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List of Errors and Remedies

List of Errors and Remedies

This page is dedicated to any and all possible errors or warnings that users might encounter while performing DME functions. If you see something that is not listed in this list and have questions, never hesitate to reach out to our technical support directly.

 

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Error

Remedy

Power Supply

Not PD Compliant

Use different Power Supply

 

Insufficient

Use different Power Supply

 

 

 

Server Connection

Currently Not Used

N/A

 

 

 

WiFi Connection

Weak Connection

Get closer to the M-Link

 

 

 

DME Connection

Not Supported

Trying to flash not supported unit.

 

Communication

Please check the 2 DME plugs and try again.

My Flash Tune Says Not Unlocked After MLink has completed unlock process

Flash Tuner says not unlocked after MLink unlock states completed

Your DME is in fact unlocked. Several leading flash tunes are running older software that do not detect the MLink unlock. You may proceed with your engine flash, your DME is unlocked

License Permission

Purchase Required

M-Link is locked to a different vehicle. Please purchase a transfer license and upload it on the license tab.

Error Message

“Unlock not successful. reason: patch not found. job status: finished”

In short, this error means the DME has been modified at some point and is no longer in a completely stock state. The unlock process requires a clean baseline.

How to proceed:

  1. Try flashing with your current platform. In some cases the DME may already be unlocked even with this message. Attempt the flash. If your platform reports “bench unlock needed,” continue anyway — some platforms misread unlock signatures. If the flash fails, do not force it and move to step 2.

  2. Perform a full ECU restore. If using MISSION M-Flasher, follow the restore steps in the user guide. If using another platform (BM3, MHD, MG, etc.), use that platform’s restore/reset process. (Note: MISSION cannot provide restore guidance for non-M-Flasher platforms.)

  3. Reattempt the unlock. Once the ECU is restored to a clean state, run the M-Link unlock again. If issues persist with MISSION tools, contact support for assistance.