Save Money Using a Junkyard Engine Control Module: DON'T LET YOUR DEALER TELL YOU IT CAN'T BE DONE!

[@roseandmiron]

Man I don't always comment but I want you to know I appreciate everything you put on here you are one of the best knowledgeable Ford guys I've ever seen thank you for everything you do for us much appreciated

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Thanks!

[@agatemaster1998]

jerry denning ha

[@Frodo420wv]

I totally agree he really is a god!!

[@ponydriver77]

thanks to this guy i have repaired my truck many times ... like he says at the end of each vid

[@freddurst7181]

I got a 2000 town car that keeps draining the battery after doing some things I beleive the ecm is causeing it u herd of that on a ford product?

[@jackymerritt2339]

Man, what a great Technician you are, you should be teaching, I am 72 years old in the automotive field all my life you do a fantastic job. The problem is that what you have you cannot buy. Great knowledge.

[@PursuitMode2011]

Not even Ford dealers know how to properly do this. Kudos to you!!

[@bustsrods]

Hats off to you, it's obvious to me that you could probably be doing something else with your time, but your one of the few who does give a crap about us that are at the mercy of others. Thanks from a subscriber, and a FORD "IDI" owner!!!

[@whirledpeaz1]

Here's FordTechMakuloco dropping knowledge again. And he does it without sensationalist titles and video thumbnails. Thanks!

[@jeppert1306]

This is honest to god customer service at its finest. Do what you can for your customers. Thank you.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

This is GREAT info! Makes you wonder how many vehicles were needlessly scrapped because of Ford's trickery. Automakers infuriate me with this kind of thing. THANKS for posting this one!

[@erniecarrasco9107]

@@xabhax it's not that deep bro. Lolololololol wow! So dealerships are not greedy huh? Lolololololol this guy thinks dealerships aren't greedy lolololololol

[@erniecarrasco9107]

I went to the junkyard today and you can see the newer junked vehicles that don't even looked crashed. We all know why people junked them. Because dealerships are so greedy. It's a shame how broken the system is. Humanity is sickening with the trash and greed.

[@chaelodoul9401]

@@xabhax Says a dude who more than likely works for a STEALERship.

[@jeffsales4240]

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[@bigbobno11]

I am a Ford guy. It is all i ever owned. But you are like the super Ford guy. I rebuilt my 5.4 3v watching your vids.

[@lowridermig]

I've installed many of used modules and I'll keep doing it but I see it from the dealers and some repair shops point of view. Some used modules may have bugs or issues that the seller is unaware about so I install said module now the vehicle exhibits a whole different issue. It's all a gamble with used parts sometimes you're the hero to the customer sometimes you waste time. Great video Thanks for sharing.

[@joannparker3974]

I feel like a dinasour, when I see what you young kid's can do on a computer. AMAZING!!!

[@ledegraw]

Great work nice to see an honest person helping the little guy fight greed by providing useful, useable information to keep our vehicles running and rolling down the road and not in a dealership making the rich richer, fight the good fight brother. Definitely subscribed thanx again for your time and effort.

[@OldSkoolF]

You, Eric and a few left over guys are the embodiment of how Real Americans help their fellow Countrymen..

[@brianblithe2271]

ROCK CITY BROTHA AND MAKE AMERICA SANE AGAIN !!!

[@ChiefIronLungz11]

I love this comment 🤞🏿👑💯🤣we rig it all together ya herr me

[@texasjetman]

So awesome to see you sharing this honest data with us on the web just trying to keep our older Ford Cars and Trucks going without going completely bankrupt at the dealership.

[@mikechiodetti6737]

First time seeing this video. I used to do programming with the IDS before I retired. IDS is a fantastic tool. Just make sure the IDS and VCM software are up to date and you must have a "clean power supply" on the battery during the programming!

[@silaszirn]

Just schooled the senior tech at ford garage with this vid and we got it done when they gave up... so awesome! Thank you!

[@letfreedomring43]

You're just a good dude that's all there is to it. Your video's have not just helped me with my own Fords, you have given me the courage to try things I normally would have nothing to do with. And I've been successful. So I just wanted to take a minute to say THANK YOU Brother....

