ASIST FAQ SUPPORT
 CONSULT

1) Service Center Support for FZ-55 Purchased from TechMate
2) Can Now Update CONSULT PC to Windows 11
3) End of Support for Historical CONSULT Toughbook Units and Non-Certified Devices - See bulletins listed for additional Information
4) PC consistently prompts to complete the PC's Serial Registration
5) Panasonic FZ-55 Hard Drive Recovery Instructions: TECH MATE Purchased PC only
6) Advance VI3 wireless troubleshooting steps
7) Flicker Update for Panasonic FZ-55
8) Key Fob Registration or Immobilizer ECU Replacement Failure
9) B18 Sentra, T33 Rogue, R53 Pathfinder: Error SDCER003 or Error VDA0003
10) CONSULT-III plus: OPERATIONS MANUAL Viewing issue
11) CONSULT-VI is not opening Login page or reading VINs/not allowing manual input.
12) CONSULT-III plus Reprogramming or Immobilizer: Does not accept the User ID/password
13) CONSULT-III plus Re/programming – Data Transfer from PC to VI2 Fails
14) CONSULT-III plus Installation Interrupted Message Version 201.1 or higher
15) CONSULT-III Plus: Not able to install Software Update
16) CONSULT-III plus: Software will Not Launch and No Error Message.
17) CONSULT-III plus: Unable to install the CONSULT-III plus update or GT-R CSP Software
18) CONSULT-III plus: GT-R CSP Software installation fails during registration process
19) CONSULT-III Plus Error Code: R112 and/or C9004
20) OCS - 64 bit Driver Download - Do not Use Unless Directed by ASIST Support!
21) OCS Recall and/or CONSULT-III Plus Software Troubleshooting Support
22) Windows 10 - Vehicle Interface (VI) will not connect to CONSULT-III plus while using USB cable
23) VI3 will not connect to the laptop, but using the USB cable will connect
24) Vehicle Interface (VI) locked in Reprogramming Complete mode
25) CONSULT-III plus: Does not detect the Vehicle VIN
 

Service Center Support for FZ-55 Purchased from TechMate
 
 
 Download: Click here for contact information
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Can Now Update CONSULT PC to Windows 11
 
 Microsoft Windows 11 fix for connecting your VI3 to the CONSULT PC over the point-to-point wireless interface. A fix has been established, and it is now ok to apply the Windows 11 update to your CONSULT PC. Click on link below for details or go to CONSULT Support Items under VI3 section.
 Download: Nissan - Windows 11 and VI3 Wireless Details
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End of Support for Historical CONSULT Toughbook Units and Non-Certified Devices - See bulletins listed for additional Information
 
 Non-Certified Toughbook devices, along with the certified CF-18, CF-19, and CF-54 models, are no longer supported. Please review the following notices for full details and guidance on transitioning to supported hardware:

NSIB23-018 – 3:1 Ratio Policy (and OST information) Nissan Bulletin Announcement Reference: NSIB/23-018

ISB23-011a - 3:1 Ratio Policy (and OST information) Infiniti Bulletin Announcement Reference: ISIB/23-011a

NSIB25-006 – Windows 10 Support Ending Nissan Bulletin Announcement Reference: NSIB/25-006

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PC consistently prompts to complete the PC's Serial Registration
 
 Bosch requires that the PC Serial be Registered. Users will see pop up from Bosch until this has been completed.

Reach out to your Service Manager to create/login into with the Shop's Email to complete this process.

If having issue completing, contact Bosch Support at 877-503-4832

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Panasonic FZ-55 Hard Drive Recovery Instructions: TECH MATE Purchased PC only
 
 Follow the Windows 10 disk recovery instructions on page 148 (Reset your Computer Section) of the guide below.
Create a Recovery Disc instructions on page 14 (Create a Recovery Disc Section) .

Download: FZ-55 Operating Instructions Guide
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Advance VI3 wireless troubleshooting steps
 
 1. Ensure that the VI3 fob (dongle) is connected to the computer

2. Go To Device Manager > network adaptors > uninstall Dlink by right clicking on it > select check box to remove drivers

3. Uninstall c3+

4. Delete C3+ folder form C:\drive

5. Reboot computer

6. Run ASIST Synchronizer Manual update

7. Install c3+ (both updates)

8.Open VCI manager and run Recovery (see video below)

Video Step-by-Step VI3 Recovery in VCI Manager (Turn up Volume)

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Flicker Update for Panasonic FZ-55
 
 
 Download: Flicker Update for FZ-55
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Key Fob Registration or Immobilizer ECU Replacement Failure
 
 If you experience a failure in key fob registration or immobilizer ECU replacement, please restart your computer and install CONSULT-III plus v214.21 for the fix.

