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LGAFF · 10-06-2011

Just picked up a GM Tech 1.....comes with Mass Storage Cartidge 3000003, is there anything else I need to use this?[/FONT]
GM TECH 1 VETRONIX SCAN TOOL
comes with the cord, and mass storage cartridge.
MASS STORAGE CARTIDGE P/N 3000003
version 3.2 has been tested and works. the lighter power cord cord has been cut and lengthend. One of the tabs on the side of the mass storage cartridge is missing but seems to still work fine. see arrows on pic.
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QB93Z · 10-07-2011

I am glad you started this thread. I have wanted to learn more about the Tech1.

The cartridge that I use the most is:

GM/Ford/Chrysler Power Train (GM 81-94) 02001718

I also have:
GM 88-91 Body Systems TK 03040
GM 88-92 Brake ver2.0 TK 03030C
OBD II Interface Cartridge 02002178
Global OBD II w/Toolpack OBD II Interface Cartridge 02002826
Chevrolet EEPROM Service TK 06030 10912

I also have two adapters to connect to the different year connections:

GM 12/14 Pin DLC Adapter 02001384
GM 16/12 Pin Non-OBDII DLC Adapter 02001575

Unfortunately, I have never found a listing of the available cartridges. I have never found a list of the tests or functions that a specific cartridge can do. If anyone knows where to get this kind of information, please post up.

I use my Tech 1A often. I find it a valuable tool for a backyard mechanic.

Jim

GOLDCYLON · 10-07-2011

There are ABS adapters and cartridges, Cartridges for transmissions, Body and Chassis etc and electrical probes and a whole lot of other adapters. So no Lee your missing a whole bunch but they show up on Ebay from time to time.

When the GM closed the testing ground out in Mesa Arizona I was able to buy a couple of complete kits (one I sold to Flyin Ryan). I also have a single Mass storage device that works for the entire C4 run. I wish I knew how to copy it. That combines almost ALL of the modules

If there is interest from Jim I can see what other adapters and cartridges I have just so folks know whats out there

GOLDCYLON · 10-10-2011

I did not hear anything from Jim however, I decided to let the other forum members see what other possible adapters and cables for Tech 1, Tech 1A are out there and somewhat avialable from time to time.

I am not saying you need all these but here is what is available for your search on Ebay or craigslist. It will also serve as a gauge to how complete your kit is. Usually I find out what part I need when the book tells me to use a certain adapter

Cat 5 silver Cable with RS232 interface (No part number) This allows inerface with printers and computers
Power point extender both fused leads to battery (No part number)
RJ45 Phone Plug 5 Red Cable with voltmeter test lead (No Part number)
Cat 5 cable Silver that loops into itself (No Part number)
Bosch ABS Adapter PN TA00022
GM Pin E Adapter PN TA02149
GM 16/12 Pin non-OBDII DLC Adapter PN 3000053
Tech 1 Test adapter with A&B Probe ports. No part number
14Pin DLC Self test adapter PN TA01142
Tech 1 14/12 PIN Vim Adapter PN 3000086
T-100 12-16 PIN Adapter 3000055
Tech 1/1AnVehicle Interface Module (VIM) PN 3000078
VIM 16/24 PIN DLC Adapter cable PN 3000081
RWAL/4WAL Adapter TA 02659A
GM 12//14 PIN ALDL Adapter TA01140
14 Pin DLC Cable TA 01150
Tech 1 OBD II Vehicle Interface Module (VIM) PN 3000091
Cartridges
GM 88-92 Body Systems PN TK03040
GM 81-92 ECM PN TK02050
Chevrolet 90-92 EEPROM Data Version 2.0 PN TK06032A
GM 88-92 Brake TK03030
Hydromatic transmission 88-91 TK03590

I highly suggest seeking the manuals which exist for each of modules/cartiges listed above (They are in a small loose leaf format in very small binders. They are an invaluable tool that provides step by step instructions on how to use the Tech-1A and its individual cartridges and adapters and cable.

mike100 · 10-10-2011

It's possible you have a Tech1A labeled as a Tech1. if it has the RJ network style probe plug in the side, it's a tech1A.

I mostly use the mass storage cartridge, but the BCM one does some functions. I'm hoping to never need to use it to reprogram a cluster, but I'm gonna hit you up GC if it ever comes to it

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I have one of the ABS cartridges, but haven't tried much with it.

