# Information **URL:** https://community.cyanlabs.net/c/ford/information/21.md [Latest](https://community.cyanlabs.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cyanlabs.net/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cyanlabs.net/tags.md) --- ## [FORScan Resources](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-resources/4044)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [7 November 2021 03:48 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-resources/4044 "2021-11-07T03:48:34Z")
FORScan Tutorial Links FORScan Tutorial (Livinitup - F150Forum/F150Gen14) Modifying Firmware: Updating Module Firmware with FORScan, Program Guide Revised 09/2021 Updating APIM Firmware (Calibration Files) (Louage - … --- ## [External Resources](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/external-resources/5506)
**Author:** [@CyanLabs](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/CyanLabs)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [3 July 2022 10:29 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/external-resources/5506 "2022-07-03T10:29:48Z")
FORScan: Link to FORScan Programming Guide FORScan Forum - FORScan Downloads Contact Us (forscan.org) FORScan Resources - CyanLabs OBD Adapters: ScanTool OBDLink Vgate (vgatemall.com) Ford Service Info: Factory … --- ## [FAQ / Common Issues Thread (READ THIS BEFORE POSTING!)](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/faq-common-issues-thread-read-this-before-posting/18)
**Author:** [@Louage](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/Louage)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [20 May 2020 16:58 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/faq-common-issues-thread-read-this-before-posting/18 "2020-05-20T16:58:47Z")
Moved to --- ## [ScanTool OBDLink EX Firmware Notice - Version 5.13.0/5.13.1 Available](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/scantool-obdlink-ex-firmware-notice-version-5-13-0-5-13-1-available/27590)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [19 August 2026 01:50 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/scantool-obdlink-ex-firmware-notice-version-5-13-0-5-13-1-available/27590 "2026-08-19T01:50:15Z")
Version 5.13.0 Release Date: June 11, 2026 Level of Importance: Recommended Download This release fixed a bug: Fixed an issue where “ATSW 00” didn’t disable keep-alives unless issued after the protocol was opened T… --- ## [ScanTool OBDLink MX+ Firmware Notice - Version 5.13.0/5.13.1 Available](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/scantool-obdlink-mx-firmware-notice-version-5-13-0-5-13-1-available/27238)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [19 July 2026 19:35 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/scantool-obdlink-mx-firmware-notice-version-5-13-0-5-13-1-available/27238 "2026-07-19T19:35:21Z")
Latest Version 5.13.0 Release Date: June 11, 2026 Level of Importance: Recommended Download This release fixed a bug: Fixed an issue where “ATSW 00” didn’t disable keep-alives unless issued after the protocol was op… --- ## [FORScan 2.3.71 Released 2026-05-08](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-2-3-71-released-2026-05-08/26313)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [16 May 2026 02:07 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-2-3-71-released-2026-05-08/26313 "2026-05-16T02:07:03Z")
FORScan 2.3.71 Released 2026-05-08 2.3.71 release, 2026-05-08 (download) Added feature Vehicle database update DPF/DPS service functions for: Focus Mk3.5 1.6 TDCi StgV 2015 model year Service function ABS “ABS Ser… --- ## [FORScan Software Version 2.4.x Releases and Information, 2.4.22 beta, 2026-02-07](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-software-version-2-4-x-releases-and-information-2-4-22-beta-2026-02-07/4043)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [11 November 2025 10:00 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-software-version-2-4-x-releases-and-information-2-4-22-beta-2026-02-07/4043 "2025-11-11T10:00:00Z")
Added notes below for purchasing the Extended License. FORScan 2.4.22 is a public release. Changelog (full change history can be found in FORScan.Changelog.2.4.txt available in the FORScan installation folder): 2.4.22… --- ## [APIM: Sync 2 & Sync 3 AsBuilt Feature Content](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-sync-2-sync-3-asbuilt-feature-content/7125)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [12 December 2022 21:43 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-sync-2-sync-3-asbuilt-feature-content/7125 "2022-12-12T21:43:54Z")
Sync 2 & Sync 3 AsBuilt Feature Content Sync 2 AsBuilt Feature Content NOTE: This listing is based on the latest version: Sync 2 v3.10. Name Address Byte Value 10 Minute Clock (MC) 7D0-01-01 xx\*\*-xxxx-xxxx 36… --- ## [TSB 24-2182: SYNC 3 - Various SYNC Symptoms](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/tsb-24-2182-sync-3-various-sync-symptoms/20826)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [10 April 2025 20:58 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/tsb-24-2182-sync-3-various-sync-symptoms/20826 "2025-04-10T20:58:28Z")
