What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Confirm the tune files supplied with the order are present when expected.
2. Install the current appropriate EFILive V8 software on a Windows computer.
3. Connect AutoCal by USB and verify the firmware and configuration requested by The Tune Shop.
4. Load The Tune Shop BBX configuration when required.
5. Choose the matching Help Center workflow: read the stock ECM or TCM, load a tune, flash the correct file type, or record a datalog.
6. Upload requested reads and logs to the existing The Tune Shop support request.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Download EFILive V8 from the official link.
2. Install EFILive V8 on the Windows computer.
3. Connect AutoCal or FlashScan by USB and allow the device drivers to initialize.
4. Open EFILive V8 Scan and Tune.
5. Open the device firmware area and run Check Firmware.
6. Install a boot-block update first if the software requires it.
7. Install the firmware update next if required.
8. Program current configuration files when requested.
9. Repeat the firmware check until the application reports that the device is current.

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Step-by-step instructions

1. Open the BBX configuration supplied by The Tune Shop.
2. Select Scan.
3. Select the appropriate ECM or controller.
4. Select Tune.
5. Select the appropriate ECM or controller again.
6. Locate the red Program button.
7. Open the drop-down beside Program and select Format.
8. Confirm the format prompt and wait for it to complete.
9. Open the Program drop-down again.
10. Select Program Selections and Configuration Files (Slower).
11. Confirm the prompt.
12. Wait until programming completes completely and the configuration-files confirmation appears.
13. Safely disconnect the device.

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Step-by-step instructions

1. Find the vehicle year, make, engine, and transmission in the controller tables below.
2. Use the listed ECM controller for engine reads, flashing, or datalog controller selection.
3. Use the listed TCM controller only for an applicable transmission workflow.
4. Contact The Tune Shop before continuing if the vehicle or controller does not match this reference.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Connect AutoCal securely to the vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
3. From Scan Tool, navigate to Tuning Tool.
4. Select READ TUNE.
5. Select the correct ECM: LB7 — E54; LLY — E60; LBZ — E35A; LMM — E35B.
6. Allow the read to reach 100%.
7. When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF.
8. Press OK.
9. Disconnect AutoCal and connect it to the Windows computer.
10. Open EFILive Explorer, then F3: Data Files.
11. Select Read and locate the stock ECM read.
12. Copy the read to the computer.
13. Upload it to the customer’s existing The Tune Shop support request.

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Step-by-step instructions

1. CONNECT THE AUTOCAL — Connect AutoCal to the vehicle OBD-II port. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
2. OPEN THE TUNING TOOL — AutoCal should initially display Scan Tool. Scroll to Tuning Tool and press OK.
3. SELECT READ TUNE — Scroll to READ TUNE and press OK.
4. SELECT THE TCM CONTROLLER — Select AL5 for 2001–2005, A40 for 2006–2008, or A50 for 2009–2010.
5. READ THE TCM — Allow the transmission-calibration read to reach 100%. Do not disconnect AutoCal, cycle the ignition, start the engine, or unplug OBD-II while reading.
6. TURN THE IGNITION OFF — When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF, press OK, and wait for the device to finish.
7. CONNECT AUTOCAL TO THE COMPUTER — Disconnect AutoCal from the vehicle and connect it to the Windows computer by USB.
8. OPEN EFILIVE EXPLORER — Open EFILive Explorer, select F3: Data Files, then select Read.
9. LOCATE THE STOCK TCM READ — Find the original transmission calibration in the Read folder. Do not rename, modify, or overwrite it unless The Tune Shop instructs you.
10. COPY THE FILE — Copy or drag the stock TCM read to the Desktop or another known computer folder and verify the copy is present.
11. SEND THE FILE TO THE TUNE SHOP — Upload the stock TCM read to the existing The Tune Shop support request so vehicle history remains together. If no request exists, create a new The Tune Shop technical support request and attach the file.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Connect AutoCal to the Windows computer.
2. Open EFILive Explorer.
3. Open F3: Data Files, then select Tune.
4. Identify the exact tune being replaced.
5. Copy the existing file to the computer when a backup is appropriate.
6. Verify the backup exists and opens from the expected computer folder.
7. Delete only the obsolete tune being replaced.
8. Copy the new tune supplied by The Tune Shop.
9. Paste it into the AutoCal Tune folder.
10. Wait for the green transfer bar to finish completely before disconnecting.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
2. From Scan Tool, open Tuning Tool.
3. Select Program Full.
4. Select the .CTZ tune supplied by The Tune Shop and press OK.
5. If License ECU Now? appears, press OK to activate the VIN license.
6. Allow programming to reach 100%.
7. When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF and press OK.
8. Wait for the complete countdown.
9. Confirm the device returns to the programming menu, such as Program Full.
10. Disconnect AutoCal only after successful completion.
11. Verify the vehicle is safe and ready before starting the engine.

