Gap Diagnostic IIDTool Pro - 4.11 Function “ECU Flash”; 4.11.1 Definition

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User Manual : Version 33, Firmware V3.0
4.11 Function “ ECU Flash ”
4.11.1 Denition
This function allows updating an ECU software to the latest available version. Software updates gene-
rallyincludebugxesand/orenhancementsand/ornewfeatures.EngineRemaps,EGRblankingand
more, are available and provided by Bell Auto Services.The GAP Diagnostic fast lane service is now
availablewhenaspecicECUre-ashisrequiredandnotsupportedorembeddedinthetool.
Access
1- Perform the initial stages of access (section 4.1.3)
2- Select the “ECU Flash” function
3- Navigate through the ECU using commands
4- Select the desired ECU
5- If available, choose the required version
Notes :
• Not all ECU’s have software updates available.
• Software updates should only be made when needed and with full knowledge of risks and
consequences this may imply.
• Make sure the battery is in good condition and well charged. It is best to proceed after the vehi-
cle was driven for a while. This ensures that the battery is fully charged.
• During re-ashing, the instrument cluster may turn OFF and lights may come ON. Once the
instrument cluster comes back ON, follow instructions on screen.
• The navigation screen may turn OFF and a message indicating a low battery may be displayed.
Simply ignore it.
• It may take a few starting cycle for error messages on the instrument cluster to disappear after
re-ashing.
• Re-ashing an ECU will reset data including but not limited to the clock and trip computer.
• App : If using a mobile App, it can be left in the background, foreground or closed. If the mobile
device is disconnected from the IIDTool, the re-ash will not be interrupted and the App will
show the current status (progress...) automatically once reconnected to the IIDTool.
• The intelligent start and stop system (Start Stop) will be disabled. It will reactivate automatically
after a few kilometers or engine starts.
• The IIDTool will verify that the voltage is high enough. If not, the operation will be aborted.
• The message “ Flashing Started ” will be displayed and the instrument cluster will turn OFF. The
IIDToolLEDwillstartashingrapidly.Do not disconnect the IIDTool or do anything else to
the vehicle. The message “ Wait for completion message and keep IIDTool connected <+> ”
will be dis
• The dashboard will illuminate and a message asking to cycle the ignition will appear. The mes-
sages“ClearingFaults”and“Downloadsuccessful<+>”willbethenbeshown,