The Information Blog

BIG WAVE – YETI’s

The newest Yeti’s color is now big wave blue! Sumer is coming and temperatures will rise, so lets key our drinks cold. Limited supplies and availability, act fast or miss out.

AS BUILT DATA

While performing module programing errors can occur and the IDS may require as built data. Knowing where to get the data is important and knowing how enter the data is also important. OEM modules can be deleted by the dealer and aftermarket may have suitable replacement that requires programing. What ever source you do use…

Ford IDS/FDRS Introduction

Thinking about purchasing the Ford VCM3 and don’t know what you need to get started. Here is a flyer about what kind of laptop you need and licenses purchase information to get started. You can use other VCM’s like the J2534 and purchase that version software to use in your shop.

FDRS – Tips

Many new things are happening with Ford’s FDRS software. Learning how to use it is simple like the old IDS software. Here are a few basic operating tips you should keep in mind when doing SW Updates while using the new software.

FDRS Vehicles

Here is a full list of Ford vehicles that require you using FDRS software. Remember you need to have a login and password from fordserviceinfo.com to use the new software. If you have your IDS license already all you have to do is download the software. It is a better and faster system than the…

VCMLite

The greatest Ford mini code reader ever! The VCMLite is the fastest tool to PULL CODES, conduct SELF TEST, see live data on DATA LOGGER pids, and monitor LIVE NETWORK MONITOR on your phone or tablet. This is a great tool for shops and fleets to have in your tool box. See info flyer below:

Trailer Brake Controller Add On

Example: 2018 F150 that did not come with trailer brake switch on dash. Your must order add on OEM part number: JL3Z-2C006-AA. Part requires IPC configuration by dealer to operate. You can not use a trailer brake switch off a truck that came with it from the factory. That part number will not work on…

Used ABS Modules

Shops/Fleets or Customers: DO NOT USE. During programing an error occurs…the used ABS module states module is programed but the ABS and Traction Control light is on. Shop mechanic pulls codes with his scanner: U2300:51-2B- (ABS) – Central Configuration – Not Programmed – Current (DTC), Fault is currently present.U2300:51-68- (ABS) – Central Configuration – Not…

Laptops for IDS/FRDS

Staying on top with technology is hard especially when fleets and shops have more than one scanner. Keeping up with updates on all of them can be a challenge but it must be done. Technology with laptops does get old and out dated so you will have to move on to new technology. Do your…

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