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Scanner Operations
Downloading Firmware
NOTE:
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Damage to the vehicle electronic control module (ECM) may occur if communication is disrupted.
Make sure the data cable and the USB cable are properly connected at all times during testing.
Exit all tests before disconnecting the test cable or powering down the tool.
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To exit the Scanner:
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From an active screen, select Exit from the Scanner Toolbar to return to the Systems Menu.
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From the Systems Menu, select Back from the Scanner data menu.
A “stopping communications” message briefly displays followed by the Scanner main menu.
Now, the Scanner is no longer communicating with the vehicle and it is safe to return to the Home
screen and exit the Diagnostic Platform software.
5.7 Downloading Firmware
The internal programming of the Scan Module, known as the firmware, can be updated using the
VERUS Diagnostic Platform. Firmware updates increase the Scan Module diagnostic capabilities,
typically by adding new tests, new models, or enhanced applications to the databases.
The display device automatically searches for available updates for all of the VERUS components
when it is connected to the internet. Any updates that are found are downloaded and stored on the
device. However, the update must be installed in order to complete the process. This section
describes installing an update to the Scan Module firmware. A notification message displays if an
update is available when Scanner is selected from the VERUS Home screen (
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Figure 5-32 Firmware update available message
The firmware update process, as explained in the following procedure, begins automatically after
ten seconds unless the Update Now or Update Later button is selected. Selecting Update Now
begins the process immediately. Update Later defers the operation, closes the message, and
launches the Scan Module. Not updating does not impact operations, the Scan Module remains
