Instruments - Menu Options Missing From MFI

9008-07





Affected Vehicles

Condition
90 08 07 Dec. 22, 2008 2019684

Instrument Cluster, Menu Options Missing from MFI

The following menus are not displayed or non functional on the instrument cluster:
1. Phone
2. Mirror adjustment
3. Phone menu is available, but unable to be scrolled through.

Technical Background
Incorrect software installed.

Production Solution
SW 9533 introduced as of 7L_9D020610.

Service

Tip: DO NOT remove instrument cluster from the vehicle.

- Connect Midtronics InCharge 940 (INC940) tester/charger to the vehicle's battery.
- VAS 5051/5052 with Brand CD version 14.88 or higher is required.
- Internet connection within reach of vehicle.
- Verify that the instrument cluster has not been updated.

NOTE:
- Prior to launching VAS-PC application and starting control module update process, confirm tester screen saver and power settings in accordance with Special Tools and Equipment - Service Information Circular # VSE-08-18. Failure to do so may result in the tester entering power save mode during data transfer, and subsequent control module failure.
- When using a VAS 5051B or VAS 5052A tester in conjunction with a VAS 5054A wireless transmitter head for a flash procedure, please connect a USB cable between the transmitter head and the tester. Failure to do so may lead to errors during the flash procedure.

Verify Instrument Cluster Software





- Select Vehicle Self - Diagnosis
- Select On Board Diagnostics (OBD)
- Select 17 - Instrument Cluster
- Verify the software is lower than 9533
- Write down the part number

Tip: If software level is found to be at 9533 or higher, this technical bulletin DOES NOT apply, further diagnosis is required.

Update Programming

Tip: The SVM Process must be completed in its entirety so the database receives the update confirmation response. A warranty claim may not be reimbursed if there is no confirmation response to support the claim.

- Find the correct SVM code based on the part number retrieved while using Vehicle Self Diagnosis.





- Install latest software SW 9533, using guided fault finding, via Software Version Management (SVM). This update is only possible online.

The procedure can be found in GFF under Functions/ Component Selection, Software Version Management, Adapting Software.

Tip: To Update-Programming using SVM, review and follow instructions in Technical Bulletin Instance 2014603 Software Version Management.

Instrument Cluster Functionality Changes: (Except One Color Display)
The following changes occur when software level 9533 is installed:

- The outside temperature display is now on the upper left of the screen. It was previously on the lower right of the screen
- The low fuel warning in the MFI changes from "Please refuel" to the statement; "Please refuel, range 40 miles
- The TPMS tire pressure and wheel indicator changes from orange to yellow.








Warranty

Required Parts and Tools
No Special Parts required.





Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.