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rugedraw
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OTA update glare free
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Supposedly the newer IPMA update is what prevents it from working on 2023 trucks. However, your truck being a Tremor is not getting the...
Dec 1, 2025
rugedraw
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2021+ F150 Power-Up and Priority OTA History Thread
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Yea, a few people got skipped over 24127 based on recent reports.
Dec 1, 2025
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I was surprised to see my Sync updated to 25094 directly from 23291 without me even realizing it. I just checked my About Sync screen...
Dec 1, 2025
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22 powerboost wont update! New batteries
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Message me the VIN.
Dec 1, 2025
rugedraw
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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Awesome. You're officially out of the broken sync software. OTAs will eventually come in, but it will be forever and a half before...
Nov 29, 2025
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I successfully updated my 2021 using FDRS. I loaded the update onto a USB drive for the APIM and left it plugged into my truck. After...
Nov 29, 2025
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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The only thing I can think of is try disconnecting the 12v battery (batteris if your truck is a PowerBoost for 20 minutes). You can also...
Nov 29, 2025
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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IPC is supposed to be done with a USB. Is it not getting that far before this happens? Which version of FDRS are you using? Those...
Nov 28, 2025
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Request VIN Lookup Thread
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Your OTA history shows all OTA's that have been sent to you in the past 180 days installed successfully. The PCM code below is the...
Nov 28, 2025
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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I agree. Maybe the TRM config. I am out of ideas at this point. Hopefully someone else can chime in. I saw JEB's post right before I...
Nov 26, 2025
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You’re probably right. Unfortunately, you’ve pretty much done everything on the software side. I found something that might help, but...
Nov 26, 2025
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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Are there any faults on the dash, or are the codes only in FDRS?
Nov 26, 2025
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No. I wouldn’t do that. Click on the BCMC and find the self-test routine. You can also do a module reboot from the service procedures...
Nov 26, 2025
rugedraw
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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The ACM not coming off is normal. Ignore that. Clicked the BCMC in the first page of FDRS to open up all the guided routines you can...
Nov 26, 2025
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@RyanRick Got your message. You do have a few active faults. See below: The SSM's and TSB referenced by the codes is attached for you...
Nov 26, 2025
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Message me the VIN.
Nov 26, 2025
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What kind of DTC are you getting? Continuous or stored? Communication glitches frequently resolve themselves. If this is stored DTC...
Nov 26, 2025
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Good news: I was able to bring my '21 PB all the way up from the factory software to version 22293 with full screen android auto! Big...
Nov 26, 2025
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Hell yea! Sweet!
Nov 26, 2025
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So I did the master reset, the battery pull for 20+ minutes, then the PMI, and then attempted the software update selecting to remove...
Nov 26, 2025
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In your case, you have to wait for it to be resent. Not Completed means the OTA failed to install as opposed to failing to install.
Nov 25, 2025
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Yea, perfectly normal for a small glitch in the matrix to happen after certain updates. It should be fine.
Nov 24, 2025
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You had sent me your VIN before. I pulled the code and it's a lost comms code between the on-board diagnostics module and the PCM. Have...
Nov 24, 2025
rugedraw
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Let the truck sit for a bit to see if it goes away.
Nov 24, 2025
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Amazing everytime I see this reported! Congratulations. Tenacity wins. And yes, now go use FDRS to take you as far as is possible...
Nov 24, 2025
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Right on time! 3 weeks later and it appears that the USB update as taken my SYNC from version 20262 to 21166 Rev145. Does this mean...
Nov 24, 2025
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If he’s found that 45.6.8 works, you could try it. See this post on another forum for a link. Haven’t tried it myself, hope it works...
Nov 23, 2025
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So I loaded my old laptop up with 45.6.8 to give it a shot, module update took off just like it should and updated without any issue...
Nov 23, 2025
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Update here, went back to FDRS 45.6.8 and that seemed to solve my issue, updating now with no issue. So must be something up with 46.5.6...
Nov 23, 2025
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I am about to do an install on this @WOLFBOX G900 Tri Pro that came with the hardwire kit and the extended rearview camera cable. A few...
Nov 23, 2025
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You click the apim in the first page of FDRS and it will bring up a list of the guided routines you can perform on that module. You just...
Nov 23, 2025
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2023 Lariat Powerboost - all FDRS updates fail with power cutout as flash begins
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Yea, I think FDRS is the problem. One person with the issue is a coincidence, but two is a problem.
Nov 23, 2025
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46.5.5 was bad version that couldn’t clear DTCs properly and they quickly put out 46.5.6 two days ago to repair it just before the...
Nov 23, 2025
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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PMI will make the USB update again. No harm in trying. If FDRS gives you an option to remove voice files, select yes.
Nov 23, 2025
rugedraw
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2023 Lariat Powerboost - all FDRS updates fail with power cutout as flash begins
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How strange. I'm stumped, tbh. I guess it could be a bad Mongoose.
Nov 22, 2025
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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If the reason the update is failing is due to lack of space, then yes. I've seen it go through without removing the voice files and I've...
Nov 22, 2025
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I don't remember how many files are in the update. I think both a master reset and the battery trick and worth a shot. After you do the...
Nov 22, 2025
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@joeco Did you see USB error message on the screen at any time? If so, what number did it show? 0? 6? @jtrimm Did you try the 20...
Nov 22, 2025
rugedraw
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2023 Lariat Powerboost - all FDRS updates fail with power cutout as flash begins
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Disconnect the negative cable from your 12v battery for 20 minutes and try again. If your truck is a PowerBoost, disconnect the small...
Nov 21, 2025
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One thing you should NEVER EVER do is flush the transmission. ESPECIALLY the 10r80. Any mechanic worth his tool set will tell you how...
Nov 21, 2025
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Depending on what part of town you're in I can help you with Forscan if you need it. Might not be a bad idea to reset the transmission...
Nov 21, 2025
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2023 Lariat Powerboost - all FDRS updates fail with power cutout as flash begins
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Btw: FDRS will get you the software for BC 1.4, but it won't actually enable the features. That can only be done with FORScan of via an...
Nov 21, 2025
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2023 Lariat Powerboost - all FDRS updates fail with power cutout as flash begins
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I think the problem is with FDRS itself and not something you are doing wrong. See below...
Nov 21, 2025
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I installed mine almost a couple of years ago. I also used the strap, and it has been perfectly fine. While it is a dash cam I actually...
Nov 21, 2025
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Recommendation for Dash Cam?
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It's strapped, but only because I didn't know it didn't include the bracket to mount it in place of the OEM mirror. I ordered the...
Nov 20, 2025
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Very nice I am installing and reviewing on this weekend. Are you going to strap it to your stock mirror or go for the full replacement.
Nov 20, 2025
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You used to be able to do it with forscan and maybe still can.....not sure. These newer vehicles with TRON and the newer version of FDRS...
Nov 20, 2025
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This is awesome guys. Hadn't seen anything like this even though y'all have been doing it for years. Was looking for something like this...
Nov 20, 2025
rugedraw
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Worse case scenario, it will only let you update up to sync 22293 which is the version that gives you exactly that. Just be patient...
Nov 20, 2025
rugedraw
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ECU module programming guide using FDRS
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USB will most likely have be left in there for weeks before the apim will update. It's a normal part of the process for trucks on your...
Nov 20, 2025
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