Using the Internet to Retrieve the Flash File

NOTE:
The latest released version of the StarSCAN software must be installed on the StarSCAN tool before the "Using The Internet To Retrieve The Flash File" repair procedure can be performed.

NOTE:
The StarSCAN diagnostic scan tool fully supports Internet connectivity. However, in order to take advantage of this feature you must first configure the StarSCAN for your dealership's network. For instruction on setting up your StarSCAN for the dealer's network; refer to the StarSCAN Quick Start Networking Guide available on the website under the "download center".

NOTE:
Make sure the StarSCAN is configured to the dealership's network before proceeding.

NOTE:
If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.

1. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN vehicle cable to the StarSCAN and the vehicle.

2. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN ethernet cable to the StarSCAN and the dealer's network drop (optional).

3. Retrieve the old PCM part number. Using the StarSCAN at the "Home" screen:

a. Select "ECU View"

b. Touch the screen to highlight the PCM in the list of modules.

c. Select "More Options".

d. Select "ECU Flash"

e. Record the "Part Number", displayed on the "Flash PCM" screen, for later reference.

4. If the StarSCAN is connected to the dealer's network drop and the vehicle, proceed to Step # 5. If the StarSCAN is not connected to the dealer's network drop and the vehicle, proceed to Step # 9

5. select "Browse for new file".

6. Select the appropriate calibration.

7. Select "Download to Scantool".

8. Select "Close" after the download is complete. Proceed to Step # 10.

9. Download the flash file from the Internet to the StarSCAN. Using the StarSCAN at the "Home" screen:

a. Select "Flash Download".

b. Select "Enter information manually". Press the "Next" button and follow the on screen instructions.

c. Select the appropriate calibration.

d. Select "Download to Scantool".

e. Select "Close" after the download is complete.

10. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN vehicle cable to the StarSCAN and the vehicle (if not already connected).

11. Open the hood, install a battery charger and verify that charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.

12. Download the file from StarSCAN to the vehicle. Using StarSCAN at the "Home" screen:

a. Select "ECU View"

b. Browse the list of controllers using the scroll arrows. Highlight the PCM.

c. Select "More Options"

d. Select "ECU Flash"

e. Highlight the appropriate PCM "Calibration" from the list.

f. Select "Update Controller"

g. When update is completed, select "OK"

13. Verify that the PCM part number has updated. Using the StarSCAN at the "Home" screen:

a. Select "ECU View"

b. Touch the screen to highlight the PCM in the list of modules.

c. Select "More Options".

d. Select "ECU Flash"

e. Verify that the "Part Number", displayed on the "Flash PCM" screen, has changed to the updated part number.

NOTE:
Due to the PCM programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules. (TCM, BCM, MIC, SKREEM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC's may cause the MIL to illuminate. From the "Home" Screen select "System View". Then select "All DTCs". Press "Clear All Stored DTCs" if there are any DTCs shown on the list.

NOTE:
The following step is required by law.

14. Type the necessary information on the "Authorized Modification Label" p/n 04275086AB and attach near the VECI label (Fig. 1).