Question about FORscan
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 962
Likes: 114
From: Middle TN
Question about FORscan
I have a 2015 F250 powerstroke, XLT with the base cluster. I would like to do some of the basics, like enable the dpf % PID in the cluster, and calibrate the speedometer to adjust for larger tires, (both are Ford sizes). I have read on here some threads on forscan and guess that the app is a free download, need to purchase the interface to plug into the trucks diagnostic port, then finally join the forscan forum to get unlock key??
Now, when I look on a site like Amazon, there are several different OBD adapters, some which work, and others people have had trouble with. Can someone tell me the model of adapter you have that works well, so I can buy the same model? Thanks!!
Now, when I look on a site like Amazon, there are several different OBD adapters, some which work, and others people have had trouble with. Can someone tell me the model of adapter you have that works well, so I can buy the same model? Thanks!!
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 6,748
Likes: 118
From: Tallassee, ALabama
Since I do not use any other app that needs wireless/bluetooth OBDII connection, I went with a USB connected OBDII adapter with the MS/HS switch that allows changes on both CAN bus.
If you are not planning on adding an app on a tablet or phone, I would recommend the USB connection for use with a laptop. They are relatively cheap and do not have an issue with timing problems as some cheap wireless adapters seem to have. You can get a USB adapter on eBay for less than $15.00. Most will need to be shipped from China.
Also, you need a laptop to perform a manual/stationary regen.
If you are not planning on adding an app on a tablet or phone, I would recommend the USB connection for use with a laptop. They are relatively cheap and do not have an issue with timing problems as some cheap wireless adapters seem to have. You can get a USB adapter on eBay for less than $15.00. Most will need to be shipped from China.
Also, you need a laptop to perform a manual/stationary regen.
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 962
Likes: 114
From: Middle TN
I bought this one and it works.
Can't tell you which ones to avoid
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Can't tell you which ones to avoid
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,902
Likes: 26
From: BA, OK
I have the same one painted horse uses. It is the one that is recommended by FORscan. If you feel the $80 MX adapter is out of line have a read at FORScan forum ? View forum - Adapters & Connection. There is a thread there with users posting the cheapest possible adapters that work with FORscan.
I didn't want to be bothered with the inconvenience of a cheap adapter not working and went straight for the one that works.
I didn't want to be bothered with the inconvenience of a cheap adapter not working and went straight for the one that works.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Caplax40
1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series
2
Jan 16, 2019 05:05 PM
Lightning LA
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
May 17, 2013 03:55 PM
