Service Bulletin

Bulletin No.:

20-NA-012

Date:

June, 2020

TECHNICAL
Subject:
Brand:

Radio Software Version V135116 Over-the-Air Update
Model:

Model Year:

VIN:

from

to

from

to

2020

2020

—

—

Engine:

Transmission:

All

All

Blazer
Camaro
Colorado
Equinox
Malibu
Chevrolet

Silverado
1500
Silverado
2500HD/
3500HD
Sonic
Trax
Canyon
Sierra 1500

GMC

Sierra
2500HD/
3500HD
Terrain

Involved Region or Country

North America, China, Middle East, Israel, Palestine, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia,
Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Japan, Thailand, Egypt, Africa

Additional Options (RPOs)

Equipped with Infotainment System RPO IOR

Condition

Some customers may comment on software issues. A continuous improvement software
update is being released with updates made on the following areas: volume ramp, WiFi
operation, phone projection, rear view camera (RVC), radio settings, OnStar, text
improvements, and other general system improvements. Improvements include:
• Reduce occurrence rate of radio volume ramp up / unwanted volume increases
• Apple CarPlay and Waze features may not function properly
• System reset and reduced WiFi functionality
• Improve Radio DTC U18AF diagnostic algorithm
• Display is green during system initialization
• OnStar “End Call” button missing on first ignition cycle after calibration update
• Change text from “Park Assist Tow Bar” to “Park Assist” in Collision/Detection screen
• Change text of remote lock window operation to remove confusion regarding remote
lock remote power window operation settings
• Over-the-Air update gets stuck during Install phase
• Extremely rare blank display after entering vehicle during a 200ms timing window at 9
minutes and 54 seconds into a Remote Vehicle Start event
• (China) “My Media” source text not translated to Chinese

Cause

The cause of the condition may be software anomalies.

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Correction

June, 2020

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A new radio software update, version 135116, is being released for vehicles equipped
with Infotainment system RPO IOR, to provide general robustness and stability
enhancements.
This update can occur remotely through in-vehicle prompts from the radio display.
However, some customers may decline the vehicle update or the update may be
unsuccessful. Along with the vehicles mentioned above, vehicles in unconnected
markets, and fleet customers will need the dealer to reprogram the radio with the new
software package.

Service Procedure
Important: If the remote vehicle update has been
downloaded or installed, DO NOT install the update via
USB. DO NOT attempt to complete the programming
event without reading Determining Where to Start –
Checking for Update Status first to avoid programming
failures or module lockup conditions.
The update procedure in this bulletin includes the
following four sections:
• Determining Where to Start - Checking for Update
Status
• Update Procedure Using Remote Vehicle Update
• Update Procedure Using TIS2WEB (USB
Download)
• Troubleshooting
Important: DO NOT attempt to complete the
programming event without reading Determining
Where to Start – Checking for Update Status first to
avoid programming failures or module lockup
conditions.

Determining Where to Start – Checking for
Update Status
The process used for this update is dependent on the
status of the software on the module and if the module
already has a remote install package downloaded. To
verify if an update package is already on the vehicle,
open “Settings” and then scroll to “Updates” on the
radio screen. If an update is shown under the “Updates”
screen, proceed to the Update Procedure Using
Remote Vehicle Update section of this document.
If no update is shown, enter GDS2 to view the A11
Radio Software Module 1 value. If Software Module 1
value is the old software part number, 84639917,
84691626, or 84762987, proceed with the software
update following the Update Procedure Using
TIS2WEB (USB Download) section of this document.
If the part number is 84785838, then the radio is
already updated and no further action should be taken.

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Update Procedure Using Remote Vehicle
Update
1. If a remote package is on the system, you may see
the below pop up upon shifting the vehicle to Park.

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2. Select “Install Update.”
• If no update available pop up is displayed,
navigate to “Settings” -> “Updates.” If there is a
remote package downloaded on the system, it
will display “Install Now”, proceed with install. If
there are no options available, proceed with the
software update following the Update
Procedure Using TIS2WEB (USB Download)
section of this document.

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Important: During installation, the vehicle will be
disabled and cannot be driven. Features like door
locks, windows and chimes may not work. If you leave
the vehicle, DO NOT lock occupants inside.
Note: Download may pause due to cellular connection
speed. If the download pauses, click resume to
continue. If the download takes longer than 30 minutes,
see the Troubleshooting section below.
Important: 135116 or greater will ONLY be shown in
the About screen if the software has been updated from
a previous version.
3. Once the remote vehicle update has completed,
verify there are no updates. Select “Settings”,
scroll down and select “Updates.” If no updates are
available, verify software build is at 135116 or
greater in “Settings” -> About screen. If confirmed,
no further action is required. 135116 or greater will
only be shown in the About screen if the software
has been updated from a previous version.

Update Procedure Using TIS2WEB (USB
Download)
Caution: Before downloading the update files, be sure
the computer is connected to the internet through a
network cable (hardwired). DO NOT DOWNLOAD or
install the files wirelessly. If there is an interruption
during programming, programming failure or control
module damage may occur.