[@jewllake]

Even though I don't own a Ford, I love watching these videos as all this valuable information can be used in other cars!

[@600rrgraham]

You should be an instructor for ford in Orlando. You seem like you’d be an excellent teacher (Orlando training center)

[@johnmcdougald1238]

Funny coincidence, I found this video searching for ECM/PCM replacements because I'll be doing this on my '92 Bronco, once I get it out of the firewall and find another with the proper code set to replace it with. You're currently sitting at 4.9K likes and my Bronco has the last of the line, 4.9L motors in it. I take it as a sign. But, seriously, I really like your videos. Quite a few of them have helped me immensely, working on both my 92 Bronco and the wife's 08 Escape. Thank you.

[@ozzstars_cars]

I wouldn't be surprised when Ford engineering sees this they update the software to prevent the relearn. Pricks. Best video to date Brian, I think it's great!

[@nrthshor8586]

Man my PCM transplant was successful due to your video. Thanks

[@celebrityfanta1554]

Share the you used please

[@jcastro91235]

Are you a mechanic ?

[@SouthMainAuto]

I program a fair amount of junk yard pcm's. Local dealer will not touch them.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yup see SMA will tell ya, the dealers are told by Ford it cannot be done and to not attempt it.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Depending on where the PAT's info is stored you can also get away with the "add a key" function as opposed to having 2 keys

[@NotHarry-er3wg]

You da man Eric!! I dunno who I like better You or Brian?? Both are very helpful Hi to Vanessa

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

Mine will.. They just do it on the side at lunch time or when it is slow. So just get to know the guys at the counter.. As they know the mechanics. I just toss them some money and all is good in the Universe...

[@sanity1977]

Great instructional video Brian.. shout out to SMA...

[@KairosOrenda]

A place in Ft. Laud called Ace. Auto Computer Exchange. You give them your broken ECM, PCM, IDM, etc. You pay for a repaired like device........way cheaper than factory or aftermarket.

[@jimfitzgerald9761]

Always treat the customers how you want to be treated. That's how I take care of my customers too. You're a good guy and I really like your channel. Very informative in Fords and it helps me and my techs alot. Thanks

[@kentuckyblugrass]

What i love about things such as this is the human ingenuity involved. About 10 years ago I bought a Subaru WRX and rebuilt it. Little did I know at the time the Subaru community that was present online. There were guys/girls that literally hacked their ECUs and basically rewrote their own code. This blew me away. Ever since then I have been fascinated with both cars & computers and more to the point getting around issues that involve ANY Dealership. Great video my friend👊

[@ThinkFreely2012]

The service ppl give me dirty looks when I'd tell them I knew they could do things that they didn't know they could do. And especially that i could change things with FORSCAN on my laptop that they can't change. Great video dude.

[@bigfootemobileauto9734]

ThinkFreely2012 What is FORSCAN? And what things can you do that they can’t? Just wondering.

[@stephencook4611]

I use to do this when I had a ford and a used PCM. You have to know the tool. It was designed to do this or it wouldn't happen. Most Ford service engineers don't know as much as this guy does.

[@sategllib2191]

What tool?

[@gruic6434]

Screw it, I'm going to buy a 1973 dodge dart with a slant six and drive it everywhere. At least you can work on those!

[@howardkerr8174]

I have owned many different brands of vehicles over the last 45+ years and I seem to get back into a Ford every 3rd or 4th car. With the help of guys like this, I will probably do my first back to back Ford purchase. I can't say for sure about the sales side (only 1 experience and that was lackluster to poor) but the service and parts folks are reasonable and helpful. Being able to find shortcuts and moneysavers like the ones this guy provides go a long way to keeping me in my current car, a 09 Crown Victoria with 165 thousand on the original engine and transmission.

[@krakenwoodfloorservicemcma5975]

Crown Vic is a good car.

[@robertdavis6708]

Brian,14 Ford dealerships have given a thumbs down, . Just keep up your hard , videos coming. Love your channel.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Lol

[@patbaptiste9510]

I'm only 4:13 mins into this video but I paused it to say, our planet is definitely changing in a positive manner - despite all the discord created by the elite. It is people like you and others who are initiating this change and believe it or not, the change is due to individual and collective consciousness. By that I mean, people are becoming less selfish - they are sharing useful information that the general public can use to their advantage. This is a positive sign for our country and the planet in general. More and more of earth's citizens are willing to share with the rest of the planet. Having said that, I must also praise KZbin for allowing people to share their experiences on their platform. this will help to make our planet a better place. I find the information in this video extremely useful as I'm pretty sure others will. Thank you very much for sharing and now I will continue to watch the rest of the video.

