If IDS checks the vehicle calibration against the list, and an update is available, it goes and downloads it and then stores it where it remains available locally. (on your machine) Once you have it you don't need to download it again and the calibration may be used up until a revision is released to replace it and the process begins again.

I also believe this process is a part of the overall concept of keeping your software and calibrations current. When critical calibrations become available for things like recalls, the calibration updates typically require a software update as well.

For example, I recently updated our IDS to version 47 to obtain the new Inductive Heating Flash. Access to FDRS is included with the purchase of either IDS or FJDS software license.When the calibrations for the new 6.4L recall came out, we were instructed to update to version 48.5 before we could update the calibrations. The FDRS software license is shared with IDS or FJDS. The cloud-based system ensures the technician is provided the latest software every time FDRS logs into the Ford network. FDRS provides superior capabilities, is more user-friendly and provides more diagnostic tools than IDS. FDRS provides complete dealership level vehicle diagnostic coverage for some 2018 and forward vehicles. The FJDS software license includes time based access to the FJDS software, software updates and calibration files.įord Diagnostic & Repair System (FDRS) - The next generation factory Ford Motor Company vehicle diagnostic Software designed for use with VCM II, VCMM and J2534 compatible Vehicle Communications Interfaces (VCI). FJDS is designed for use with J2534 compatible Vehicle Communications Interfaces (VCI) including Ford diagnostic hardware (VCM II, or VCMM). The IDS software license includes time based access to the IDS software, software updates and calibration files.įord J2534 Diagnostic Software (FJDS) – Provides module reprogramming software that covers 1996 to select 2018 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury module reprogramming functions, plus complete dealership level diagnostic software for all 2018 to present Ford and Lincoln vehicles. IDS requires the use of Ford diagnostic hardware including VCM, VCM II, and VCMM devices. Integrated Diagnostic Software (IDS) – Provides complete dealership level vehicle diagnostic coverage for all 1996 to select 2018 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. Ford diagnostic software consists of three different products which are detailed below. The software may be downloaded for free, however requires the purchase of a software license or “activation key” that is entered into the software to allow use of the software. Software Purchase Software License Download Softwareįord diagnostic software must be downloaded and installed on a PC meeting the minimum specifications posted here.

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