Emailed - they sent me a text and told me that they couldn't do it with a mobile ranger and that my appointment was moved to early august, then followed up with the parts order email.
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Tesla infotainment system upgradeable from MCU1 to MCU2
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blodg1
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It has Netflix, Hulu, Youtube and more. I am very happy about the updated IC because the poor resolution always irked me when switching between my two cars. On the drive home, I noticed the improved map tracking which was very smooth. Overall very pleased.
After picking up my S on monday, I took it on the extended highway drive yesterday and I'm even more blown away by the change from AP2.0/MCU1 to AP3/MCU2. Navigate on autopilot is leaps and bounds ahead of where it was. Previously it would never move out of the passing lane, and I had no confidence that the lanes were clear during lane changes. I have it set on mad max and the level of aggressiveness is right where i like it, and awareness of cars particularly in the blind spot is gobs better, and there's no more hanging out in the passing lane. Stoplight, sign, cone, street marking visualizations are super cool.
UHFS sound is insanely better across the spectrum - actually had to turn down the bass. Maps are just smooth now. Games lost novelty pretty quickly, but Netflix is a gamechanger at supercharging stops. Sentry mode and dashcam viewer are super slick. Couldn't be happier.
Only oddball thing is that when parked, there's a halo around the car in the IC. Maybe I just never noticed it with the previous setup, but it just doesn't look right - in fact I thought I may have had a bad screen but it goes away when shifting into drive. It seems like the background gray is brighter than on my old IC.
UHFS sound is insanely better across the spectrum - actually had to turn down the bass. Maps are just smooth now. Games lost novelty pretty quickly, but Netflix is a gamechanger at supercharging stops. Sentry mode and dashcam viewer are super slick. Couldn't be happier.
Only oddball thing is that when parked, there's a halo around the car in the IC. Maybe I just never noticed it with the previous setup, but it just doesn't look right - in fact I thought I may have had a bad screen but it goes away when shifting into drive. It seems like the background gray is brighter than on my old IC.
One more thing to note for those considering the upgrade: The depiction of the ultrasonic sensors in the IC update and react much quicker on MCU2 than MCU1. I use these daily when parking in my garage and noticed an immediate improvement. Everything with MCU2 is faster! I am very glad I updated.
Mirlen
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Shortly after I arrived for pickup it was downloading 2020.20.17, installed when I got home, now it's installing a 2020.24 build I believe...Not sure how high it's gonna go, need to load the car up for a trip tomorrow! I'll do one more install but that's it! MCU2 speed over MCU1 is like night and day, the GPS map scrolling is silky smooth, feels like something sliding on ice. IC display pretty smooth, almost calibrated in all modes, still about 87% and 80% on smart summon and NoA, basic AP calibrated shortly after I left the service center, maybe 4-5 miles.
Had slight dash panel alignment issue with the flat carbon fiber trim on the left being pushed out and 'squishy' after install. Had same issue when my MCU1 was replaced for the yellowing screen issue. Otherwise looks good (They corrected that while I waited, thanks guys!)
Overall I'm pretty happy with this, no new display, $250 off. My display appeared to be working OK. No warranty extension on my display. I never really used the FM/AM radio, only when I remembered I had it and thought hey, lets give it a shot...then hit a commercial and said..."NO THANKS!" Oh another plus, my USB SSD is working again and indexes MUCH faster. I popped in a 512GB flash drive as well which had the TESLACAM folder and dashcam started using that right away! Woohoo, actuial dashcam and sentry mode!
BrownOuttaSpec
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First, I'm grateful for this forum for gathering information. My tesla is currently in service getting the MCU2 upgrade. I plan on posting when it is complete.
The first thing I have learned is this 10% scam that tesla service provides for you to use your own main console screen. I would never have called it a scam if it wasnt a frequent theme with many owners from different states. If you look up tesla screen replacement, the cost can be anywhere from $1500 to $3000 dollars (likely with labor). When you purchase the MCU2 upgrade you are purchasing the MCU2 AND the expensive screen replacement.
In my interpretation, when you are offered a $250 discount, it seems like the service center is simply "buying your screen for $250". When they have that screen, they can charge the full amount to another owner and make a huge profit. Also, I have read that the older screens have tendency to have yellowing defects that require treatment. And you dont get the extended warranty you get with the the new screen, so if your screen fails, imagine the cost to replace or fix especially out of warranty.