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Step-by-step instructions

1. STAGE 1 — Turn the ignition to ON/RUN and open Tuning Tool.
2. Select Program Full, choose A_Flash, and press OK.
3. If License ECU Now? appears, activate the license.
4. Allow the flash to reach 100%.
5. When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF, press OK, and complete the countdown.
6. STAGE 2 — Turn the ignition back to ON/RUN.
7. Navigate to Program Cal and press OK.
8. Allow the calibration flash to reach 100%.
9. When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF and press OK.
10. Confirm the device returns to or displays Program Cal.
11. Disconnect or start the vehicle only after successful completion and when safe.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
2. Connect AutoCal and open Tuning Tool.
3. Select Program CAL.
4. Select the appropriate TCM .CTZ file for AL5, A40, or A50.
5. Press OK and allow programming to reach 100%.
6. When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF and press OK.
7. Complete the displayed countdown.
8. Disconnect AutoCal.
9. Start the vehicle when safe and verify proper operation.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
2. Connect AutoCal and open Tuning Tool.
3. Select Program FULL.
4. Select the applicable A50 or T87 TCM .CTZ tune.
5. Press OK and allow programming to reach 100%.
6. When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF and press OK.
7. Complete the displayed countdown.
8. Disconnect AutoCal.
9. Start the vehicle when safe and verify proper operation.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Connect AutoCal to the Windows computer.
2. Open EFILive Explorer and F3: Data Files.
3. Inspect the Read and Tune folders.
4. Identify the exact existing TCM file and the replacement supplied by The Tune Shop.
5. Back up the existing TCM file when appropriate.
6. Verify the backup exists.
7. Remove only the obsolete or replaced TCM file.
8. Copy the new TCM tune and paste it into the Tune folder.
9. Wait for the transfer to finish completely.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN without starting the engine.
2. Open Tuning Tool and select Program Full.
3. Select the transmission tune supplied by The Tune Shop.
4. Allow Checking to reach 100%.
5. If License ECU Now? appears, confirm the license.
6. Allow Erasing and Flashing to reach 100%.
7. When Ignition off now appears, turn the ignition OFF and press OK.
8. Complete the displayed countdown before disconnecting.

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Step-by-step instructions

1. For approximately the first 40–50 miles, use a mild tune.
2. Keep throttle below approximately 50%.
3. Allow repeated normal upshift and downshift sequences.
4. Where applicable, allow 1–6 and 6–1 operation.
5. After the initial period, gradually increase throttle.
6. For switchable tuning, gradually increase tune level instead of immediately using maximum effort.

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Step-by-step instructions

1. Connect AutoCal and, from Scan Tool, press OK.
2. Select Record Data and press OK.
3. If controller selection is requested, use the controller reference.
4. Confirm recording has begun when the displayed counter starts increasing.
5. Drive or operate the vehicle under the exact condition The Tune Shop requested.
6. Capture the point where the concern occurs.
7. Keep diagnostic recordings approximately 12 minutes unless The Tune Shop requests otherwise.
8. On the menu described in the supplied procedure, press the UP arrow; when Exit? appears, press OK to save.
9. On a V3 interface that displays the X stop control, select X to stop and save.
10. Record the saved filename before disconnecting.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Connect AutoCal to the Windows computer.
2. Open EFILive Explorer.
3. Open F3: Data Files.
4. Select Scan.
5. Locate the required datalog.
6. Right-click the log and select Copy.
7. Paste it onto the desktop or another known folder.
8. Repeat for each additional log.
9. Verify the copied filenames before disconnecting.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Locate the existing The Tune Shop support request for this vehicle and order.
2. Attach the copied EFILive datalog file.
3. List the filename and tune level.
4. Describe the operating condition and what the vehicle was doing.
5. Describe the concern and approximately when it occurred in the log when known.
6. For example: Log 0001 — Tune Level: [level]; Condition: 0–60 acceleration; Throttle: wide open; Concern: [description].
7. For another example: Log 0002 — Tune Level: [level]; Condition: mild acceleration under load; Concern: [description].
8. Submit the update to the existing request, or create a new technical support request only when none exists.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Connect the EFILive device to the Windows laptop and vehicle as directed by The Tune Shop support.
2. Open the tune file supplied by The Tune Shop.
3. Open F7 Full Flash.
4. Activate the VIN license if required.
5. Leave the ignition in RUN with the engine off.
6. For CMD or CME Cummins controllers, uncheck FAST/CAN as specified in the supplied procedure.
7. For other applications, leave controller-specific options unchanged unless vehicle instructions say otherwise.
8. Select Full Flash and wait for programming to reach 100%.
9. When instructed, turn the ignition OFF and complete the countdown.
10. Disconnect only after The Tune Shop support confirms the operation is complete.

What you'll need

Step-by-step instructions

1. Check the Tune Shop product requirements before checkout.
2. If License ECU Now? appears during the applicable flash, confirm it to activate the required license.
3. Connect AutoCal to V8 Scan and Tune and open F7 Licenses when serial or authentication information is requested.
4. Do not purchase additional licensing until The Tune Shop confirms it is needed.
5. Apply activation information through the V8 licensing screen when supplied.