Anyone have a 08-10 and ForScan and can help me?
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5th Wheeling
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Anyone have a 08-10 and ForScan and can help me?
Hey all — working on a custom instrument cluster install in my van and need some data from a stock vehicle. If you have a 2008-2010 F-250, F-350, or E-Series van and a FORScan adapter.
Here's what to do:
I'm trying to replicate the SJB's dimming signal in a standalone CAN translator box so the cluster backlight can be controlled without the stock SJB present. The actual data values are all I need — won't take long if you have the hardware. Thanks!
Here's what to do:
- Connect FORScan to your truck/van with the key in the RUN position or engine running
- When FORScan scans the modules, select SJB (Smart Junction Box)
- Go to the Parameters or PIDs list for the SJB
- Look for anything related to panel lamps, dimming, ILC, or instrument lighting
- While watching that parameter in FORScan, slowly turn your dash dimmer **** from minimum to maximum brightness
- Tell me the exact parameter name and the raw hex values at minimum and maximum dimmer positions (there's usually a toggle in FORScan to show raw hex — turn that on if you can)
I'm trying to replicate the SJB's dimming signal in a standalone CAN translator box so the cluster backlight can be controlled without the stock SJB present. The actual data values are all I need — won't take long if you have the hardware. Thanks!
3rd Gear
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I have a 2010. I'll try this but the '09 & '10 models have less access to certain parameters than '11 and up.
It may take a couple days and if I haven't responded in a week kick a reminder over to me. I just acquired a non running jeep and that's all I'm thinking about currently. Sometimes I forget back burner items.
It may take a couple days and if I haven't responded in a week kick a reminder over to me. I just acquired a non running jeep and that's all I'm thinking about currently. Sometimes I forget back burner items.
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