Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
CIP Functions - If No (Non MOST-Bus Vehicles with VO)
Select the module to be reprogrammed
Or
Select "Retrofits" if an accessory function/feature is to be added or deleted.
Example: DME/DDE was selected on previous screen.
Programming is selected if:
- Checking for availability of updated software for selected control module.
- It is known that updated software is available for the selected control module. Replacement is selected if a module was replaced.
EWS is selected if:
- Alignment of EWS & DME must be performed
Example: Programming was selected on previous Screen.
Upon selecting "Update software" a measures plan will be generated that is specific to the module selected.
A measures plan for the selected system/module is displayed.
A measures plan identifies the programmed part number for the control module(s) installed:
- "Old part no. progr. ctrl. mod." - indicates p/n for software currently installed.
- "New part no. progr. ctrl. mod." - indicates the p/n if the module is updated, by accepting the displayed measures plan the module will be updated to the new number and software.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.