline Connect SPS service to download various calibration files or check RPO code specs.
 
This information can only be viewed by members with a +Contributors group name.
Click the link below to view the information.
 
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GM Seed Key Generator

I am pleased to announce the release of the GM seed key generator tool.
This tool generates the seed key for all GM 5 and 2-byte seed electronic modules.

Note: To generate the correct seed key, you must input the module's seed and security algorithm code into the seed key generator tool. 
The included "Read Me! Instructions.pdf" demonstrates how to determine a module's algorithm code. You can also use the GM DPS tool to determine the module's seed.
A helpful tool for advanced users who want to send commands to the modules manually. 
Note: This tool is for advanced users. I do not offer any support regarding figuring out your module's seed and algorithm. Do not message me asking, as I will not reply.
 
This tool is locked to the PC hardware ID 
After purchasing, you must install the tool and send a private message, including your PC hardware ID to @Troy  to receive your activation key.
 
How to receive your activation code.
Download the tool from the downloads section.
Extract the "GM Seed Key Generator.zip" to your PC desktop.
Open the PDF file "Read Me! Instructions.pdf", read its content and follow the instructions.
 

GM Seed Key Generator

 
 
You can purchase the tool from the link below.
 
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How To Upgrade Or Recycle A GM IPC, Instrument Custer Speedometer Using GM DPS

Upgrading or recycling a GM IPC, aka Instrument Cluster/Speedometer.
The IPC is part of the IMMO/Immobiliser secured system, which stores both a VIN and a PIN. When upgrading or recycling a used secondhand IPC, you must perform a set of programming functions to get that IPC fully functioning in the intended vehicle. 
 

 
When replacing the IPC with a used secondhand part
You must change the VIN in the used IPC to match the vehicle's VIN. Otherwise, the IPC will not display the vehicle's mileage. You may receive a GDS2 DTC "Vehicle identification number not programmed".
You must change the PIN in the used IPC to match the vehicle's PIN. Otherwise, you cannot program the IPC via the GM SPS service.
You must use the GM SPS or DPS Type4 "Immobiliser Learn: (Engine Control Module And Body Control Module IMMO Learn)" function to remove and reprogram the vehicle's keys. Otherwise, you will receive a GDS2 DTC "incorrect immobiliser identifier".
You must use the vehicle's VIN and GM SPS service to program the correct calibration files and configuration setup settings onto the IPC.
 
When upgrading the stock low level IPC to a more advanced IPC (bigger screen etc)
 You must change the VIN in the used IPC to match the vehicle's VIN. Otherwise, the IPC will not display the vehicle's mileage. You may receive a GDS2 DTC "Vehicle identification number not programmed".
You must change the PIN in the used IPC to match the vehicle's PIN. Otherwise, you cannot program the IPC via the GM SPS service.
You must use the GM SPS or DPS Type4 "Immobiliser Learn: (Engine Control Module And Body Control Module IMMO Learn)" function to remove and reprogram the vehicle's keys. Otherwise, you will receive a GDS2 DTC "incorrect immobiliser identifier".
You must manually program the vehicle's correct model identifier and RPO codes into the upgraded IPC.
 
Solutions
You can use my special DPS VIN change file service to change the VIN in IPC. Some already-made DPS VIN change files can be found in the Paid Downloads section.
You can use my special DPS PIN change file service to change the PIN in IPC. Some already-made DPS PIN change files can be found in the Paid Downloads section.
You can use these special DPS IMMO Immobiliser Learn Type4 App to program the vehicle's keys without having to use the GM SPS service.
Click this link which has the tutorial demonstrating how to gather the files needed for modifying the IPC model identifier and RPO codes when upgrading an IPC.
 
 
 
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How To Activate Video In Motion, Languages, RVC Guide Lines In The HMI 2.5 With The DPS Tool

Video In Motion For All GM Vehicles That Use The HMI 2.5 Module.
The video still plays when the vehicle is driving in drive mode.
 