[@randomsomeone1617]

Great video. Now take it down before ford sees it and fixes your brilliant work around. 😁 How dare you save their customers money!

[@spiritualquestthroughmusic]

@@muskokamike127 seems they have already fixed this at Ford. I tried this with my 2013 f250sd and it shuts the system down before you can program, then the vin you manually added in that appeared right, goes back to original of the wrecking yard pcm. Not sure what year they started this but I guess its a vin lock in the module.

[@crazynative8291]

@Muskoka Mike what program are you using and can we get it.

[@letfreedomring43]

The car dealership business has to be the second most corrupt type of business in the world. Whats the 1st? The used car sales business. Some cars get paid for 4 or 5 times. Being as Henry Ford made it a point to manufacture autos that everyone could afford , I highly doubt he would be pleased if he could see what the auto industry has become. I was browsing new trucks just last week, $70,000 for a fucking truck.... GTFO with that bs. We best not ever bail out another auto manufacture. or bank, or airline, casino, hotel, insurance co. ....Let them fucking fail....

[@eddcain]

Amen!!!

[@temujinkhan6326]

@@letfreedomring43 how much is that same model truck cost today?

[@maddog9793]

I just love guys like this that help us fight with greedy companies out there... God bless you always man!!

[@bencal247]

Thank you very much. Question: What type of scanner do I need to pair this module to my car?

[@jonathanandrews1407]

Look for a Ford IDS VCM, should come with a module, obd2 cable, usb cable, installation cd etc..

[@0xMaijeh]

@@jonathanandrews1407 so the software he used in this video is what you’ve described now?

[@Dieseltechbrian]

One of the best mechanics on the planet besides Eric O.

[@rudybishop9089]

Eric O ? You must be joking

[@debtminer4976]

@@rudybishop9089 Are you joking??

[@rudybishop9089]

@@debtminer4976 I’m thinking of the Ford Fairlane Eric - South Main Eric is dah man !

[@debtminer4976]

@@rudybishop9089 Ahh.. makes more sense now.. Although, I will say that Eric the car guy gets more shit than he deserves.. His channel never started with the advanced technician in mind.. was strictly diy, helping people save money, when not many were on here doing that.. There are many, far advanced than his technical skill, but so what?? I still send ETCG vids out to friends asking me how to check for suspension noise. .his vids hold up well there.. For those who know, it's not going to be interesting, but for those who don't, it's gold.. Everyone has their place..

[@rudybishop9089]

@@debtminer4976 Mr Miner - well put - Fairlane has a big heart but must be subsidized by mother - or someone he wouldn’t last long in production - but he is a nice guy . . . and I might have learned something ?

[@semperparatus678]

Just to let you know, you are the reason I just purchased another Ford. I got a 2012 F250 6.2 gas with 75,000 miles for 30,000.00 I love it and as long as we have you on here then we will be able to afford our 2005 Ford Explorer and my Ford truck because I can do all the work myself. If I can successfully do the timing on my wife's 4.0 with your help then I can do almost any other work on the Ford's lol. Thank you for everything you are doing to save us Ford owners money.

[@oldmansilas559]

Thank you for choosing to be an honest mechanic. A question to Ford. Would it have hurt your bottom line that much to continue to place the PCM inside the cab?

[@SR-wu8ls]

I wondered the same thing! And can we as owners make that change - can we re-install it inside? How much of a job and how hard would that be?

[@mjgholdings2510]

Man o man! I bought one from flagship one with keys for my 05 escape for $579. That didnt solve my problem. So im outside all Christmas day in the rain, still not fixed and $750 so far poorer,,,,,but upside is I'm glad I saw your video because I still have my old one that I suspect is fine but may need to reprogram. Thank you for the video, Merry Christmas and happy new year!

