It's time to tune.💪 This is an in-depth lesson on how to use VCM Editor, the vehicle control module editing software in our VCM Suite package. In this lesson, we encourage you to grab your laptop and follow along.💻
Whether or not you're new to using VCM Editor, Tony shares some helpful tips that could save you time and money when tuning your next vehicle. He also answers some common questions like how to disable PATS, how to adjust your fueling system at idle and IAT, how to read just the ECM or TCM, and more.
Have more VCM Editor questions? Comment below, or visit the help center: https://bit.ly/3uQdAv9
Did you miss our VCM Scanner lesson? Watch it here: How to Use VCM Scanner (In-depth lesson)
Watch our credits and licensing video next: HP Tuners Credits and Licensing Explained
Instructor Bio | Who is Tony Gonyon?
You might recognize Tony from other tuning YouTube videos on the internet or from his personal tuning shop. Tony has been tuning vehicles for nearly 40 years—that's longer than some of you have been alive. After serving in the U.S. Navy as a Navy Aviation Warfare Operator, he's dedicated his time to helping enthusiasts and tuning shops learn everything there is to know about tuning. Tony is well-versed in all platforms, with particular expertise in Ford vehicles.
Chapters⬇️
0:00 Intro
0:55 VCM Editor Buttonology
1:19 Saving (as) a file
1:52 Edit - Tune Details
2:28 Edit - Remote Tuning
2:55 Edit - Tune History
3:33 Edit - User-Defined Parameters
3:55 Edit- Template Applicator
4:35 Edit - Parameter Navigator
5:10 Edit - Basic vs. Advanced View
5:29 Compare Function
7:32 Segment Swapper
7:55 How to read and write a vehicle
8:14 Tools - Unit Conversion
8:55 Tools - Calculator
9:50 Tools - Language and Measurement System Options
10:18 Template Editor
11:01 Window Options
12:09 Help Menu
12:41 License Information
13:10 Resync Interface
13:40 VCM Suite Information (info log)
14:36 MPVI Application Keys
14:56 MPVI2 Verification Code
15:16 Parameter Access (Advanced Parameter training)
15:36 About - Updating VCM Editor
15:59 Building your tune
16:21 Credit & Licensing
16:54 Buttonology part 2
18:58 Tool bar - Favorites
19:31 Tool bar - OS
20:04 Engine Controls
26:04 Engine Diagnostics
27:23 Transmission Controls
29:30 Transmission Diagnostics
30:00 Fuel System
30:55 Fan System
31:06 Speedometer (speed limiter)
31:38 How to just read the ECM
32:08 How to adjust fueling depending on IAT
32:38 How to adjust fueling at idle
34:04 How to add spark
35:16 Torque Management tuning
36:28 Copying files from one vehicle to another
38:24 How to disable PATS
40:03 Final thoughts
Tuning and Diagnostic Resources: ⬇️
VCM Suite Help Center: https://bit.ly/3O3TB2U
VCM Scanner Help Center: https://bit.ly/3IElA8g
VCM Editor Help Center: https://bit.ly/3uQdAv9
HP Tuners Forum: https://bit.ly/3SnJskQ
Helpful Articles: https://bit.ly/3PTPqbv
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