Writeup pc aldl obd 1 diagnostic software and interfaces. Aldl bare pin cable instructions this package includes an aldl bare pin cable with an obd1 pin and an obd2 pin attached, and a 10kohm resistor. Ive been out of the loop for a while now i did an electrical apprenticeship for the last 4 years so im wondering what is the best way to go for a cheap and reliable scan tool for holden and other common cars. Ive checked out the elm327 and aldl at and they seem to have all of the holden stuff covered within 4 programs. Winaldl does not speak to newer gm obd1 vehicles that use 8192 baud communication. It has been designed to interface with 8192 baud, gm based, aldl.
To setup the tuner program to work with your new cable youll need to know what com. Usb to aldl cable comes with 3 usb extension cable, and driver software cd. This cable is intended to be used with cars and trucks using gm ecmpcms in the 1982 to 1995 era, including cars that do not have the standard connector arrangement. If you have a connector like this under your dash, read on. Plug your laptop into the aldl port of your 82 to 95 gm car or truck and see what is happening under the hood. Obd 1 was the 1991 california stab at standardization of automotive diagnostics prior to federal adoption of the much more comprehensive sae obd ii standards.
Obd1 datalogging programs that have been working youtube. Fidgetkute 12pin aldl obd1 to 16 pin obd2 connector adapter cable for gm automobile vehicle. In this page, well provide some information on how you can do that. It was previously called assembly line communications link or alcl. List of vehicles which are compatible with the norm eobd obd2. The aldu1 is compatible with the cabl1 and the cabl2, which are interface cables that connect to gm obd i and obd ii vehicle respectively. Aldl obd1 cable instructions this package includes an aldl cable w obd1 12 pin connector. Gm obdi obd1 aldl microcontroller lcd interface, scan tool.
Overview the aldu1 is a datalogger designed to work with obd i gm vehicles. Winaldl is software to datalog on gm vehicles that use the old 160 baud rate. Some cars that do not have a compatible obd ii protocol can still be diagnosed using a suitable scan tool or software. Aldl is an acronym that means assembly line diagnostic link its a proprietary gm pwm ttl level serial communications protocol. This software cd has many programs on it for gm obd i vehicles. If you have a 1996 or later obd2 car and need powertrain sensor scanning and code reading, buy our obd2 allinone scan tool. List made thanks to the users of our software eobdfacile. It will then successfully work with obd i software like awardwinning toad and your car. Your obd2 compliant vehicle most likely supports a subset of the following pids. Obd auto doctor is available for windows, mac and linux.
How to scan obd1 port yourself 1994 chevy k1500 youtube. Freescan is a free datalogger that works with some gm vehicles. Setup and use of the 12 pin aldl obd1 bluetooth scanner code reader adapter, mark ii. Of all the open source software available, these programs are what we as professionals prefer to use. Clearance items limited to stock on hand, quantities approximate, no returns or exchanges on these items. If you own a 1982 to 1995 gm car or truck, you just might be able to read your trouble codes for free. If you have a gm obd1 system which has a 12 pin aldl obdi connector as pictured. Otherwise go here for guide on how to properly install your aldl. The mission of 20 electronics is to deliver products for performance enthusiasts to tune, monitor, and increase performance of their vehicles. On how to self test without a scan tool for an obd1 port like more how to videos please like and subscribe thanks. Aldl diagnostic software for holden commodores vr vs vt vx vy. The 94 and 95 cars that are equipped with the obd2 style connector actually have obd1 ecmpcm systems behind them.
Additionally, simple software is available to display the captured information, and details of a simple aldl data stream emulator are presented. Connect the aldl cable to your vehicle diagnostic port. I have tried to make a list of vehicles supported by winaldl, and what selection to use in the configuration dialog. How to install aldl usb cable on windows and obd software. It may possibly be the only thing you will need to buy to do your own diagnostics. The data is presented in a way that will help when tuning a car after engine modifications. Scan your obd1 ecm with your android phone or tablet. But, before we go into that, there are some facts you need to. This includes but is not limited to vehicles using a 1227747 and 1227165 ecm. Hence its very limiting in quality and quantity of data it can report. This cable is for 1994 and 1995 obd1 cars equipped with the 16 pin obd2 style connector camaros, firebirds, corvettes, and lt1 equipped cars are a few, and has a 16 pin obd2 connector shell to plug in under your cars dash to interface to your cars ecmpcm. Usbtousb adapters free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Connect your laptop into the aldl port of your 85 to 95 gm car or truck via bluetooth and see what is happening under the hood. This ecm diagnostic software was designed with the principle in mind of being fully customizable.
