Using Software Update CD to Retrieve Flash File
NOTE:Before flashing this module, make sure the StarSCAN(TM) is operating at the latest level and this is the latest flash file available from the StarSCAN(TM) update CD. To determine the latest StarSCAN(TM) software version level available refer to the website under the "Latest News" link.
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If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
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For detailed information on the operation of the StarSCAN(TM), refer to the Quick Reference documentation provided in the StarSCAN(TM) documentation kit. In addition, more recent information may also be available at the website. Look under "Training Aids" and also under "Download Center > Frequently Asked Questions" for more help.
1. Retrieve the old AMP part number. Using the StarSCAN(TM) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "ECU View"
b. Touch the screen to highlight the AMP in the list of modules.
c. Record the "Part Number", displayed on the "ECU Overview" screen, for later reference.
2. Insert the USB Key, into the USB port on the TechCONNECT or equivalent PC (Fig. 1).
3. Insert the StarSCAN(TM) Software Update CD into the TechCONNECT or equivalent PC. The StarSCAN(TM) Software Update CD will start automatically.
a. Select "Controller Flash".
b. Follow the on screen instructions.
4. At the "Select the type of information you wish to enter." screen:
a. If the old "Part Number" was recorded in Step # 1, proceed to Step # 5.
b. If the old "Part Number" is not known, proceed to Step # 6.
5. Select "Enter part number".
a. Follow the on screen instructions. Enter the "Part Number" (use capital letters) recorded in Step # 1 when prompted to do so. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
b. Proceed to Step # 7.
6. Select "Enter YME Information".
a. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
b. Proceed to Step # 7.
7. Using the mouse highlight the appropriate "Calibration".
a. Select "Save to USB"
b. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
8. With the StarSCAN(TM) powered OFF, connect the USB Key and Gender Changer to the StarSCAN(TM) USB port, (Fig. 2).
9. Open the hood, install a battery charger and verify that charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.
10. Connect the StarSCAN(TM) to the vehicle.
11. Power ON the StarSCAN(TM)
12. Download the file from the USB key to the StarSCAN(TM) Using the StarSCAN(TM) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "Flash Download"
b. Select "Use USB device"
c. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" # after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
d. At the "Flash File List" screen, highlight the appropriate AMP "Calibration"
e. Select "Download to Scantool"
f. When the download is complete, select "Close"
13. Download the file from the StarSCAN(TM) to the vehicle. Using the StarSCAN(TM) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "ECU View"
b. Browse the list of controllers using the scroll arrows. Highlight the AMP.
c. Select "More Options"
d. Select "ECU Flash"
e. Highlight the appropriate AMP "Calibration" from the list.
f. Select "Update Controller"
g. When update is completed, select "OK"
NOTE:
Due to the AMP programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules (PCM, TCM, BCM, MIC, SKIM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC's may cause the MIL to illuminate. Check all modules using "ECU View" from the Home screen, record the DTC's, and erase these DTC's prior to returning the vehicle to the customer. Erase any DTC's in the AMP only after all other modules have had their DTC's erased.