Open Flash Tablet - OFT TIPS Trick’s & FAQ

[Koa]

Originally Posted by BlackMonarch

If we're offering free copies of Parallel, I'll take one. My Macbook would be so much more convenient than running back and forth from my desktop...

Bootcamp is also a free utility on Macs that allows multiple partitions. I'd try that out- guaranteed to work because the Windows OS is on its own partition on factory code

[BlackMonarch]

Ah. May look in to that! Thanks!

[MokSpeed]

Noob question again. Will I be able to pass an emissions test without flashing the ECU back to stock?

[Aussie]

Originally Posted by Jyn

Yes, it's basically a virtual machine for OS X. Parallels lets you operate Windows in 2 modes - where Windows operates its programs as individual windows in OS X (it'd be like each program is a little app is probably the best way to describe it), or you can go full-screen Windows desktop mode (what I use).

And yes, you need to provide your own valid copy of Windows. I used a college program back when I was an undergraduate - many colleges have a deal with Microsoft to offer the OS for very cheap (< $20).

For what its worth I use VMWare 7 on my MacBook running OS X 10.10.2. I initially tried Windows XP without success but once I created a Windows 7 virtual machine all was good.

[Jyn]

Originally Posted by BlackMonarch

If we're offering free copies of Parallel, I'll take one. My Macbook would be so much more convenient than running back and forth from my desktop...

Lol not free, but I'd sell it for about $20 shipped.

Originally Posted by Koa

Bootcamp is also a free utility on Macs that allows multiple partitions. I'd try that out- guaranteed to work because the Windows OS is on its own partition on factory code

Bootcamp was what i considered too, but I didn't want to have to restart and I like the dynamic sizing of Parallels.

[Silver Ignition]

Originally Posted by MokSpeed

Noob question again. Will I be able to pass an emissions test without flashing the ECU back to stock?

Not sure how your state tests emissions but I think you'll be ok. In NY it's an OBD2 emissions test looking for a check engine light and if there's no code then you pass.

[Bobblehead]

This will most likely sound very dumb, and possibly "squady/squidy," but I'd like to know the answer.

With the stage 1 tune, the FA20 makes an induction/valve tick noise at around 4K RPM. What is it exactly? I understand its "normal" but what is making the noise? Could it be something with the cams or sprockets? And lastly, the dumb question, is it a healthy noise? Will there be any kind of damage in the long run from running with this noise?

Thanks!

[tracerit]

Any ideas on how to proceed if my CALIBRATION Codes are different form what is shown on the computer and on the OFT?

On the computer and Information (on tablet) it shows A01C
Under Tuning, ECU Info on the tablet it shows as B01C

[Shiv@Openflash]

Originally Posted by tracerit

Any ideas on how to proceed if my CALIBRATION Codes are different form what is shown on the computer and on the OFT?

On the computer and Information (on tablet) it shows A01C
Under Tuning, ECU Info on the tablet it shows as B01C

This is normal. All the current USDM 6MT v2 maps is based upon B01C rom. So once you load a map, it will always show B01C when you look at ECU info. Despite you having to still load A01C compatible files. This is because your original/stock file was still A01C.

[Celadrielas]

Originally Posted by Shiv@Openflash

This is normal...

Originally Posted by Bobblehead

With the stage 1 tune, the FA20 makes an induction/valve tick noise at around 4K RPM. What is it exactly? I understand its "normal" but what is making the noise? Could it be something with the cams or sprockets? And lastly, the dumb question, is it a healthy noise? Will there be any kind of damage in the long run from running with this noise?

Thanks!

Shiv, Any concepts / solutions on this one? I am interested as well

[tracerit]

Originally Posted by Shiv@Openflash

This is normal. All the current USDM 6MT v2 maps is based upon B01C rom. So once you load a map, it will always show B01C when you look at ECU info. Despite you having to still load A01C compatible files. This is because your original/stock file was still A01C.

So don't load B01C maps then and stick with A01C?

[Malt]

Originally Posted by tracerit

So don't load B01C maps then and stick with A01C?

If your original ROM was A01C then the openflash software will not allow you to load anything other than the A01C Roms. What Shiv is saying that the bases files all new 6mt tunes are based off the B01C rom and have had their calIDs changed to work with your ECU. In effect its just like going to the dealership and having the newest CalID loaded onto your ECU, without all the hassle.

[BlackMonarch]

Out of curiosity, similar to ECUTek, the new ROM's bring us current with the whole injector seal fix, correct?

[Jyn]

Every time I try to download the v2.063 files from the OpenFlash website, it says the .zip is corrupted. Anyone got a working copy they can send me?