FlatSix911
Porsche 918 Hybrid
The lack of correct information coming from Tesla service reps is unfortunate... they need better training and management.
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Tesla infotainment system upgradeable from MCU1 to MCU2
- Thread starter MurrayJimW
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The lack of correct information coming from Tesla service reps is unfortunate... they need better training and management.
shrink
Member
Got my MCU 2 upgrade back on my classic pre-AP Signature Model S today. Took only a day to do. I asked for the radio upgrade, but was told it was currently unavailable.
One small hiccup at contactless pickup. I didn’t bring my second key fob thinking I could open the car with the app. Well, they forgot to turn on remote access so I could not get in. Thankfully some folks were there and they found some back door access and retrieved the key fob they locked in the car.
MCU is very snappy. IC resolution is much sharper (or maybe it’s just clean
). Have to play with it a little more, but I have to say, while expensive, my early impression is that I’m impressed. Great update for an 8-year old car!
One small hiccup at contactless pickup. I didn’t bring my second key fob thinking I could open the car with the app. Well, they forgot to turn on remote access so I could not get in. Thankfully some folks were there and they found some back door access and retrieved the key fob they locked in the car.
MCU is very snappy. IC resolution is much sharper (or maybe it’s just clean
). Have to play with it a little more, but I have to say, while expensive, my early impression is that I’m impressed. Great update for an 8-year old car!
Got my MCU 2 upgrade back on my classic pre-AP Signature Model S today. Took only a day to do. I asked for the radio upgrade, but was told it was currently unavailable.
One small hiccup at contactless pickup. I didn’t bring my second key fob thinking I could open the car with the app. Well, they forgot to turn on remote access so I could not get in. Thankfully some folks were there and they found some back door access and retrieved the key fob they locked in the car.
MCU is very snappy. IC resolution is much sharper (or maybe it’s just clean
Not to disappoint you about this, but according to your photos the screen looks slightly misfitted if you follow the lines of the bezel.
HenryT
Active Member
So an update...Well after more then six months finally dropped my S off in Orlando for the upgrade. At least 6 to 7 days to complete!
Model Y loaner.
It went much faster then 6 or 7 days. Dropped it off early last Friday morning and Saturday I get a text saying it was ready. Of course I couldn't pick it up until Monday. I'm extremely pleased with the update and glad I did it. Voice commands and the web browser actually work again. The new FSD visualizations are nice too. Here's hoping the beta FSD goes wide soon.
One thing I noticed on the loaner Y was that the reverse camera also brought up the side cameras. Anyone have a theory why that isn't on the S or did I miss a setting?
It's there, you need to push the little down arrow under the camera view which expands to show the side cameras.
I have had "IT" with Tesla, both of my screens started bubbling as soon as the warranty expired. I could overlook that, thinking it was some kind of a screen protector issue. Then it started LEAKING some kind of fluid out of the bottom and sides. Turns out that Mr. Musk knew about this problem before I even purchased the vehicle in October of 2015. Window sticker was $143,560.00. I was dumb enough to pay cash, otherwise I would have just taken it back and told them to shove it. Now they want me to pay $2,500 for 2 new screens. This car has only 37k miles on it, never abused, no accidents, not smoked in, but I'm DONE with Tesla's shitty attitude so make me an offer. Screens will be installed next week. This is a p90d Ludicrous Plus. Very fast. I am also cancelling my orders for 2 Cybertrucks if anybody wants to take my place instead of trying to get my deposit back from these cheap bastids.
mspohr
Well-Known Member
Seven years. One problem out of warranty. Just don't buy an ICE car.
Akikiki
A'-Lo-HA ! y'all
Brando
Active Member
Leaker decided to get a boat and get away from land til things calm down, right?
Brando
Active Member
I hope the Last car I will own. So no plan to sell. - bought 1 year old and after 30 years still one of the best autos built/designed IMHO. 1976=>1999 in Sweden I think. (US 1978-1998).
GM bought, did refresh (made car smaller SAAB 93). I think this particular 900 people would still buy - seems you may know why.
Except those who deem refresh = progress. not me.
IF you come to Bainbridge, perhaps I can give you a ride.
PS- does still have a few dents
zanary
Active Member
FSD will work with MCU/1 it's just that you won't get all of the visuals. MCU/2 that is part of the Infotainment Ugrade Package is NOT free and is not a warranty replacement for MCU/1. It's an optional $2500 if you want it (to continue to use radio will be extra on top of the $2500).
Check out this link for details = Infotainment Upgrade
Here is my review when I had it done back in March of 2020 = Tesla confirms infotainment system upgradeability from MCU1 to MCU2 for $2500
Check out this link for details = Infotainment Upgrade
Here is my review when I had it done back in March of 2020 = Tesla confirms infotainment system upgradeability from MCU1 to MCU2 for $2500
ADEEL421
Member
No you can’t. I have the same built. It’s $2500 bucks but you can get your HW upgraded to 3.0