Watch the video below to see the process.
video_in_motion.mp4  
 
 
These files can be used with the GM DPS tool to: 
Activate Video in Motion.
Activate both§ North American and European languages on the infotainment and IPC screens. (The language selected in infotainment settings is set in the IPC).
Activate reverse camera guide-lines.
Activate the reverse camera always on. (Note, an extra attachment or mod is needed to activate the reverse camera always-on feature, which I do not privide).
 
I can activate Arabic and Asian languages on all the GM vehicles that use the HMI 2.5 module.

 
 
Chevrolet Volt
 
 
Chevrolet Tahoe
 
 
Chevrolet Tahoe Arabic Language
 
 
Chevrolet Silverado
 
 
Chevrolet Silverado Middle East Arabic Language
 
 
Chevrolet Malibu
 
 
Chevrolet Suburban
 
 
Corvette
 
 
GMC Yukon
 
 
GMC Yukon Arabic Language
 
 
GMC Yukon Denali
 
 
GMC Yukon Denali Arabic Language
 
 
GMC Sierra
 
 
Cadillac Escalade USA
 
 
Cadillac CT6 European Specs

 
Cadillac Escalade European Specs
 

Cadillac Escalade USA With Arabic Language Activated
 

Buick Envision
 
 
Buick Regal
 
 
Vauxhall
 
 
Opel
 
 
Opel Arabic
 
 
 
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How to create GM DPS Type4 Application files manually

How to create GM DPS Type4 Application files manually.
In this tutorial, I demonstrate how to manually create GM Type4 Application files, which can be used with DPS to program a module's Configuration and Setup programming.
Great for those who want to set up a module without using the GM online SPS service.
A fully detailed course tutorial that illustrates the process.
 
The tutorial can be purchased from the web link below.
 
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CameraLoops.com Now have An App

CameraLoops.com push notifications.

 
 
You can now install CameraLoops.com as an app on your phone and tablet.  It's not in the app store: it's called a Progressive Web App, or PWA for short.
The advantages are you can get various push notifications on your phone or tablet when someone replies to your post, sends you a message, etc. The app will work on iOS devices that have iOS v16.4 and up or Android v10 I think.
 
For iOS device
On iOS devices, open CameraLoops.com in Safari and click the share icon at the bottom of the Safari window.

 
Scroll down and click "Add to Home Screen".

 
You now have an icon for CameraLoops.com on your home screen.

 
You must open the app, sign in to your CameraLoops.com account and activate push notifications by clicking the hamburger icon (top right of the screen), click the "notification bell", and then click the "Notification Settings".

 
Scroll down to the Push notification settings and select "Enabled in this browser". Once enabled, scroll up and adjust the various content types to your liking.  To get notifications on your phone, select the Notification + Push Option.

 
You can customise the CameraLoops app notification settings like a regular app in your device settings.

 
 
For Andriod device.
I don't have an Android phone at hand to display the process.
On Android devices, open CameraLoops.com in Chrome
Click the three verticle dots in the upper right corner and scroll down to Install.  This will add CameraLoops.com to your app drawer, and you'll need to move it to your home screen if you wish.
 
On iOS and Android, you must log in using your new app icon before proceeding.  Both systems treat this as a new app and will not copy your login from Safari or Chrome.
Tip: The app does not have a browser back button. To navigate back and forth, use your finger to swipe left for back and swipe right for forth.
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How To Download Calibration Files From ACdelco TLC SPS For Free, Without Taking Up A VIN Slot

In this article, I demonstrate how to download GM calibration files for any VIN "FREE" from the ACDelco SPS account without taking up a VIN slot.
Doesn't GM realise that making things very expensive fuels people's ambition to find a workaround?🙂 
 
This information can only be viewed by members with a +Contributors group name.
Click the link below to view the information.
 
