Activating Peugeot 406 D9 Trip Computer with PP2000

[Bannedbiker]

A friend of mine wanted the trip computer on his V reg D9 406 Hdi Estate.
He got another wiper stalk with the push button on the end and was then able to change the display from date to mpg, range, etc.
As I've just got Lexia/Planet on a laptop I thought I'd activate the trip computer for him. It went ok, managed to change status from "absent" to "present" until I clicked "configure". After a few seconds the message "downloading failed" came up.
We tried with ignition on, engine not running, then ignition on and engine running but had the same result each time.
I've managed to activate the trip computer on my 307 without any problem but can't get any further than "downloading failed" with this 406.
Has anybody had a similar problem or got any suggestions on how to fix it?

Martin.

[Bannedbiker]

Bump.

[patrickgledhill]

Hi there, Ive had that happen when i did mine. i can remember that i tried activating it in two places one of them saying the downloading failed, the other working fine. I did it in the BSI but cant remember the other path i took. will have Planet on my car again in the next couple of days will let you know.

Patrick

[Bannedbiker]

Hi Patrick, that'll be absolutely brilliant. I'm still a novice with Lexia/ PP2000 as I've only had it less than 2 weeks.
All help is greatly appreciated.

[patrickgledhill]

Alrigthy,
this method brought me the downloading failed message and remained absent (still is)
ECU Configuration and services - Test by ecu - Driver information/communication - multifunction display - configuration

This path worked and made the trip computer active
ECU Configuration and services - Test by ecu - Bilt in systems interface - Engine Type RHZ - configuration - Changed trip to present - PRESS CONFIGURATION BUTTON(this is important)

remember to choose the engine type that matches your VIN number RHY,Rhz....

Let me know how you get on.

Patrick

[Bannedbiker]

Brilliant!! It'll be a couple of days before I can try but I'll certainly let you know how I get on.
Thanks for your help in advance!!!

[Bannedbiker]

Patrick, a million thank you's!!!!
My friend followed your instructions with my PP2000 and the trip computer is now activated.
Apparently he got an average of 57 mpg on the way home so is well happy.
Thank you again, you're a star!!!

Martin

[patrickgledhill]

Hi Martin, not a problem, glad you got it all sorted!