Range AFM throwing multiple codes and CEL
Le Mans Master
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I'm wondering if the seat belt software update has something to do with the problem since no one reported any issues with the unit until after the seat belt update?
Mine worked fine before the seat belt update but I have not used the AFM Disabler since the seat belt SW update.
Mine worked fine before the seat belt update but I have not used the AFM Disabler since the seat belt SW update.
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Caitlin (Range Technology Support)
Nov 7, 11:29 AM MST
Thank you for your patience.
The latest firmware is V7.8 and can be used on 2016s down to 2005s.
Thanks again.
Caitie
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This is what I have been using on my A8 Z06...Perfect!
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Are the codes required to be cleared?
Caitlin (Range Technology Support)
Nov 7, 11:29 AM MST
Thank you for your patience.
The latest firmware is V7.8 and can be used on 2016s down to 2005s.
Thanks again.
Caitie
Range Technology AFM Solutions for GM Cars, Trucks & SUVs
This is what I have been using on my A8 Z06...Perfect!
Caitlin (Range Technology Support)
Nov 7, 11:29 AM MST
Thank you for your patience.
The latest firmware is V7.8 and can be used on 2016s down to 2005s.
Thanks again.
Caitie
Range Technology AFM Solutions for GM Cars, Trucks & SUVs
This is what I have been using on my A8 Z06...Perfect!
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Drifting
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I didn't remove the codes with my scanner because I wanted to see if just removing the Range would clear the CEL.
I went driving around this morning for about 20 minutes and its still on.
Will give it a few more days of normal driving and hopefully it will clear itself.
I went driving around this morning for about 20 minutes and its still on.
Will give it a few more days of normal driving and hopefully it will clear itself.
Safety Car
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The first time, the codes and CEL did clear after 2 or 3 start/stops. Since CELs bug me, I now use my BlueDriver Scan (LINK) to clear them. For perspective, in the whole year I had 3 experiences of a limp-mode start, and none since I received the V7.8R1 version.
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Start and stop the engine a half dozen times without it plugged in it should clear on its own.
Safety Car
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Unplug the module for 3-4 minutes with the key OFF
Start the vehicle and be sure it's at a steady idle
After 10-15 seconds, plug the module into the OBD2 port
This will send a DTC ALL CLEAR to all modules on the bus when it's plugged in "hot" like this
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Drifting
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Check engine light turned off the next day. I told range what happened, and rep said "(04:50:57 PM) Caitie: If you would like to return your module and you are within the original 30-day return window, the process is simple and painless. Send the unit back to Range with it’s original packaging and the return will be processed with the purchase being credited at that time." She didn't offer the secret beta code..
WhiteDiamond - did yours throw a code?
WhiteDiamond - did yours throw a code?
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Sorry and I was also hoping for better news. I used my ver 7.7 with my 2016 Z06 for two months before the first CEL/limp and it sounds like 8.1 isn't much better. As suggested by a poster on another thread it looks like the next thing to try is turning on the Range module (I have a switched OBD II extension cable) after starting the car.
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '15-'16,'18
Exactly what I'm doing. No Range for me.
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Check engine light turned off the next day. I told range what happened, and rep said "(04:50:57 PM) Caitie: If you would like to return your module and you are within the original 30-day return window, the process is simple and painless. Send the unit back to Range with it’s original packaging and the return will be processed with the purchase being credited at that time." She didn't offer the secret beta code..
WhiteDiamond - did yours throw a code?
WhiteDiamond - did yours throw a code?
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '15-'16,'18
I don't understand why anyone would continue to use something that caused CELs even if you can clear them. Something is happening to cause the CELs to be displayed. But what do I know?
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It sure sounds like Range Technology doesn't have their act together. Why would they keep shipping a product that doesn't work properly. Causing CELs and having to "limp" home or to a dealership is not my idea of a quality product.
They should acknowledge there is a problem and stop selling these units until they get the software fixed. And having a Customer Service Rep tell you that if you don't like the product ship it back is just silly. Why go through the hassle of ordering one in the first place?
I mostly drive in Manual using the shift paddles anyway and will continue to do so. But I thought it might be nice to have the option to disable AFM using the Range product when in Automatic. But NOT until they get it fixed!
They should acknowledge there is a problem and stop selling these units until they get the software fixed. And having a Customer Service Rep tell you that if you don't like the product ship it back is just silly. Why go through the hassle of ordering one in the first place?
I mostly drive in Manual using the shift paddles anyway and will continue to do so. But I thought it might be nice to have the option to disable AFM using the Range product when in Automatic. But NOT until they get it fixed!
Racer
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The problem only seems to happen if the unit is plugged in during start up, if you start your car and wait a few seconds before you plug the range in or if you have a switched cable wait a few seconds before you turn it on and you probably will not have any issues.
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Drifting
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