Customer Satisfaction Notification R12 Software Updates (RC-R12-15)

Operation 1 - Engine control unit (ECM) software update

Update the software of the engine control unit (ECM) operating as described.

1. Reprogramming procedure 
2. Post-reprogramming learning procedures (only for 1.4 Turbo MultiAir engines) 

1. Engine Control Unit reprogramming procedure 

   Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release  , select the vehicle view (Fig. 1) and then control unit (ECM - Engine Control Module) (A) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

   NOTE: The vehicle battery must be in full charge conditions or supported by a battery charger/booster battery so as to ensure a rated voltage of 12 V during reprogramming.
   NOTE: If the reprogramming process is interrupted/aborted, it must be restarted.
   IMPORTANT: Carefully read and perform all the instructions and warning messages displayed during reprogramming; do not continue with the following messages without performing what is required at each step.
   • Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.
2. Post-reprogramming learning procedures (only for 1.4 Turbo MultiAir engines). 
   • On wiTECH select the vehicle view (Fig. 2) and then ECM (Engine Control Module) (A); the screen of Fig. 3 will be displayed.
   • Select Misc. Functions (B - Fig. 3).
   • Select and sequentially perform the procedures shown in the screen (1), in the same order.
     IMPORTANT: For each procedure, carefully read and perform all the displayed instructions; do not proceed with the following operations without performing what is required at each step.
   • For each selected item a window will be displayed, an example is shown in Fig. 4, with the necessary conditions. Once this is obtained, press Continue and follow the instructions.

Operation 2 - Body Computer module (BCM) software update

Update the Body Computer module (BCM) software operating as described.

Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release,  select the vehicle view (Fig. 5) and then Body Computer (BCM - Body Control Module) (B) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

• Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.

Operation 3 - Instrument panel (IPC) software update

Update the instrument panel (IPC) software operating as described.

Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release  , select the vehicle view (Fig. 6) and then Instrument panel (IPC - Instrument Panel Cluster) (C) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

• Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.

Operation 4 - Radio frequency module (RFH) software update

Update the radio frequency module (RFH) software operating as described.

Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release  , select the vehicle view (Fig. 7) and then the radio frequency module (RFH - Radio Frequency Hub module) (D) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

• Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.

Operation 5 - Climate control system (HVAC) software update

Update the automatic (ACM) or manual (MCM) climate control system operating as described.

Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release  , select the vehicle view (Fig. 8) and then the climate control module (HVAC - Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Module) (E) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

• Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.

Operation 6 - Lane-keeping assist module (front camera) (HALF) software update

Update the lane-keeping assist module (HALF) software operating as described.

Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release  , select the vehicle view (Fig. 9) and then the lane-keeping assist module (HALF - HApatic Lane Feedback) (F) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

• Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.

Operation 7 - Drive train control module (DTCM) software update

Update the drive train control module (DTCM) software operating as described.

Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release  , select the vehicle view (Fig. 10) and then the drive train control module (DTCM) (DTCM - Drive Train Control Module) (G) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

• Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.

Operation 8 - Front cruise control radar module (ACC) software update

Update the driver assistance system control module (DASM) software operating as described.

Using wiTECH, updated to the latest software release  , select the vehicle view (Fig. 11) and then the front cruise control radar module (for DASM - Driver Assistance System Module and ACC - Adaptive Cruise Control systems) (G) and carry out the reprogramming intervention.

• Reset all errors (DTCs) generated in other modules as a result of reprogramming. At the end of the reprogramming procedure, all the DTCs are automatically displayed for being reset.

Operation 9 - VP2 Radio device (LTM) software update

Update the software of the VP2 radio device (LTM - Low level Telematic Module) on the vehicles involved, operating as follows.

Current software version check 

Check the version of the software installed on the display, pressing the RADIO + MEDIA + BROWSE buttons for 5 seconds.

• Wait a few seconds until the Engineering Mode screen is displayed; now, select General to display the screen.
• The Base line displayed on the screen corresponds to the software version installed on the equipment.
• If the current version is included among those listed below it is necessary to update the device, as described.
  SOFTWARE INFORMATION
  
  

  07.00.45.00

  07.00.46.00

  07.00.48.00

  07.00.49.01

  07.00.53.01

• If the current version is equal to or greater than 07.00.62.01 the device is updated and is therefore it is NOT necessary to proceed with any operation.
• Switch off and on pressing the ON/OFF button to quit the Engineering Mode menu and to go back to the standard operation.

VP2 Radio device (LTM) software update 

To update the application, before proceeding, it is necessary to check for the availability of the following equipment:

• Personal Computer with Windows© 2000 / Windows© XP / Windows© VISTA / Windows© 7.
• USB stick (with min. 2 GB) having the manufacturer's certification of compatibility with Windows© 2000 / Windows© XP / Windows© VISTA / Windows© 7 operating system, formatted as FAT32.

  Update software acquisition 

• Go to DealerCONNECT>Service>UCONNECT Information & Utilities> Uconnect Dealer software downloads to download the files.
• If a security warning message appears "Do you want to view only the webpage content that was delivered securely?" Press "No"  to continue.

Download the software files to a USB flash drive, follow the on screen instructions and perform the following:

1. Acquire a blank USB flash drive with at least 2 gb of space.
2. Download the software update file to your local pc's desktop.
3. Be sure to extract the file before copying it to the blank USB flash drive.
4. A blank USB flash drive will be needed, additional updates cannot be on the same USB flash drive.

• After copying the files, only the files illustrated in Fig. 2 should be on the memory stick.

