Forscan 101 what is it how to begin where to buy how to start tutorial basics

[@brianhendricks5326]

Best quality basic forscan tutorial. Thank you. Im a retired technician. Vehicles i can fix. Computers and women are still a mystery to me 😆

[@rmiller2975]

At Last! Someone that starts from the ACTUAL beginning of the process! Well Done!

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching Miller!

[@phillipgolden8701]

Fuck forscan I'm fuckinpossible.

[@ApolloVIIIYouAreGoForTLI]

For anyone yet to buy their scan tool its highly reconnmended you get the OBDLink EX.. Its made with the input of the FORScan Dev & has no switch (Uses a relay to switch electronically)... Certain features won't work with the manual HS/MS switch.

[@mistamastamind]

Thank you. I just ordered the EX because of your comment.

[@michaeldayton8934]

Thank you for explaining this in such step-by-step detail. I just started with Forscan and you are the first person I've found who has made a video on how to backup your system with such detail that it's like you're teaching the first day of kindergarten, because that's what we newbies are, Forscan kindergarteners, and this is the kind of detail we need to make sure we back up our data without screwing up a $60K+ truck. Thank you! (Subscribed)

[@thatguyc5899]

Thank you. Me and the electrons had a falling out years ago and we really don’t speak cordially anymore. This has bridged the gap allowing us to at least discuss the future of the truck again.

[@Relic67]

I just used Forscan for the first time successfully with much help from watching your videos. Thank you very much for making them. People like you make KZbin Awesome.

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching Evans!

[@genewiseman5554]

Ricardo - you have produced, by far, the best Forscan how-to I've read or seen. I have 2 suggestions for improvement that I struggled with: #1. Just go ahead and buy an extended license b/c it make things much easier. Forscan will email an account key that is required in order to get the list of modules including as-built. #2. When highlighting an as-built module to run and save to your file follow these steps for ease of operation: highlight the first module, click run at the bottom of the screen, once all cells show click save-all to save to your folder, then (this is important step left out I think) click the stop button at the bottom to stop the program, go to the top and click on Configuration which will take you back to the module you just highlighted and saved, move to the next as-built module and highlight it, and repeat the run, save-all, stop, configuration process until finished. I think this may take a simple edit to this great video. Thank you

[@ricardosworkshop]

Great comment! Thanks Gene!

[@j.w.8663]

Yes, the 'Stop' part was unintuitive as hell. It seems as if it's just doing something important forever.

[@rcinfla9017]

@@ricardosworkshop As built data is available on Ford website by entering VIN number and can be downloaded. I believe Forscan is connecting to this site to access the as built files shown on screen. You must have Wifi or direct internet connection on laptop to do this.

[@tomsdreamshopworx]

I was so nervous to do this but yours by far is the best video I watched on a step-by-step procedure I was able to get it all set up and save every module thank you so much for taking the time to do this.

[@jawdinker554]

Thank You Very Much for your time taken to create and upload the best FORScan tutorial for beginners I've come across. You've created it perfectly 👍 You're a TOPMAN.....

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching Jaw!

[@andyjprice7492]

Great video, a must watch for us newbies, you answered a lot of my start up questions, I'm going to go request access to the forum and order my OBD reader now!

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching Andy!

[@michaelostrofsky6289]

Outstanding video. Thanks. Plenty of information for me to do a couple of tweaks I've found on a Ford forum.

[@londonoalex]

Thanks so much bro. I got a Mazda 3 and bought all the stuff, but I was scared to mess up my car. Now I at least have a starting point.

[@shadyrest429]

Ricardo thank you very much for your great videos. I just bought a 2017 Lariat and i am doing almost everything in your bags of goodies. Love your passion on your Ford and i am the same way. Another thing that i like is that you actually reply to people asking questions. Subscribed and keep it up. Harald

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching Harald!

[@ungovernable-bc1]

OMG! You have a XOLO! I have 3 of them. Great dogs.

[@ufo-bro532]

From Australia thanks mate because I have a 1999 AU ford Falcon and I've been searching for a scanner that would support my car and the only one is Forscan and you helped me out big time with understanding it and explaining the procedure, once again mate thank you Ricardo

[@TrickShiftGarage]

Awesome! I've watched other videos but they don't go through Forscan step by step. You did an awesome job man, great video. 👍

[@OrigDJAnimate]

Excellent info, this is exactly what I needed to know to get started

[@jquiznos2283]

Thanks brother. This video post was enough for me to sub. You made this precarious endeavor seem less treacherous. Lets see what I can change in my XLT. If only I could enable NAV....

