ECU module programming guide using FDRS

[rugedraw]

That's really good to know! I read somewhere in one of the Installation Guides that they want you to reformat the USB after every update - and I suspect that @NickT_ was just following those same instructions. I thought all along that that would be a time consuming step, so it's great to learn that it's not actually necessary. Perhaps the purpose of reformatting is to ensure that ALL files are removed? ?‍

Deleting the files manually will accomplish the same thing. I always reformat it freshly between updates, but it's not necessary.

Is it okay to reboot it while the stick is in the truck? Also is it the track on the steering wheel or below the volume button

Radio power and forward seek on the radio; not the steering wheel.

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[HammaMan]

There could be hidden files that your computer doesn't show when you click on the drive and delete it.

I have show hidden files enabled by default, but no there's a directory or 2 and security certificate.

Radio power and forward seek on the radio; not the steering wheel.

Volume down and track forward on the wheel work just as well.

 

[FirstFord]

There could be hidden files that your computer doesn't show when you click on the drive and delete it.

That plays into my theory then... They want to make sure everything is gone, with no orphan files or lingering pieces. Yes, I can see that....

 

[FirstFord]

I have show hidden files enabled by default, but no there's a directory or 2 and security certificate.

Aha! Another practical tip! (And one that makes complete sense....)

 

[sswalters]

That's really good to know! I read somewhere in one of the Installation Guides that they want you to reformat the USB after every update - and I suspect that @NickT_ was just following those same instructions. I thought all along that that would be a time consuming step, so it's great to learn that it's not actually necessary. Perhaps the purpose of reformatting is to ensure that ALL files are removed? ?‍

It only takes 5 seconds to reformat the USB. I did that last time I updated and everything worked. Not saying anyone has to do that, but its super fast to reformat.

 

[FirstFord]

It only takes 5 seconds to reformat the USB. I did that last time I updated and everything worked. Not saying anyone has to do that, but its super fast to reformat.

Yeah, you're probably right. It has been a long time since I have done it, so my memory is likely incorrect. Plus, I think the last time I did it, the USB was a 256 GB running USB 1.0. I just seemed to remember that it took awhile... and considering the length of time it takes for the entire FDRS process, I can see where one would want to shave time wherever they can. But if its only seconds, then its a non-issue...

Thanks for correcting my preconception.

 

[Paul Neubauer]

Yeah, you're probably right. It has been a long time since I have done it, so my memory is likely incorrect. Plus, I think the last time I did it, the USB was a 256 GB running USB 1.0. I just seemed to remember that it took awhile... and considering the length of time it takes for the entire FDRS process, I can see where one would want to shave time wherever they can. But if its only seconds, then its a non-issue...

Thanks for correcting my preconception.

I just do the quick format option. A regular format would take a long time depending on the usb size.

 

[FirstFord]

A regular format would take a long time depending on the usb size.

Yeah, that's what my memory was telling me.... (maybe I'm not quite ready for the memory care center yet, after all... ?). The difference is likely the process, as you suggested: "quick" format vs. "full/regular".

 

[Ajzride]

If the USB stick has worked in the truck before, just leave it be and forget about it until it installs.

This may not work on newer releases. I helped another forum member about 3 weeks ago and the GWM was locked up and would not kick off USB updates. Jesse taught me a trick to tell if it's locked up. See here:

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/thr...ng-guide-using-fdrs.8249/page-908#post-513717

 

[Snakebitten]

This may not work on newer releases. I helped another forum member about 3 weeks ago and the GWM was locked up and would not kick off USB updates. Jesse taught me a trick to tell if it's locked up. See here:

https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/thr...ng-guide-using-fdrs.8249/page-908#post-513717

I had not seen that post. Or wasn't paying close enough attention.

Very nice!
Thank you and jesse

 

[rugedraw]

Is it okay to reboot it while the stick is in the truck? Also is it the track on the steering wheel or below the volume button

Seems like there is a problem with his USB slot on the truck. CAN seems to be the only option. Anyone had to CAN and APIM before? It's 6GB's, so I am sure he's looking at 4+ hours. Anyone ever had to do that can verify how long it will take?

 

[Paul Neubauer]

Seems like there is a problem with his USB slot on the truck. CAN seems to be the only option. Anyone had to CAN and APIM before? It's 6GB's, so I am sure he's looking at 4+ hours. Anyone ever had to do that can verify how long it will take?

Did he try the usb slot in the console also?

 

[NickT_]

Did he try the usb slot in the console also?

The USB slot I’m using in the one below my radio.

 

[Gord0]

There's 2 USB slots he can try and they're both side by side. The USB A, and C slot. The one in the center console won't work.

 

[Paul Neubauer]

The USB slot I’m using in the one below my radio.

Stick it in the usb slot in the console instead and see what it does. Could get lucky...

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