TSB 24-2182: SYNC 3 - Various SYNC Symptoms Summary This bulletin supersedes 23-2307. Reason for update: Service Procedure and vehicle model years affected. Issue Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Naut… --- ## [FORScan Licensing Sales and Support, February 20, 2025 - Another partner has launched license sales](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-licensing-sales-and-support-february-20-2025-another-partner-has-launched-license-sales/4618)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [25 December 2024 21:27 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-licensing-sales-and-support-february-20-2025-another-partner-has-launched-license-sales/4618 "2024-12-25T21:27:08Z")
FYI: please no political, anti-war, etc., statements/comments about the following in this thread What’s new in FORScan… February 20, 2025 - Another partner has launched license sales AKM Softwre is offering their serv… --- ## [SiriusXM X40 Upgrade with X40 Capable ACM in Sync 3 Equipped North America Ford/Lincoln vehicles](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/siriusxm-x40-upgrade-with-x40-capable-acm-in-sync-3-equipped-north-america-ford-lincoln-vehicles/15555)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [24 October 2024 19:38 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/siriusxm-x40-upgrade-with-x40-capable-acm-in-sync-3-equipped-north-america-ford-lincoln-vehicles/15555 "2024-10-24T19:38:02Z")
SiriusXM X40 Upgrade with X40 Capable ACM in Sync 3 Equipped North America Ford/Lincoln vehicles. Read this document fully before starting any actions. It is your responsibility to follow the instructions as outlined be… --- ## [Disabling AM Source on Sync 3.4](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/disabling-am-source-on-sync-3-4/13047)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [1 March 2024 18:33 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/disabling-am-source-on-sync-3-4/13047 "2024-03-01T18:33:13Z")
I’m posting the link for this here because I have had more than a few people ask about removing AM from the Sync menu. You must have the latest APIM Module Calibration – 1U5T-14G374-EM. Disabling AM Source on Sync 3.4 -… --- ## [Ford APIM Programming Guidelines](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/ford-apim-programming-guidelines/13020)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [28 February 2024 20:13 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/ford-apim-programming-guidelines/13020 "2024-02-28T20:13:02Z")
Ford APIM Programming Guidelines Battery Charging and Condition It is recommended to install a battery charger when performing programming steps. Low/poor battery voltage during APIM programming will induce various SYN… --- ## [APIM Sync Settings Not Saving, VER\_ERR08 Errors, Cannot Perform Master Reset or Upgrades/Updates (Solved)](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-sync-settings-not-saving-ver-err08-errors-cannot-perform-master-reset-or-upgrades-updates-solved/8858)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [24 April 2023 17:08 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-sync-settings-not-saving-ver-err08-errors-cannot-perform-master-reset-or-upgrades-updates-solved/8858 "2023-04-24T17:08:12Z")
APIM Sync Settings Not Saving, VER\_ERR08 Errors, Cannot Perform Master Reset or Upgrades/Updates. General If you are experiencing APIM Sync settings that are not saving, cannot perform a Master Reset or upgrades/updates … --- ## [BGMAP\_ERR01 – Error is BGMAP\_ERROR](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/bgmap-err01-error-is-bgmap-error/8834)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [23 April 2023 19:46 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/bgmap-err01-error-is-bgmap-error/8834 "2023-04-23T19:46:54Z")
BGMAP\_ERR01 – Error is BGMAP\_ERROR This error is usually associated with the Ford published map installation packages. The most common reason you might get this error message is either the USB was pulled before the inst… --- ## [FORScan Software Version 2.4.x Support Requests](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-software-version-2-4-x-support-requests/3887)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [13 October 2021 02:50 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-software-version-2-4-x-support-requests/3887 "2021-10-13T02:50:07Z")
Support Request Product: FORScan for Windows - paid Extended License Support Request (forscan.org) To download FORScan 2.4.x, please see the appropriate thread in the FORScan Forum. FORScan v2.4.6 beta - FORScan foru… --- ## [SYNC Hard and Soft/Master/Factory Resets, All SYNC Versions](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-hard-and-soft-master-factory-resets-all-sync-versions/8308)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [13 March 2023 20:50 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-hard-and-soft-master-factory-resets-all-sync-versions/8308 "2023-03-13T20:50:47Z")