[@lostinmyspace4910]

Swapped out a PCM for a 2005 Ford F150 with a southern Kentucky junkyard PCM. It proved defective, so I sent it back for credit.. Found another PCM in Michigan for $65.00 took to dealer and they did their thing. Works perfectly, but the dealer has to do the software swap. Everything good. THUMBS UP!

[@brucej3638]

This is awesome! What sort of programmer or diagnostics tool do you use to run this program? What do they cost? Can it be accomplished with other diagnostic tools? Thanks for sharing your knowledge and helping folks save big money. As well as not allowing the automakers to take advantage of every day people.

[@Marshal-ul6js]

This was exactly what I need to discover as well. Didn't see any answers, but maybe you know the scan tool to use?

[@alexanderastl5445]

Was wondering the same

[@darrenreyburn3362]

Yes definately wich scan tool will be crucial to success! I know he said the ford scan tool but thats kind of vauge. Do you have the exact model scan tool

[@JosephGMarrero]

Based on the logo on the program, he’s using Ford IDS scan tool.

[@benjaminraylagars5204]

I also want to thank u in advance. You are very kind an knowledgeable.. will u please tell me what computer is needed to do this.. will any code reader do it or 150 harbor freight scan tool

[@roberts5858]

I'm shocked the dealer lied to anybody. You're brilliant. Thanks for sharing. Can this be used to disable PATS system?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

No

[@86-Manifest]

What software did you use to program your junkyard ECM

[@macd9861]

@@86-Manifest ???......

[@danven1256]

I just ran across that on my Mazda B3000. I had an odd misfire that would come and go and record a misfire on number 1 cyl. Couldn't find anything so I swapped number one and two plugs. That didn't change anything so I had a spare coil that I swapped that out, no change. Upon closer examination I found a weak spark at the number 1 and 5 coil. Finally determined that the driver in the PCM is failing though I'm not getting any primary circuit codes. Since the PCM is no longer available I found a remanufactured PCM with 2 programmed keys for a couple hundred bucks. it'll arrive here in a few days and that should solve the problem.

[@stevebanda8776]

You can program junkyard computers without the factory scan tool. You do have to buy a sub on their website. Use your lab top and something like a snap on passthru pro. I did notice u don’t get as many options from the factory stuff but u can change the vin, reprogram, pats, and parameter resets. I just did a Mazda the other day and the program looks identical to the fords but u have to use theirs.

[@Tetter.]

What do you mean buy a sub on thier website?

[@JoshBryan]

Tetter subscription

[@bigfootemobileauto9734]

Do you know if it would work using the Autel passthru and a subscription?

[@peterdatechmen5506]

@@bigfootemobileauto9734 should do, all of my scan tools are just recognised by subscription and pass through I'd. It should alert you when setting up for sub. Most have a single or day sub so easy and cheap to try access

[@gotanygrapes831]

You need more views and subscribers. High quality content and way under rated.

[@Gratefulwon]

Who ever lives in your area with a Ford, well, they are lucky people.

[@e.b.6766]

Yes... wish I didn’t live so far away!!! I actually made an appointment with the intent of making the trip to his shop, but other life issues came up!!!

[@gerardolozadluna4149]

No one lives in his area this is pay by FIRD so you all dumb people keep buying four pieces of crap

[@gerardolozadluna4149]

No one can afford a nice shop like that working for a piece of crap Ford which is the real problem Ford Bill crop piece of s*** by Ford

[@gerardolozadluna4149]

What you go with this guys need to put in a Ford it's a real piece of brain not a stupid ass module that doesn't even work

[@gerardolozadluna4149]

What in the hell is the difference between FORD and Nissan Toyota iOS own a Nissan or Toyota the computers never get corroded so tell me about it can you answer that question? Mr. Mechanic

[@shawnheinaman7610]

I need a new pcm I guess . Replaced batt new and tested alt twice and it’s good butt all kinds of codes showing so I’m thinking pcm is my next move. Your a genius . Wish I hadn’t spent so much before getting to this point.

[@adrenalinehigh2070]

Unbelievable!!! It took 18 minutes including your explaination! So it isn't even a "It wastes too much time from the technician" excuse. I guess not a lot of mechanics know this trick, or it's a shop mandate to sell the new parts. Either way, thank you for showing us how. :)

[@sstrongful]

What scan tool did you use? Thanks.

