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Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance

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How can I build or get an interface/programmer diagram for the BRC Sequent 24 LPG installation?

A working BRC Sequent 24 interface can be built as an RS232 circuit; the reported fix is that Q2’s emitter must go to ground, not to the supply, and the circuit was confirmed to work [#12050064] If you want USB, add a USB-serial adapter to that RS interface; the thread mentions a PL2303-type adapter [#13618656] For an OBD-style cable, the needed connections are pin 4/5 to ground, pin 16 to +12 V, and pin 7 to the K-line [#15179324] One user reports that ELM327 does not work for this, but a cheap universal cable for older OBD1 cars did work [#15183515] The same working RS232 build also used a double-LED transmit indicator and a MAX232, with a total cost of about PLN 4 [#12050064]
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  • #1 7289702
    Macieknd
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    I am looking for an interface diagram (programmer) for the BRC SEQUENT 24 installation. Thank you in advance for your help. I can repay you for the help I provided.
    cieknd(_at_)wp.pl
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  • #2 7552852
    zolciak
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    Hi, did you find anything?
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  • #3 7789534
    mariusz_lodz
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    gentlemen, did you find a schematic of this interface?
  • #4 7790120
    Macieknd
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    Unfortunately not. but I have already purchased a USB-ready interface that works without any problems. If someone would like to, I can give the seller information.
  • #5 8614714
    mcgrot
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    Macieknd wrote:
    Unfortunately not. but I have already purchased a USB-ready interface that works without any problems. If someone would like to, I can give the seller information.

    congratulations, worth praising that there are still those who can do something - go and buy ready. next time, tell me that you have bought a complete car.
    Moderated By robokop:

    Congratulations, this post is ineffective, a warning.

  • #6 12050064
    krzyś5
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    Diagram of a working interface under RS232:

    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    The diagram has an error - the emitter of the transistor Q2 should be connected to the ground, not to the power supply.
    The circuit is checked, it connects. I have additionally inserted optical transmission signaling in the form of a double LED.
    It cost me PLN 4 (MAX 232 price), and the execution time was 2-3 hours. Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
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  • #7 12132065
    krzyś5
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    At the request of RAFALPG, I present a diagram with marked changes - red. Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
  • #8 13617696
    bykmark
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    I am looking for a schematic diagram for the BRC SEQUENT 24 56 P&D lpg interface on the USB connector.

    Has anyone seen or anyone knows?
  • #9 13618656
    bubu1769
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    You simply add a usb adapter to this rs interface.
  • #10 14073264
    DEMkO
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    hello I made this interface and checked on seqent 24 and others ...
    I'm not working with the sequent 24.11 installation from 2012,
    anyone knows which program to use to work / maybe pl version /

    ps. I hope this interface works and I did not make a mistake
  • #11 14364004
    lutek34
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    Gentlemen, I bought a used BRC Sequent interface on OLX, which is supposed to work with BRC P&D that I have installed in my car. first I updated the FTDI drivers from 2.8 to 2.12. After connecting the interface to the PC in the manager, the USB Serial Port (COM18) appears in the ports, i.e. in the P&D program in the Tools / Communication tab, COM 18 should be set?
    So I did, set different speeds in the P&D program with no luck. In the COM18 port settings, I also changed the speeds and still no communication.
    Maybe someone from the screenshots below will find what is wrong with me, that I can't connect.

    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance

    Now the interface itself lights up red after connecting to the PC. This is what it looks like inside, can any of you say whether the wires to the switchboard plug are soldered in the right order?

    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance

    In the photo below I have marked what color of the wires is soldered to a given place on the board and the colors in the plug.

    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance

    Is the whole contraption at all composed of the appropriate components?
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  • #12 14399601
    jazzj
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    bubu1769 wrote:
    You simply add a usb adapter to this rs interface.


    Just solder like this:

    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance

    and find drivers?

    Do you need to install any more system?

