Ford Vehicle Communication Module 3 Genuine Original Ford OEM diagnostic scan tool that works with the Ford IDS diagnostics application running on a PC to diagnose Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Ford and VCM II are used under license from Ford Motor Company.
Why are original OEM Diagnostic tools are required?
Multi make diagnostic tools all have their limitations, increasingly control units require reprogram/Updates/Re-Flash of ECU’s with the latest software from the vehicle manufacture, for this operation only an Original OEM or approved Pass-thru tool is required.
Save time and make money by investing in this level of tooling, it will Increasing your workshop footfall, customer loyalty and save many man hours, moving cars to mains dealers for repairs.
The VCM III Offers:
- Authentic OEM diagnostics for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles
- Customer Flight Recorder (CFR) functionality with an optional pendant cable
- Industry standardized J1962 Data Link Connector (DLC) and USB cables
- Four LED indicators and signaling device providing technician with continuous visual as well as audible operating status
- Enhanced 802.11 wireless that minimizes dependencies on service department wireless capability infrastructure
Improved durability - SmartPower Management system to protect the VCM II in extreme environments
Integration with IDS
- New wireless software integrated with IDS installation package
- Wireless functionality preferred for all IDS functions including module reprogramming. USB wired connections are only required to update the VCM II loaded code and to set up the VCM II to function as a Customer Flight Recorder
- CFR option added to provide legacy and future vehicle coverage
Tech Specs
- Industry standardized J1962 Data Link Connector (DLC) and USB cables
- Four LED indicators and signaling device providing technician with continuous visual as well as audible operating status
- Enhanced 802.11 wireless that minimizes dependencies on service department wireless capability infrastructure
- SmartPower Management system
- New wireless software integrated with IDS installation package
- Wireless functionality
- USB wired connections are only required to update the VCM II loaded code and to set up the VCM II to function as a Customer Flight Recorder
- CFR option added to provide legacy and future vehicle coverage
- NOTE: VCM II can be used with any PC meeting the minimum specifications shown on www.motorcraftservice.com which also has a valid IDS software license subscription. IDS software licenses which are sold separately from the VCM II.
Vehicles Coverage
- VCM II will support all current Ford European production vehicles (including New Ka).
- Whilst every attempt has been made to support all legacy vehicles, the following previous models, due to their aging and unique vehicle protocols are not supported:
- Escort and Mondeo up to August 1996
- Galaxy up to February 2006
What’s Included?
- VCM III
- VCM to laptop cable
- USB wireless cards
- DLC cable
- Software license sold separately see link here or see buytoether page for discount
Product Overview:
IDS & GFDRS Vehicle Communication Module (VCM 3) Authentic IDS OEM diagnostics scan tool that works with the IDS & Etis diagnostics application running on a PC to diagnose vehicles. IDS and VCM 3 are used under license from Manufacturers Motor Company The VCM 3 Offers: Authentic OEM diagnostics for vehicles Customer Flight Recorder (CFR) functionality with an optional pendant cable Industry standardized J1962 Data Link Connector (DLC) and USB cables Four LED indicators and signaling device providing technician with continuous visual as well as audible operating status and selection buttons. Enhanced 802.11 wireless that minimizes dependencies on service department wireless capability infrastructure Improved durability SmartPower Management system to protect the VCM 3 in extreme environments. Integration with IDS: New wireless software integrated with IDS installation package Wireless functionality preferred for all IDS functions including module reprogramming. USB wired connections are only required to update the VCM 3 loaded code and to set up the VCM 3 to function as a Customer Flight Recorder. |
Be one of the first in Europe to upgrade to the all New! VCM 3 the predecessor to VCM 2.
FORD’S NEXT GENERATION DIAGNOSTIC INTERFACE SUPPORTS NEW CAN-FD PROTOCOLS. Vehicle Communication Module 3 (VCM3) The VCM3 communicates with Ford and Lincoln vehicles via the 16-pin diagnostic link. This device is the core of vehicle diagnostics. An IDS software license subscription (sold separately) provides access to the software which uses the VCM3 hardware to perform vehicle diagnostics. VCM3 Additional Capabilities The VCM3 is capable of communicating on the J1708 in addition to the J1939 network which allows diagnostics on Medium Duty Trucks when used with the Rotunda Medium Duty Truck DLC adapter 164-R9860 and manufacturer specific software. The VCMII and VCMM are only capable of communication on the J1939 network when used with the DLC adapter. The VCM3 is capable of performing module reprogramming at increased speeds on soon to be released vehicles equipped with the new CAN-FD network. A power backup capacitor has been added which will keep the VCM3 powered up and communicating during low voltage conditions such as starting. |