ECU module programming guide using FDRS

[fordtruckman2003]

Maybe im missing something, but where does the cable come in? Were talking about updating the APIM with a USB drive right?

They are trying to do the TSB at home to fix early broken APIM version.

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[Airborne_Ape]

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I've know about UCDSYS for a years but they never supported F150's until recently. It's listed for $350USD which is substantially less than the Mongoose Pro for what appears to be a fully capable alternative.

I'm curious if anyone here is using a genuine gen 5 UCDSYS adapter already with FRDS?

It is fully J2534 pass through compliant, but I haven't seen any comments from anyone who might be using one.

I have their old Gen 2 adapter which served me well.

Just posting this as an FYI.
Maybe Livnitup can provide some insight.

 

[Livnitup]

I've had a legit new version UCDS adapter for a few months now that was bought from overseas. I have used it to connect in FDRS and it does work but I haven't done anything other than connect with it since I own a VCM3 that I use for updates, etc.

Edit: I did not work with the UCDS team with any development of their product.

 

[22Platinum]

Hey so, plans changed and I have a 2021 KR being delivered next week, and I have a question:

What's the point of updating? I know that all updates are good ones, but is anyone able to point out a discrete reason to go on this precarious adventure? I don't know what version the truck is currently on as I don't have it yet, but let's say it is the oldest one possible: what features do I stand to gain by updating?

 

[rugedraw]

Hey so, plans changed and I have a 2021 KR being delivered next week, and I have a question:

What's the point of updating? I know that all updates are good ones, but is anyone able to point out a discrete reason to go on this precarious adventure? I don't know what version the truck is currently on as I don't have it yet, but let's say it is the oldest one possible: what features do I stand to gain by updating?

Bluecruise, full-screen carplay/android auto, rear camera while driving, pro-trailer back up assist with the sticker, and I'm sure there are a few I may have left out. If you have the VIN, post or send it to me and I can check where it lays in terms of its software.

 

[22Platinum]

Thanks @rugedraw !

 

[Snakebitten]

10r80 shifting, as well as other drivability improvements since the original Gen14 was released almost 4 years ago?
My current up-to-date 2022 KingRanch is considerably more "polished" than my 2021 Platinum was when I first acquired it. 3 or 4 PCM updates further along, if you will.

 

[22Platinum]

10r80 shifting, as well as other drivability improvements since the original Gen14 was released almost 4 years ago?
My current up-to-date 2022 KingRanch is considerably more "polished" than my 2021 Platinum was when I first acquired it. 3 or 4 PCM updates further along, if you will.

Well great news, rugedraw was able to confirm my truck is completely OTA'd by the time I receive it so false alarm.

 

[Snakebitten]

I'd still be curious what non-OTA updates are available for your VIN.
Anything ABS/PCM related would be hard to pass up. Unless the truck left me completely happy with its day to day drivability.
I admit that the last round of PCM/ABS update was subtle enough that I couldn't determine the impact. (other than clearing the adaptive tables)

 

[rugedraw]

Well great news, rugedraw was able to confirm my truck is completely OTA'd by the time I receive it so false alarm.

Almost completely up to date; current enough where FDRS is not warranted as a necessity.

I'd still be curious what non-OTA updates are available for your VIN.
Anything ABS/PCM related would be hard to pass up. Unless the truck left me completely happy with its day to day drivability.
I admit that the last round of PCM/ABS update was subtle enough that I couldn't determine the impact. (other than clearing the adaptive tables)

I can check FDRS for him later when I get home, but all modules except the WACM can be updated via OTA. The truck got PCM update 22-PU-1009-PPO-SI on 10/6. Thing is: To people without FDRS, ignorance is bliss. lol

 

[Airborne_Ape]

I've had a legit new version UCDS adapter for a few months now that was bought from overseas. I have used it to connect in FDRS and it does work but I haven't done anything other than connect with it since I own a VCM3 that I use for updates, etc.

Edit: I did not work with the UCDS team with any development of their product.

Good to know. I corrected my post and ordered one. For some reason I thought you were instrumental in getting them to officially support F150's.

 

[22Platinum]

I can check FDRS for him later when I get home

Thanks!

 

[tonesto7]

Good to know. I corrected my post and ordered one. For some reason I thought you were instrumental in getting them to officially support F150's.

I would cancel your order especially since you have a VCM3...
I use my v4 adapter with FRDS and it works great.

I ordered a V5 and then cancelled it... The new adapter is only slightly faster and costs 2.5x as much... On top of that, you have to pay yearly for a license to use UCDS now...

 

[superfordman]

Ah yea buddy, this is a nice New Years treat! I was hoping getting a 30 day FDRS pass would pay off!!! Just showed up this afternoon, wasn't there earlier today.

 

[fordtruckman2003]

Ah yea buddy, this is a nice New Years treat! I was hoping getting a 30 day FDRS pass would pay off!!! Just showed up this afternoon, was there earlier today.

The fix for that one module that keeps reporting a soft code for communication issues, or a BC update? ?

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