Unlike standard 10-digit passwords used for older equipment, newer Caterpillar Electronic Control Modules (ECMs) require these 18-digit codes to authorize critical changes, such as engine re-rating or clearing deep-seated diagnostic history.

Technicians use the 18-digit generator to perform the following high-level tasks:

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The technician plugs in a security USB key (which often uses a credit/token system) and uploads the HTML file to the local generator software.