To avoid registry conflicts and Windows compatibility issues, it is frequently packaged as a Pre-installed VMware image.
A high-quality Lexia 3 interface with a Full Chip (921815C) revision is mandatory. Cheaper "Lite" versions often fail to communicate with newer ECUs.
Includes support for vehicles manufactured up to late 2020 and early 2021. Diagbox 9.96- Full Activated
Connect your Lexia 3 VCI to your USB port. In the VMware menu, ensure the "PSA VCI" is connected to the virtual machine, not the host computer.
Open VMware and "Open a Virtual Machine," selecting the downloaded 9.96 .vmx file. Includes support for vehicles manufactured up to late
Manually triggers components like cooling fans, fuel pumps, or dashboard lights to verify functionality.
⚠️ Connect a battery maintainer to the car. If the battery voltage drops below 12V during coding, the ECU could be "bricked" (permanently damaged).⚠️ Backup Settings: Always take screenshots or notes of original coding values before changing them.⚠️ Use Offline Mode: Since this is a patched version, never attempt to update the software through the official PSA servers, as this will revoke the activation. Open VMware and "Open a Virtual Machine," selecting
Most 9.96 distributions are "Full Activated," meaning the software is patched to bypass the online login requirements usually enforced by PSA (Stellantis).
Unlike generic diagnostic tools, Diagbox 9.96 provides deep access to the vehicle's proprietary systems. Key features include:
The 9.96 release is a significant update over older iterations like 7.83 or 9.68. It is specifically optimized to work with the Lexia 3 (PP2000) interface while providing a more modern user experience.