• 2020-2022 MY Sentra (B18)

• 2021-2022 MY Rogue (T33)

• 2022 Pathfinder (R53)

• 2022 QX60 (L51)

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B18 Sentra, T33 Rogue, R53 Pathfinder: Error SDCER003 or Error VDA0003
 
 If CONSULT displays this code during key registration, Contact TECH LINE
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10 CONSULT-III plus: OPERATIONS MANUAL Viewing issue
 
 CONSULT-III plus Operation Manuals will not open for viewing if Google Toolbar is installed on your browser. The CONSULT-III plus Operation Manual requires IE11 without Google Toolbar.
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11 CONSULT-VI is not opening Login page or reading VINs/not allowing manual input.
 
 Ensure that all URLs are whitelisted through the firewall, Anti-virus software and on the PC internet settings.
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12 CONSULT-III plus Reprogramming or Immobilizer: Does not accept the User ID/password
 
 Because of Daylight Savings, the computer's date and time may be incorrect. Please verify that the computer's date, time, and Time Zone are correct for your area.
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13 CONSULT-III plus Re/programming – Data Transfer from PC to VI2 Fails
 
 The following instruction can be followed to address this issue.

Uninstall and reinstall the CONSULT-III plus software per the following instructions.

1. Uninstall the CONSULT-III plus software “Consult III plus” from the Programs list.

2. Launch the Synchronizer

3. Select ‘view settings/details’

4. Select ‘software update’

5. Select and install the C-III+ 1st update and verify that you receive a ‘Finished’ button at the end of the install (NOTE: If there is a s/w patch, do not install at this time).

6. Power up the VI2 and launch the C-III+ app and verify that the VI auto connects.

7. Try procedure again.

If procedure works and there is software patch, follow below instructions:

8. Close the C-III+ app.

9. Launch the Synchronizer

10. Select ‘view settings/details’

11. Select ‘software update’

12. Select and install the C-III+ 2n update and verify that you receive a message ‘Installation Succeeded’ at the end of the install.

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14 CONSULT-III plus Installation Interrupted Message Version 201.1 or higher
 
 Print attached document before restart instructions.
 Download: Installation Interrupted Instructions
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15 CONSULT-III Plus: Not able to install Software Update
 
 Error msg - The setup file of the installation does not specify disc space needed by product. The installation will exit.

Solution - Free space is low. You will need to delete unused files and run the disc cleanup and defragment utilities before trying the update install again.

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16 CONSULT-III plus: Software will Not Launch and No Error Message.
 
 Restart the PC and then try launching the CONSULT-III plus again .

If the CONSULT-III plus still does not launch after restarting the PC, try launching from the C:\consult_plus\system\application\bin\consult4. exe

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17 CONSULT-III plus: Unable to install the CONSULT-III plus update or GT-R CSP Software
 
 You will need to uninstall and reinstall the CONSULT-III plus software first.

1. Uninstall the CONSULT-III plus software “Consult III plus” from the Programs list

2. Select the CONSULT Updates message box pop- up (located on the bottom of monitor), or open up ASIST Synchronizer, click View Settings/Details button, select CONSULT-III plus software from the list and click “Install”

Note: If you cannot run the installation, click the “Re-Download” button to redownload the application, then click “Install” button

3. Now select the CONSULT Supplement or GT-R software update and click “Install”

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18 CONSULT-III plus: GT-R CSP Software installation fails during registration process
 
 If the GT-R CSP Software installation fails during the registraton process you will need to contact ASIST Support Hotline.
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19 CONSULT-III Plus Error Code: R112 and/or C9004
 
 Received error code, R112 and/or C9004 using CONSULT-III plus on Windows 7 unit

If workstation is Windows 7 operating system, please try repair on a Windows 10 unit. If the repair is successful on your Windows 10 unit, please upgrade your Windows 7 to Windows 10. Windows 10 upgrade information can be located on the ASIST Home Page, section Latest News Click Here.

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20 OCS - 64 bit Driver Download - Do not Use Unless Directed by ASIST Support!
 
