Questions tagged [software]
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Are there requirements for building a car-PC and it's software?
I am currently rebuilding a car as a hobby. As a part of it I am planning on building in a car PC with custom software for some multimedia usage, navigation and some diagnose usage. I know there are ...
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Why would my odometer reset to the same mileage whenever I turn off the ignition?
I have a 2000 Nissan Altima and the odometer (not trip meter) reads 86186 miles when I first start the car. As it's driven, the odometer seems to work correctly, incrementing miles. But if I turn off ...
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Determine which features of a car are software locked
It's an open secret that a lot of cars these days are built with all of the hardware that they need to perform the operations of "extras" whether or not you pay for them. They're then ...
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Does Fiat need dedicated FiCom OBD hardware and software for diagnostics?
I got an ELM 327 with Bluetooth from my brother in law. We have tested it in his Chevrolet Aveo with several apps and it works like a charm.
When I tried it on my Fiat Panda 2012, the apps couldn't ...
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Car radio that I can develop for
Is there a such thing as a car radio that I can develop software for? It can run Windows or Linux OS. I have a radio that currently runs Windows CE but I can't find an easy way to load any software ...
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How could a battery issue lead failures in ABS, Cruise control, stop-start, etc?
We have a 2014 VW Golf (diesel automatic) and recently we have started getting sporadic "christmas tree" errors when starting it. A few seconds after starting the engine, we get error after error ...
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Looking for software/device to track members of a riding group [closed]
We are a group of bike rider; whenever we go on a trip its been a little difficult to manage the location of all riders.
Like If somebody left behind how can we find exact location of the bike.
Do ...
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OBD2 to USB Cable for Windows 10
One could put an argument that this question is about software and not mechanics, however now-days everything is computerized (including cars and their diagnostic tools) so I believe this question ...
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Software for Exploded Views
I would like to know if there is any software that allows me to see the exploded view of the various parts/components of the car.
I´m looking for something like ETKA for VAG cars but I would like to ...
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Can reading from the ODB port interfere with a custom STO map?
I recently had a full freeflow system fitted to my Opel/Vauxhall Astra Turbo Coupe. Along with this, I had a stage 1 STO map done to take full advantage of the new exhaust characteristics. At any rate,...
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How to reboot car software in Renault Megane e-Tech EV? (2023)
I have an issue with the car software misbehaving (won't release charging cable) which I think could go away if I could restart the car's software.
Locking/unlocking the car doesn't reboot. ...
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Cars with too much fangled software
For cars with a push button parking brake, is there a universal method to unlock the parking brake, eg when a crucial circuit board malfunctions?
For cars with a push button engine start and steering ...
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Hyundai tester software
Is there any PC software to see the sensors value and change there parameters, or how I can do that for my Hyundai.
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Which Engine Control Module (ECM) Software version do I need to fix the Emissions Service Action 24DR for 2014 Volkswagen Passat?
Which Engine Control Module (ECM) Software version do I need to fix the Emissions Service Action 24DR issue for 2014 Volkswagen Passat?
Some details below:
The Emissions Service Action 24DR issue:
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EPS and GMC steering wheel vibrations
I recently went and got a recall done for my EPS on my 2015 GMC Sierra 1500. When i got it back from the deal I had vibrations in my steering wheel. This recall was a flash update on the software for ...
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Software removed from Honda 2017 radio
I'm from Poland.
I removed the software from the radio in Honda Accord Hybrid 2017.
Only the reversing camera works.
The service in Poland will not help me, because the car is from the USA.
Does ...
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Physical feature enabled by software update?
I've heard a story about someone wanted to upgrade his car with seat heating. When he called the dealership he was told his car already included the heating hardware all he need is a software update ...
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install software after HDD changed
how to install software on Toyota HDD Navigation (NHDN-W56g) after I've changed HDD? should I purchase it or can I dowload it and install using usb memory stick? thanks.
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What is the best diag tool for peugeot, citroen? [closed]
I know about lexia 3 interfaces and I know that diagbox and pp2000 are the actual genuine software from the manufacturer.
But there are knockoffs and I cant really get a genuine one. Is it ok to get ...
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Is there any Valve Timing Diagram software for many Engine Brands and Models?
I'm helping out an old mechanic friend, so I'm asking this question on his behalf.
This friend asked me if I could find a piece software that would help him find this kind of diagrams for many car ...
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Car hacking - e.g. auto closing windows when locking
Im new to car hacking. I want to modify my car. The target is that the windows close automatically when i lock the car.
I found out that I can use the CAN2USB Device to connect the car to a linux ...
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Firmware updates for the Hyundai i30
Recently I found out that my car (an Hyundai i30 Premium 1.0 T-GDI 2018 model) has an SD-card slot with the maps on there. I also found out that in the Hyundai media system there is a screen with the ...
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