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Scan Module Operation
Updating Scan Module Firmware
5.6 Updating Scan Module Firmware
The internal programming (firmware) of the Scan Module, may require periodic updates. Firmware
updates increase the Scan Module’s diagnostic capabilities, typically by adding support for new
tests, vehicles and enhanced applications to the vehicle databases.
Scan Module firmware updates (when available) are delivered with diagnostic software updates/
upgrades. Upon starting the Scanner function, initially after a software update or upgrade has
been installed, a message may be displayed to inform you an update is available (
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Figure 5-9 Scan Module update available message
The firmware update process, as explained in the following procedure, begins automatically after
ten seconds unless Update Now or Update Later is selected. Selecting
Update Now
begins the
process immediately.
Update Later
defers the operation, closes the message, and starts the
Scanner function. If you choose not to perform the update, it will not affect diagnostic tool
operation, however you will not benefit from the additional features available in the update.
Selecting
Details
in the upper-right corner opens a list of what is included in the update.
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Updating Scan Module firmware:
IMPORTANT:
The diagnostic tool must be connected and powered by the AC/DC power supply during the Scan
Module firmware update process. Damage can occur to the Scan Module if the diagnostic tool
power is turned off or the power supply is disconnected during the firmware update process.
1.
Connect the AC/DC power supply to the diagnostic tool.
2.
Turn on the diagnostic tool.
3.
Connect the Scan Module to the diagnostic tool as follows (
NOTE:
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The Scan Module and diagnostic tool must be connected with the USB cable during the update
process. The Scan Module DLC must be disconnected from a vehicle during the update process.
a. From the bottom of the Scan Module, gently lift up and out on the sides of the handgrip to
free it from housing.
b. Open the hinged cover on the base of the Scan Module to expose the USB jack.
c. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the USB jack on the Scan Module.
d. Plug the large end of the USB cable into one of the USB jacks on the side of the
diagnostic tool.