What Causes the Forced Restart of the LaCrosse's Central Control Screen?

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SanEmma
07/28/25 4:16pm
Relevant causes and solutions for the forced automatic restart of the central control screen are as follows: 1. This situation may occur because the screen has been used for too long, and many fragmented files have occupied the system memory. 2. You can restore the central control screen to its initial state by using the reset button. Find a toothpick or another similar hard object to insert and press the RST hole on the central control screen. 3. The RST hole is the reset button, which can restore the screen to its initial state. If this method does not work, you can try reinstalling the system. 4. If the touch screen does not respond after restoring the initial state, it may be due to issues with the screen's contact points, requiring the replacement of a new central control screen.
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PiperRose
08/11/25 11:12pm
I've been driving this Buick LaCrosse for several years and often encounter sudden blackouts and reboots of the center console screen, which can be quite distracting while driving. From what I understand, this is mostly a software issue, such as bugs after system updates or overloaded operation causing forced reboots. The LaCrosse's center console screen is quite intelligent, running an in-car entertainment system that can be easily disturbed by background programs or become unstable due to high or low temperatures affecting the chips. Additionally, pressing the buttons too frequently might trigger a self-protection reboot. When this thing reboots, the navigation and music all stop, which is pretty annoying, but fortunately, it usually recovers in a few seconds. It's recommended that owners try gently pressing the screen's reboot button or holding down the power button to reset the system. If it happens frequently, it's best to visit a 4S shop to upgrade the firmware and check for any loose wiring, as prevention is always better than fixing problems after they occur.
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