Important: Carefully read and follow the instructions
below.
• Ensure the programming tool is equipped with the
latest software and is securely connected to the
data link connector. If there is an interruption
during programming, programming failure or
control module damage may occur.
• Stable battery voltage is critical during
programming. Any fluctuation, spiking, over
voltage or loss of voltage will interrupt
programming. Install a GM Authorized
Programming Support Tool to maintain system
voltage. Refer to www.gmdesolutions.com for
further information. If not available, connect a fully
charged 12V jumper or booster pack disconnected
from the AC voltage supply. DO NOT connect a
battery charger.
• Turn OFF or disable systems that may put a load
on the vehicles battery such as; interior lights,
exterior lights (including daytime running lights),
HVAC, etc.
• During the programming procedure, follow the
SPS prompts for the correct ignition switch
position.
• Refer to Radio Programming and Setup for
additional information on programming.

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Important: TIS2WEB screen shown. Techline Connect
screen is similar and will be included soon.
Important: For every vehicle that needs to be updated
through USB, be sure to download the files through
TIS2WEB on a USB drive each time for each vehicle.
DO NOT use the same files downloaded from a
previous vehicle. Use a USB 3.0 drive formatted to
FAT32 with a minimum size of 4 gigabytes.

Important: Before downloading the USB update files,
be sure the computer is connected to the internet
through a network cable (hardwired). DO NOT
DOWNLOAD the files wirelessly.
1. Start SPS, select Radio – USB File Transfer and
follow the on-screen instructions.

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Important: TIS2WEB screen shown. Techline Connect
screen is similar and will be included soon.
Important: To avoid warranty transaction rejections,
you MUST record the warranty claim code provided on
the SPS Warranty Claim Code (WCC) screen on the
job card. Refer to callout 1 above for the location of the
WCC on the SPS screen.
2. Record SPS Warranty Claim Code on the job card
for warranty transaction submission.
3. Insert the USB drive into the vehicle while in Park.
If the software does not automatically begin to
update within one minute, reference the
Troubleshooting section below.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the USB
software update.
Clear DTCs after programming is complete. Clearing
powertrain DTCs will set the Inspection/Maintenance (I/
M) system status indicators to NO.

Troubleshooting
Important: When downloading USB update files, be
sure the computer is connected to the internet through
a network cable (hardwired). DO NOT DOWNLOAD the
files wirelessly.
Important: It is normal operation of the Over-the-Air
(OTA) update process for a radio to remain on for 30
seconds after ignition is turned off and retained
accessory power (RAP) has been disabled. The radio
will return to normal power down operations, i.e. off
when RAP is disabled, once the OTA update has been
installed.
Scenario 1: Vehicle conditions are not ideal.

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If the above screen is shown, download the update
through TIS2Web and perform USB update. Ensure the
vehicle battery is being maintained (using EL-49642 or
battery maintainer) while performing this update.
Scenario 2: Consistently Paused Download

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If the above screen is shown and resuming the
download repeatedly fails, a USB update will need to
be performed. Turn the vehicle on, return to the home
screen, and insert USB stick (see previous section).
Verify the part number is correct and follow on screen
prompts.
Scenario 3: Update Failed. Return to dealer screen.
Important: If having issues with the USB drives, try
using a different brand. The USB drive should be
USB 3.0.

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If one of the above screens is shown, download the
update through TIS2Web and insert a USB stick into
the radio. A yellow progress bar should come on the
screen and the update will proceed. If this screen
above is shown when trying to update the radio through
USB, reformat the USB drive to FAT32 on your PC,
perform Return to Factory Defaults, and then try to
download the update through TIS2WEB again.

Parts Information
No parts are required for this repair.

Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor
Operation

Description

Labor Time

9700002*

Remote Vehicle Update:
TIS2WEB/USB Download
Not Required

0.3 hr

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Warranty Claim Code Information Retrieval
If the SPS Warranty Claim Code was not recorded on
the Job Card, the code can be retrieved in the SPS
system as follows:
1. Open TIS on the computer used to program the
vehicle.
2. Select and start SPS.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select the Warranty Claim Code tab.
The VIN, Warranty Claim Code and Date/Time will be
listed on a roster of recent programming events. If the
code is retrievable, dealers should resubmit the
transaction making sure to include the code in the SPS
Warranty Claim Code field.

0.3 hr
Radio Module
Reprogramming with
SPS/USB
Important: *To avoid warranty transaction rejections,
carefully read and follow the instructions below:
• Submit as Transaction Type ZREG.
• The SPS Warranty Claim Code must be accurately
entered in the “SPS Warranty Claim Code” field of the
transaction.
• When more than one Warranty Claim Code is
generated for a programming event, it is required to
document all Warranty Claim Codes in the “Correction”
field on the job card. Dealers must also enter one of the
codes in the “SPS Warranty Claim Code” field of the
transaction, otherwise the transaction will reject. It is
best practice to enter the FINAL code provided by SPS.
9700017*

Version

3

Modified

Released March 24, 2020
April 20, 2020 – Removed the word “not” from the last sentence in the section
Determining Where to Start – Checking for Update Status and add the first Important
statement below both graphics under Update Procedure Using TIS2WEB (USB
Download).
June 12, 2020 – Removed the Holden Equinox, added the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu and
removed Australia and New Zealand from the Involved Regions or Country section.

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technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper
service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a
job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your
vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the
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