P*IWIS2301AD Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Support
PIWIS Tester III/IV Online Update 41.900.045
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Attention: General Manager/Service Manager/Service Technician

Information: New Version 41.900.045

PIWIS Tester III/IV Online Update

Designation:
PIWIS Tester III/IV Online Update 41.900.045
Part Number: N/A

Tool Number: N/A

Use
Update of PIWIS Tester III/IV
Classification:

Price:
Free of charge, included in the annual usage fee for

PIWIS Tester licenses.
Important Notes

Important!

This software is only intended for use on PIWIS Tester III/IV.
Note!

Regarding handling of the proprietary Porsche PIWIS Tester III/IV software, we refer to Article 6 - “Transfer for use and assigned of

rights of use” - of the PIWIS Purchase and License Agreement, in particular the ban on duplicating the software or making it available to

third parties.
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PIWIS Tester III/IV Online Update
Caution!

Download must not be interrupted!

Important!

> During the entire update process, the PIWIS Tester III/IV must not be disconnected from the power supply!

Installation of the software update via SD card (PT3G Only)

1. Connect PIWIS Tester III to an external power supply and start it.

2. Insert setup data medium into the drive.

3. Start installation using menu item “Tools --> Update” on the PIWIS user interface.

4. After successful installation, PIWIS Tester III will be restarted.

Installation of the software update via Online Update (PT3G & PT4G)

Important: The download process is performed automatically as soon as an online connection is available1.

Select “Online update” in the “Tools” menu to view the current download status. Installation of the releases must be started manually by

pressing the “Start installation” button.

2
Prerequisite: PPN PIWIS Tester registration must have been carried out successfully.
1. Connect PIWIS Tester III/IV to an external power supply and start it.

2. Start installation using menu item “Tools - Online Update” on the PIWIS user interface.

3. After successful installation, PIWIS Tester III/IV may restart.

Download is complete.

Types of PIWIS Tester III/IV Release Updates

There are 2 types of updates. The online update (III & IV) and the SD card update. (III Only)

Complete update – Complete updates are used to update the Tester to the most recent base

version. The diagnostic software and the basic system features are completely re-installed.

Online update – The online update contains delta versions of the relevant application on the Tester. The update process runs until all

online update releases are installed.

Note: The release designation is merely a version number. It is not possible to tell from the release designation whether it is a complete

update or an online update package.
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PIWIS Tester III/IV Online Update 41.900.045
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PIWIS Tester III/IV Online Update

Release
Available as

Download from PiUS
Available as

Online Update
Required installation sequence to install desired release

(after recovery or on a new Tester)
41.700.020, .025 & .026
No
Yes
SD card update 41.700 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.700.026 (III & IV)
41.700.030, .750.000 & .032
No
Yes
SD card update 41.700 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.750.032 (III & IV)
41.750.040
No
Yes
SD card update 41.700 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.750.040 (III & IV)
41.750.045 & .046
No
Yes
SD card update 41.700 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.750.046 (III & IV)
41.750.050 & .051
No
Yes
SD card update 41.700 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.750.051 (III & IV)
41.750.052
No
Yes
SD card update 41.700 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.750.052 (III & IV)
41.750.060
No
Yes
SD card update 41.700 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.750.060 (III & IV)
41.800.000, .010 & .011
Yes
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.800.011 (III & IV)
41.800.020
No
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.800.020 (III & IV)
41.800.022
No
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.800.022 (III & IV)
41.800.030
No
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.800.030 (III & IV)
41.800.040 & 41.850.045
No
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.850.045 (III & IV)
41.850.050
No
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.850.050 (III & IV)
41.850.055
No
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.850.055 (III & IV)
41.850.060
No
Yes
SD card update 41.800 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.850.060 (III & IV)
41.900.000, .010, .011 & .020 Yes
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.020 (III & IV)
41.900.023 & .030
No
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.030 (III & IV)
41.900.031
No
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.031 (III & IV)
41.900.032
No
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.032 (III & IV)
41.900.035
No
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.035 (III & IV)
41.900.040
No
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.040 (III & IV)
41.900.042
No
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.042 (III & IV)
41.900.045
No
Yes
SD card update 41.900 (PT3G Only), then online update 41.900.045 (III & IV)
The right-hand column specifies in which order the updates or releases must be installed to obtain the desired release on the Tester. This

applies particularly in case of a recovery or a new Tester.

Further information:

• The current base level software to use when restoring the PT3G is 41.900

• Essentially, it is only possible to update from an older release to a newer release.

• During the update, the system may automatically install intermediate releases before installing the final release. Example: If the Tester

is updated from release 39.300 to 39.400, the system automatically installs release 39.300 first, then the final release 39.400. If the

“required installation sequence” includes an online update, the information is applicable only if a newer online update is not already

available. Updates are always installed up to the newest available online update.
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PIWIS Tester III “Recovery” using the BIOS

When you switch on PIWIS Tester III, a “Recovery” can be performed using the BIOS. This process resets the original image, including

the XP operating system and the PIWIS Tester III basic system features. The resultant system state is the basic system without

diagnostic content.

The Recovery process causes the system’s configuration data (e.g. network configuration, proxy settings, PPN certificate) to be lost

and as a result, the configuration parameters must be re-entered. After the Recovery process, a SD card of release version V2.000

or higher must be performed. The configuration must then be reset under “Settings - Network configuration”. Since the certificate is

no longer installed on the system, your PPN Coordinator can arrange for it to be made available for download again. You do not need

to apply for a new certificate. The imprint and boot password can be retained.

To perform the Recovery, restart PIWIS Tester III and press F2 during the boot process (Porsche logo appears). Then enter the

password “Porsche911” (the P in Porsche is uppercase), switch to the “Exit” tab, select “Repair your Computer” and then press

“Enter”. The Recovery process starts immediately (and takes approx. 35 min.). Press “Enter” when the Recovery is complete. PIWIS

Tester III restarts again. Select “Yes” to confirm the “Restore your Previous Data” dialog box. This saves the imprint as well as other

files you have created (e.g. screenshots, logs).
Online update, online teaching functions, PPN access, license update and data transfer

The “Online update”, “Online teaching functions”, “PPN access”, “License update” and “VAL data return” functions can only be run if

the network settings and any proxy settings that are used were set correctly and if a valid PC certificate was installed successfully

on PIWIS Tester III. The user must have PPN access and must be allocated to the certificate.

Note!

Please carry out the described configuration soon and in good time before the next online update release becomes available.
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New Features

PIWIS Tester III/IV software online updates are available.
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General Information

Ordering

o Tool numbers beginning with VAS, VAG, and ‘‘T’’

-> Porsche.snapon.com

o Tool numbers beginning with 9###, PNA, V04, 000.721, 918.721, and ‘‘P’’

-> Polaris / Porsche Dealer Parts Department

-> To locate the Polaris ordering number: PPN > PCSS > Information media > All media > WEST > Search tool number
Workshop Equipment Classification

Servicing and maintenance

Replacement of units and assemblies

Disassembly of units and assemblies

Tool rental

Body & Paint
Support

o Tool numbers beginning with VAS, VAG, and ‘‘T’’

-> Contact SBS customer care at 1-855-895-2013 or

[email protected].

o Tool numbers beginning with 9###, PNA, V04, 000.721,

918.721, and ‘‘P’’

-> Create a PRMS ticket: Technical Support > Special

Tools
High-voltage
All prices are subject to change without notice
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