Programming a new key for your Alfa Romeo Stelvio (2018-2023) can be a straightforward process if you know where to locate the bypass connection. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to program a key without removing the instrument cluster, using a FCA 12+8 bypass cable with 2-pin.
Tools You’ll Need
Xhorse Mini OBD tool (or a compatible key programming device)
FCA bypass cable (with 2 pins, black and red wires)
Basic prying tools
The Mini OBD tool is used to read the vehicle’s pin code and program the new key. The key programming process involves placing the new key in the bottom section of the center armrest and pressing the unlock button.
NOTE: Xhorse FCA bypass cable does not have 2-pin. You can use xtool/obdstar FCA 12+8 bypass cables or Lonsdor L-JCD Cable.
Problem:
I have failed to update the Xhorse VVDI Mini OBD Tool firmware from 1.0.5 to 2.0.1. I have no luck in the App or via the Upgrade kit. Is there any solution?
Solution:
If failed to update mini obd tool firmware from 1.5.0 to V2.0.1, replace battery of mini obd tool.
Replace a new battery (CR2032), update firmware and sync device again.
Possible to read pin code for Opel Insignia with xhorse vvdi mini obd tool?
Yes, it is possible and easy to read pin code for Opel Insignia. Do the same in vvdi key tool max pro.
Go to IMMO Programming->Opel->Read PIN Code->Select Type 5 (IPC)
Read 4-digit pin code successfully.
Then you can add key with pin code.
User feedback:
Opel Insignia, successfully key Add.
Done very simple in 20 min.
Some users reported that they have problems updating vvdi mini obd tool firmware and sync device.
If the version is lower than 1.5.0, try several times, change PC or network, if all failed, device information is missing. Need to send back for repair.
If the version is 2.1.50, disassemble the device, replace a new battery, update firmware and sync device again.
Sync device again after replacing battery. Then update firmware via Upgrade kit again.
Follow steps below to replace battery.
If Xhorse VVDI Mini OBD tool asks to update the firmware to V1.5.0 or above using the Xhorse Upgrade kit, here are the upgrade tips. Update is done via Upgrade kit from PC (not phone).
First of all, update Xhorse upgrade kit to 1.8.2 online or directly install Upgrade kit 1.8.2.
Select device as MiniOBD1 and version 1.5.0.
Press Upgrade.
Update firmware successfully.
If it is not possible to update from the Upgrade kit on PC, for example Win11, you may need to install the xhorse upgrade kit system driver.
Then update Upgrade kit to 1.8.2
Then update xhorse mini obd tool to 1.5.0.