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Hey everyone, I brought my truck to get it service and they did a little of everything, including updating the vehicle radio. I have a 2019 Silverado but the radio from wams is 2021. When the dealer installed the update, they installed the 2019 Firmware on it. They said they can’t do anything so now I lost my wireless CarPlay and vehicle cameras. Does anyone have or know where I can get the V164 update usb file? That version is for the 2021 radios and I believe it is the latest. I just really need help with fixing this issue. I have contacted White Auto and Media (WAMS) and haven’t heard back yet, but If anyone knows anything that may help, please help me 😭 🙏🏻 

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Why would the 2019 software install on the 2021 then? That’s a mismatch of hardware

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Your not the 1st one that this has happened to. There should be a thread on here about it. Unfortunately the dealer does not know that you have reprogrammed anything and when they update the system it will remove the WAMS programing. I don't think the guy that this happened to was able to get his problem resolved by the dealer or WAMS. 

 

OK I went back and found the thread I was referring to. It was not for the WAMS radio upgrade but an MVI factory NAV upgrade. Although a different upgrade than yours it's the same scenario with the dealer.

 

 

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23 hours ago, EJS2015 said:

Why would the 2019 software install on the 2021 then? That’s a mismatch of hardware

I believe it's based on the VIN as to what they install. Plus I doubt the OP told them he had a newer radio installed.

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Since my thread was quoted I'm going to chime in.  Dealer never had luck with GM.  Dealer wasn't willing to help for what I consider theft.  It's my property, not theirs.  A lawyer was interested and said they think I had a case, but I took a pass due to cost and the fact I never solicited the lawyer (there are eyes everywhere here).  I ended up paying MVI to have it restored.  They did discount the price.  MVI and WAMS are familiar with each other.  I didn't know about WAMS when I first found MVI, and really have nothing negative to say about either.  I recommend working it out with WAMS and be prepared to pay.  I'm also going to add that I very seriously looking at bailing on GM.  There's a number of things I'm seeing that has me reconsidering my next 5 vehicle purchases at a minimum.  Looking hard at the next 4Runner for the wife, and cars for all 3 of my kids.  When my truck isn't worth keeping anymore I'll likely head to Toyota or Lexus and get a Sequoia or similar. 

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