What is an IPC software flash

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champ198

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I had a problem with the backup camera and electric tailgate lock. Turns out the connector was loose. On the service summary sheet, the dealer lists a "software flash for IPC". What does this mean and how is it related?

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I believe "IPC" is for "Instrument Panel Cluster."
Probably real quick thing to try before diagnosing further. Just a guess on my part though.
 

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That's a diagnostic they perform to make sure the rest of the system is functioning properly.
 

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I had a problem with the backup camera and electric tailgate lock. Turns out the connector was loose. On the service summary sheet, the dealer lists a "software flash for IPC". What does this mean and how is it related?

Thanks,
DDH

Hi DDH,

Looks like this is the TSB that was applied to your vehicle--I don't believe it was related to the connector issue:

NUMBER: 08-073-16
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: September 01, 2016

SUBJECT:
Flash: Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Enhancement
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves updating the Instrument Panel software and updating Radio
Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) software to latest version.

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may describe one or more of the following:
· Instrument cluster backlighting may start flickering. This usually occurs when the
dimming is in the lower settings (high-line instrument panels only).
· The cruise control set speed does not match the digital speedometer (BUX vehicles
only).

Kori
Ram Social Care Specialist
 
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