How to Install CATIA V5 Service Packs

Dave Padelford

Updated September 15, 2026 20:56

The CATIA V5 software has Service Packs in addition to V5 Golden. These can contain modifications or bug fixes that the user can install on top of the Golden version. This article will cover the steps to install a service pack upgrade for CATIA V5.

NOTE: This is not a guide for installing CATIA V5. For installation instructions, see: How to Install CATIA V5 (All Versions

Downloading the Service Pack

Log in to the 3DS Download site.
Click on “Access”

Note: If you do not have a 3DEXPERIENCE ID associated with your Company Account, please create one by following the steps in our guide: How to Access SOLIDWORKS Subscription Service Benefits and create a 3DEXPERIENCE ID – Hawk Ridge Systems
Make sure that “V5” is selected at the top of the page.

Note: Depending on your license, you may need to download a specific configuration of CATIA (i.e., CATIA P2 vs. CATIA PLM Express). The visibility of the available software will be specific to your company’s current licenses.
Be sure to filter by Release and Level at the top of the page.
The Service Pack will be denoted by the title PLMSolutions - V5-6R20XX SPX - WIN64. Download the software package by selecting the Download icon at the bottom.

Installing the Service Pack

Open Windows File Explorer
Navigate to the Service Pack zip folder that was downloaded and right-click on it to select "Extract All"
There may be multiple folders; open folder “1”
Open the "WIN64" folder
In the File Explorer search bar, search for "StartSPK.exe" and locate it
Right-click StartSPK.exe and select "Run as Administrator"
Continue the installation by selecting "Next"
Select "Next" to confirm the folder the Service Pack will be installed to
Leave “Commit the service pack automatically” unchecked and click "Next"
Select “Install” to start the installation
The installation process may take several minutes to complete. Once done, select "Finish"