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Medic ROM Pack Updates For Pcm Reprogramming (TSB-01-00-001)

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Publication date: 2001-01-01
Reference number: TSB-01-00-001

MEDIC ROM PACK UPDATES FOR PCM REPROGRAMMING

MEDIC ROM PACK UPDATES FOR PCM REPROGRAMMING

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): TSB-01-00-001, Date of Issue:  January, 2001

MEDIC ROM PACK UPDATES FOR PCM REPROGRAMMING

Model(s): All Mitsubishi Models Capable of ECU/PCM Reprogramming

Group: 00 General

Bulletin No.: TSB-01-00-001

Date: January, 2001

AFFECTED VEHICLES

All models capable of ECU/PCM reprogramming (Except 1995-99 Eclipse models with 2.0L non-turbo engine. Use a separate reprogramming kit, MIT-992000-A, to reprogram these models.)

PURPOSE

Red label ROM pack updates can now be accomplished using MEDIC. Follow these procedure for updating Red label ROM packs using MEDIC. The red label ROM packs are used for reprogramming most ECUs and PCM. See Fig 1

Dealers with MEDIC should have three red label ROM packs. If you are missing a red label ROM pack, call OTC/SPX Corp. at (888) 727-6672, then select option #2 for tools. Replacement ROM packs are available for approximately $300.00 each. You can order a blank red label ROM pack (p/n MB991701), or a pre-programmed ROM pack (RN99051, etc.).

PROCEDURE

Identify the appropriate database you wish to program into the ROM pack.

NOTE: This database information is subject to change. Refer to the MEDIC screen to confirm current database numbers and for new reprogramming issues. DO NOT USE OLD DATABASE INFORMATION. USE ONLY THE LATEST VERSION DATABASE AS POSTED IN MEDIC AND ON THE MEDIC WEB PAGE IN DIAMOND DEALER LINK.
DATABASE INFORMATION

Vehicle Technical Service Bulletin Database # in TSB Database # in MEDIC Password
1999 Galant 2.4L TSB-99-13-005 RN99051 RN99051 0345
1998-99 Mirage TSB-99-13-007 RN99081 RN99081 4217
1999 Galant TSB-98-13-013REV RN98101 RN99051 0345
1999 Eclipse and Eclipse Spyder TSB-98-13-013REV RN98102 RN98102 4318
1999 Montero Sport 3.0L SR-99-001 RN99031 RN99071 3256
1999 Montero Sport 3.5L SR-99-001 RN99032 RN99072 6921
  1. Install the red label ROM pack you want to update into the MUT-II.
  2. Install the MMC ECU Reprogramming. Interface Cartridge (p/n MB991711) on the MUT-II as shown. See Fig 2 .
  3. Install a "256 KBYTE" memory card at the bottom of the MUT-II.
    NOTE: If your memory card is marked "128 KBYTE", locate the 256 KBYTE memory card (p/n MB991717) supplied with the Interface Cartridge. You can also use MB991500, which has 256 KBYTE memory. See Fig 3 .
  4. Make the following electrical connections:
    1. Connect the serial data cable (with the flat side facing down) to the MUT-II. See Fig 4 .
    2. Connect the serial data cable to the MEDIC. See Fig 5 .
    3. Connect the MUT-II 16-pin data link connector to the MEDIC cabinet. The MUT-II should power on. (On MUT-II+ units, turn the switch on.)
  5. From the MEDIC main menu, select MUT-II ROM Pack Re- Write. See Fig 6 .
  6. Select Password Information. The following information will display: See Fig 7 .
    • Note the appropriate "DATABASE # IN MEDIC" (RN number) that you wish to program. (The database list is subject to change as new databases become available.)
    • Press the "Print Screen" button to print a copy of this information.
    1. Select ECU Flash Update (Red Label). See Fig 8 .
    2. MEDIC A systems only: Double-click the 8M icon.
  7. Select Tool (T) from the top menu, and then select Download. See Fig 10 .
  8. Select the file to be downloaded:
    1. Select d:\mut2rpg\work (double-click). See Fig 11 .
    2. Select (double-click) the appropriate database ("rn" number) noted instep 4.
    3. Press Continue.
  9. The password screen will display. Enter the appropriate password for the update you selected.
    • As you type, the password will be encrypted (actual text will not display). See Fig 12 .
  10. When this screen displays, MEDIC is verifying the content of the update files to download. See Fig 13 .
  11. When this screen displays, MEDIC is decoding the update information for the download. See Fig 14 .
  12. During the update process, this screen will display. The % completed display will remain on screen while the update is being downloaded, to indicate its progress. See Fig 15 .
    WARNING: DO NOT MAKE ANY SELECTIONS, TASK-SWITCH, PRESS ANY KEYS OR DISCONNECT ANY ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS DURING THE UPDATE PROCESS. IF YOU DO, DISCONNECT THE MUT-II CONNECTIONS, THEN THE MEDIC MUST BE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN AND THEN RESTARTED.
    • It Will take approximately 20 minutes for the ROM pack to update, depending upon the update you selected.
  13. After the update is complete, this screen will display. See Fig 16 .
  14. The MUT-II screen will display the new ROM pack level, then return to the Main Menu.
    • To return to the main MEDIC screen, select Exit. See Fig 17 .
    • On MEDIC A systems only: Select Exit and double-click the triple diamond icon to return to the MEDIC main menu.
  15. A small supply of ROM pack labels have been provided with this bulletin. Write the new database number on a label, then affix it to the ROM pack as shown. See Fig 18 .
Fig 1: Red Label ROM Pack
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Fig 2: Interface Cartridge
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Fig 3: "256 KBYTE" Cartridge
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Fig 4: Data Cable to MUT-II
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Fig 5: Serial Data Cable Connection
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Fig 6: Medic Main Menu Screen
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Fig 7: Data Base # Selection
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Fig 8: Red Label Selection
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Fig 9: Medic A System Screen
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Fig 10: Tool (T) Download
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Fig 11: Selecting File
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Fig 12: Entering Password
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Fig 13: Verifying Content of Update File Download
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Fig 14: Decoding Update Information
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Fig 15: Total % Completed Display
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Fig 16: Download Completed Display
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Fig 17: MUT-II Program Exit Display
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Fig 18: ROM Pack Label
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