[@daveprzygocki1486]

Thanks for helping newbies. I’ll be back after I get my license code

[@arthurleal2674]

Thanks, Great Video. I have the connection, 327 and user activated on Forscan. I just needed a little more insite. I have to reset the bms on a 2017 f150. I recently installed a new battery. At least now I know how to dig in there a little more to find it and reset. Now I am off to finding a spreadsheet. Again, Thanks. I will connect to truck tomorrow and navigate and save those or some of the files.

[@samuelbrooks7854]

thank you so so much the best video that i seen you are a 100%

[@sethmarcell1131]

oh i am SO excited to try this, just got my maverick and cant wait to see what we can do.

[@robertkhan6947]

I cannot thank you enough for your help, I was in a bad place being a technophobe!

[@bdaspny]

Excellent! The exact info I needed. About to try this tomorrow.

[@ricardosworkshop]

Awesome! Don't forget to save your original settings.

[@bdaspny]

@@ricardosworkshop thanks to your video I did my first mods using forscan and they worked first try. Thanks again!

[@courtneyfaas1266]

Best tutorial EVER!! Thank you so much.

[@DiggidyW2]

Thank you for this very helpful and well-done video!

[@ahmedal2333]

You are such a big help!! God bless Bro

[@ahmedal2333]

Hi Bro, Do you have 2019 Escape spreadsheet ? I need to add climate control icon on the screen . I will be thankful if can help with that .

[@theo3995]

Pls. ford focus 2019 start/stop procedure. Thx

[@motorcyclepimp]

Good job. Thanks for this. Exactly what I needed to get started. Subscribed!

[@AB-wq2vy]

These kind of tutorial videos are always useful. Thank you for making this!

[@donc9751]

Great video Ricardo! Big help to me, I just ordered the obd elm327 scanner/usb connector forscan recommended. Got to looking at this because I need a new key fob for my 2014 f150, I only have 1 and that 1 quit functioning to open the locks but it will still lock it. With dealer wanting $120 just for the key fob then $60 to program it I started seeing other options online that would allow me to do this since I dont have 2 working key fobs to program it manually. Appreciate the info! I liked and subscribed! I'll be getting into more of this soon. I'll look to see if you've done any key fob programming vids.

[@skynet2115]

Thank you That was very helpful would you know on a 2020 F350 using Forscan how to go about doing a manual regen. Also switching the turbo display on the dashboard to display the DEF fluid But most importantly is the regen please.

[@absoluteoutdoorz9823]

Subscribed and liked! Thanks. Headed to check out more of your videos

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching!

[@cobravenom39]

I've watched 3 of your videos, and you've done literally everything but ACTUALLY MADE A CHANGE TO ONE OF THE settings. I mean the setup, switching the modes, but EVERYTHING EXCEPT ACTUALLY MAKING AND SAVING ANY CHANGES WHATSOEVER. Do you have a video of you making a change to literally any of the settings?

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching! Keep watching... you will see the actual changes and mods!

[@ronald0122]

My man. Great video. Have a nice day good sir

[@TotallyNuss]

Buy a OBDLINK EX adapter. Switch is electronic and controlled by Forscan. Much better.

[@ricardosworkshop]

Yes! Here's a discount code for it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/anLCpmtomcyYhNk

[@TotallyNuss]

@@ricardosworkshop Excellent. Thank you!

[@jasonleshuk]

Very detailed tutorial. Thanks sir.

[@winning564]

Oh man this was super helpful you gained a new follower today

[@nreynolds56]

Very nice video. Thank-you.

[@tonyneises5195]

Can I program my 2012 Ford Fusion, electric rack and pinion, control module with this Tool? If so, I will purchase the ELM and FORScan software licence. I also want to say, Awesome Video, thanks so much for putting this up!!!👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@humbleyourego6053]

Hello, maybe someone has asked this question already, however I cannot seem to find any info. Can I use this software to reprogram abs and srs modules on 2007 Ford f150?

[@mw3designs]

Can you make changes such as tire size with Forscan Lite iOS?

