Recent content by xblackwolf90

  1. xblackwolf90

    Why are motorway services fast chargers so unreliable?

    Pre update, my charging port would not always automatically lock on rapid chargers. When starting a charging session before manually locking it, charging would often fail to start. Once one session failed, I could never get the charging to start without leaving the car powered off for several...
  2. xblackwolf90

    Why are motorway services fast chargers so unreliable?

    My MG5 in particular seems to be particularly temperamental. Historically, if I started a rapid charge with the charging port unlocked, the charge failed and no amount of effort would get a subsequent charge to start. Powering off for 5 mins seemed to reset it. I have updated the EVCC and CCU...
  3. xblackwolf90

    [Guide] DIY Tesla Compatibility Update for MG5

    Hi all, I wanted to put together a brief overview of the DIY method to get your MG5 working on Tesla Superchargers. The Issue By default, MG5s will not charge at open Tesla Superchargers. Facelift models will fail to connect and the central infotainment unit will display "Electrical Grid...
  4. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    Seems to be, although I haven't attempted it myself. This thread has discussion about keys and has the guides I followed: https://www.mgevs.com/threads/diagnostic-vdi-vnci-mdi-with-mg4.17679/ New keys seem to be fine, but you can't re-program a second hand one.
  5. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    Thanks! In my view, MG should be covering this under warranty. As they're not, I wouldn't expect a dealer to book me in just for this and do it for free as a standalone job. As a standalone booking in I wouldn't mind £50-£60 or so to cover the admin of booking in, doing the update, taking...
  6. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    This is the one I sent for: https://a.aliexpress.com/_EvZPHRY I ordered last Saturday at about 10PM and it arrived today (Sunday) so only a week to get here. Tip: if you have a bank or credit card that has no foreign transaction fees, pay in USD and it's a bit cheaper. It's £114.53 paying in...
  7. xblackwolf90

    Diagnostic VDI, VNCI, MDI with MG4

    Thanks very much for this guide. I used this to install the EVCC update on my MG5 to enable it to charge on Tesla public chargers. Less than 10 mins in the car and job done 👍
  8. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    Well, the VDI tool arrived today. Software installation on the laptop was already done, and took about 15 minutes to download and install. Once in the car, connecting took about 5 minutes to load the vehicle data and show available updates. The CCU was already up to date. So, when I asked the...
  9. xblackwolf90

    Supercharger would not stop charging session

    Not sure if this an option on a PFL MG5, but I've seen reports of drivers of other vehicles having success in similar situations by setting the charge limit to less than the current charge level. I.e. amend the charge limit to 80% on your vehicle and the charge should instantly stop.
  10. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    I'll post here once done regarding ease of doing the update, then will drop you a PM 👍
  11. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    Will do. I'm not overly fussed about updating anything else. If it isn't broke, don't fix it etc. I'm otherwise very happy with the car, and I've only had the infotainment need to be restarted via holding down the home key twice in 18 months of ownership. I'll put the VDI3 on eBay for £50-£60...
  12. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    Fair point! Managed to get a VNCI VDI3 from Ali Express for 104.00 GBP delivered, so will see how I get on.
  13. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    Thanks for the heads up. I'd need to invest in a diagnostic tool and battery charger - the cost combined certainly isn't cheap. Perhaps in the interim I'll stick with an Ionity subscription since this brings the cost not a million miles off Tesla. I only have the car for another 18 months.
  14. xblackwolf90

    MG5 Facelift (24 reg) – First Service Questions (Software, Maps & Service Record)

    Good to know! Would you mind advising which dealer you use? My local ones are clueless on the Tesla compatibility update.
  15. xblackwolf90

    Tesla Supercharger Issue MG5 LR

    Excellent, thanks. To be honest, I have no bugs, issues etc. with infotainment or otherwise, so I only want to update the EVCC. £130 for the tool isn't cheap, but at least the update possibility is under my control and I know what needs to be installed rather than banging my head against the...
Back
Top Bottom