Downloads via Chinese Lexia/PP

addo · Post by **addo** » 23 Mar 2011, 10:55

Has anyone been game to try this?

I'm looking at the need to update a couple of AL4 boxes, and don't want to arrive at a point where the process is irretriveably underway yet some critical data issues are not present or matching.

Any verbal pointers on the process, would be most welcome.

Thanks, Adam.

MikeT · Post by **MikeT** » 23 Mar 2011, 11:10

Even with the original equipment, there's always a risk. To minimise this, ensure your power supply isn't marginal, don't allow anything to disrupt the process and ensure no heavy electrical loads can be accidentally activated. Don't even open/close a door, for instance.

I'd say go for it as the software is genuine, it's just unlicensed/pirated.

mongoose100 · Post by **mongoose100** » 23 Mar 2011, 12:27

Adam, I have a spare ZF ecu that I'd love to download an update to get rid of the 3000 rpm when cold 'feature'...

Where do you get the downloads from???

addo · Post by **addo** » 23 Mar 2011, 19:18

They're in the Lexia version I have, under "Downloads" - look in one of the menus close to startup screen.

mongoose100 · Post by **mongoose100** » 27 Mar 2011, 03:38

Cheers,

Just a thought, I have 3 spare trans ecu's in the garage... PM me if you want to experiment with one

addo · Post by **addo** » 27 Mar 2011, 08:58

The AL4 ones are VIN-matched and I don't think can be rewritten. Wheeler or Birdman would know for sure.

BTW I priced newies in case of calamity; a precoded one is about 290 Euros delivered to me. $400 Oz is quite reasonable I reckon - some sensors cost that much!

mongoose100 · Post by **mongoose100** » 27 Mar 2011, 12:40

Hmmm mine wont help you then, mis-read the first part (dont ask how)... All mine are for the ZF's.

I have noticed however, the 406 and the Xantia (both same year, box & engine) have something different in the gearbox ECU. Tried to do a swap and they just started flashing the trouble lights

JamesQB · Post by **JamesQB** » 27 Mar 2011, 14:20

Presumably the downloads are taken form the internet, so how do you get the Lexia to converse with the web? I'm sure I found a section to do with internet connectivity which gave only options like ISDN line, etc?

addo · Post by **addo** » 27 Mar 2011, 20:18

My disc has a "downloads" section on it; as installed it seems all resident there (now on the HDD). It's not model specific; they are all in one lump.

Haven't checked PP to compare.

Keeping a cracked Lexia from talking to Head Orifice is imperative; it may otherwise shut you out and require a reinstall!

wheeler · Post by **wheeler** » 27 Mar 2011, 21:45

addo wrote:The AL4 ones are VIN-matched and I don't think can be rewritten. Wheeler or Birdman would know for sure.

I think you can freely swap autobox ECU's between cars no problem. [/b]

addo · Post by **addo** » 28 Mar 2011, 20:41

Excellent hint; thank you.

While you're here... Can you say if it's possible/advisable to do the software upgrade before new electrovalves are installed? It's just about timing of works.

Cheers, Adam.

wheeler · Post by **wheeler** » 28 Mar 2011, 22:00

I dont see it being a major problem although i've only ever done it the other way around.
One other thing i should add is you should always make sure the engine ECU is up to date aswell, on a car with an auto box if you update one of the ECU's (autobox or injection) you should always update the other.