[@moniquelucio2817]

I truly appreciate the knowledge! I was about to waste money and buy a new transmission due to all the symptoms which turn out to be a bad ecu causing those symptom!! Saved me some big bucks

[@leesteam]

Great video. Could you possibly do a video on the scan tool, as well as how you would go about getting the ford information/software you show in the video. Would love to replace my own rather than buy it at the dealer. Do you think this is something a basic repair skilled individual could do?

[@macd9861]

Any luck finding out tool/ software

[@jasonwatson9127]

@@macd9861 One of the other commentors mentioned the Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS). I did a quick Google search and that appears to be the software used.

[@mikeestrella2]

This came in my recommendations. I was a long time ford tech. When the IDS first came out you had to sit and learn every window that was available. The training at the time was a (fast this is how it works) and then you were left with many questions that not many could answer. After years went by some of us Tech's learned how to manipulate as built data codes and change as built data codes. What you showed in this video here not many Tech's would know cause they would be what is called the dry cut tech that are only concerned about mass labor hours each pay period. The tech that learns programming windows are the go to guy cause the rest want labor hours. I learned that 5 pcm programs are faster and pay better than 60k on a taurus manly cause of spark plug location. Good knowledge for ford owners so they don't have to pay outrageous prices for a pcm replacement

[@clememontesdeoca4063]

Love the Vids Brian, Eric O. And New Level Auto. It's nice to see how this great Mechanics get along for the benefit of the viewers 👍🤓 Thanks for the videos guys we appreciate your hard work. Cheers Hoffman estates iL

[@Propertyinspector]

Thank you as always for sharing your knowledge. It is much appreciated. Have yourself a magnificent day

[@volvo09]

Love stuff like this... Makes me worry about restoring or collecting a Modern vehicle like this in 30 years.

[@Cp-qo6xk]

volvo09 I think of that kind of thing way too often lol.

[@thefordmaniac]

You won't be...things don't last the way they used to

[@SmittySmithsonite]

There will be so many electrical failures in 30 years, nobody is going to want to have anything to do with OBD-II vehicles. This is a great marketing opportunity for someone who wants to start building aftermarket wiring harnesses, modules, & computers - if anyone wants to keep this rolling Tupperware alive in even 20 years, they're going to need this.

[@Cp-qo6xk]

thefordmaniac I believe panther platforms will. Steel frames, somewhat metal body’s with healthy v8s so I feel like the panther platforms can survive for future gens but very few others probably unfortunately. I’m quite bias though as I literally think the panthers are some of the best cars ever made in modern car times lol.

[@Cp-qo6xk]

Smitty Smithsonite I’m sure some company will down the line forsure..... hopefully.

[@howardfitzner7789]

Thanks!

[@TheRds797]

Would've been great to include what scanner you're using..

[@nrthshor8586]

This is outstanding info what with being told PCM in 09 Mustang needs to be replaced. After rebuild and labor was estimated near $800, will have this set up to reprogram donor. Thanks

[@armanmtl]

I sure would like a copy of the software you are using. Very informative.

[@calholli]

same.. He never mentioned what 'scan tool it is. bummer

[@frnkjones40]

@@calholli He's using a factory scan tool

[@mypassionrc-studioxd40lous66]

not surprised with what you mentioned about the different issues with Ford , I've owned 4 Ford vehicles, never again, I'm tired of problems with all of them. poorly engineered and difficult to work on 😕

[@josephwash109]

After working in a tire shop for three years, I immediately realized when I saw 225/70/16 that this van had undersized tires on it. I asked myself, "Don't those E-series vans call for LT225/75/16?" At this point, I have a fairly accurate etched-in tire size guide in my brain.

[@frugalprepper]

BTW: I works the same with FJDS and a J-Box. I have a GM Tech 2 Win Clone, and it works just fine to do this with FJDS.

[@beandrive]

Remarkable video, thanks for sharing this with us. Your hardware must have cost you thousands of dollars not to mention your $900 per year software updates that are required for continued use. Individual users can not afford to have these capabilities for their own personal vehicles. Thanks again for all your informative videos.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Of course not, the point of the video is to show it can be done and not let the dealers push owners around.