[@DIRTRAT99]

This video was very helpful, thank you !

[@omargarcia8986]

Thank you very much

[@HowToDoitright]

Best video ever!

[@clutch5sp989]

My F150 detects methane level rise in the cab and sprits new car smell in the ducts while venting for 30 seconds.

[@rawdawgcross]

Great vids Ricardo. I have a 2017 Ford F350 Lariat Ultimate with all the bells and whistles. I removed the bed installed a flatbed as I do a lot of cowboy work with gooseneck trailers. I don’t have any back up sensors or a tailgate camera and all of the alerts are going off informing me of the missing signals. My blinker lights flash normal but in the cab makes the rapid noise as if I have a bulb out. I just got the Forscan and tried deleting the DTC codes but they never go away. Any thoughts on how to go about correcting any of these issues?

[@ricardosworkshop]

Deletingvthe codes will only temporarily remove them. You have to adjust the block settings for each issue.

[@jesustrevino3452]

Can you make a video on programming an electric power steering

[@darryljackman]

Thank you!

[@StormxRaiden]

Thanks man, you are the greatest

[@ajaks7636]

Great Video! Thank You.

[@leso204]

Ok' i'm here from the vid' address you sent me so you have to join the forum to access module hex designation, also on the market now is a auto switch ms to hs Elm 327 interface lead ..............

[@ricardosworkshop]

Yes, the OBDLinkEX is the best... use code Ricardos to get a discount. Also, the spreadsheet is in the description.

[@BrucePinnock]

Thank you very much for your videos. I am a new Ford owner and I was trying to register on the FORScan site but it is asking for an invitation code. Do you know how I could get one?

[@Surge_Stream]

Thanks for the video! I put in my vin, downloaded the file but when it go to. Load factory AB, it gives me a warning that says “number of blocks in file and module doesnt match, do you wish to proceed”. What should i do? Thanks

[@dabltestdrive]

Делал обзор на расширенный плагин для автомобилей марки Ford от приложения MotorData OBD. Прочитал 6 блоков и более 100 параметров

[@jrk68]

I will say, if you have iOS forscan does not work. Even with the crossover app. It’s just can’t run it. I tried connecting and it kept saying no adapter found. All the new MacBooks have no USB port forcing you to use a adapter. So you have your elm adapter connecting to another adapter instead of connecting straight to the computer causing this error. I recommend sticking to a windows computer

[@dalebabbitt6185]

Thank you, I just liked and subscribed to you channel. I'm more interested in diagnosing. Do you have anything posted that's more in depth using live data and merged graphing for O2 sensors, MAF, MAP etc? Thanks again!!!

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for the sub Dale... I'll look into that.

[@spectrumusername]

Anyone know how to automatically unlock all doors WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING, when getting out of an f-150???

[@CarlosGarcia-fg1jm]

Good video I have 3 different fords vehicles can all work with the same device and account

[@ricardosworkshop]

Yes Sir! Its not married to one only

[@jk4065]

Hi Ricardo, Really enjoy your tips and tricks for the F150. Any thoughts on the the OBDLink® EX auto switching OBD? Thinking about changing some settings and wanted to get a connector that will do it right.

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching JK! I've heard good things about it. It should work fine. I haven't had a chance to test it.

[@carlossanchez2231]

Great vídeo tanks,,,,can this tool retrieve codes and data from 97 Ford truck whit 7.3 engine Powerstroke????

[@revbikerbigd8664]

Is there anyway to use FORScan to test door locks in my 2014 f150 XL crew cab ?? Driver's door lock doesn't work but everything else works great in the truck! All buttons work , could someone have turned it off because they only had 1 key and was afraid of locking the key inside. I made 2 new keys with auto start and adding the antenna and wire.

[@arkansas-n8nate148]

Any idea why it would I would get " unable to connect to vehicle"? 2017 F250 Truck is "on". Confirms adapter connected but doesn't see the truck.

[@ricardosworkshop]

Driver installed? If its USB, it should detect it right away. Could be a bad adapter 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@suburbanhobbyist2752]

6:49 EVERY SINGLE TIME! Am I rite? Just about every time I go to plug in a USB it is the wrong way and I have to flip it over. I mean it should really be 50/50 but I swear it's more like 90 times the wrong way and 10 the right way! They should do a study on that lol.