Aldl usb driver pack for windows car obd diagnostics. Obd diagnostics, inc 2121 ruhland ave redondo beach ca 90278 please include your contact information e. Ecm switches onoff functions for diagnostic trouble codes or. You can also include a prepaid return shipping label if you want us to return the item on your ups or fedex account. Aldl scan also provides for the recording of aldl data to the users android device. The following list contains the current protocol files preloaded with the aldl scan app. Unfollow obd1 code reader to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Using a file manager application, copy your adx file into the aldldroidadx directory.
Aldl scan is an app for viewing aldl data from 1995 and older gm vehicles. Assembly line diagnostic link or aldl is a proprietary onboard diagnostics system developed by general motors before the standardization of obd 2. If this step is missed, then obd software is not going to work. Aldl diagnostic software for holden commodores vr vs vt vx vy duration. Toad obd1 vehicle support list car obd diagnostics, ecu. However, without a valid licence some parts of the software will be locked. For example newer obd2 can report up to 15,000 possible data parameters called pids. The following is a list of the current prices for the various c. Unplug the usbaldl interface cable from the pc, reboot your pc and then reconnect the cable. You can do this through the windows device manager.
Are you looking for ways to diagnose an aldl or obd1 car. This cable is the most convenient to use if your car is equipped with the 12 pin connector style, as it allows you to just feel under the dash to plug it in. The obd1 tuner program is a general purpose ecm calibration editor that allows you to make a wide variety of calibration changes to your vehicles obd1 ecmpcm from an easytouse windows arrangement. Usb to aldl cable now works with android plug your laptop into the aldl port of your 82 to 95 gm car or truck and see what is happening under the hood. Find great deals on ebay for aldl cable and aldl usb. Do you own an aldl bluetooth adapter and need to download the android app to your device. Switchable 10k ohm ab resistor is built in and can also be turned off depending on your cars computer. Aldl diagnostic software for holden commodores vr vs vt. Aldl cable driver install plus efilive and tunerpro install. Available aldl enginetuning data software my main recommended choices are. Aldldroid is an android application for data logging and tuning your obdi.
Android is new and obd1 is old so if you cant find an obd1 app for android, you might want to use any of the free software solutions on a laptop pc. Mr goodwrench used the tech i and later the tech ii to communicate with these vehicles. If the app doesnt come prepackaged with the adx file you need, you will need to add your file to. The what do i need gm section is going to have basic hardware and software suggestions for groups of.
This will allow anyone with an obd1 ecu and the aldl connector or obd2 connector with pin 9 populated to read the suzuki serial diagnostic interface. There are 3 things needed to access the diagnostic data stream from a gm based on board diagnostic 1 obd1 system on your 1982 1995 car or truck. Hit the connect to ecu menu in the application and watch the data come in. An aldl cable is an obd1 diagnostic scantool suitable for diagnosing engine fault codes and live engine data found in vrvy holden commodores. Obdii software lets you turn your laptop or desktop pc into. This is not a complete list, and the ecm part numbers may not match all the vehicles listed for that ecm. A simple hardware interface between gms 160 baud aldl data stream and a pcs serial port is described here. This cable works on cars that have the serial data pin on pin m or pin e of the gm 12 pin obd1 aldl connector, which is most every 1982 to 1995 gm car. This 16 pin shell cable will not plug into the 12 pin style obd1 aldl connector found on most 84 to 95 cars.
The aldl cable lets look at the aldl assembly line diagnostic link obd1 interface cable first, since we sell low cost aldl obd1 interface cables. Schematics are available on the internet for devices that can be used to convert the aldl voltages to those of the rs232 standard, allowing the raw data to be read with a computer having a serial port and the proper software. Starting with aldl cables also know as obd1 or gm obd, these types of cables communicate over a very basic protocol. Engine computer system scanner for gm obdi style automotive computers. Winaldl is a program that reads the aldl data from some supported ecm types. Touchscan is the easiest to use and best valued obd software on the market.
It will then successfully work with obdi software like awardwinning toad and your car. It is currently compatible with both 160 baud and 8192 baud protocols. Aldldroid android application for obdi gm ecus and more. The links below allow you to download the full version of obd auto doctor for free. I am currently modifying my diagnostic software to work with an aldl type interface.