Once the file is saved to the USB flash drive, it is recommended you physically label the USB flash drive with the following information:

• Model in question: Renegade
• Type of radio: VP2
• SW version 07.00.62.01

Working on the vehicle:

• If enabled, disable the Logistic Mode. 
  WARNING: Start and keep the engine running - (in safe conditions) - for the whole update time
• Wait 20 seconds until the radio navigation system completes the start-up procedure.

Insert the USB stick with the updating software in the port on the central tunnel (Fig. 3).

• After a few seconds the sound is disabled and immediately after, the following image is displayed (Fig. 4) on the screen of the radio navigation system.
  NOTE: The numbers shown may vary.
• Select the "Start" touch command on the radio navigation display (Fig. 5).

At this point the SW update procedure starts.

A completion bar will indicate the progress of the ongoing procedure (Fig. 6):

There will be some switching-off processes of the radio navigation system and, due to internal restarting procedures of the system, a screen like the following one could be displayed (Fig. 7):

The whole procedure will last about 30/40 minutes and no operation is required to the operator. 

Wait until the software is updated; the screen of the radio navigation system will display the following image (Fig. 8).

Only now  , the USB memory stick can be removed.

There will be a last restart (black screen) radio navigation system will restart with the updated software after about 3 minutes.

During the 3 minutes it is possible that the buttons on the radio navigation system are illuminated and that you hear the sound with a black screen, wait until the image reappears on the display.

Should the following image be displayed on the screen of the radio navigation system (Fig. 9), remove the USB stick, turn the key to OFF for 3 minutes, turn the key to START again and repeat the stick fitting procedure.

If the failure still persists: erase the contents of the USB pen, copy the files from the previously made Back Up and repeat the procedure from the beginning of the operating cycle.

Operation 10 - VP4 Radio navigation device (ETM) software update

Update the software of the VP4 radio navigation device (ETM - Entertainment Telematic Module) on the vehicles involved, operating as follows.

The vehicles involved in the software update are all vehicles with software versions prior to version: 15.04.31 

To update the application, before proceeding, it is necessary to check for the availability of the following equipment:

• Personal Computer with Windows© 2000 / Windows© XP / Windows© VISTA / Windows© 7.
• USB stick (with min. 2 / 4GB) having the manufacturer's certification of compatibility with Windows© 2000 / Windows© XP / Windows© VISTA / Windows© 7 operating system.
• Update software acquisition 
• Go to DealerCONNECT>Service>UCONNECT Information & Utilities> Uconnect Dealer software downloads to download the files.
• If a security warning message appears "Do you want to view only the webpage content that was delivered securely?" Press "No" to continue.

Download the software files to a USB flash drive, follow the on screen instructions and perform the following.

1. Acquire a blank USB flash drive with at least 2/4 GB of space.
2. Download the software update file to your local pc's desktop.
3. Be sure to extract the file before copying it to the blank USB flash drive.
4. A blank USB flash drive will be needed, additional updates cannot be on the same USB flash drive.

• At the end of the operation only the files  illustrated should be on the USB stick (Fig. 2).

Once the file is saved to the USB flash drive, it is recommended you physically label the USB flash drive with the following information:

• Model in question: Renegade
• Type of radio: VP4
• SW version 15.04.31

Carry out the radio navigation system update procedure.

Then continue as described below:

• Turn on the Radio, if it does not turn on by itself;
• Insert the USB stick with the updating software in the related connector located in the front console, in front of the gear lever (Fig. 3).

After a few seconds the dialog box shown in Fig. 4 will appear on the display.

• Select "Yes" on the radio display.

The system starts the data Back-Up and the pop-up shown in Fig. 5 appears.

After the Back-Up procedure the radio display, for a few seconds, turns black and then white (Fig. 6).

When the radio software updating process starts, the display will show the window of Fig. 7, and the indication to wait.

The status of the update process will be displayed by a progress bar, as shown in Fig. 8.

Upon completion of the software updating procedure the radio reboots and restarts. The Fiat logo will appear on the radio screen (Fig. 9) for about 1 second.

Subsequently, the disclaimer window will appear on the radio screen, as illustrated in Fig. 10.

• Press the "Accept" button on the display, to continue.

Do not remove  the USB stick until the display shows again the window, illustrated in Fig. 11, with the updated software version number.

The dialog box, shown in Fig. 11, contains the code of the updated version - 15.04.31  - of the software installed.

• Press "No" on the screen of the radio and remove the USB stick.
• Perform three  complete KEY OFF - KEY ON cycles, operating as described:
  • Turn the key to STOP; extract the key; close the doors, if open, close the car with the remote control and wait two minutes.

• Open the vehicle and turn the key to MAR.
• Turn on the radio by pressing the ON/OFF button (if this does not turn on automatically).
• The Fiat logo will appear on the radio screen (Fig. 9) for about 1 second.
• Then the disclaimer window will appear on the radio screen (see Fig. 10).

• Press the "Accept"  button on the display, to continue (see Fig. 10). Wait until the "Handsfree Available" message appears on the radio display, shown in Fig. 12, and then turn off the radio (turning key to STOP or pressing the ON/OFF button).
• Repeat the cycle described above for two more times.
• Turn on the radio and then, after the screen with the Fiat logo (see Fig. 9) and the subsequent disclaimer (see Fig. 10), press the physical "Settings"  button, shown in Fig. 13.
• Scroll through the list using the scroll bar shown, as illustrated in Fig. 14, and then choose "System Information"  .
• Check, in the "System Information" page, that the first line shows the correct software version installed: 15.04.31  , as shown in Fig. 15.

The whole procedure will last about 15 minutes and no operation  is required to the operator.