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Old Dec 14, 2013 | 09:00 PM
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Hello all,

I would like some input on a scan tool to use with my 06 F250 PSD. I already have an Android tablet to use. So, which software based systems are you using or would you recommend so that I may better diagnose problems if they should occur.

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Bruce
 
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Old Dec 14, 2013 | 09:14 PM
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Download Torque Pro in the Android Market and buy a Bluetooth ELM327 adapter and you will have a pretty good system.
 
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Old Dec 14, 2013 | 09:50 PM
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Okay. I will be able to see all of my sensors and do balance tests too? Thanks, B.
 
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Old Dec 14, 2013 | 09:57 PM
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You will be able to see all your sensors with it. Not sure about a balance test. You might need something like the Ford IDS or AutoEnginuity for that.
It will read and clear codes also.
 
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No If you want to run self test and indepth diagnostics you will nee an actual scan tool.
Auto engineuity is a good low cost laptop based software tool. The telephone apps are just monitors to read live data and can be used for some diagnostics but if you want to run self tests of sensors; power balance and others you will need a real bidirectional scan tool of some type.

The crem de la crem is Fords own IDS software but at $3000 or better a lil pricey for the novice.
 
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Old Dec 14, 2013 | 11:18 PM
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Yeah, 3000 bucks is WAY to much for me. Does AE work on Android? I guess I could go to their site and see huh, LOL. Bruce
 
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AE is software that you load on your computer.
 
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