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.
Software Update
Connect the USB drive containing valid software update files for the cockpit control module, and then click "Software Update" to display updatable ECMs.
Check the software version, and select OK to perform software update.
Follow the instructions on the screen, and start the vehicle again as necessary.
When ACC is turned off, the switch is reset to initial setting (OFF) unless the user actively turns the switch to OFF.
- MSOC
- V-CPU
- DSP
- Radio Tuner
- CID
- SXM
- MAP (only for models with navigation)
- The user cannot operate the information bar area, temperature adjustment, and home switch.Β
- CCM has two program partitions.Β
- One is a foreground partition (program execution partition), and the other is a background partition (mirror partition).Β
- Upon completion of software update, the new program is copied from the foreground partition to the background partition for the preparation of the next update.Β
- During execution of this process, the user cannot start another software update.Β
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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