[@beandrive]

@@FordTechMakuloco Hey, I own a 2004 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0, repair and or part wise, is this a Ford or a Mazda?. I am told that my PCM is defective, can your fix keep my motor on the road longer? Thanks again for all that you do.

[@lookingupwards8652]

Great video thanks for sharing will you keep making videos like this to help us.

[@jonathanschmidt417]

Nice video I'm going to have to try this out in the future if the problem happens

[@charleswilson4598]

I don't have a high-end scan tool or access to the software. This looks to be beyond the diyer, but there are companies that advertise used reprogrammed pcms. But you have to be careful who you buy from. My daughter has a 1997 Dodge Dakota that her boyfriend diagnosed as having a bad pcm. The first company they ordered from kept giving them the runaround but never shipped a pcm. They had to go through their credit card company to get a refund. The second company they ordered from sent a good pcm and fixed their problem for $225. My granddaughter took her car to a NAPA repair in the small town where she lives and they put a reprogrammed unit in her car for $500. So do your research and be skeptical.

[@jzoie3336]

The more I tamper with my Ford Explorer, the more I love you lol thanks for your efforts

[@jamesmcintire3800]

This is why I subscribe to your channel. Tips and insight like this that I wouldn’t find anywhere else. Thanks

[@bnelson313braveheart]

I was surprised the first time I saw the PCM located in the engine bay. Many PCMs are actually locating in the front area in the engine bay. Even a small collision may destroy them. Thanks for the video, it clearly shows it can be done.

[@WeslieKendrick-fox]

Thank God ! I appreciate you so much. I always have to fix my own vehicles because I am unfortunately monetarily challenged. This was a huge problem for me until I saw the video. Now if I could just find someone who will let me use their diagnostic tool. 😂❤ Goid vibes and luck your way. Thank you so much.

[@luckyone9473]

Ford Tech "Snowden" Makuloco - This is Ford Wikileaks.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Oh man too funny!

[@luckyone9473]

sam galava You must not be "tough", get a Ford and get "tough". ( It is expensive to get tough )

[@c431inf]

😂

[@compteck7]

@@shekharmoona544 Ford Bureau of Idiots

[@michaeljackson7623]

@@FordTechMakuloco I have a 99 explorer it’s bore out when shifting to 3rd gear what’s the problem also what transmission can I use Have A 99 explorer 5.0 motor could you let me know what to do or what other transmission can I use I appreciate your time and help thanks

[@mojunk19]

Great to see a Ford tech in my area. Now I just need to buy a Ford. Great video

[@CarManiac125]

Finally, the big stress relief! Thank you so much. Was wondering about a vehicle with the pats, can it be done?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yes

[@CarManiac125]

Thanks man, my incase my 2001 f150 has an issue I'll know now, lol

[@alvarocepeda4538]

thanks for this video it is very complete I do not think I will find another person with this type of positive mentality to help others

[@oby-1607]

Ok, that's it, I am on my way with my new to me junkyard control module. Damn stealerships.

[@robmclaughlin420]

I’m loving your light attached to the underside of the hood.

[@DeAndreeFreeman]

Is this possible to do with ForScan?

[@anthonyloy3713]

Thanks again professor, it feels like I owe you tuition for the classes,

[@SuperJoes70]

What brand scanner are you using ? Have you programed other non Ford Vehicles ? Thanks good channel 5 stars

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Ford IDS

[@sergiofigueroa7346]

Love the way you explain it and don't cover up for big corporate. Being a auto tech my self didn't know how to work on this for mine. Just wish I could find my Tare Tag so I can finish the install on mine. Any clues other than the mentioned? Please?

[@stevejohnson8773]

which programmer did you use for this? Can a similar operation be done on a GM vehicle using a Tech 2? Thanks for all your great videos.

[@cessealbeach]

Dealers selling "Spare Parts" "fixing vehicles" and "service" is their bread and butter, They don't usually have huge markup's selling new vehicles,Those "service advisers" are trained to sell stuff that you don't need , their techs are younger and tunnel visioned, No Matter what dealer you go to , Shot Gunning is their game, they would just keep throwing parts, UNLESS the vehicle is under warranty, then they would try to do some trouble shooting, My dad retired from a Dodge dealer , He was the "service manager"

[@djcaldwell5727]

Is there a way or tool other than the IDS system you use in this video to program a ford PCM?

