Subsection 04 (COMMUNICATION TOOLS AND B.U.D.S.

COMMUNICATION TOOLS AND

B.U.D.S.
SERVICE TOOLS
Description Part Number Page
DIAGNOSTIC CABLE .................................................................... 710 000 851 ......................................... 2, 4
MPI-2 INTERFACE CARD .............................................................. 529 036 018 ............................................. 2
MPI-3 INTERFACE CARD .............................................................. 529 036 353 ............................................. 2

GENERAL
Refer to PROCEDURES for instructions on the
communication tools.
If communication problems occur, refer to TROU-
BLESHOOTING in this subsection.

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REQUIRED TOOLS
MANDATORY TOOLS
A personal computer (laptop or desktop) USB

MPI-2 INTERFACE CARD

(P/N 529 036 018) CAN

OR

MPI-3 INTERFACE CARD (P/N 529

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036 353)
MPI-3 CARD

DIAGNOSTIC CABLE Prerequisite for USB communication:

(P/N 710 000 851) – PC Computer turned on
– MPI connected to PC computer.
OPTIONAL TOOL
Extension cable USB LIGHT
available at electronic retail outlets. STATUS WHAT TO DO
Do not exceed 7.5 m (25 ft)
Check USB connection between
Light is MPI card and PC computer.
TROUBLESHOOTING OFF Check USB operation on PC computer
(hardware or USB drivers)
DIAGNOSTIC TIPS Light is
Connections are GOOD.
Communication can take place
IMPORTANT: Make sure all connections are GREEN
on USB side
made and vehicle is powered up before starting
B.U.D.S. to allow proper communication between Prerequisite for CAN Communication:
the vehicle and B.U.D.S. software. – MPI card connected to diagnostic connector on
vehicle.
Troubleshooting the MPI Connection
– Ignition key installed and turned to ON (electri-
MPI Status Lights cal system powered up without engine started).
The MPI includes 2 status lights that indicate the – B.U.D.S. started and logged on.
connection condition: USB and CAN. Both lights CAN LIGHT
must be GREEN for the MPI to function properly.
Otherwise, refer to the following charts. STATUS WHAT TO DO
Light is Check connection between MPI card
OFF and diagnostic connector on vehicle
Light is Check CAN wires/connectors on
RED vehicle
Connections are GOOD.
Light is
Communication can take place
GREEN
on CAN side

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Communication Problems when Using
B.U.D.S.
Missing Module
If one or more ECM is not communicating with the
MPI, refer to DIAGNOSTIC AND FAULT CODES
subsection.

