ECU module programming guide using FDRS

[Mike G]

I saw that, but as far as software updates go you'd think it's a matter of it either works or it doesn't and not that "best results" could mean we'll brick certain functionality if you don't use a VCM3.

I know that the VCM 3 is a lot faster than a VCM 2 or a comparable J2534 device like the Mongoose + Ford, or Bosch Master Tech. I believe what they are trying to tell the techs is that if you have a VCM 3 in the shop, put down the VCM 2, and go get the VCM 3 out of the cabinet because this will be faster using that. I don't think the issue is whether or not the success rate of the update will be impacted....it's just a lot faster.

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[Mike G]

I did this update a few weeks ago, but I do not use the mongoose. I have had no issues with blue Cruise! I used this:

I have purchased this in the meantime:

I don’t know if the work around is to use one of these for the fix but if it is, I would be willing to try to help anyone in the DFW area.

So what's the IPMA update time using the Master Tech II?

Same as a VCM II?

 

[Scorpio3d]

So what's the IPMA update time using the Master Tech II?

Same as a VCM II?

It has the same specs as the VCM 3 So I would assume it is as fast as that, however I had already done all my updates with my Autel so I have no idea
I’ve never really been hoping that I had to do more updates but of course now I am so I can see how fast it is

 

[Scorpio3d]

Here are the specs of the Ford VCM 3 and the Bosch mastertech 2:

I think Bosch makes the Ford unit, but I am not positive.

 

[Riverant]

Oof. I’ll keep an eye out too. I updated mine on Tuesday and everything is still working as far as I can tell.

I’m relieved to report my blue cruise worked perfectly on my commute this morning, only disengaging as expected near toll transponder readers. Definitely noticed a smoother experience with 1.4 and zero unnecessary nags (I did do a driver alertness calibration).

I don’t remember the order I applied updates but I’m happy to share my VIN with anyone that wants to use it as research.

 

[Pitbull2o08]

I’m relieved to report my blue cruise worked perfectly on my commute this morning, only disengaging as expected near toll transponder readers. Definitely noticed a smoother experience with 1.4 and zero unnecessary nags (I did do a driver alertness calibration).

I don’t remember the order I applied updates but I’m happy to share my VIN with anyone that wants to use it as research.

Yeah we need to find out what you guys are doing right. You also used the mongoose?

 

[Riverant]

Yeah we need to find out what you guys are doing right. You also used the mongoose?

Yes. Mongoose

 

[Warp Asylum]

I've used BlueCruise on a couple of short drives and a longer commute drive this morning, and so far it's still working (knock on wood!).

I used a mongoose as well.

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