PLATE 3H0468 - Caterpillar

the following procedure in order to flash program the ECM. The ECM is flashed in order to upgrade the software. Flash programming of the ECM must also be done if the ECM has been replaced. The Caterpillar Electronic Technician (Cat ET) contains the program WinFlash. WinFlash is used in order to load software into the ECM. The following procedure is used in order to FLASH software into the power train ECM.
Procedure
Connect the 7X-1425 Data Link Cable between the 7x-1700 Communication Adapter and Cat ET.
Connect the 139-4166 Data Link Cable between the 7x-1700 Communication Adapter and the diagnostic connector of the machine.
Turn the key to the ON position.
Use WinFlash in order to load the software.Note: Flash programming is not allowed if the engine is running, or the machine is moving.Note: WinFlash will indicate that the ECM is BLANK if the ECM is blank or if an unsuccessful FLASH was performed.