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Enable Service Mode Via Vehicle Touchscreen

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  1. On the vehicle touchscreen, touch CONTROLS (vehicle icon) > SOFTWARE  .
    NOTE: An image of the vehicle and badge is displayed.
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  2. Touch and hold the large word "MODEL" for 2 seconds, and then release.
  3. Use the on screen keyboard to type "service" into the access code field, and then touch OK.
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    NOTE:

    The touchscreen is overlaid with the words "SERVICE MODE" in red. Newer firmware versions have a red border around the edges of the touchscreen UI.

  4. Return to the procedure that required Service Mode to be enabled.
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