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August 15, 2022 Service bulletin

Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the...

Lexus technical service bulletin L-SB-0036-22 for 2022 Lexus LS500, 2022 Lexus LS Hybrid and 2022 Lexus NX450H+ and others.

Bulletin number
L-SB-0036-22
Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ecu/ECM)
Summary
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of TIS and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). To ensure the correct ECU software is installed, ECUs will require a Security Signature before the ECU will initialize the flash reprogramming sequence. This bulletin also details the process for acquiring a Security Signature from TIS during the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process

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