Autosafe diagnostics offers the autoscan obd2 software for the pc. Gm obd1 scanner adapter bluetooth to 12 pin aldl direct. You use the 10k mode for older tbi and tpi setups, and the open for newer speed density and lt1 stuff. Most older tbi gm computers will speak this protocol. This is the only software package available for editing the gm 6. About winaldl is software to datalog on gm vehicles that use the old 160 baud rate. This cable is compatible with programs such as tunerpro rt, tts datamaster and winaldl. How to diy prom chip tuning for obd1 chevy gm throttle body tpi lt1 fuel.
This same hardware can be used for earlier 5 volt and 12 volt 160 baud aldl data streams. Aldldroid is compatible with tunerpro files adx for data logging, just make sure you have the adx file for your ecm before purchasing the app. Java aldl reader jaldl is an aldl reader for mostly gm carsengines maybe also known as pre obd. Aldl scan must be used in conjunction with the bluetooth car adapter from 20 electronics. Our 12 pin aldl obd1 bluetooth and usb scanner code reader adapter allows for the monitoring and recording of vehicle performance data to the users android device or pc. See programming software price list to view details on purchasing the obd1 tuning system obd1 tuner program description the obd1 tuner program is a general purpose ecm calibration editor that allows you to make a wide variety of calibration changes to your vehicles obd1 ecmpcm from an easytouse windows arrangement. He has spent many hours to provide free tuning programs to the user community, which has greatly benefited everyone in the tuning community.
I had multiple mysterious conditions accompanying my check engine light. You can make your own cable, but it is much quicker and less headache to buy one already assembled and tested. List of obd2 and elm327 compatible vehicles outils obd facile. A simple hardware interface between gms 5 volt 8192 baud aldl data stream and a pcs serial port is described here. Compatible with gm obdi data streams that use the 8192 baud, pin m protocol and the 160 baud, pin e protocol. It can be used to view analog parameters, malfunction codes, or resetting the vehicles ecm. Is my car obd2 compatible and supported by obd scanner. Aldldroid is an android application for data logging and tuning your obd i vehicles. Those 300 parameters can still be useful to mechanics for. This cable is intended to be used with cars and trucks using gm ecmpcms originally equipped with 12 pin aldl connectors in the 1982 to 1995 era.
Aldl cable vs obd2 cable holden diagnostic tools envyous. This system was only vaguely standardized and suffered from the fact that specifications for the communications. For more detailed information on any aspect of this cable, you can read information from our website at. How to diy prom chip tuning for obd1 chevy gm throttle body tpi lt1 fuel injection honda duration. Vehicle speed rpm injector pulse width ignition timing short term. Obd1 is an old standard implemented in all cars in the world back in 1980s. All of them work with our 2x80s scan tools and our gm alcl adapter cable to access the data on gm obd i vehicles. But use this simple interface if you only need to look at 12 volt 160 baud aldl data. This means the srs,abs,cluster,radio,telematics,pim,bcm ect all communcuate over the same protocol and can be requested for information just like the tech2 does. So even if you have a v8 or a vz, you can still use an aldl cable to communicate with these other items. But, before we go into that, there are some facts you need to know.
Compatible with gm obdi data streams that use the 8192 baud, pin m protocol and 160 baud pin e protocol. The cable may be ordered with the 12 pin connector shown here. The aldu1 can be purchased by itself, or as a combo with either the cabl1 or. Since i dont know enough about the ecu i was trying to find information about. I found a blog about a guy that did something similar with a lcd display gm obdi obd1 aldl microcontroller lcd interface, scan tool luke skaff.
This article will guide you on how to install aldl usb cable on your windows system. This adapter can be used with our own aldl scan android application. Once you install these drivers obd software should successfully detect your aldl cable, and hence connect to your car also. This protocol isnon standardized meaning gm implemented a communication protocol that is not be exactly the same as any other vehicle let alone any other manufactures. Plug your laptop into the aldl port of your 82 to 95 gm computer controlled car or truck and see what is happening under the hood. Is my car obd2 compatible and supported by obd scanner software. Tunerpro rt link and tunercats link are the two most commonly used software packages for obd1 gm. Serial interface kit including cables and software. While the application was first developed for gm obdi ecus, it uses a very flexible way of parsing ecu data stream that has proven useful to a lot of other car enthusiasts such as owners of bmw, ford, dsm mitsubishi, porsche, etc. Reading obd1 codes on gm 19821995 without code reader. Aldl scan app aldl bluetooth adapter obd bluetooth adapter gm 20 electronics welcome to 20 electronics llc. The language spoken is called aldl assembly line diagnostic link, it is a very unique protocol that general motors implemented on our commodores.
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