Updating APIM Firmware (Calibration Files)

F150Chief · 2 October 2020 19:25

Scroll up the thread…

fido · 2 October 2020 19:43

I read, but maybe someone has and would send it.
Because I have a problem with Sync3 and the logos of the stations do not appear after updating. Maybe someone can help.

John_Dough · 3 October 2020 06:54

fido · 3 October 2020 08:45

Is it safe ? can something go wrong?
Should I use this guide? Updating APIM Firmware (Calibration Files)

CyanLabs · 3 October 2020 12:45

This is my hosted version of the exe so yes it’s fine.

fido · 3 October 2020 13:28

Will it help in my case?
I have a Ford Escape from 2018. USA imported to Poland. How do I update APIM, the logos will show up? Does it make sense?
I have the Viaken ST1170 V3 cable, will it be good?
Maybe I need to change ACM or APIM to EU version?

fido · 3 October 2020 18:09

I checked through forscan and I get something like in the photo. Can I safely update?

F150Chief · 3 October 2020 18:38

If you are trying to get radio station logos on a 2018 Ford Escape (USA), don’t bother. The radio (ACM) will likely need to be replaced with an EU version and programmed . Also, the APIM will need to be programmed for the ACM. It’s a US car, no DAB.

fido · 3 October 2020 19:42

And everything is clear for a chance.
I have to exchange ACM for EU and that’s it. I expected such information.

Lukasz_Dardzinski · 3 October 2020 20:46

Can anyone help me. The update was not c filed apim omplete. The radio does not turn on, what to do?

CyanLabs · 3 October 2020 21:02

You have installed incompatible calibration, restore your old ones or find others.

Lukasz_Dardzinski · 3 October 2020 21:16

Or maybe a hint on how to do it

F150Chief · 3 October 2020 21:20

Restore the original calibration files to the unit.
What adapter are you using?
Is this a US car imported?

Lukasz_Dardzinski · 3 October 2020 21:26

yes this is a car from the usa. This is what the files looked like before the update.

Lukasz_Dardzinski · 3 October 2020 21:29

I have an OBDLink EX adapter

Lukasz_Dardzinski · 3 October 2020 21:30

Could you please help me with the exact files I have to upload? Escspe 2017 rok

F150Chief · 3 October 2020 22:17

Check your PM…Resolved.

F150Chief · 4 October 2020 04:44

For those of you looking to enable station logos on your Sync equipped US vehicle imported to Europe, here are 2 threads illustrating changes needed for the ACM and APIM. As I understand, the settings in the threads allege that you will have EU frequencies and RDS. I do not know if this will fix the logo issue, but that is not specifically addressed. There are mentions of updating the firmware for the ACM as well as replacement.

https://forscan.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4346

https://www.forscan.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4989

Fields987 · 4 October 2020 14:02

Hello, I updated my APIM but the USB Image still shows incompatible. Is there a different one I need to download somewhere? Vin 1FMCU0JDXHUE72581

Thanks!

CyanLabs · 4 October 2020 17:26

Don’t do anything with the USB image