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New Diagnostic Strategy: Reprogram Control Modules Before Replacement

New Diagnostic Strategy: Reprogram Control Modules Before Replacement

As Over-the-Air (OTA) updates and Vehicle-Wide-Programming become more commonplace on GM vehicles, a new diagnostic strategy is being implemented to better address performance concerns related to control module updates and […]

August 22, 2025
SPS Events Soon to Require Hard-Wired Connection to MDI 2

SPS Events Soon to Require Hard-Wired Connection to MDI 2

As Service Programming System (SPS) events become larger in size and more frequent for all GM models, it’s important to ensure the most reliable connection method to the MDI 2. […]

June 17, 2025
Windows 10 Support Ending Soon

Windows 10 Support Ending Soon

Microsoft has announced it will discontinue free support of the Windows 10 operating system (OS) on October 14, 2025. The Techline Customer Support Center (TCSC) will continue to support personal […]

June 17, 2025
Vehicle-Wide Programming Status Summary Now Includes All Control Modules

Vehicle-Wide Programming Status Summary Now Includes All Control Modules

The Vehicle-Wide Programming (VWP) feature in Techline Connect (TLC) has been updated with several enhancements in the latest software release. VWP, which allows multiple control modules to be programmed during […]

May 30, 2025
MDI 2 Order Lead Times Update

MDI 2 Order Lead Times Update

The EL-52100 MDI 2 is required for control module programming, configuration and setup on GM vehicles equipped with the Vehicle Intelligence Platform (VIP) electrical architecture. (Fig. 2)   Fig. 2 […]

March 12, 2025
Guidelines for Successful Installation of GM Accessories

Guidelines for Successful Installation of GM Accessories

Before installing a variety of GM Accessories, such as keyless entry, upsize wheels and tires, lights/cargo lamps and others, on GM vehicles, it’s important to check for vehicle compatibility, if […]

February 26, 2025
New 2024 Dealer Infrastructure & Security Guidelines Update Firewall Exclusions and SPS USB Requirements

New 2024 Dealer Infrastructure & Security Guidelines Update Firewall Exclusions and SPS USB Requirements

With rapidly changing technology being utilized throughout the dealership environment, the GM Dealer Infrastructure & Security Guidelines (DISG) have been updated to help dealers maintain reliable data communications, establish security […]

November 26, 2024
Long TCSC Hold Times – Counterfeit MDI Devices

Long TCSC Hold Times – Counterfeit MDI Devices

Recently, the Techline Connect Support Center (TCSC) has received a substantial increase in call volume. As the increase in calls drives up the wait time to talk to an agent, […]

October 10, 2024
Techline Customer Support Center Introduces Dealer Case Management Support

Techline Customer Support Center Introduces Dealer Case Management Support

The Techline Customer Support Center (TCSC) has introduced Dealer Case Management (DCM) support for all inbound cases. The DCM system (U.S.) enables dealership technicians to create, view and update Techline […]

September 30, 2024
New Vehicle-Wide Programming for Software Updates

New Vehicle-Wide Programming for Software Updates

With its enhanced capacity and ability to manage technology complexity, the GM Vehicle Intelligence Platform (VIP) electrical architecture offers the capability of managing over 100 electronic control modules. When necessary, […]

August 23, 2024
Resolving Service Programming System Errors

Resolving Service Programming System Errors

There are several Service Programming System (SPS) errors that can be resolved by following some basic steps, and do not require replacing the control module, on 2000-2025 GM models. No […]

July 23, 2024
Signing In to Techline Connect

Signing In to Techline Connect

The Techline Connect (TLC) application does not support GlobalConnect user IDs or PC login IDs that include spaces or special symbols. Using IDs with these characters may lead to possible […]

June 14, 2024
Techline Update Manager

Techline Update Manager

The Techline Update Manager application is currently part of a staggered update to Techline Connect, with additional dealerships receiving the update weekly. The new Techline Update Manager (TUM), which is […]

May 31, 2024
MDI 2 Advanced Setup Technical Tips Update

MDI 2 Advanced Setup Technical Tips Update

With the MDI Manager application software, the MDI 2 can be configured to communicate with a PC using several possible networks, such as a USB cable, ethernet cable, Wireless Local […]

February 20, 2024
Diagnose Non-GM Vehicles with the TechPRO Professional Aftermarket Diagnostic App

Diagnose Non-GM Vehicles with the TechPRO Professional Aftermarket Diagnostic App

The MAHLE TechPRO Professional Aftermarket Diagnostics application (Fig. 9) was recently introduced by GM Customer Care and Aftersales to help U.S. dealerships with diagnosing non-GM vehicles. The diagnostic app provides […]

December 15, 2023
New Techline Connect Browser Launch Makes Signing In Easy

New Techline Connect Browser Launch Makes Signing In Easy

A new feature will make logging into Techline Connect easier and quicker for users. Previously, Techline Connect had its own unique login, using the Techline Connect desktop icon, and users […]

October 13, 2023