Toyota aggressive about Dealership Appointments/2025 4Runner IForceMax

[RoSwain72]

Am I Getting software updates on the computers in the 2025 IForce Max? More computer control over the drive system? I haven't had time to disengage the lane control that has mad it very difficult to control with high winds.

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[Desert_6Gen]

I couldn't understand a single work you said...

 

[HVLA]

Am I Getting software updates on the computers in the 2025 IForce Max? More computer control over the drive system? I haven't had time to disengage the lane control that has mad it very difficult to control with high winds.

Is this AI?

 

[bird]

 

[RoSwain72]

Wow! Thank you for the hilarious responses to my horribly written question.
I was asking about the aggressive behavior towards getting my 4Runner in for a tune-up. I was wondering if they are using it for software/firmware/hardware upgrades, not just topping off fluids. Other manufacturers have been more subtle about free oil changes, etc.
Thank you for any help.

 

[odins_beer'd]

You may be on to something. Mailing out physical letters even for the front chin strap (good amount of people take off anyways) does support the idea they're looking to get data from the vehicles.

I know there are quite a bit of Toyota techs, salesmen, etc. in this forum. Would be curious to hear their thoughts.

Pretty sure they can collect data through the Toyota app as well but to what extent I'm not positive.

 

[HVLA]

Wow! Thank you for the hilarious responses to my horribly written question.
I was asking about the aggressive behavior towards getting my 4Runner in for a tune-up. I was wondering if they are using it for software/firmware/hardware upgrades, not just topping off fluids. Other manufacturers have been more subtle about free oil changes, etc.
Thank you for any help.

Interesting. I dont get anything from the dealer about service. I turned off Connected Services on day 2 though so maybe that is why? I never let the dealer service any vehicle I own.

 

[zcmack]

Am I Getting software updates on the computers in the 2025 IForce Max? More computer control over the drive system? I haven't had time to disengage the lane control that has mad it very difficult to control with high winds.

not sure I interpreted this correctly but if you're getting sway in high winds, there's a single button on the upper right side of the steering wheel that turns off lane tracing. the one with a picture of a "lane" on it.

 

[127.0.0.1]

107% NO.

No dealer or tech is gonna hook up to the system and attempt to do anything with the firmware ever as part of 'toyota care'. that eats up a ton of time and it needs to be billable. It will happen only if there is a TSB or recall specific to the firmware they take a look at it...

or if you specifically request it, then it will cost you some loot for the hours.

When connected and subscribed you can update the system, or you can access toyota
firmware updates by downloading your system codes, uploading to toyota, downloading the most recent firmware patch, and installing yourself.

But heck no will a dealer do this as part of oil change and topping up fluids in your first 25,000 miles of Toyota care. it is a huge amount of fuss and time to do this extra 'IT' work for your rig. you can pay out of pocket for it if you want, expect over an hour of labor time

 

[calvincartier]

AND so I am glad I got the TRAIL HUNTER. AUTOMATIC software upgrade and what ever comes. Just enjoyed the car.

 

[bakutheleo]

I do not get bothered by service other than a notice when I am "close" or due. Perhaps it is your service center doing this? As others have said or hinted, software updates come over the air so no need for a service center to do anything about that.

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