Tesla infotainment system upgradeable from MCU1 to MCU2

[Milkfloat]

Random thinking aloud.... The model 3 has a combined MCU and AP3 computer (double board in a single module), could Tesla retro fit that and use existing MCU 1 as a dumb display terminal. A different software config, but no new hardware (just used in a different config).

 

[verygreen]

Random thinking aloud.... The model 3 has a combined MCU and AP3 computer (double board in a single module), could Tesla retro fit that and use existing MCU 1 as a dumb display terminal. A different software config, but no new hardware (just used in a different config).

no. That would be totally impractical.

 

[BPeter]

no. That would be totally impractical.

So, how hard would it be for someone to just purchase a used MCU2 and IC2 and stick them into an MCU1 car?
Drop-in replacement? What kind of software modifications would be required?

 

[verygreen]

So, how hard would it be for someone to just purchase a used MCU2 and IC2 and stick them into an MCU1 car?
Drop-in replacement? What kind of software modifications would be required?

it's pretty much a drop-in replacement. I plan to try it soon once I get a bit of a free time.

Now if you want the mileage/vin/car config to be transferred - that's something regular people cannot do.

 

[BPeter]

it's pretty much a drop-in replacement. I plan to try it soon once I get a bit of a free time.

Now if you want the mileage/vin/car config to be transferred - that's something regular people cannot do.

So what controls supercharging then? Doesn't the MCU have to communicate with the Tesla servers to start it and bill to the right account?
And what happens if the MCU is configured for the wrong trim, will features like Ludicrous mode not work if the software config is wrong on the MCU? That would require rooting it I assume.

Will be very interesting to see your results when you try!

 

[verygreen]

Doesn't the MCU have to communicate with the Tesla servers to start it and bill to the right account?

car controls supercharging currently. And then it might tell mothership if it thinks you need to be billed (I heard this might eventually change, but today the car itself 100% decided this matter)

And what happens if the MCU is configured for the wrong trim, will features like Ludicrous mode not work if the software config is wrong on the MCU? That would require rooting it I assume

don't need the root per se to make the config match, but with improper config the car likely won't run. Obviously this is not a problem for Tesla themselves when/if they'd do the retrofit.

From my perspective I wonder if I need to do something special for the premium audio since old and new premium audio systems are different. Obviously it would not preclude the car from running so PoC-wise it would not matter I guess.

 

[viper2ko]

Tesla V10: first look at the update and new features - Electrek

A nice list of features MCU1 won't support

 

[badboy1980]

Is this going to happen or what?

 

[Lex]

Is this going to happen or what?

Why not ask Tesla Service, I tried a few weeks ago and was told they don't offer it (yet ?)

 

[⚡️ELECTROMAN⚡️]

Is this going to happen or what?

It better. A lot of people probably made decisions about buying a used Tesla, or holding on to their old one based on this tweet. Part of my buying decision was based on Elon tweets indicating they would support their older cars.

 

[Cheburashka]

my buying decision was based on Elon tweets

How has that worked out so far?

 

[thegruf]

How has that worked out so far?

we'll find out in 3 months maybe, 6 months defintiely

 

[badboy1980]

I think (hope) the upgrade will be made available alongside V10 update. Seems most logical step.

 

[viper2ko]

MCU2 only, confirmed

 

[emmz0r]

Can you play video via the browser??? Then, also while driving?

 

[badboy1980]

I’m certain the upgrade option will be soon. Every time I call Tesla Service they say “not available yet.” I think it’s just a matter of time.

 

[BigD0g]

I’m certain the upgrade option will be soon. Every time I call Tesla Service they say “not available yet.” I think it’s just a matter of time.

It's true, as soon as you buy that new Tesla S/X they'll have that spanking new MCU2 just waiting for you I promise!!

 

[badboy1980]

It's true, as soon as you buy that new Tesla S/X they'll have that spanking new MCU2 just waiting for you I promise!!

LOL.... I hope not. Im sure they will offer the upgrade. Too many customers will be left unhappy if what you say is correct!

 

[HankLloydRight]

As I mentioned in another thread, I've changed my stance on the MCU2 upgrade. I've since been informed by a very good source that not only is an MCU1->MCU2 upgrade possible, but Tesla has built an internal upgrade kit to do it. But they won't release it or do any upgrades. They would just rather you buy a new car.

Or what @BigD0g just said.

 

[badboy1980]

As I mentioned in another thread, I've changed my stance on the MCU2 upgrade. I've since been informed by a very good source that not only is an MCU1->MCU2 upgrade possible, but Tesla has built an internal upgrade kit to do it. But they won't release it or do any upgrades. They would just rather you buy a new car.

Or what @BigD0g just said.

I hope you are wrong..