This was my experience. First I tried the Ethernet but it didn’t like it. Then I tried again with the usb pigtail. That got me one step in. Then it didn’t like the usb pigtail anymore, so I switched to the ethernet again and it completed the procedure. Had to download a special driver too. I...
I would try the TSB and retry the APIM. And always do a GWM first if one is available. Other than that the updates will trigger others if there are dependencies. Sometimes an overnight nap helps things. Stick with it and you'll get there!
Just wanted to report success on a second vehicle. Business partner and I order identical trucks. I just got done with his today and it was a little different - a couple more errors and more modules to update, plus had to do the TSB for get his truck unstuck. But all in all, success! Thanks...
Not sure if this has already been discussed, but had some thoughts regarding FORScan changes and OTA updates.
Some Job 1's who manually updated using FDRS from failed OTA to BC ran into problems if they didn't revert FORScan changes in key modules. For those of us who made it to BC and...
I did this TSB today. Found that I needed to use the usb cable first, then the network cable when asked. It updated both the APIM and TCU. APIM usb update took right away afterward. Success! ECU thread has a video posted of the procedure...
It's the mongoose and this is the second truck I've updated. First truck is at BC. This only happens when I try to talk to the GWM for an update. Otherwise scans network and updates just fine.
Location: Utah (northern Utah County)
Abilities: FDRS and Forscan
Hardware: Mongoose and needed Battery charger/maintainer
Disclaimer: I am willing to help YOU walk through the process to update your truck with FDRS and make Forscan changes.