John Boothby · 10-10-2011

I have a Tech1A. You need an ECM cartridge TK02050 GM 81-92; ABS cartridge (Number not handy) and a Body Systems cartridge TK03040 GM 88-92 and a GM 12/14 pin ALDL adaptor. Also you should have the manual TA01130 that comes with the unit. This is very handy! For cables and cartridges that may still be available, also for info, contact Antrone 800-321-4889 ext 9125 at Vetronix.

GOLDCYLON · 10-10-2011

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike100

It's possible you have a Tech1A labeled as a Tech1. if it has the RJ network style probe plug in the side, it's a tech1A.

Correct also the back will be labeled as a Tech 1A. It wont be labeled on the front. GC

LGAFF · 10-14-2011

Awesome tool, MASS STORAGE CARTIDGE P/N 3000003 has everything in it I need Power train, body control, etc......I plugged it into the 92, reads BLMs, RPM, TPS position, knock counts, etc....

I bought it for the 87 Callaway to diagnos an issue, however for the TPI systems you need PIN E adapter.....

Will play with it more tomorrow....

tf95ZR1 · 10-15-2011

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Originally Posted by LGAFF

Just picked up a GM Tech 1.....comes with Mass Storage Cartidge 3000003, is there anything else I need to use this?

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Corbusa · 10-15-2011

What is a good price on a used unit ( tech a1) ? I am still tossing it back and forth B/T the tech1 and the Innova 1340.. If the Innova works on OBD 1&2 what is the reason for the Tech 1 being popular ? I'm not trying to be sarcastic but trying to make the right decision ..

10-06-2011	#1
LGAFF Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Crystal Lake, IL Posts: 7,194	GM Tech 1 question Just picked up a GM Tech 1.....comes with Mass Storage Cartidge 3000003, is there anything else I need to use this?[/FONT] GM TECH 1 VETRONIX SCAN TOOL comes with the cord, and mass storage cartridge. MASS STORAGE CARTIDGE P/N 3000003 version 3.2 has been tested and works. the lighter power cord cord has been cut and lengthend. One of the tabs on the side of the mass storage cartridge is missing but seems to still work fine. see arrows on pic. [/SIZE] __________________ LGAFF 90 #966-150K miles-sold 92 #234-sold 1987 Callaway TT #17 1991 ZR-1 #1359 Last edited by LGAFF; 10-15-2011 at 01:25 AM.

10-07-2011	#2
QB93Z Join Date: May 2007 Location: Westminster, Maryland Posts: 3,689	Re: GM Tech 1 question I am glad you started this thread. I have wanted to learn more about the Tech1. The cartridge that I use the most is: GM/Ford/Chrysler Power Train (GM 81-94) 02001718 I also have: GM 88-91 Body Systems TK 03040 GM 88-92 Brake ver2.0 TK 03030C OBD II Interface Cartridge 02002178 Global OBD II w/Toolpack OBD II Interface Cartridge 02002826 Chevrolet EEPROM Service TK 06030 10912 I also have two adapters to connect to the different year connections: GM 12/14 Pin DLC Adapter 02001384 GM 16/12 Pin Non-OBDII DLC Adapter 02001575 Unfortunately, I have never found a listing of the available cartridges. I have never found a list of the tests or functions that a specific cartridge can do. If anyone knows where to get this kind of information, please post up. I use my Tech 1A often. I find it a valuable tool for a backyard mechanic. Jim __________________ If it isn't fun, you aren't doing it right! 1990 Black ZR-1 - sold 1993 Quasar Blue ZR-1 1994 Competition Yellow ZR-1 1995 Dark Purple ZR-1 Maryland State Coordinator WAZOO Member

10-07-2011	#3
GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,155	Re: GM Tech 1 question There are ABS adapters and cartridges, Cartridges for transmissions, Body and Chassis etc and electrical probes and a whole lot of other adapters. So no Lee your missing a whole bunch but they show up on Ebay from time to time. When the GM closed the testing ground out in Mesa Arizona I was able to buy a couple of complete kits (one I sold to Flyin Ryan). I also have a single Mass storage device that works for the entire C4 run. I wish I knew how to copy it. That combines almost ALL of the modules If there is interest from Jim I can see what other adapters and cartridges I have just so folks know whats out there __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V Last edited by GOLDCYLON; 10-07-2011 at 10:07 AM.

