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Tesla infotainment system upgradeable from MCU1 to MCU2
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ahkahn
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Probably is capable of newer and more common LTE bands.
Yinn
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Those from 2016-2017 should submit something. It only covers cars to 2015, and MCU1 was used after that.
Document the heck out of it. Mine started being problematic at 49,000 miles. Fully failed 10,000 miles later - conveniently out of warranty.
Just got an invoice for my upgrade (scheduled tomorrow). Appears odd in that there are two entries and the part numbers for one appear to be different than what others have reported. I also see no mention of a cable assembly or the four screws others have reported. My invoice states:
The touchscreen part number in work item 1 appears to be correct, but the upgrade in work item 3 (ending in "B") appears to be new. I'm wondering if this is the AP3 kit with the cable (note it says "NODISP"). Maybe this is the AP3 upgrade kit for those who don't upgrade the MCU and just keep MCU1 and go from AP2 to AP3?
If anyone has any insights, would very much appreciate them as I certainly don't want to drive all the way to the service center only to discover they are missing parts and don't have the whole kit. Of note, I was told the upgrade will take 1 to 2 days and will definitely not be done same day (this is at the Tyson's Tyco Road service center in Virginia).
Note: My care is an AP2/MCU1 car built in March 2017.
The touchscreen part number in work item 1 appears to be correct, but the upgrade in work item 3 (ending in "B") appears to be new. I'm wondering if this is the AP3 kit with the cable (note it says "NODISP"). Maybe this is the AP3 upgrade kit for those who don't upgrade the MCU and just keep MCU1 and go from AP2 to AP3?
If anyone has any insights, would very much appreciate them as I certainly don't want to drive all the way to the service center only to discover they are missing parts and don't have the whole kit. Of note, I was told the upgrade will take 1 to 2 days and will definitely not be done same day (this is at the Tyson's Tyco Road service center in Virginia).
Note: My care is an AP2/MCU1 car built in March 2017.
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Any others have had any luck with this? My mobile techs here are willing to try this, with the understanding that I can't return the MCU2 and new tuner I already purchased.
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The third item is the FSD harness for 2.0 cars with the MCU2 kit (which includes ic2 and HW3).
I had the other items as well. I'm inquiring if my screen wasn't replaced as my ordered part says no disp.
The third item is the FSD harness for 2.0 cars with the MCU2 kit (which includes ic2 and HW3).
I had the other items as well. I'm inquiring if my screen wasn't replaced as my ordered part says no disp.
@croman Thanks for the explanation. Presumably the first item is the replacement with display since it says "with replacement touchscreen". I'm guessing those who don't get the display replaced have a different part number/description and presumably the $250 discount. Guess I'll ask/confirm when I get there.
I think the first one is the generic package but my actual mcu2 part says no disp. And my work order lists the replacement parts and no screen is mentioned but it says tegra to Intel but that could be done without swapping screens.
Honestly I paid the full price because I want the 4yr warranty to cover everything.
Mokuzai
Member
Received an email letting me know of a part being ordered for my MCU & FSD upgrade. Looks like this is the FSD module.
I wasn't aware HL changed at all/that much on the S and X. If so, that accounts for it, of course. Never saw that mentioned anywhere here in the last four years, but I'll take your word for it.
I am scheduled for next week for my HW3 and MCU2 upgrade on my March 2017build Model S. For now my invoice has me down for the $2500 for the MCU2 (already bought the HW3 before the price increase) but after reading the article I am wondering if Tesla will have to eventually recall those cars and replace them with MCU2. If so, I would have to think that they would also have to refund the $2500 to anyone that paid for the MCU2 upgrade.
If they are liable they would just have to replace with another MCU1. And with the new software fix they could show that MCU1 would last much longer
scottf200
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@scottf200 Thanks. I had not seen that. Looks like one is the upgrade with no MCU and the other is a new MCU display. I'll ask when I get there tomorrow and see what ends up coming in!
Dreamontom99
Member
FYI on 10% off for keeping your existing screen, I was texted this for my appt to do MCU2 & HW3 upgrades & recall repair:
....The Infotainment Upgrade parts will need to be ordered. Also you have the option to have it installed at a 10% discount if you choose to retain your current display. Please let us know how you'd like to proceed at your earliest convenience to ensure we order the correct parts, thank you!
Also FWIW, I received note in app for the HW3 upgrade and recall repair, but not for the MCU2 Infotainment upgrade.
....The Infotainment Upgrade parts will need to be ordered. Also you have the option to have it installed at a 10% discount if you choose to retain your current display. Please let us know how you'd like to proceed at your earliest convenience to ensure we order the correct parts, thank you!
Also FWIW, I received note in app for the HW3 upgrade and recall repair, but not for the MCU2 Infotainment upgrade.
Dreamontom99
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Why would I want to keep old screen? Especially with any warranty issues?
Screens have never been an issue. Other than the yellowing which can be fixed with UV.
@Dreamontom99 Why would I want to keep old screen? Especially with any warranty issues?
Some people are doing it to save the $250 bucks and rolling the dice on the screen. Personally I'm going to pay the full $2500 which presumably means everything in the MCU is warrantied without any cost to me for the next 4 years (my car is 3 years old now).
Some people are doing it to save the $250 bucks and rolling the dice on the screen. Personally I'm going to pay the full $2500 which presumably means everything in the MCU is warrantied without any cost to me for the next 4 years (my car is 3 years old now).
Not true. Some of the earlier screens had bubbling and leaking fluid/glue due to issues in manufacture. I believe those were mainly pre-autopilot screens anyway, but there have been issues with the screens besides the yellowing. In addition, the jury is still out on the UV fix and there are indications that (a) it may not be a permanent fix, (b) Tesla doesn't warranty that fix, and (c) if it returns you may have to pay for the fix yourself).
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