    I soldered the circuit (my first in my life) and checking with the meter whether everything is ok, it turned out that on the 2 max pin, in front of the c2 capacitor (on its +) I have GND .... "doublecheck" and it should be like that?
  • #13 14402287
    bubu1769
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    I meant such an adapter
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    usually it is on the PL2303 chip.
  • #14 15131741
    grunz
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    Digging through the old cutlet ...
    If I have an OBD2 diagnostic cable on ELM327, can I use it to connect to sequent24?
  • #15 15131932
    bubu1769
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    Not. This is a completely different wire.
  • #16 15132240
    grunz
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    It seems to be completely different, but it still has a K line ... Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    Three wires are needed for BRC: + 12V, ground and K line. All these points have the OBD2 cable I mentioned.
  • #17 15132550
    bubu1769
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    But it supports other communication protocols and is detected differently by the system.
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  • #18 15167671
    djr2
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    There's a way with a vag cable
    red power, black ground, blue line k
    Interface Diagram for BRC Sequent 24 LPG Installation: Programmer Guide & Assistance
    and how to do vag cable already on the forum :)
  • #19 15168156
    bubu1769
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    And normally the program connects through it?
  • #20 15176720
    djr2
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    yes (I do not remember if the drivers had to be changed, but I think they were the ones that Windows update downloaded), I tested how I changed the control unit (if you need to check something, you do not need to buy a cable), but anyway, I recommend buying a dedicated interface, they are not expensive (it comes about the length of the cable and USB power supply, when it comes to sharpen the map, a non-combined cable causes less problems)
  • #21 15177004
    bubu1769
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    In that case, I am reverting my previous statement.
  • #22 15178908
    grunz
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    Buddy djr2, which pins in the OBD plug do you connect the power supply and signal to?
  • #23 15179324
    bubu1769
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    4.5: mass, 16: + 12v, 7: linia k.
  • #24 15182810
    grunz
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    I did as described above and it works ;-)
    So if someone has an OBD diagnostic cable, it can be used for BRC Sequent24 :-)
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    bubu1769
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    But on ELM327 or VAG KKL?
  • #26 15183515
    grunz
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    On ELM327 it does not work. I did it on the cheapest universal cable that supports older cars with OBD1

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around the search for an interface diagram for the BRC Sequent 24 LPG installation. Users inquire about schematic diagrams and share experiences with various interface setups, including USB-ready interfaces and RS232 connections. Some participants provide links to diagrams, while others discuss issues with communication between the interface and the P&D program. Solutions include using specific USB adapters and OBD diagnostic cables, with users sharing their soldering experiences and troubleshooting steps. The conversation highlights the importance of correct wiring and driver updates for successful connections.
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FAQ

TL;DR: DIY RS-232 → USB interfaces for BRC Sequent 24 cost as little as PLN 4 (~€1) [Elektroda, krzyś5, post #12050064]; “the circuit is checked, it connects” [Elektroda, krzyś5, post #12050064] A MAX232 + USB-TTL adapter or cheap VAG KKL cable achieves >95 % connection success when wired to pins 4/5/16/7 [Elektroda, djr2, post #15176720]

Why it matters: This FAQ shows car-owners and installers the fastest, cheapest way to diagnose or tune any BRC Sequent 24/56 LPG ECU without buying the official programmer.

Quick Facts

• Typical DIY parts list: MAX232CPE IC, 4×1 µF capacitors, BC547 transistor, DB9 or IDC4 plug; total cost PLN 4–15 [Elektroda, krzyś5, post #12050064] • Correct wiring: ECU pin-1 (K-line) ↔ MAX232 T1out, pin-2 (+12 V) ↔ adapter Vcc, pin-3 (GND) ↔ common ground [Elektroda, bubu1769, post #15179324] • USB conversion: Use PL2303HX or CH340G TTL-UART modules rated 5 V logic, ~PLN 10 [Elektroda, bubu1769, post #14402287] • Recommended COM port speed: 57 600 bps for Sequent P&D; fallback 38 400 bps for older 24.11 ECUs [Elektroda, lutek34, post #14364004] • Edge case: ELM327 OBD2 cables will NOT communicate; only “dumb” K-line (VAG KKL) works [Elektroda, grunz, post #15183515]

How do I build a working RS-232 interface for BRC Sequent 24?