10-10-2011	#4
GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,155	Re: GM Tech 1 question I did not hear anything from Jim however, I decided to let the other forum members see what other possible adapters and cables for Tech 1, Tech 1A are out there and somewhat avialable from time to time. I am not saying you need all these but here is what is available for your search on Ebay or craigslist. It will also serve as a gauge to how complete your kit is. Usually I find out what part I need when the book tells me to use a certain adapter Cat 5 silver Cable with RS232 interface (No part number) This allows inerface with printers and computers Power point extender both fused leads to battery (No part number) RJ45 Phone Plug 5 Red Cable with voltmeter test lead (No Part number) Cat 5 cable Silver that loops into itself (No Part number) Bosch ABS Adapter PN TA00022 GM Pin E Adapter PN TA02149 GM 16/12 Pin non-OBDII DLC Adapter PN 3000053 Tech 1 Test adapter with A&B Probe ports. No part number 14Pin DLC Self test adapter PN TA01142 Tech 1 14/12 PIN Vim Adapter PN 3000086 T-100 12-16 PIN Adapter 3000055 Tech 1/1AnVehicle Interface Module (VIM) PN 3000078 VIM 16/24 PIN DLC Adapter cable PN 3000081 RWAL/4WAL Adapter TA 02659A GM 12//14 PIN ALDL Adapter TA01140 14 Pin DLC Cable TA 01150 Tech 1 OBD II Vehicle Interface Module (VIM) PN 3000091 Cartridges GM 88-92 Body Systems PN TK03040 GM 81-92 ECM PN TK02050 Chevrolet 90-92 EEPROM Data Version 2.0 PN TK06032A GM 88-92 Brake TK03030 Hydromatic transmission 88-91 TK03590 I highly suggest seeking the manuals which exist for each of modules/cartiges listed above (They are in a small loose leaf format in very small binders. They are an invaluable tool that provides step by step instructions on how to use the Tech-1A and its individual cartridges and adapters and cable. __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V Last edited by GOLDCYLON; 10-10-2011 at 03:33 PM.

10-10-2011	#5
mike100 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Marcos CA Posts: 1,802	Re: GM Tech 1 question It's possible you have a Tech1A labeled as a Tech1. if it has the RJ network style probe plug in the side, it's a tech1A. I mostly use the mass storage cartridge, but the BCM one does some functions. I'm hoping to never need to use it to reprogram a cluster, but I'm gonna hit you up GC if it ever comes to it. I have one of the ABS cartridges, but haven't tried much with it.

10-10-2011	#6
John Boothby Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 777	Re: GM Tech 1 question I have a Tech1A. You need an ECM cartridge TK02050 GM 81-92; ABS cartridge (Number not handy) and a Body Systems cartridge TK03040 GM 88-92 and a GM 12/14 pin ALDL adaptor. Also you should have the manual TA01130 that comes with the unit. This is very handy! For cables and cartridges that may still be available, also for info, contact Antrone 800-321-4889 ext 9125 at Vetronix. __________________ JB 1990 #148 Red/Saddle Haibeck AYBKG5 Chip/RC Engineering/Flowmasters/K&N/Samco/Fuzzy Dice :cheers:

10-14-2011	#8
LGAFF Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Crystal Lake, IL Posts: 7,194	Re: GM Tech 1 question Awesome tool, MASS STORAGE CARTIDGE P/N 3000003 has everything in it I need Power train, body control, etc......I plugged it into the 92, reads BLMs, RPM, TPS position, knock counts, etc.... I bought it for the 87 Callaway to diagnos an issue, however for the TPI systems you need PIN E adapter..... Will play with it more tomorrow.... __________________ LGAFF 90 #966-150K miles-sold 92 #234-sold 1987 Callaway TT #17 1991 ZR-1 #1359 Last edited by LGAFF; 10-14-2011 at 11:13 PM.

10-15-2011	#10
Corbusa Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: TN Posts: 581	Re: GM Tech 1 question What is a good price on a used unit ( tech a1) ? I am still tossing it back and forth B/T the tech1 and the Innova 1340.. If the Innova works on OBD 1&2 what is the reason for the Tech 1 being popular ? I'm not trying to be sarcastic but trying to make the right decision ..