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Locating OEM-Approved ADAS Tools: General Motors
I-CAR · June 2, 2021 · General Motors, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac
Summary
This article outlines how to locate and purchase OEM-approved ADAS calibration tools and diagnostic software for General Motors vehicles. It directs technicians to the GM Tools and Equipment website and specifies that GM requires specific software (such as GDS2, Tech2Win, and Tech2Diagnostics) paired with a Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI/MDI2) rather than a proprietary physical scan tool.
What to do on the job
Access the GM Tools and Equipment website to search for required ADAS tools by part number or name, and ensure the correct GM diagnostic software (GDS2, Tech2Win) and an MDI/MDI2 interface are used as specified in the repair procedures.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity of utilizing GM-specific diagnostic software (GDS2/Tech2Win) and MDI/MDI2 hardware on estimates and supplements. It serves as official documentation that GM does not approve generic scan tools for these procedures and requires specific OEM-approved tooling found on their official tools website.
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