 
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How to change VIN & PIN in GM ECM/ECU Modules Using The DPS Tool

As they say, never give up. Whenever you face a brick wall, frustrated with nowhere to turn, eat some food, get some rest, and then tread on some more. The ECM VIN and PIN change via DPS have had me baffled for some time. Today I had another go at it, and after drinking seven cans of Redbull and a lot of thinking, I solved the puzzle/hack.
Changing the VIN and PIN in a used secondhand GM ECM module is very important for those who want to recycle GM ECM modules. With this solution, you can achieve just that. At this moment, it only works for 2-Byte seed ECM modules. I have some 5-Byte ECM coming from the USA. Hopefully, I'll figure out the 5-byte ECM VIN change with DPS when they arrive.
 
Watch the video below to see how quickly you can change the VIN in the ECM.
 
ECM VIN Change for Malibu, Insignia, and Buick Regal.
 
 
ECM PIN Change for Malibu, Insignia, and Buick Regal.
 
ECM VIN Change File Service
 
ECM PIN Change File Service
 
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Hacking GM Global-B modules

I'm on a mission to create a bench setup for some GM Global-B architecture modules. My aim is to figure out some method which can be used to recycle GM Global-B modules, including changing VIN and PIN. I have some Global-B modules coming from the USA, an IPC, BCM and an ECM for starters. 
 
Things I need to know before those modules arrive.
I need to know if I can connect a Global-B BCM direct to the power and Canbus data line and have DPS read the VIN, similar to the Global-A modules?
Will I need to route the BCM through another module, like the Network Gateway Control Module to read the Global-B VIN with DPS?
 
This article is a placeholder for future experiments and findings.
 
 
Update 8/March/2023
Today I received my new toys from the USA. An IPC and a BCM, from a 2022 Sierra 1500 Global-B. A BCM and an ECM from a 2022 Silverado 1500 Global-B. A BCM and an ECM from a Chevy Onix Global-B. I don't have the wiring loom, so I'll need to connect them using jumper wires which is going to take me a long time to figure out. Hopefully, I'll have this bench setup up and running.


 
Update 17/March/2023
I've tried for a few days to get DPS to read the VIN in these modules without any success. Anyone has info and a working Global-B bench setup, can you tell me which data pin number on the OBD connector and the BCM pin number for reading VIN with DPS?
Looking at the data OBD connector schematics, I can see the 4 data lines going directly to the gateway module. On the gateway schematics, I can see two 60Ω resistors, do you think I need to add 2 60Ω resistors to the data lines in order to read the VIN with DPS?


 

 
Update 19/March/2023
I've added the 2 60Ω resistors to PIN 6 and 14 data lines. However, I still can't get DPS to read the VIN from the BCM. My next route is to source a Global-B 2022, 3-plug port K56 serial data gateway module. Until then, I'll have to place this puzzle on pause. 
 
I see that DPS has the option for "with or without gateway". 

 K56 Serial Data Gateway Module
The K56 Serial Data Gateway Module gates messages between the CAN networks described in the Controller Area Network (CAN) Bus Description section below. The K56 Serial Data Gateway Module needs to know what CAN control modules are present on a given vehicle in order to enable/disable loss of communication DTCs and to know what CAN control modules to track for their communication status. The K56 Serial Data Gateway Module has the ability to learn the diagnostic addresses list of CAN control modules to identify what CAN control modules are equipped on the vehicle and what CAN buses they are on. If the K56 Serial Data Gateway Module is replaced, this learn/verification process will have to be done again through K56 Serial Data Gateway Module programming and setup procedure in SPS. This learn process will not cause any previously learned contents to be forgotten/overwritten. If the learn process is not done on a new K56 Serial Data Gateway Module, DTC U1977 will be set until the learn procedure is executed. If the learn is invalid due to control module internal malfunction or a K56 Serial Data Gateway Module swap, DTC U3000 42 or DTC U3002 56 will be set. If any of these DTCs sets, the K56 Serial Data Gateway Module will enable loss of communication for all CAN control modules. This will result in loss of communication DTCs being set against CAN control modules that are not equipped on the vehicle.
A fault can be localized by monitoring the normal mode messages on a CAN bus. The K56 Serial Data Gateway Module will monitor one signal per CAN control module per CAN bus to determine control module status. When a signal times out, a loss of communication event will be started.
 
