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Software Reinstall

  1. Connect the LV maintainer to the vehicle, but do not disconnect the LV battery. See LV Maintainer (Connect and Disconnect) .
    NOTE: It is OK for the LV maintainer and LV battery to both be connected while performing this procedure.
  2. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 - Connect And Disconnect .
    NOTE: Locally connecting the vehicle to Toolbox 3 will automatically enable Service Mode Plus.
  3. In Toolbox, select the Actions/Autodiag  tab, and then search for "redeploy".
  4. Run  the appropriate routine and wait for the reinstallation to complete. Reinstallation status can be monitored on the vehicle touchscreen.
    • Service CAN Redeploy (UPDATE_CAN-REDEPLOY)  - A "partial" software reinstallation that reinstalls the currently installed software package to all module, ECU, and component replacements, with the exception of the car computer.
    • Service Redeploy (UPDATE_SERVICE-REDEPLOY)  - A "full" software reinstallation that reinstalls the currently installed software package to the car computer, and all module, ECU, and component replacements.
  5. Once the reinstallation is complete, check that the release notes appear on the touchscreen, indicating a successful reinstallation.
  6. Disconnect the LV maintainer from the vehicle. See LV Maintainer (Connect and Disconnect) .
  7. Disconnect the laptop from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 - Connect And Disconnect .
  8. Disable Service Mode. See Service Mode (Enable And Disable) .
  9. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
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