Description
August 7, 2026 — Friday | Full Day Session (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST)
This full-day, hands-on course provides automotive locksmiths with practical, foundational training in soldering, desoldering, and working with EEPROM components inside automotive ECUs and immobilizer modules. Designed to build real confidence at the module level, the class walks students through safe handling, precision techniques, and the essential electronic workflows used in modern key programming and immobilizer repair.
Each student will be provided with soldering equipment and will gain direct experience identifying EEPROM components, acquiring data, and performing controlled modifications using industry-standard tools.
What You'll Learn
Soldering & Desoldering Fundamentals
- Proper soldering techniques for automotive modules
- Safe desoldering methods to avoid component and board damage
- Best practices for working with ECUs and immobilizer modules
EEPROM Basics
- EEPROM identification and function
- In-circuit reading techniques
- EEPROM removal, reinstallation, and verification
Tools & Real-World Application
- Using VVDI Prog, Tango, and laptop-based software
- Acquiring, reading, and modifying EEPROM data
- Data handling techniques to support key programming and troubleshooting
Hands-On Module Practice Guided exercises using real-world modules, including Toyota ECU, Saab CIM, Volvo Blue/Black Box, BMW EWS3/EWS4, and Mercedes-Benz EIS.
Class Format: Students work in pairs using identical modules to complete guided, real-time exercises alongside the instructors. Training begins with simple in-circuit EEPROM examples and progresses to more advanced techniques — building skills, confidence, and precision step by step.
Who Should Attend: Automotive locksmiths looking to expand into module-level work, immobilizer repair, and EEPROM-based key programming, or those building a strong foundation before advancing to more complex electronic diagnostics.
Event Details
Take advantage of our room block discount at the host hotel: Book Your Room Here!
InterContinental New Orleans — 444 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
(Important: The St. Charles Garage max height is 6'8". The bottom floor is approximately 12 ft but space is limited. The venue recommends the surface lot at 314 Camp St., just behind the hotel, for oversized paid parking.)