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Mar 1, 2008 | 03:36 PM

airdog1

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PCM calibration issues

<HR style="COLOR: #666666" SIZE=1><TABLE><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top width="100%">Hi guys - just wondering - does anyone know where I can find more info on Ford factory PCM reflashes? I am a tech at a Mazda dealer and I had plugged my IDS scanner into my truck (2004 F150 5.4 Supercrew FX4) and found I had access to everything. I was able to access all the modules on the truck, retrieve my factory keyless entry door code, and even program new ignition keys. I even reprogrammed my PCM with the latest Ford factory updates! I know that Mazda uses the same diagnostic equipment as Ford and I'm surprised to see that I had access to Ford calibration files.

Anyway, here are the updates I put in:

04-21-14
05-05-15

I suspect these first two refer to T.S.B.'s

SSM17261
SSM17305
SSM17308
SSM17483
SSM17513
SSM17646
SSM17666

These 7 I don't know what they are - any help would be appreciated!

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Mar 1, 2008 | 10:25 PM

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Calibrations are usually digit codes, mine is BVR2. I don't know what those are, but updates are very common on the diesel and not unheard of on gasoline engines. While you can do a lot of cool diagnostics, I don't think there is much performance you can play with on dealership software.

However, you have the J2534 pass thru interface and that's a great thing. Check out Moates.com and some other webpages for tuning and ideas of what you can do with that interface.

Mar 1, 2008 | 11:06 PM

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TSB 04-21-14 refers to "Hesitation during accel and/or erratic idle coming to a stop"
TSB 05-05-15 refers to "Rough Idle - 5.4L and 4.6L"

I couldn't get any information on the SSM's because the server is down for maintenance. I'll look tomorrow afternoon and see what I can find for you.

As for the Mazda tool, it's the same as the Ford tool. For all intents and purposes, Ford and Mazda are the same company. Ford scan-tools have been able to reprogram Mazdas since back to the days of the Hickok.

Take care.

Bill

Mar 2, 2008 | 03:48 PM

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Bill,
Thanks for your help. Its greatly appreciated! The truck is new to me, and it's nice to see that I can access the different systems when stuff goes wrong. If you could get the info on the SSM's that would be great. If you ever need any info on Mazdas I would love to be able to return the favor.

Mar 2, 2008 | 04:01 PM

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Bill,
just checked out your website - do you have anyone distributing your product in Canada? I'd love to get more info if you are looking for distributors.

Mar 2, 2008 | 04:19 PM

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We are currently in the process of outlining a Distributor Program that would provide opportunities for small companies and performance shops to be able to provide tuning services and products.

This is especially a good deal for Canadians because of the lower costs of purchasing unprogrammed products at jobber pricing and then upcharging on that end. This keeps the import duties to a minimum.

I have several people interested in distributorship. If you would like, please e-mail your company information and I will contact you with details.

Take care.

Mar 9, 2008 | 07:09 PM

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What does the SSM stand for ? They are updates that go along with the TSB reflashes..?

What all SSM's updates are included with the reflash.. TSB ROUGH IDLE 05-5-15...