[@Schiavoni85]

This guys helped me for years. I appreciate it man!!!

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

Great detailed video Brian and it's all an engineering gimmick.

[@Andre-tc1wj]

Awesome Video. Great knowledge as always...

[@Chris-eh3du]

Good video, great information! but ehh.. Doesn't this still require a authentic Ford IDS? (Isn't that thousands of $? if you can get one) with an active subscription to program modules? I know most secondary shops usually have the generic type scan tools so they might also just hand you back over to the dealer. At the end of the day unless you own an IDS or happen to get very fortunate and find someone with an active authentic IDS (maybe it is more popular outside where I live) it doesn't seem realistic for a DIY type job. But still a very good video, I always enjoy watching!! :)

[@Gortok1]

Agreed....customer buys junkyard computer then sends me link to this video...No problem, he says...

[@Gortok1]

Not everyone has the hardware, software and subscription to do this

[@FreddyGonzales1986_]

You sir are a life saver, what scanner will I need? What is PATs? The screen of you showing us is that your scanner or is it a computer? I have a 2013 Ford Mustang v6 3.7 it’s been to Ford Dealership they said I have a bad PCM and they don’t have the part and Ford stopped carrying them. So now I’m scouring KZbin to figure out what to do…I hope you see my comment and respond

[@axelbart7470]

Great job Brain,,, thank you 4 sharing

[@mohageli358]

I take my hat to U for opend my eyes on the Auto makers trickery. Please advise very old man on reprogramming My 05 Mini cooper Stolen ECM. I will be greatful for your help. My good Bro. PS Have same year ECM from another Mini. God Bless U

[@waterman308]

Ford needs to hire you to run their engineering and design department. You are under employed ;)

[@BuffMyRadius]

Ford would lose money because he would make everything inexpensive to fix!

[@karlrovey]

They would probably change the PCMs to make this procedure impossible.

[@JosePerez-kj2dp]

3 timing chain jobs successfully thanks to this dude. Long live the Loco

[@600rrgraham]

Great video. We do it at my dealership quite often !

[@rays7437]

Yeah it makes me wonder where these people are going that they're complaining about their dealerships. My guys will do it.

[@anthonyjoe9139]

I would open the pcm up if possible and carefully look for broken solder connections and resolder as many connections as possible. It might take some time but might be worth it. I've has the electronic temp control circuitry and the lcm go bad in this way. Nothing wrong but bad solder. You can't always see the broken solder connections but you often can. Today's solder is really bad.

[@MrJkosta]

Great video :) What tool and software did you use? Do you need a subscription to a database?

[@roberthurd328]

I'm glad he's doing an instructional. Ford GM program Brookhaven Junior College. Since then I became a truck driver after my career as a mechanic now that I live on the streets because I died on my Harley and my insurance didn't pay but I got Ford's and I enjoy learning every little new trick I can possibly learn from the traumatic brain injury a lot of auto mechanics come second nature for some reason I know things that other people don't under the hood and it just comes natural but there's other things that I need to work on and this is one things one of the things and I thank you for that

[@robertmusci983]

You're a solid mechanic.

[@warrenlucier5796]

Thanks for sharing this important information and I'm going to do the same. This may be applicable to other makes and models out their, just have to think outside the box as you have done. I don't understand why they place these units out in the environment like they do; not all manufacturers do this.

[@jackie22341]

What scan tool and program you use for this process, as I’m in Australia and I mainly drive fords , and just recently had pcm fail on a fg 5speed falcon Ute . And I was told it was a transmission problem, but I bought a scan tool and it told me it the pcm stuck between park and neutral, any thoughts about this.

[@brianneal9204]

Nice!!! I have the new Launch scanner tool. I am still learning how to use it, but hopefully I have this ability and a way to program the speed sensor for oversized tires.

[@unfundedopportunities7278]

Would my local garage have trouble replacing the PCM my 2004 Focus? You still have to deal with the transponder keys, don't you?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Almost all shops can program keys but programming the pcm may be hard to find.