[@ricardosworkshop]

Lol... i eventually went with OBDLinkEX... no switch! And much faster. kzbin.info/www/bejne/anLCpmtomcyYhNk

[@matthewreisen6148]

YOOOO! Been following this forum since I picked up my new to me 2016 Black on Black Explorer Sport. Awesome vehicle and I am lookin forward to some light / stage 1 tuning and I hear FORscan is an excellent place to start! I may just have bad reasoning skills but what link should I use for a 2016 Ford Explorer Sport with the 3.5 tt engine. All I see is MY 11-15 available. Thank you kindly in advance I look forward to hearing from ya!

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks for watching Matthew. Checkout this one... www.icloud.com/numbers/0yl-Fqa3Gnjh8m0K-1vadEHiA#FORScan_Ford_Explorer_11-20MY

[@Twobarpsi]

Good video!

[@manlyturdherder]

Thank you for the video.

[@joshhaney9769]

This is the video that I needed. I have a connector ordered just waiting. I was wondering though. Do you need to have your internet hooked up to your laptop/truck while doing this?

[@ricardosworkshop]

Nope. Just to download the program. No connection needed to modify any modules

[@joshhaney9769]

@@ricardosworkshop awsome. Thank you for the quick response. Just hoping the connector comes soon.

[@DuyTran-j3z]

I have 2020 expedition without trailer control, how can I enable engine temperature?

[@fccquoter19]

Ricardo, thank you so much. Great video. Do you by chance have a link for a 2013 Ford Escape Titanium?

[@dhdez1654]

Hello, Why do I have to use ForScan after upgrading from a 4” sync to 8” sync 3. The system has automatically updated to my Vin#. I am trying to understand the programing process and Thanks for all your educational videos.

[@reichberger]

Great video. Where do I go to get the spreadsheet for the module descriptions? I have a 2022 Maverick. Thanks

[@EricEvolving]

Great video brother, I subbed! Can you provide a link to the spreadsheet for a 2011 Ford Edge? Also, with Forscan can it tell me which parking sensor is bad? Can I program a key fob using Forscan (only have 1 with remote/push button start)?

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks Eric! I couldn't find a spreadsheet for '11 Edge. I dont think a sensor will generate an error code. And yes. You should be able to program a fob

[@pablonunez4528]

Boss will this program my drive mode on my base model mustang I’m asking because I changed out my radio and I don’t have drive mode

[@blacktalonsport1262]

Great video. How would I know what will be changed if a change is made? Is there some sort of explanation that pops up? I'd hate to change something and not know what changed

[@ricardosworkshop]

Nope. No explanation posp up. If uou follow the spreadsheet, you shiild be fine. I always recommend backing up your original settings.

[@TimHesch]

I cannot get Forscan to recognize the vehicle. I get the "Unable to Identify the vehicle" while displaying "If PCM has a custom tune installed, please enter strategy/calibraton name or part number of FACTORY PCM (ex. 5L3A-12A650-AYH)" What is the Factory PCM # for a 2023 Ford Maverick?

[@MarkK01]

I have tried to have someone look up the spread sheet shet for a 2016 Ford Escape and he said there is not one for my vehicle. I guess that leaves me out so I will not go through the process of buying a adapter and get forscan software. Disappointing.

[@bhyche1616]

I have hyper flash dash turn signal but normal on the vehicle. Do you have a tutorial to correct the hyper flashing turn signal?

[@ricardosworkshop]

Interesting... I'll have to look in nto that. Checkout forscan.org too

[@slaphead1209]

hello Ricardos can you help me how to activate my navigation in my 2014 ford escape using ELM 327 with usb thanks

[@datmars1]

So I've gotten registered and went through the process of hooking it up to my 2017 f150 Lariat, but still unsure of how to use the spreadsheet with the codes. Can someone go into a better explanation? I wanted to change my DRLs, but apparently I can't really change mine as it is Canadian. I would like to have the auto fold mirrors and the open/close windows on the remote if I am able.

[@Loftikaz]

So once you finish i guess you click stop, then disconnect icon right?