When I dropped off my tesla yesterday to get the upgrade, I was told I would get a new screen. When they called today, they told me MCU2 was installed but they somehow had error and forgot to install the new screen and offered me the same discount. I refused the discount and told them to install my expensive that I paid for knowing they would have to open up the dashboard again. However they couldn't charge me the labor for it since it was their mistake.
So, it's not a discount to get $250 for an expensive Tesla touchscreen. Imagine how much an owner with a failed touchscreen that would pay you to get your screen for $250 and only have to pay labor to install it. In reality if your touchscreen is good, why not just pay $2500, keep your old screen installed and keep the new screen somewhere safe in case it fails?
The first thing I have learned is this 10% scam that tesla service provides for you to use your own main console screen. I would never have called it a scam if it wasnt a frequent theme with many owners from different states. If you look up tesla screen replacement, the cost can be anywhere from $1500 to $3000 dollars (likely with labor). When you purchase the MCU2 upgrade you are purchasing the MCU2 AND the expensive screen replacement.
In my interpretation, when you are offered a $250 discount, it seems like the service center is simply "buying your screen for $250". When they have that screen, they can charge the full amount to another owner and make a huge profit. Also, I have read that the older screens have tendency to have yellowing defects that require treatment. And you dont get the extended warranty you get with the the new screen, so if your screen fails, imagine the cost to replace or fix especially out of warranty.
When I dropped off my tesla yesterday to get the upgrade, I was told I would get a new screen. When they called today, they told me MCU2 was installed but they somehow had error and forgot to install the new screen and offered me the same discount. I refused the discount and told them to install my expensive that I paid for knowing they would have to open up the dashboard again. However they couldn't charge me the labor for it since it was their mistake.
So, it's not a discount to get $250 for an expensive Tesla touchscreen. Imagine how much an owner with a failed touchscreen that would pay you to get your screen for $250 and only have to pay labor to install it. In reality if your touchscreen is good, why not just pay $2500, keep your old screen installed and keep the new screen somewhere safe in case it fails?
Technically they never said you were getting a new screen with the Infotainment Upgrade...
If you want to keep the old parts they charge you a $1,000 core fee...
BrownOuttaSpec
Active Member
There is a $1,000 "core" charge for your old equipment, if you want to keep it (MCU and screen) then you need to pay $1,000.
That's awesome! Do you have a before after with the main screen? I think the colors are more vibrant with the newer one as well but I'm not sure
The core fee is for the processor, but I'm sure it could be for the screen and it's still less than the cost of the old MCU and screen replacement.
My main point is that it's better to install the new expensive screen rather than take a $250 discount.
It's not old equipment, they have your uninstalled new screen. You are keeping what you bought and it wasnt your option to keep the old screen.
Hi Kannangm,
They have a specific part number (not necessarily the one you were quoted)
that comes without a screen.
They reportedly are suffering from a screen shortage.
My wife's car will soon go in for the upgrade.
I have not yet been quoted for the parts...
Another consideration - Yellowing
Not sure where that is now but my 2018 X yellowed
and has been repaired successfully with the UV machine...
My wife's 2015 has never yellowed or been any type of problem...
Good luck,
Shawn
They have a specific part number (not necessarily the one you were quoted)
that comes without a screen.
They reportedly are suffering from a screen shortage.
My wife's car will soon go in for the upgrade.
I have not yet been quoted for the parts...
Another consideration - Yellowing
Not sure where that is now but my 2018 X yellowed
and has been repaired successfully with the UV machine...
My wife's 2015 has never yellowed or been any type of problem...
Good luck,
Shawn
blodg1
Member
StoicKiwi
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ucmndd
Well-Known Member
I don’t think anyone has reported a pre-facelift (mid 2016+) car with a yellowing screen. They have a different problem with bubbles and losing their magic goo.
blodg1
Member
My 2014 P85 AP1 is yellowing. I have an appointment next week at Costa Mesa to resolve. That car is under warranty.
blodg1
Member
That’s the same part on my invoice. I received a new IC and MCU screen though not listed on the paperwork.
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