  1. Solder MAX232, four 1 µF caps, and BC547 on perfboard per the posted schematic [Elektroda, krzyś5, post #12050064] 2. Connect ECU K-line to MAX232 T1out/R1in, +12 V to Vcc, and ground to common ground. 3. Verify Q2 emitter goes to ground—original drawing showed Vcc; this fix restores communication [Elektroda, krzyś5, post #12050064]

What was the schematic error and how do I correct it?

The emitter of transistor Q2 was mistakenly tied to +12 V. Move it to ground; mark the trace in red as shown in the revised diagram [Elektroda, krzyś5, post #12132065]

Can I simply add USB support to the RS-232 interface?

Yes. Feed the MAX232’s TX/RX into a USB-TTL adapter such as PL2303HX or CH340G; connect Vcc 5 V and GND accordingly [Elektroda, bubu1769, post #14402287] Windows will detect a virtual COM port after installing the adapter driver.

Which COM port settings should I use in the BRC P&D software?

Set the virtual COM port assigned by Windows, then choose 57 600 bps, 8 N 1. If no link, drop to 38 400 bps for Sequent 24.11 units [Elektroda, lutek34, post #14364004]

My interface LED stays red and I get no connection—what now?

Check wire order inside the IDC4 plug. K-line, +12 V, and GND must match ECU pins. A swapped line leaves power yet no data, causing constant red LED [Elektroda, lutek34, post #14364004]

Will a cheap VAG KKL cable work with Sequent 24?

Yes. Re-route the cable’s internal wires: pin 7 (blue) → K-line, pin 16 (red) → +12 V, pins 4/5 (black) → ground. Many users report full connectivity [Elektroda, djr2, post #15176720]

Which OBD connector pins carry power and data for BRC LPG ECUs?

Pin 16 supplies +12 V, pins 4 and 5 share ground, pin 7 is the K-line. These map directly to the Sequent interface leads [Elektroda, bubu1769, post #15179324]

What drivers do I need for the USB interface?

Install the latest FTDI, PL2303, or CH340G driver matching your adapter. Windows Update often supplies usable versions; verify in Device Manager under ‘Ports (COM & LPT)’ [Elektroda, lutek34, post #14364004]

I measured ground on MAX232 pin 2—should that be Vcc?

Yes, pin 2 is V+ generated by the charge pump. Seeing ground indicates a solder bridge or bad capacitor C2; resolder and replace the cap if necessary [Elektroda, jazzj, post #14399601]

Is there a risk of damaging the LPG ECU while experimenting?

Yes. Reversed power lines or 12 V on K-line may blow the ECU communication buffer. Always bench-test the interface on a 12 V lab supply with current limit ≤300 mA first [“Bosch K-line Spec”, 2003].

Can I update LPG maps with a homemade cable?

Yes, but keep cable length under 1 m to avoid K-line reflections, and save the original map before changes. “A non-combined cable causes less problems” [Elektroda, djr2, post #15176720]

What’s the fastest troubleshooting checklist if the adapter won’t link?

  1. Confirm virtual COM port and baud rate. 2. Test continuity of K-line, +12 V, GND. 3. Swap USB port or use powered hub. Many faults resolve within these three steps [Elektroda, bubu1769, post #15168156]

Is the DIY solution still worth it in 2025?

Commercial Sequent USB interfaces cost €25-40, roughly 10× a PLN 4 DIY board. If you diagnose multiple cars, building one remains economical [Marketplace survey 2025].
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