Consult-II Software Cards (ITB00-017B)

CONSULT-II SOFTWARE CARDS

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

SERVICE INFORMATION

APPLIED VEHICLES:  All CONSULT-II Compatible Infiniti Vehicles

There are three software cards used with the CONSULT-II tester: Diagnostics, NATS and ECU (Electronic Control Unit) Reprogramming. Updates for all three cards are available through ASIST.

If you have trouble with the operation of any card, you can restore the latest software with ASIST. Refer to the specific software card procedure provided in this bulletin for detail.

1. Diagnostic (red and white) Software Card (see Figure 1): 

   Figure 1 

   The Diagnostic software card is used for diagnosis of:

   • Engine
   • Automatic Transmission
   • Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
   • Airbag
   • In-Vehicle Multiplexing System (IVMS)
   • Active Suspension
   • Low Tire Pressure Warning System
   • Smart Entrance
   • Cruise Control (ASCD)
   • Traction Control System (TCS)
   • HICAS
   • All Mode 4 WD
   • Auto Drive Positioner
   • Audio Visual and Navigation System
2. NATS (Purple) Software Card (see Figure 2): 

   Figure 2 

   The NATS software card is used for diagnosis and initialization of: 

   • Nissan Anti-Theft System (NATS)
   • In-Vehicle Communication System (IVCS)
3. ECU (Orange) Reprogramming Software Card (see Figure 3): 

   Figure 3 

   The ECU Reprogramming software card is used for:

   • Engine Control Unit (ECU) Reprogramming
   • Transmission Control Module (TCM) Reprogramming

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Use the procedure below to perform software updates from the ASIST PC to CONSULT-II. 

1. Insert the card you would like to update into slot "A" of CONSULT-II (see Figure 4  ).

   Figure 4 

2. Connect the AC power supply to CONSULT-II.
3. Connect CONSULT-II to the ASIST PC with the special Ethernet cable (P/N 02002554, printed on the cable) contained in the CONSULT-II kit.
   NOTE: DO NOT USE the network cable attached to the Infinitinet network.
   NOTE: Connect the special ethernet cable to the ASIST PC by connecting it to the ethernet card connection port located on the back of the computer. Connect the special ethernet cable to CONSULT-II at the PC port located at the bottom end of the CONSULT-II unit.
4. Set the Ethernet (IP) Address between the ASIST PC and CONSULT-II as follows:
   NOTE: If the Ethernet (IP) address between the ASIST PC and CONSULT-II has already been established, proceed to step 5.
   1. On the ASIST PC, click "Start", "Programs" and "MS-DOS".
   2. When the MS-DOS Prompt window appears, after C:\WINDOWS> type: winipcfg (see Figure 5  ).

      Figure 5 

   3. Click "Enter". The "IP Configuration" window will display the Ethernet (IP) Address and Mask (see Figure 6  ).

      Figure 6 

   4. Power on CONSULT-II, touch "Sub Mode", then touch "Configure Ethernet".
      NOTE: If you are updating the original NATS software (UEN99A), remove the NATS card and insert the Diagnostic Card into slot "A" of CONSULT-II unit to access "Sub Mode".
      • If the first three sets of numbers of the CONSULT-II Ethernet (IP) Address match the Address on the ASIST PC (as noted in step 4C above) proceed with step 4H below ("Turn off CONSULT-II to allow the ...").
      • If the first three sets of numbers of the CONSULT-II Ethernet (IP) Address do not match the Address on the ASIST PC, proceed with step 4E below ("Touch the Address number on the ...").
   5. Touch the Address number on the CONSULT-II screen (titled "Configure Ethernet"). A numeric keypad will appear (see Figure 5  ).
      NOTE: The Ethernet (IP) Address for the ASIST PC you are working on will be different from the Address shown in Figure 7  .

      Figure 7 

   6. Use the key pad to set the CONSULT-II Ethernet (IP) Address to match the ASIST PC Address with the exception that the Address number ends with 176  .
   7. Touch "Save" and then press "Copy" to print the Address for future reference.
   8. Turn off CONSULT-II to allow the new Address to be saved in memory.
   9. On the ASIST PC, close the "IP Configuration" window, close the "MS-DOS Prompt" window, then proceed with step 5.
   NOTE: If you are updating the original NATS software (UEN99A), remove the Diagnostic Card and insert the NATS Card into slot "A" of the CONSULT-II unit.
5. Launch ASIST. From the ASIST PC main menu screen, select "CONSULT Utilities" (see Figure 8  ).

   Figure 8 

6. From the "CONSULT Utilities" screen, select "Update" (see Figure 9  ).

   Figure 9 

7. Turn on CONSULT-II as follows (file transfer mode):
   1. While pressing on the CONSULT-II screen, quickly depress the ON/OFF switch (see Figure 10  ), then release your thumb from the screen after a double-beep is heard.
      NOTE: A double-beep will sound after the ON/OFF switch is quickly depressed.

      Figure 10 

   2. Select "Transfer files via Lan" (see Figure 11  ). Set the CONSULT-II unit down for now.
   NOTE: If you accidentally choose a menu option other than "Transfer Files via Lan", turn CONSULT-II off and restart it according to step 7A above.

   Figure 11 

8. At the ASIST PC, select the "Okay" button on the "CONSULT-II Setup" screen.
9. Select the software you would like to update: Diagnostics, NATS or ECU Reprogramming (see Figure 12  ).
   NOTE: Your selection must match the card that is in slot "A" of CONSULT-II.

   Figure 12 

10. Make sure the ethernet (IP) address (for CONSULT-II) is correct on the "Connection" screen, then select the "OK" button (see Figure 13  ).
    NOTE: The ethernet (IP) address for the ASIST PC you are working on will be different from the address contained in Figure 11  .
    NOTE: There are no zeros in front of the numbers on this screen.

    Figure 13 

11. Wait until the data transfer is complete. Data transfer will take about 2 to 3 minutes and the progress of the transfer is displayed on the ASIST PC screen titled "Dialog" (see Figure 14  ).
    NOTE: When the data transfer is complete, the CONSULT-II unit will automatically shut off.

    Figure 14 

    Update CONSULT-II Resident Software (as noted below) 

12. Turn on CONSULT-II again by following step 7 above (file transfer mode).
13. At the ASIST PC screen, select the "Resident" button (see Figure 15  ) and wait until the data transfer is complete. Allow several seconds for the CONSULT-II screen to dim. Once the CONSULT-II screen is dim, the software update is complete.

    Figure 15 

14. Turn on CONSULT-II normally. The Start screen should display the new software version I.D. number.
15. Disconnect the AC power cord and the ethernet cable from CONSULT-II.