Update 27/March/2023
Using @T c suggestion for reading the VIN with DPS at the beginning when ECM is powered on. That worked, and I can read the VIN with DPS in the 2021 global-B Chevy Onix ECM. The Onix doesn't have a separate gateway module like some of the other GM vehicles. I think the Onix gateway module is combined in its BCM. My BCM seems faulty, so I couldn't test with both modules fully connected. 
I should receive the global-B gateway module sometime this week, hopefully then I'll get the other modules working.

 

GM Techlink article, which has some info.
 
Update 12/April/2023
I received and connected the serial gateway module with the other modules, as shown in the GM SI schematics. I can now read the VIN with DPS anytime for all modules and perform partial programming, which is excellent. One step further. 
Global-B command functions differ from Global-A, which will take me some time to understand fully.
You will need the serial data gateway module and a genuine MDI2 to do any programming for a Global-B bench setup.

 

 

 
 
Data Link Communications Description and Operation.pdf
 
 
 
Update 18/October/2024
It is now possible to change the VIN and program General Motors Global-B UDS VIP 12-byte seed security electronic modules using the GM DPS tool. This is an excellent option for those who want to replace a faulty GM Global-B module in their vehicle by recycling a used module purchase from a scrap yard or eBay. More info to follow later.
 
In the video below, I demonstrate changing the VIN in a GM Global-B BCM module from a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado using a GM DPS file I created.
 

 
 
 
Update 1/October/2025
Today, I assisted a member who required information to connect the BCM to the Gateway module for a Global-B bench setup. I post the information here in case anyone needs it.
Info for connecting the BCM to the Gateway module for a Global-B bench setup.
Six pins are used to connect the BCM to the Gateway module.
Two battery positive and two battery negative pins need to be connected, along with two AUTOSAR pins. In total, six pins are used for connecting the BCM to the Gateway module.
For the AUTOSAR PINS: Connect the Gateway connector port X1 PIN-18 to the BCM connector port X4 PIN-19, and the Gateway connector port X1 PIN-17 to the BCM connector port X4 PIN-20.
I hope this helps anyone who needs this info.


Global-B Sierra 1500 BCM X4 connector pinouts.
Global-B Gateway module X1 connector pinouts.
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GM DPS Archive Creator Tool Version 2

I am pleased to announce the release of the GM DPS Archive Creator Tool Version 2.
The tool can be used to automatically create the DPS archive file from the GM SPS cache folder calibration files and is great for those who want to quickly create a DPS archive file for programming a general motors electronic module.
This tool is locked to the PC hardware ID. After purchasing you will need to install the tool and send a private message including your PC hardware ID to @Troy  to receive your activation key.
 
How to receive your activation code.
Download the tool from the downloads section.
Extract the "DPS_Archive_Creator_V2.zip" to your PC desktop.
Open the PDF file "Read Me! Instructions.pdf", read its content and follow the instructions.
 
What's new in version 2
Version 2 has 2 new features
The tool can automatically create DPS archive files for Global-B vehicles.
The tool can automatically create DPS archive files for Type4 files.
 
The benefits of using the GM DPS Archive Creator Tool
Saves time when creating a DPS archive file.
No need to use the Tis2web website to identify the utility file anymore.
No need to use 7zip to uncompress the calibration files.
Easily identify the module's utility file.
 
Watch the video below to see the quick process for automatically creating a DPS archive file.
 
 
 
You can purchase the tool from the link below.
 
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