Flex AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
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USB port inoperative with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1342.
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Poor call sound quality.
This software update also contains enhancements that will improve the reliability of both Bluetooth and USB connections to SYNC(R) from various
consumer devices, and microphone enhancements to reduce background noise, and will default Vehicle Health Report (if equipped) to off. The
Bluetooth enhancements improve the stability of hands-free calls, call waiting, caller ID, multiple call handling and other mobile phone features. The
USB enhancements improve support for media players and the playing of file formats and podcasts.
NOTE
REFERENCE OTHER TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS (TSB) FOR ADDITIONAL SYNC SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING TIPS.
1. Connect the vehicle communication module (VCM) to the data link connector (DLC).
2. Connect the VCM to the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) tool or laptop running IDS software.
3. Turn the ignition key to the on position.
4. Launch IDS tool.
5. If required, update the VCM with the latest software.
6. Close the IDS tool.
7. From the PTS website, run OASIS by pressing the Read VIN & DTC's button. After vehicle communication is established, press the GO button.
8. From the Vehicle Service Session screen, Select the SYNC button.
9. Press read APIM button.
10. Select software and press program APIM to update the SYNC module.
NOTE
YOU MUST USE A MALE-A TO MALE-A USB CABLE LIKE ROTUNDA PART NUMBER CCMUSB2-AM-AM-10 TO COMPLETE THIS
STEP.
NOTE
DO NOT DISCONNECT THE VCM OR USB CABLES DURING APIM PROGRAMMING.
NOTE
THE SYSTEM MAY PROMPT YOU TO INSTALL SOFTWARE FOR THE USB PORT. FOLLOW THE ON SCREEN INSTRUCTIONS TO
INSTALL THE USB PORT DRIVER ALREADY INCLUDED IN WINDOWS XP.
11. Program both processors in the APIM (Vehicle Interface Processor (VIP) and CIP).
NOTE
DO NOT USE A MALE-TO-MALE USB DATA TRANSFER TYPE CABLE.
a. Connect the Male-A to Male-A USB cable, Rotunda part number CCMUSB2-AM-AM-10, to the IDS tool or laptop running IDS software and
to the vehicle USB port.
b. Follow the on-screen instructions to program both processors on the Sync module (VIP and CIP).
12. At the end of the configuration and programming procedure, the programming has been completed successfully screen will be displayed.
13. Exit PTS, disconnect the VCM and disconnect the USB cable.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 08-21-02
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
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2008-2009 Edge, Explorer,
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