[@ricardosworkshop]

Yes... stop and disconnect

[@calvintaylor2688]

Will this also enable you to use a new pcm installed in your car. The body control module dosnt recognise the new pcm

[@danielmccain8778]

I have 2014 f150 can I use for scan to program lights to blackout mode

[@mikes1127]

What should you do when it says No ELM found when your trying to connect to vehicle. I've double checked my connections, made sure it was switched to HS and the vehicle is on power mode. Thanks

[@ricardosworkshop]

It's probably the driver. Or bad connection.

[@senorbeige]

Thank you for posting! I’m trying to get codes to solve what I believe are throttle issues (limp mode) with my 2011 3.5 ecoboost-would I be able to use this ELM on an older model like mine?

[@newfie-dean5803]

Will this give you the same diagnostic capability as what the techs at the Ford dealership have or are there limitations for you?

[@floridawashservicesllc1789]

This must be why I have no got an email after trying to register. It said enter code but havent got an email.

[@willbeevor4555]

Please help!! I’ve disabled TPMS, the time/clock is now reading -:- on the steering wheel dash. Any ideas on how to fix this? Thanks

[@SureTexan]

Is there a way to have the doors unlocked when putting the truck in park? It's one of the only features I miss from GM trucks.

[@ricardosworkshop]

I haven't seen this but ill look into it. Thanks!

[@SureTexan]

@@ricardosworkshop thank you!

[@johnbragg2690]

I had a question did some mods now my bms is going off how do I change percent on it so it won't turn off when updating truck. looked on forums. said how to disable. but not change percent. sorry for long post thanks for all ur videos

[@deerfield2004]

Hi Ricardo first of all thx for the info, could tell if u have any setup for nav, like people that have moved out of the US and want to change the GPS to Europe.Thank You F150 diesel 2019 sync3.4

[@ricardosworkshop]

Thanks Jose, i don't know about Europes maps witj sync 3. But you might find more info on forscan.org

[@jimmys5700]

Hi do you know if Forscan will program a climate control seat module on a 2003 Ford Expedition?

[@ricardosworkshop]

I'm not sure a 2003 will work. Sorry

[@JollyGreen79]

Probably asked and answered but does FORscan void my warranty? I just bought a 2011 F150 Ecoboost and a 3/36 warranty. I can certainly see the major pluses to FORscan but the one negative that would be a deal breaker would be if it voided my warranty. I've heard and read that making ANY changes to your vehicles computer will void the warranty especially if the failure leads back to whatever mod you did in the PCM/ECM. What's your experience with this? Anybody have any issues or successes dealing with your warranty?

[@explorationsrenovations5982]

Fantastic info Ricardo. Can FORscan be used to keep the SuperDuty mirror spot lites on regardless of speed? I’ve seen a video where I guy used a bumper wire to bypass this but I wondered if FORscan had an option to do that. Thanks.

[@ricardosworkshop]

Nope... FORScan can't do it but this will work... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKrYd6GFlNaZjcU

[@explorationsrenovations5982]

@@ricardosworkshop yep. That’s the one I saw. Thanks.

[@mlangfordcamper]

I have been watching your other videos now I need to order one of these thank for the info, will any of this invalidate warranty on my new truck

[@ricardosworkshop]

I've heard that it doesn't but you can always revert back to original.

[@brianhendricks5326]

Any links to brake bleeding?

[@AbsolutionArmament]

Hello, so I've been thinking of converting a F350 XL to have power windows and locks. There another guy on one of the forums that's physically converted all the doors and I guess the wiring harness under the dash was the same because of that. I also can't find a different part number for the same year on under dash wiring harnesses. That being said it sounds like the doors and everything are running through the BMS. Do you know if and where there is a setting in forscan to turn it on?

[@ernieramos5458]

I have a 2013 Hybrid C-Max and want to do a break bleed. Will forscan work with any other OBD!!?

[@sidr3657]

hi, thanks for the great video on where to begin. can I ask how good is Forscan with diagnostics? also could I service electronic parking brake with this kit? thank you

[@ricardosworkshop]

Hi Sid. I've heard of people using forscan for parking brake maintenance. It works great for DTC codes

[@sidr3657]

@@ricardosworkshop thanks for swift reply

[@BipolarEnt]

hopefully u still respond, what if i didnt know to save all and was doing my change to enable the keyless entry. it works but my horn goes off if i hit unlock too many times. i was watching another youtube vid and i think i didnt change the number correctly . wish i found your page first. anything i can do to get my default back