 Do not use unless directed by ASIST Support.
 Download: 64-bit Driver Install File
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21 OCS Recall and/or CONSULT-III Plus Software Troubleshooting Support
 
 A. If your issue is related to the latest OCS or ACU USB connection or VI2 connection issues listed is information that may help:

1. Please ensure that you ASIST workstation has been updated as of end of day.

2. Please ensure that you have the latest CONSULT-III plus software version.

3. Restart computer is required after C-III plus install.

Note: After installing C-III plus do not connect USB cord between the software

4. Take Consult-III plus and VI2 to a vehicle and install the VI2 to the Data Link Connector (DLC).

NOTE: The Consult-III plus and the VI2 (Must be Wireless Mode)

5. Turn the vehicle ignition to the ON position.

6. Double click the CONSULT-III plus Icon on the desk top to open

7. Allow VI2 Firmware to automatically update in Wireless Mode.

8. Once the Firmware update is complete, the window will close automatically.

Important: Do not touch the vehicle, Consult-III plus or VI2 while the VI2 Firmware is updating.

9. Verify the VI2 is communicating properly in Wireless Mode.

10. Install a USB cable between the VI2 and the Consult-III plus.

11. Verify the vehicle ignition is in the ON position.

12. Click the “OK” button in the open window to switch the VI2 from wireless to USB connection.

13. If the VI2 is communicating in USB Mode then VI2 and USB connection should be fixed.

B. If you are receiving a system error when using the OCS software, please uninstall and reinstall the Airbag ECU software, see below for instructions:

1. Go to Uninstall under “Programs and Features” from Control Panel/Programs menu under Windows.

2. Locate “Airbag ECU Reprogramming Software” and select

3. Locate and select the “Uninstall”

4. After uninstall is completed, the ASIST Synchronizer message will pop-up to install software, or go to the “Software Update Utility” under the ASIST Synchronizer

5. Select “Airbag ECU Reprogramming Software….” and install.

6. If you need further assistance, please contact NNA Tech Line.

C. If you are receiving the following ACU error message "ECU part # is not supported", it should be "this vehicles has already been updated." Software may be updated to fix this issue asap.

D. If the OCS or ACU recall campaign menu links are not displaying on your ASIST application, the latest CONSULT software 61.10 version must be installed.

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22 Windows 10 - Vehicle Interface (VI) will not connect to CONSULT-III plus while using USB cable
 
 Print attached document before completing VI connection instructions.
 Download: VI USB Cable Connection Instructions
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23 VI3 will not connect to the laptop, but using the USB cable will connect
 
 1. Reboot the PC

2. Upon the Reboot, uninstall the C-III+ from the Add/Remove Programs and verify that the C-III+ is actually removed from the list of app.

3. Delete the c:\consult-III_plus folder

4. Clear the windows temp folder, in Windows search box type "Delete temporary files", locate and click "Temporary Files", and "Temporary Files" will be checked - can uncheck the other items. Then, click "Remove Files"

5. Run a disc cleanup

6. Reboot the PC

7. Launch the Synchronizer and run Manual Update. After update completes, select ‘view settings/details’

8. Select ‘software update’

9. Select and install the C-III+ 1st update and verify that you receive a ‘Finished’ button at the end of the install

10. Verify that the VI3's Wireless FOB is connected and has a blinking green LED

11. Connect the VI3 to the PC with the USB cable and vehicle. Launch the VCI Manager and verify a successful connection with cable and then Wireless. Reconnect the VI3 and USB cable. Launch the C-III+ app. Verify a connection via the USB cable. Close the C-III+ app.

12. Remove the USB cable and launch the C-III+ app and verify a wireless connection.

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24 Vehicle Interface (VI) locked in Reprogramming Complete mode
 
 With VI connected, launch the CONSULT-III plus software. VI should show 'Reprmming Compl'. Close the CONSULT-III plus. Right-click the Reporting Tool icon in Windows Taskbar and select 'Reset Device'. Launch the CONSULT-III plus again. VI should show 'Normal Mode'
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25 CONSULT-III plus: Does not detect the Vehicle VIN
 
 Closed the CONSULT-III plus app and then reboot the PC. After the reboot, re-installed the latest CONSULT-III plus app from C:\ASIST\Tools\C3 \C3Plus\(latest version). Verify the message 'Install Succeeded'. Try the CONSULT-I III plus procedure again.
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