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No Vehicle Detected
If an “X” is shown in the status bar and the pro-
tocol tool is blinking between Kw2000 500K and
Kw2000, it means that no ECM is communicating
with the MPI.
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1. Check connections between the PC computer
and the vehicle.
2. Ensure the electrical system is powered up.
NOTE: The tether cord must be installed.
3. Ensure both USB and CAN lights on the MPI
are GREEN. Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING
THE MPI CONNECTION subsection.
If B.U.D.S. does not automatically exit the follow-
ing message box, click the Try active detection
mode button. This will manually establish the
communication with the ECUs.
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Message Box: "Some of the Information
Normally Displayed..."
If the following message box is displayed in
B.U.D.S.:
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1. Click on the OK button in the box.
2. Ensure the tether cord is properly installed.
3. Briefly press the vehicle START button to acti-
vate the ECM. Do not hold START button to
avoid engine starting.
4. Click on the Read Data button in B.U.D.S.
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Message Box: "Engine must be Stopped..."
If the following message box is displayed in
B.U.D.S.:
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1. Click on the Cancel button in B.U.D.S.
2. Ensure the tether cord is properly installed.
3. Briefly press the vehicle START button to acti-
vate the ECM. Do not hold START button to
avoid engine starting.
4. Continue with the procedure undertaken prior
to the appearance of the message box.
PROCEDURES
MULTI-PURPOSE INTERFACE
CARD (MPI-2 OR MPI-3)
The MPI (Multi-Purpose Interface) in conjunction
with the diagnostic cable is used with B.U.D.S. to
communicate with the ECM (engine control mod-
ule) and other modules.
MPI Card Power
The MPI card uses the power from the PC com-
puter's USB port.
Diagnostic Connector Location
The 6-pin diagnostic connector is located near the
coolant tank, stored in it's protective cap. To ac-
cess it, remove the LH access cover.
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Connecting the PC to the Vehicle
1. Disconnect the 6-pin diagnostic connector from
its holder (protective cap).
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1. Coolant tank holder
2. Coolant tank overflow hose
3. Diagnostic connector
2. Connect one end of the DIAGNOSTIC CABLE
(P/N 710 000 851) to vehicle connector.
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3. Connect the other end of diagnostic cable to the
MPI card.
4. Connect the MPI card to the USB port of a PC
(personal computer).
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MPI CARD CABLE CONNECTED TO USB PORT
5. Use B.U.D.S. software as described further in
B.U.D.S. SOFTWARE.
B.U.D.S. SOFTWARE
B.U.D.S. (BRP Utility and Diagnostic Software)
is designed to allow programming key(s) to the
vehicle, allow electrical and electronic component
monitoring, activation of certain components for
diagnostic purposes, and to carry out settings
changes.
For more information pertaining to the use of the
B.U.D.S. software, use its help which contains de-
tailed information on its functions.
Always use the latest applicable B.U.D.S. version
available on BOSSWeb.
Reading Electronic Control Units Using
B.U.D.S.
IMPORTANT: Ensure all connections have been
made before starting B.U.D.S. to allow proper
operation. Refer to MPI in this subsection.
1. Press the START button to wake up the electri-
cal system.
2. Install the tether cord on the engine cut-off
switch.
3. Start B.U.D.S. and logon.
NOTE: B.U.D.S. will automatically choose the ap-
propriate MPI protocol.
4. Ensure the appropriate number of modules is
shown in the status bar.
NUMBER OF
MODULES
MODULES
2 ECM and cluster
3 ECM, cluster and iBR
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NOTE: If an update file is available on KNOWL-

EDGE CENTER but the B.U.D.S. software being
used is not up to date, the update icon will not ap-
pear. Refer to the SERVICE BULLETINS to see if
there is an update available.
Use the Module submenu and check all modules
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one at a time to see which module(s) can be up-
STATUS BAR
1. Number of modules read by B.U.D.S. dated.

5. Read electronic modules by clicking the Read

Data button.

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B.U.D.S. is now ready to use. TYPICAL - MODULE SUBMENU LIST

Updating Electronic Control Module 1. If the Update option is greyed out, no update
(ECM) Software file is available for this module.
NOTICE Failure to strictly follow a procedure 2. If the Update option is black, an update file is
to update a module may permanently damage available for this module.
the module.
Whenever B.U.D.S. is first connected to a vehicle,
check for an update icon in the status bar at the
bottom of the Vehicle page.

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1. Greyed out: No update to perform

Black: Update file available

Before applying an update, log onto KNOWL-

EDGE CENTER and search the vehicle's VIN to
find the unit's history.

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TYPICAL

If the update icon is visible, B.U.D.S. indicates that

a file is available to update at least one of the elec-
tronic modules:
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Complete all WARRANTY CAMPAIGNS TO VER-
IFY.
NOTE: PRODUCT HISTORY will show all repairs
performed and claimed under warranty.
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NOTE: When selecting the update menu in
B.U.D.S., a dialog box will appear and the update
file description may give some clue to finding
the vehicle-related information on KNOWLEDGE
CENTER .
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TYPICAL
1. File description
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Writing Changes in an ECM
If the word Modified appears at the end of the
vehicle file name at the top of the B.U.D.S. page,
then a change has been made that requires it to
be saved to the proper electronic module.
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TYPICAL
1. Indicate setting or data modified; Write Data to save
Click the Write Data button.
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NOTE: A message box will confirm a successful
operation.
In such a case, turn ignition switch OFF, then wait
for the message to disappear before disconnect-
ing the MPI.
Disconnect MPI card and store the vehicle diag-
nostic connector in its protective cap.
NOTICE Failure to secure the diagnostic con-
nector in its protective cap may result in corro-
sion or other damage to the terminals.