[voltage692]

Didn't they say this update has nothing for increasing electric range?

I still have not done it even though I got that call a long time ago.

Just got a call from my Volt Adviser stating that there is an available computer software upgrade for the 2011 Volt, that enhances things like: miles per charge - seat heaters - HVAC, and some other items. She said that the upgrade would take approximately 2 to 3 hours at my local dealer. I will call tomorrow to set up an appointment.

Pat #271

 

[MichaelH]

foypat, there's another thread about this that you might want to peruse:

http://gm-volt.com/forum/showthread.php?9088-2011-Software-Update

 

[Bob_Livonia]

Got my software update done in August. No problems whatsoever and the effect is very subtle. But I suspect much engineering feedback and improvement have gone into the little things, such as winter climate control performance. They also changed the label on the rear fuse panel. I would strongly encourage you to get it done. If you check with your Volt advisor, I believe they can get you a car to use while it's being done, if needed. In my case, my dealer also gave my Volt and thorough going-over and pronounced it ship shape.

 

[scottf200]

I created a thread (click here) a while ago when I got the 'Urgent Safety Recall Notice' postcard in the mail. When I talked to the adviser at that time they indicated they were currently not pushing the updates as they were optimizing the procedures to make them more efficient. Sounds like that may be done (2-3 hours vs 4ish before?).

 

[Carl S]

I'm having the update done on my Volt today. Got a call last week reminding me about it from Chevrolet.

 

[BrentW]

I have yet to receive a call from my VA about the update, but this doesn't surprise me, my VA is never on top of things. She called me after I had my volt for 3 months, and started off the call with... "Now that you have had your volt for 30 days" and which point I stopped her and told her when I got my Volt, and she still insisted this was her 30 day call...

 

[MichaelH]

I have yet to receive a call from my VA about the update, but this doesn't surprise me, my VA is never on top of things. She called me after I had my volt for 3 months, and started off the call with... "Now that you have had your volt for 30 days" and which point I stopped her and told her when I got my Volt, and she still insisted this was her 30 day call...

I had an advisor like that. I requested a new advisor.

 

[voltage692]

For the Houston people, which dealer have you used for the update? I don't want to be their first since I am not a fan of going to dealer already.

 

[mdellis]

I went in to my Chevy dealer to have the tires rotated and while there, they offered to do the software upgrade. It only took them about 1.5 hours and was shown as"11137 product enhancements and update moduels Authorization code S19BC 11D57. I did not notice anything different while driving both on Battery or ICE mode. I did notice the rear view camera grid lines are now red instead of green. I'll know more as I drive it. I am curious about any NAV updates or changes. I'll post later if anything significant comes up. It will be interesting to see how much estimated range I have tomorrow morning after level 2 charging.

 

[fishhawk]

I did notice the rear view camera grid lines are now red instead of green.

Interesting. My grid lines were always red, before and after the upgrade.

 

[scottf200]

Interesting. My grid lines were always red, before and after the upgrade.

Mine always have been orange, except for the red area (logical 6") that would be closest to the bumper plus the 2 little short nubs.

 

[fishhawk]

Mine always have been orange, except for the red area (logical 6") that would be closest to the bumper plus the 2 little short nubs.

Ok, I'm going to have to look carefully when I drive the car after work. I sure haven't noticed the difference. Wonder what else I've been missing...

 

[fishhawk]

Well, I checked mine when I left work. The grid is all red. I suppose it could be somewhat orange if the brightness is set different, but it sure looks red to me. We are talking about the rear camera lines that bend when you turn the steering wheel, right?

 

[?'smyvolt]

Interesting. My grid lines were always red, before and after the upgrade.

Mine too - red is still red.....

# 565 @ 13,966 miles, 160 lifetime mpg

 

[MichaelH]

Well, you got me looking, and I discovered that mine are the same as Scott's. If you would have asked me before I looked, I would have said they are all orange or they are all red. In fact they are orange except for the part nearest the back bumper and those are red just like Scott said.

 

[sgc]

Just got my call from the Volt Advisor offering the update......SHOULD I DO IT OR NOT???

I'm leery because I've seen nothing but problems on this site about that upgrade.

 

[ChuckR]

I had the 11137 software update installed yesterday during my 7500 mile maintenance. I haven't noticed any changes (i.e. radio presets, projected range, etc.) so far.

Turns out the software update was not done on 8/13.

I had my Volt in today to repair the "charge door open" alert problem and they also did the software update and I'm seeing the same loss of radio presets, reduced projected range, and return to original settings on alert/welcome chimes that everyone else has noted.

So, I guess they haven't come up with an improved method of installing the updates that maintains your customized settings, as I had thought.

 

[ChasSidwa]

So what is gained by the software update? Should I stay away from it???

 

[solar_dave]

I have held off on the update, thank you all 2011 guiena pigs. I guess it is probably as good as it is going to get. I guess I will schedule the update in the next couple weeks.

 

[stuart]

I have held off on the update, thank you all 2011 guiena pigs. I guess it is probably as good as it is going to get. I guess I will schedule the update in the next couple weeks.

I've been waiting for people like you to bite the bullet on that update. I think I'll wait and be "the last Volt standing." While I am sure that you plan on posting about it, if it hadn't crossed your mind, please do post your update experience.
Stuart #B2209