Part 1
SERVICE PROCEDUREReprogram VCM and TCU
1. Before continuing, it is IMPORTANT to make sure:
^ ASIST on the CONSULT PC has been freshly synchronized (updated).
^ All CONSULT related software updates (if any) have been installed.
NOTE:
The CONSULT PC automatically gets all reprogramming software during ASIST synchronization.
CAUTION
2. Have the GR8 Multitasking Battery Diagnostic Station (battery tester/charger) available and ready to use.
^ For proper setup, go to GR8 Multitasking Battery Diagnostic Station.
^ Do not connect the battery tester/charger at this time. The battery tester/charger will be set up later in this bulletin.
CAUTION:
Do not charge the High Voltage (HV) Lithium Ion battery during reprogramming and disconnect Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE).
NOTES:
> If a Mobile Technician performs the reprograms, make sure a fully charged 12V battery (with jumper cables) or portable battery charger is used.
> Check to see if the timer for either charging or climate control is on. If on, turn it off and make sure to turn it back on after reprogramming.
3. Once all ASIST and CONSULT related updates have been verified/performed, attach the CONSULT PC to vehicle.
^ Connect the plus VI to the vehicle.
^ Connect the AC adapter to the CONSULT PC.
4. Turn on the CONSULT PC, and then open ASIST, then C-III plus.
5. Depress the vehicle's power ("ignition") switch twice without depressing the brake pedal.
^ The meter and gauges will illuminate.
CAUTION:
Do Not set the vehicle in "READY to drive" mode.
NOTE:
Make sure all accessories are turned off.
6. After the plus VI is recognized, select Re/programming, Configuration.
NOTE:
Make sure all applications other than ASIST and C-III plus are closed.
7. Check mark box for Confirmed Instructions (circled in green) by selecting it, and then select Next.
8. Select LEAF and 2011 or 2012 or Automatic Selection (VIN)
^ If Automatic Selection (VIN) is selected, wait for the Reading VIN screen to complete (picture not shown).
9. Select, Select.
10. Verify the VIN in VIN or Chassis # matches that of the vehicle.
^ If the correct VIN is displayed, select Confirm.
11. Select Confirm.
VCM update
12. Select EV/HEV.
^ Wait for system call to complete.
13. Select Reprogramming.
14. Write down the Part Number on the vehicles repair order (see Figure 8) and confirm if it matches one of the part numbers in Table "A" above.
^ If the VCM part number is one of the part numbers listed in the table above, continue with reprogramming.
> Select Save, and then go to Step 15.
^ If VCM part number is not listed, proceed to TCU update.
> If the VCM part number is not in the table above, this campaign may not apply or it has already been done. If so confirm that the TCU has the current part numbers listed in this bulletin.
15. Read the precautions at the beginning of this bulletin and then select page 2 (page 2 not shown) with arrow. After reading page 2 select Confirmed instructions and then select Next.
NOTE:
In some cases, more than one new P/N for reprogramming is available.
> In this case the screen in Figure 10 will display.
> Select and use the reprogramming option that does not have the message "Caution! Use ONLY with NTBXXXXX"
^ If you get this screen and it is blank (no reprogramming listed) it may mean that there is no reprogramming available for this vehicle this campaign does not apply or it has already been done. Recheck Service Comm for campaign eligibility.
16. Verify the Current Part Number matches the Part Number written down in step 14, and then select Next.