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RacingLine PDM
& App-Connect.
End-user Flashing Tool and Cable
- now with RacingLine PDM App-Connect.
Welcome to PDM from RacingLine.
The Power Delivery Module allows you to access the full RacingLine Performance Software calibration suite for your car from your laptop or mobile device.
Quickly and safely reflash your Engine Control Unit (ECU) and DSG Transmission Control Unit (TCU) anywhere with a wifi/phone connection.
What is PDM?
RacingLine's renowned Performance Software is powering thousands of cars all over the globe. Power Delivery Module is our latest user option to further enhance your Performance Software experience.
PDM is our end-user tool to allow you install the RacingLine calibrations yourself. By purchasing the PDM Tool, you'll get access to exactly the same full Software Suite as your RacingLine Performance Dealer does.
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But the difference is that the PDM tool allows you to install, remove, upgrade or change your calibration yourself, any time, any where. And paired with our new PDM App-Connect you can control your tuning choices from your mobile phone/tablet, wherever you are, whenever you want.
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Of course the PDM tool is not required to enjoy our Performance Software, and won't be everyone's choice. Our expert network of trusted Software Specialists remains on-hand to supply and install your calibration for you if you prefer.
Why choose
PDM & App-Connect?
Instead of going to your local dealer, PDM gives you the option to take full control of your RacingLine Software.
Install your software, upgrade to the next stage of tuning, vary between fuel octanes and even flash the car back to stock. All from the comfort of your own garage or driveway, at any time.
Even better, by installing the free PDM App-Connect on your phone or tablet you can perform these functions direct from your device.
And, best of all, as all RacingLine Performance Software comes with our Free Upgrades programme, there’s zero cost to switch between any of the calibrations available for your vehicle.
How does PDM work?
RacingLine’s PCM flashing process couldn’t be easier. The beautiful billet PCM Tool plugs securely into the car’s OBD-2 port, using your Windows laptop or tablet to access the full suite of RacingLine Performance Software available for your vehicle.
The system automatically reads your VIN number and ECU type for instant identification. Select which RacingLine Performance Software calibrations is right for your car’s hardware and fuel grade used. Then quickly and easily re-flash your ECU and/or TCU.
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And, via PDM App-Connect, you can perform all these same functions from the convenience of your smartphone.
PDM App-Connect
One of the most exciting features of the RacingLine PDM interface is the App-Connect control from your smartphone.
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Once you've purchased and installed your PDM system, simply download the free App onto your Apple or Android phone or tablet, and take full control of your tuning from your device, wherever you are at the time (providing you have phone/data coverage).
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Your smartphone can now connect wirelessly to the PDM dongle, which is connected via the OBD port.
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Tune your car using your smartphone
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Swap between different fuel grades
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Change to different tune level
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Activate Theft-Protect (where available)
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Return to stock any time
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Check for fault codes (DTCs) and erase
Download your
PDM App-Connect:
How to purchase PDM.
To access this flexible world of home flashing, you’ll need to purchase the PDM Flashing Tool and Cable from a RacingLine Authorised Dealer. Now you have the tool, you will then need to buy the Performance Software itself, in the form of a Digital Access Key for your car. Choose ECU, TCU or a bundle deal for both.
Once authorised, the intuitive PDM Install Software will automatically detect your vehicle's ECU and VIN number, and present you with the list of compatible engine ECU and transmission tunes available. Choose your tune, and in a matter of minutes the system will guide you through the process to transform your vehicle’s performance. It couldn’t be simpler.
Which cars?
PDM isn't available for all ECU types right now.
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We have our three most popular engine types available to work with PDM:
2.0 TSI EA888 gen.4
2.0 TSI EA888 gen.3
2.5 TFSI EA855 EVO
2.9 V6 TT EA839
4.0 V8 TT EA835
3.0 V6 TDI EA897 EV0 2
Envious friends?
Friends and family interested? Once you have purchased your PDM unit, as it isn’t tied to a specific vehicle VIN, you can then use the tool as many times as you like, on as many different cars as you wish.
Simply get back in touch with your RacingLine Software Dealer, purchase the Performance Software Digital Access Key for the next car, and as soon as it’s authorised you’ll be able to flash that vehicle, plus any previously flashed ones, in exactly the same way via the PDM system.
Return to Stock.
Anytime.
The PDM system stores your stock factory ECU calibration on the RacingLine Server. Meaning you can return your vehicle back to factory ECU programming at any time, quickly and easily.
Upgrade to
higher stages.
Upgraded your car’s hardware? Once all the minimum hardware requirements are met, as RacingLine Performance Software comes with our Free Upgrades programme, there will be no further charges to upgrade to the next levels of available calibrations ever again.
Switch between
fuel octanes.
Headed to the dragstrip? Or taking a long trip to an area where you can’t guarantee fuel quality? Simply plug in your PDM to switch to a different fuel octane file for your stage of tuning. Most RacingLine Performance Software calibrations include options of 95, 98 or 102 RON.
PDM
Install Software.
RacingLine’s own intuitive PDM Install Software is included with your PDM purchase and will run on your Windows 10 laptop or tablet. This Install Software allows the PDM Tool to communicate with your vehicle's ECU to flash software tunes, upgrade, return to stock and update.
System requirements.
Requirements for Windows-Based End User Flashing:
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Windows 10/11 Laptop with available USB Port
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Power supply for laptop
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Secure Wired (or very stable WiFi) High-Speed Internet Connection
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Battery Charger, 20AMP minimum (CTEK Brand recommended)
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Available electrical outlets
PDM Kit contents.
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PCM Tool OBD-II
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USB-C to USB-C Cable
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USB-C to USB-A Adapter
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Robust RacingLine Carrying Case
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User Credentials (provided via email)
PDM Install Guide.
We've designed the whole PCM Install system to be completely intuitive to guide you through every step from start to finish.
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However, to assist you, please follow the online PDM : INSTALL GUIDE linked below, or download the printable version if you'd prefer to work from a hard copy:
