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#42 ·
Ketris said:
Did you ever get an answer or try this out yourself? I'm in the same situation, with a Canadian 2015 LT.
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#43 ·
Hello,

I have a 2018 Chevrolet Spark LS in Canada. It has a BYOM2 systems. The Spark did not getMy Link 3s until the 2019 year.

Are there any updates for the BYOM2 system or can it be upgraded to My Link 3?

Thanks for any insight or help you might have!
 
Discussion starter · #44 · (Edited)
SackVeganAcadian said:
Hello,

I have a 2018 Chevrolet Spark LS in Canada. It has a BYOM2 systems. The Spark did not getMy Link 3s until the 2019 year.

Are there any updates for the BYOM2 system or can it be upgraded to My Link 3?

Thanks for any insight or help you might have!
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I do not think so. The new MyLink 3s use different hardware and wiring interfaces from 2019+ so from a plug and play perspective it would be impossible to swap them out. However if someone can find the wiring diagram for 18 and 19 model years I’m sure it could be figured out bc afaik they aren’t super different. As for updating the software I haven’t checked to see if there is one. My 2018 Malibu has wifi connection for updates but it never finds any. Eventually I may get a scan tool and a subscription to SPS so I can see if there are any for that gen of MyLink

Edit: I talked to someone who knows a little more about this topic than I do as I was curious too and it seems like it isn’t possible (even if wired correctly) because the new Mylink uses a different data bus than the older BYOM2 in base model GM vehicles. That being said I would try if I had a unit on hand but I don’t think the software differences are huge enough that it would be worth trying something like this.
 
#46 ·
ok ... i have tried this update ... the screen froze while it said update 4 of 5 (0%). i pulled the usb stick, restarted. It seems to work. but i don't know if i have created some frankenstein software version. haha.

I put the usb stick back in to try and flash it again, but it says there are no files to update on the USB stick.

So my question is ... is there a way to force it to flash again? Or to erase it then flash again? or am I stuck with what i have short of going to a dealer. The upside it that it does work and bluetooth now works...
 
Discussion starter · #47 ·
rumour.millers said:
ok ... i have tried this update ... the screen froze while it said update 4 of 5 (0%). i pulled the usb stick, restarted. It seems to work. but i don't know if i have created some frankenstein software version. haha.

I put the usb stick back in to try and flash it again, but it says there are no files to update on the USB stick.

So my question is ... is there a way to force it to flash again? Or to erase it then flash again? or am I stuck with what i have short of going to a dealer. The upside it that it does work and bluetooth now works...
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If it says that there are no new updates to be flashed then I’d say you’re fine. Maybe check the software versions tab to see what got updated by matching the calibration numbers in the guide? I wouldn’t worry about it if everything works as expected. When you say it froze at the 4/5 part how long did you wait before restarting it? Sometimes it can take a hour or more and it may look frozen but it’s not
 
#49 ·
Paskalampi said:
@Blasirl just updated the post with a... . let me know if it works
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Hi! I'm from Brazil and I have a Cruze LTZ 2015. I downloaded the files. The option to update appeared but the message also appeared: "hardware ñ comp.". I preferred not to continue with the installation.

Please, does anyone have access and could make the Brazilian version of the latest update available?

Thank you very much, I ask for space.

Paskalampi said:
@Blasirl just updated the post with a ... let me know if it works
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#50 ·
Paskalampi said:
@Blasirl just updated the post with a google drive link. let me know if it works
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I was able to download the file, but so far all I was able to extract was the text file. I'll keep working it.


Directions for updating MyLink radio using USB programming (2013-2016 Gen1 Cruze) (NOT TESTED ON NAV UNITS YET)


If you don't understand basic computer knowledge such as extracting .zip files/formatting flash drives please research before continuing
I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY BRICKED RADIOS, YOU ARE ACKNOWLEGING THAT YOU ARE DOING THIS UPDATE AT YOUR OWN RISK, AND YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR DOING!


Requirements:
Windows/Mac computer
USB 2.0/3.0 flash drive with at least 4GB capacity formatted as FAT32, needs to be erased/empty
Battery voltage is above 12v (this will take a long time, make sure battery is good or use a battery maintainer)
At least 45min-1hr of your time


On the PC:

Un-zip/extract the firmware you just downloaded
Drag the update folder from the .zip you extracted to the empty flash drive


In the vehicle:

Turn the key to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine!!)
(for start/stop button ignition hold the button down for 5 seconds with key inside without pressing brake pedal, DO NOT USE ACCESSORY MODE!!)


On the radio:
Insert the USB in the center console, it's fine if it tries to switch radio sources

Press config > radio settings > software versions menu > update radio software



The radio will verify files, this can take up to 10-15 minutes depending on the flash drive used
Once the radio is done verifying files, start the software update
Read the warnings, then continue



The radio will reboot a few times while updating, if it looks frozen at all DO NOT TURN OFF THE VEHICLE, just be patient. It does take a long time!! If it stays frozen for a really long time check the TSB, page 2 for further instructions


Once updated the radio will reboot automatically, however vehicle settings may be reset back to factory defaults, change them to your preferences if needed.
Bluetooth devices may need to be re-paired to the vehicle.





THE UPDATE WAS DOWNLOADED FROM OFFICIAL GM SPS SERVERS ON A TECHLINE CONNECT MACHINE, CALIBRATION NUMBERS ARE 22222221, 84009432, 84019246, 84019247, 84019249
I will check and update this if new updates arise, as of 2022-07-06 this is the latest version that can be downloaded from GM servers

Link to TSB from Sep. 2016: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10118920-9999.pdf
 
Discussion starter · #52 ·
Blasirl said:
I was able to download the file, but so far all I was able to extract was the text file. I'll keep working it
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On google drive you have to right click the update folder and click download. It will zip the folder up and download it to your computer. It is 1.5GB and the flash drive you extract the folder to should look like this when proceeding to update.
 
#53 ·
Blasirl said:
Consegui baixar o arquivo, mas até agora tudo que consegui extrair foi o arquivo de texto. Vou continuar trabalhando nisso.


Instruções para atualizar o rádio MyLink usando programação USB (2013-2016 Gen1 Cruze) (AINDA NÃO TESTADO EM UNIDADES NAV)


Se você não entende conhecimentos básicos de informática, como extrair arquivos .zip/formatar unidades flash, pesquise antes de continuar
NÃO SOU RESPONSÁVEL POR NENHUM RÁDIO BRICKED, VOCÊ ESTÁ RECONHECENDO QUE ESTÁ FAZENDO ESTA ATUALIZAÇÃO POR SUA CONTA E RISCO E SABE O QUE ESTÁ FAZENDO!


Requisitos:
Computador Windows/Mac
Unidade flash USB 2.0/3.0 com pelo menos 4 GB de capacidade formatada como FAT32, precisa ser apagada/esvaziada
A tensão da bateria está acima de 12 V (isso levará muito tempo, certifique-se de que a bateria esteja boa ou use um mantenedor de bateria)
Pelo menos 45min-1h do seu tempo


No PC:

Descompacte/extraia o firmware que você acabou de baixar
Arraste a pasta de atualização do .zip que você extraiu para a unidade flash vazia


No veículo:

Gire a chave para a posição ON/RUN (não dê partida no motor!!)
(para a ignição do botão start/stop, mantenha o botão pressionado por 5 segundos com a chave dentro sem pressionar o pedal do freio, NÃO USE O MODO ACESSÓRIO!!)


No rádio:
Insira o USB no console central, tudo bem se ele tentar trocar as fontes de rádio

Pressione config > configurações de rádio > menu de versões de software > atualizar software de rádio



O rádio verificará os arquivos, isso pode levar de 10 a 15 minutos dependendo da unidade flash usada
Assim que o rádio terminar de verificar os arquivos, inicie a atualização do software
Leia os avisos e continue



O rádio irá reiniciar algumas vezes durante a atualização, se parecer congelado NÃO DESLIGUE O VEÍCULO, apenas seja paciente. Demora muito!! Se permanecer congelado por muito tempo, verifique o TSB, página 2 para obter mais instruções


Depois de atualizado, o rádio será reiniciado automaticamente; no entanto, as configurações do veículo podem ser redefinidas para os padrões de fábrica. Altere-as de acordo com suas preferências, se necessário.
Os dispositivos Bluetooth podem precisar ser emparelhados novamente com o veículo.





A ATUALIZAÇÃO FOI BAIXADA DOS SERVIDORES OFICIAIS GM SPS EM UMA MÁQUINA TECHLINE CONNECT, OS NÚMEROS DE CALIBRAÇÃO SÃO 22222221, 84009432, 84019246, 84019247, 84019249
Vou verificar e atualizar isso se surgirem novas atualizações, a partir de 06/07/2022 esta é a versão mais recente que pode ser baixada dos servidores GM

Link para TSB de setembro de 2016: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10118920-9999.pdf
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Blasirl said:
I was able to download the file, but so far allI was able to extract was the text file. I'll keep working it.


Directions for updating MyLink radio using USB programming (2013-2016 Gen1 Cruze) (NOT TESTED ON NAV UNITS YET)


If you don't understand basic computer knowledge such as extracting .zip files/formatting flash drives please research before continuing
I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY BRICKED RADIOS, YOU ARE ACKNOWLEGING THAT YOU ARE DOING THIS UPDATE AT YOUR OWN RISK, AND YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR DOING!


Requirements:
Windows/Mac computer
USB 2.0/3.0 flash drive with at least 4GB capacity formatted as FAT32, needs to be erased/empty
Battery voltage is above 12v (this will take a long time, make sure battery is good or use a battery maintainer)
At least 45min-1hr of your time


On the PC:

Un-zip/extract the firmware you just downloaded
Drag the update folder from the .zip you extracted to the empty flash drive


In the vehicle:

Turn the key to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine!!)
(for start/stop button ignition hold the button down for 5 seconds with key inside without pressing brake pedal, DO NOT USE ACCESSORY MODE!!)


On the radio:
Insert the USB in the center console, it's fine if it tries to switch radio sources

Press config > radio settings > software versions menu > update radio software



The radio will verify files, this can take up to 10-15 minutes depending on the flash drive used
Once the radio is done verifying files, start the software update
Read the warnings, then continue



The radio will reboot a few times while updating, if it looks frozen at all DO NOT TURN OFF THE VEHICLE, just be patient. It does take a long time!! If it stays frozen for a really long time check the TSB, page 2 for further instructions


Once updated the radio will reboot automatically, however vehicle settings may be reset back to factory defaults, change them to your preferences if needed.
Bluetooth devices may need to be re-paired to the vehicle.





THE UPDATE WAS DOWNLOADED FROM OFFICIAL GM SPS SERVERS ON A TECHLINE CONNECT MACHINE, CALIBRATION NUMBERS ARE 22222221, 84009432, 84019246, 84019247, 84019249
I will check and update this if new updates arise, as of 2022-07-06 this is the latest version that can be downloaded from GM servers

Link to TSB from Sep. 2016: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10118920-9999.pdf
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Thanks for the feedback. Great! You got the files!

Hoping it works out.

Thanks!
 
#54 ·
Paskalampi said:
On google drive you have to right click the update folder and click download. It will zip the folder up and download it to your computer. It is 1.5GB and the flash drive you extract the folder to should look like this when proceeding to update.

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Hey! Didn't saw your comment, sorry. Do you have the folder for download?
 
#57 ·
Blasirl said:
I was able to download the file, but so far all I was able to extract was the text file. I'll keep working it.


Directions for updating MyLink radio using USB programming (2013-2016 Gen1 Cruze) (NOT TESTED ON NAV UNITS YET)


If you don't understand basic computer knowledge such as extracting .zip files/formatting flash drives please research before continuing
I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY BRICKED RADIOS, YOU ARE ACKNOWLEGING THAT YOU ARE DOING THIS UPDATE AT YOUR OWN RISK, AND YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR DOING!


Requirements:
Windows/Mac computer
USB 2.0/3.0 flash drive with at least 4GB capacity formatted as FAT32, needs to be erased/empty
Battery voltage is above 12v (this will take a long time, make sure battery is good or use a battery maintainer)
At least 45min-1hr of your time


On the PC:

Un-zip/extract the firmware you just downloaded
Drag the update folder from the .zip you extracted to the empty flash drive


In the vehicle:

Turn the key to the ON/RUN position (do not start the engine!!)
(for start/stop button ignition hold the button down for 5 seconds with key inside without pressing brake pedal, DO NOT USE ACCESSORY MODE!!)


On the radio:
Insert the USB in the center console, it's fine if it tries to switch radio sources

Press config > radio settings > software versions menu > update radio software



The radio will verify files, this can take up to 10-15 minutes depending on the flash drive used
Once the radio is done verifying files, start the software update
Read the warnings, then continue



The radio will reboot a few times while updating, if it looks frozen at all DO NOT TURN OFF THE VEHICLE, just be patient. It does take a long time!! If it stays frozen for a really long time check the TSB, page 2 for further instructions


Once updated the radio will reboot automatically, however vehicle settings may be reset back to factory defaults, change them to your preferences if needed.
Bluetooth devices may need to be re-paired to the vehicle.





THE UPDATE WAS DOWNLOADED FROM OFFICIAL GM SPS SERVERS ON A TECHLINE CONNECT MACHINE, CALIBRATION NUMBERS ARE 22222221, 84009432, 84019246, 84019247, 84019249
I will check and update this if new updates arise, as of 2022-07-06 this is the latest version that can be downloaded from GM servers

Link to TSB from Sep. 2016: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10118920-9999.pdf
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Hello.

Can you share the link so I can download and try?

Thank you.
 
#58 ·
Discussion starter · #60 ·
leandromr79 said:
Thank you, man. I think I have downloaded this files and when I start the process appeared "hardware not compatible". Do you know if it works for brazilian cruze dispite the message?
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Like I said this is a US and Canada compatible update only. If it lets you bypass that message and proceed to update, you are responsible for whatever happens as I cannot help you. It’s telling you it won’t work with your radio. I am the user who uploaded this update to the website.

I would suggest going aftermarket with an Android radio or a name brand unit if you’re having problems as the cruze radios are starting to become outdated.
 
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