T4 Updates - Page 3

BigRuss · 12th October 2009, 17:08

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Originally Posted by v192mak

Sorry Russ have to disagree with you there. I have many disc over the years and when I put in my 12/2004 disc it had software updates on. So ran them and they complted. Took the car out etc.

Then I ran the 2008 disc, no updates found but a new fault was.

I then ran my 2009 disc and guess what an engine tune update. Ran it and the engine again seemed better, But as said the engine ECU adaptes to how its driven so soon defaults back.

So there has been updates since the 2004 disc and it wasnt just on my car that it recommended an update either.

I have contacted Omitec's technical department to verify if I did in fact have the most up to date disc (DST0005V).

DST0005V they have assured me is definately the most up to date disc available for the T4, issue date December 2004.

Therefore I stand by my original statement.

On what may I ask, are you basing the dates of the discs you have?

Certainly the disc details you p.m'd me that you are using DST0001 and DST0003 are both numbers that were issued before that date.

T4 will offer to update any software version it can't recognise especially if newer as older version discs won't be able to recognise it as being valid.

Russ

JohnDotCom · 12th October 2009, 18:54

"Upgrading" ECU's from the older discs can cause all sorts of possible problems according to Omitec's technical department if a newer version is already installed.
They suggest subscribing to their System (when they let you) and they will ensure you have the latest discs.

Earlier editions were 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2003 I have written down codes at work and will post up tomorrow if wanted.

This all arose on enquiry re T4 and purchase of and support Package etc.

Manxmann · 12th October 2009, 21:49

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Originally Posted by Ragman

Any updates for the 260 available via a T4 session?

Yes, the latest update pushes MPG to 30+, drops 0-60 to 4 secs and removes the 155mph limiter.

Unfortunately there is a bug that means the ecu reverts to the old software when you start the engine

BigRuss · 14th October 2009, 01:49

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Originally Posted by JohnDotCom

Earlier editions were 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2003 I have written down codes at work and will post up tomorrow if wanted.

I think it could be useful to list the disc version numbers and their respective release dates as it may help prevent any future misunderstandings.

Russ

Keith · 21st October 2009, 21:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by v192mak

Sorry Russ have to disagree with you there. I have many disc over the years and when I put in my 12/2004 disc it had software updates on. So ran them and they complted. Took the car out etc.

Then I ran the 2008 disc, no updates found but a new fault was.

I then ran my 2009 disc and guess what an engine tune update. Ran it and the engine again seemed better, But as said the engine ECU adaptes to how its driven so soon defaults back.

So there has been updates since the 2004 disc and it wasnt just on my car that it recommended an update either.

Can you upload the PDF release note files on each of these later CDs you have so we can put this issue to bed please.

Last disk I was aware of was DST0005Y with MG ZS updates on it only
Please be aware MGR made a miss print on the DST0004 CD (well on the originals anyway that I have) stating it was 08/2008 when it was really 08/2004 so don't be fooled by what is on the label.

The realease notes list the revisions on the CD and I am curious what is on your 2008 and 2009 disks.

Personaly I am not in the slightest interested in ECU upgrades as I think it is purely a placebo effect and will never do those upgrades on somebody elses car but I would like to get my hands on a CD that does not bomb out reading fault codes on every CDT with a FBH fitted if one exists as that would be a real benefit

Keith · 21st October 2009, 21:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ragman

Any updates for the 260 available via a T4 session?

No

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manxmann

Yes, the latest update pushes MPG to 30+, drops 0-60 to 4 secs and removes the 155mph limiter.

Unfortunately there is a bug that means the ecu reverts to the old software when you start the engine

Lol, I wish too well 30+ MPG will do, my 0-60 or rather 50-150 as it is the torque that takes over once you get the thing moving is more than enough to keep my happy

Lovel · 21st October 2009, 21:24

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Originally Posted by Keith

I would like to get my hands on a CD that does not bomb out reading fault codes on every CDT with a FBH fitted if one exists as that would be a real benefit

T4 works well on Freelander TD4 with FBH option fitted using real time display etc. Doesn't help you with the 75 im afraid.

Keith · 21st October 2009, 22:23

Yes I know as I now seem to do more Freelander and strange Rover than 75s as freelander owners and Range rover owners are happy to pay my going rate

75 owners now probably due to the value of the car want 3 or 4 hours work done for nought so I turn them away.

I suspect the 75 fbh issue is not the Data disk but a fault in RDS 5.06

The Landrover software is far more flexibubble and up to date and is properly integrated with the WDS disks etc.

12th October 2009, 18:54	#22
JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	"Upgrading" ECU's from the older discs can cause all sorts of possible problems according to Omitec's technical department if a newer version is already installed. They suggest subscribing to their System (when they let you) and they will ensure you have the latest discs. Earlier editions were 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2003 I have written down codes at work and will post up tomorrow if wanted. This all arose on enquiry re T4 and purchase of and support Package etc.

21st October 2009, 22:23	#28
Keith This is my second home ZT400 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ellesmere Posts: 5,948 Thanks: 0 Thanked 43 Times in 29 Posts	Yes I know as I now seem to do more Freelander and strange Rover than 75s as freelander owners and Range rover owners are happy to pay my going rate 75 owners now probably due to the value of the car want 3 or 4 hours work done for nought so I turn them away. I suspect the 75 fbh issue is not the Data disk but a fault in RDS 5.06 The Landrover software is far more flexibubble and up to date and is properly integrated with the WDS disks etc.