XC60 New Sensus software V3 - Page 13

allengn · Sep 27th, 2012, 15:53

My MY12 XC60 had its first service yesterday. I mentioned to the Service Clerk that I thought there might be a software update needed when I dropped the car off, but I don't know whether this was done - all menus appear to be the same as before and I don't think I have any additional screens (trip stats for example).

How can I check what version of the software my car is currently running?

jimbg · Sep 27th, 2012, 16:45

Trip stats is the indicator for V3.0, do not believe you cab access the version number of the Sensus.

XCeed · Sep 27th, 2012, 17:32

My dealer didn't seem to be too familiar with Sensus V 3 as such but the first service Volvo download installed it anyway. Volvo are committed to providing all the software updates at services so I'd be surprised if you haven't got it. Trip statistics is the clue, accessed via Mycar button. I wish it was possible to make this a default screen for everyday driving!
Satnav input menu also simplified with a lot of crap backchat now eliminated and the whole system seems more intuitive and stable (but I could be proved wrong)!

m2srt · Sep 28th, 2012, 14:52

This is a nice overview of v3.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA6W8hWHF0I

Schimm · Sep 28th, 2012, 15:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by m2srt

This is a nice overview of v3.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA6W8hWHF0I

I'll probably be buying a XC60 today....they'll need to install this update before pickup. Assuming it isn't there now.

m2srt · Sep 28th, 2012, 19:47

Picking mine up at 9am tomorrow... Will check if Sensus is v3.

Schimm · Sep 28th, 2012, 21:03

Did a second test drive today.....Sensus V3 was indeed already installed. I've got an appointment for tomorrow with the dealership finance dude to do the paperwork and I'll be driving home a XC60 platinum Volvo. Assuming the dealership doesn't pull a surprise on me. Sent them email to make sure the nav maps were updated.

m2srt · Sep 29th, 2012, 21:08

Really think the 'trip stats' is a nice touch

allengn · Oct 2nd, 2012, 16:04

Interesting...I don't believe Sensus software was updated during my recent service.

Spoke to dealer who initially said that they only update if the owner raises a fault with them and it's then done under warranty!

However he then went on to ask if I had tried loading POI's into the sat nav. Said I hadn't but was intending to once I got a conversion program to convert my existing Garmin .csv files into the format the car accepts. He then said I would probably need to have the software updated to allow me to do this and would do it whilst I waited. Said it takes around an hour (which has been confirmed by others on here). Car now book in tomorrow afternoon for update!

Lets see what happens next.

jimbg · Oct 2nd, 2012, 16:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by allengn

Interesting...I don't believe Sensus software was updated during my recent service.

Spoke to dealer who initially said that they only update if the owner raises a fault with them and it's then done under warranty!

However he then went on to ask if I had tried loading POI's into the sat nav. Said I hadn't but was intending to once I got a conversion program to convert my existing Garmin .csv files into the format the car accepts. He then said I would probably need to have the software updated to allow me to do this and would do it whilst I waited. Said it takes around an hour (which has been confirmed by others on here). Car now book in tomorrow afternoon for update!

Lets see what happens next.

You probably need something like this: http://www.poieditor.com/poi_convert/garmin-csv-to-gpx/

Sensus V2 works OK with POI's better V3 is better.

Sep 27th, 2012, 17:32	#123
XCeed Member Last Online: May 5th, 2024 19:52 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Northern Territories	My dealer didn't seem to be too familiar with Sensus V 3 as such but the first service Volvo download installed it anyway. Volvo are committed to providing all the software updates at services so I'd be surprised if you haven't got it. Trip statistics is the clue, accessed via Mycar button. I wish it was possible to make this a default screen for everyday driving! Satnav input menu also simplified with a lot of crap backchat now eliminated and the whole system seems more intuitive and stable (but I could be proved wrong)! __________________ Volvo XC40 B3 mild hybrid 2023. Previously Plug In Hybrid 2021 XC40 Recharge 2021, and XC40 2019, V60, two XC60s, various BMWs and Mercs.

Sep 28th, 2012, 14:52	#124
m2srt Senior Member Last Online: Dec 20th, 2022 17:02 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Elland	This is a nice overview of v3. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA6W8hWHF0I __________________ MY2016 BMW X5 SE 40d, Space Grey, 449 Wheels, Driving Assistant Plus. Power Front Seats, Privacy Glass, American Oak Inlays, Terra Dakota Leather. Previously, MY2013 XC60 SE LUX D5 Geartronic.

Sep 28th, 2012, 19:47	#126
m2srt Senior Member Last Online: Dec 20th, 2022 17:02 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Elland	Picking mine up at 9am tomorrow... Will check if Sensus is v3. __________________ MY2016 BMW X5 SE 40d, Space Grey, 449 Wheels, Driving Assistant Plus. Power Front Seats, Privacy Glass, American Oak Inlays, Terra Dakota Leather. Previously, MY2013 XC60 SE LUX D5 Geartronic.

Sep 29th, 2012, 21:08	#128
m2srt Senior Member Last Online: Dec 20th, 2022 17:02 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Elland	Really think the 'trip stats' is a nice touch __________________ MY2016 BMW X5 SE 40d, Space Grey, 449 Wheels, Driving Assistant Plus. Power Front Seats, Privacy Glass, American Oak Inlays, Terra Dakota Leather. Previously, MY2013 XC60 SE LUX D5 Geartronic.

Sep 27th, 2012, 15:53	#121
allengn New Member Last Online: Dec 10th, 2018 21:45 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Sutton Coldfield	My MY12 XC60 had its first service yesterday. I mentioned to the Service Clerk that I thought there might be a software update needed when I dropped the car off, but I don't know whether this was done - all menus appear to be the same as before and I don't think I have any additional screens (trip stats for example). How can I check what version of the software my car is currently running?

Sep 27th, 2012, 16:45	#122
jimbg Master Member Last Online: May 10th, 2022 13:27 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: By the Sea	Trip stats is the indicator for V3.0, do not believe you cab access the version number of the Sensus.

Sep 28th, 2012, 21:03	#127
Schimm New Member Last Online: Dec 30th, 2012 18:43 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Ft worth	Did a second test drive today.....Sensus V3 was indeed already installed. I've got an appointment for tomorrow with the dealership finance dude to do the paperwork and I'll be driving home a XC60 platinum Volvo. Assuming the dealership doesn't pull a surprise on me. Sent them email to make sure the nav maps were updated.

Oct 2nd, 2012, 16:04	#129
allengn New Member Last Online: Dec 10th, 2018 21:45 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Sutton Coldfield	Interesting...I don't believe Sensus software was updated during my recent service. Spoke to dealer who initially said that they only update if the owner raises a fault with them and it's then done under warranty! However he then went on to ask if I had tried loading POI's into the sat nav. Said I hadn't but was intending to once I got a conversion program to convert my existing Garmin .csv files into the format the car accepts. He then said I would probably need to have the software updated to allow me to do this and would do it whilst I waited. Said it takes around an hour (which has been confirmed by others on here). Car now book in tomorrow afternoon for update! Lets see what happens next.

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