SYNC Hard and Soft/Master/Factory Resets. All SYNC Versions. Types of Resets Soft Reset - Resets the module with no loss of settings or data - normal shutdown and restart. Hard Reset - Resets the module with no loss of … --- ## [Sync 3.4 Mobile Apps Cannot Be Enabled](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-3-4-mobile-apps-cannot-be-enabled/8306)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [13 March 2023 19:56 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-3-4-mobile-apps-cannot-be-enabled/8306 "2023-03-13T19:56:19Z")
Sync 3.4 Mobile Apps Cannot Be Enabled. If you have updated your Sync 3 system lately you may notice in System Settings/Mobile Apps tab that the “Enable Mobile Apps” toggle greyed out and apps can only be enabled over U… --- ## [SYNC In-Vehicle Software Update (IVSU) File Naming Convention](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-in-vehicle-software-update-ivsu-file-naming-convention/5579)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [12 July 2022 22:28 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-in-vehicle-software-update-ivsu-file-naming-convention/5579 "2022-07-12T22:28:14Z")
SYNC In-Vehicle Software Update (IVSU) File Naming Convention As with the standard Ford part number format, the part numbers for the Sync application software, voice, navigation, and other files are formatted into 3 sect… --- ## [Updating Firmware and Initial Setup – Vgate vLinker FS in FORScan](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-firmware-and-initial-setup-vgate-vlinker-fs-in-forscan/5539)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [6 July 2022 21:14 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-firmware-and-initial-setup-vgate-vlinker-fs-in-forscan/5539 "2022-07-06T21:14:14Z")
Updating Firmware and Initial Setup – Vgate vLinker FS in FORScan. NOTE: Before using your Vgate vLinker FS for the first time with FORScan, you must install the latest FTDI Virtual COM Port Drivers and update the adapte… --- ## [FORScan Supported Adapters, Protocols, and Platforms](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-supported-adapters-protocols-and-platforms/5487)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [30 June 2022 22:08 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/forscan-supported-adapters-protocols-and-platforms/5487 "2022-06-30T22:08:50Z")
FORScan Supported Adapters, Protocols, and Platforms NOTE: This information is an excerpt from the FORScan home page. FORScan Home Supported adapters: OBDLink EX USB, recommended USB adapter for Windows version of F… --- ## [Updating Firmware and Initial Setup – OBDLink EX FTDI Drivers in FORScan](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-firmware-and-initial-setup-obdlink-ex-ftdi-drivers-in-forscan/5374)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [8 June 2022 23:28 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-firmware-and-initial-setup-obdlink-ex-ftdi-drivers-in-forscan/5374 "2022-06-08T23:28:10Z")
Updating Firmware and Initial Setup – OBDLink EX FTDI Drivers in FORScan. NOTE: Before using your OBDLINK EX for the first time with FORScan, you must install the latest FTDI Virtual COM Port Drivers and update the adapt… --- ## [APIM Firmware Flash Rescue](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-firmware-flash-rescue/4691)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [21 March 2022 22:04 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-firmware-flash-rescue/4691 "2022-03-21T22:04:41Z")
APIM Firmware Flash Rescue Read this document fully before starting any actions. It is your responsibility to follow the instructions as outlined below. This document applies to 2016 thru 2019 (G, H, J, K) APIM’s only. … --- ## [APIM Firmware Flash Order and Region Information](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-firmware-flash-order-and-region-information/4688)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [21 March 2022 20:39 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-firmware-flash-order-and-region-information/4688 "2022-03-21T20:39:18Z")
APIM Firmware Flash Order and Region Information This is the correct order to flash the APIM firmware: GB5T-14G376-AA.vbf (Secondary Boot Loader) //Mandatory xxxx-14G374-\*\*.vbf (Direct Config Configuration/Strategy (F1… --- ## [APIM Firmware Production Releases](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-firmware-production-releases/4686)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [21 March 2022 20:16 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/apim-firmware-production-releases/4686 "2022-03-21T20:16:05Z")
Sync 3 APIM Firmware Production Releases (NA) NOTE: This listing is representative of the production release files for North America. Use the Calibration File Region listing below to determine the proper -14G375- calibra… --- ## [Media Hub, CarPlay Compatible - 2015-2020 Ford/Lincoln - SYNC 3](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/media-hub-carplay-compatible-2015-2020-ford-lincoln-sync-3/4683)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [21 March 2022 18:46 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/media-hub-carplay-compatible-2015-2020-ford-lincoln-sync-3/4683 "2022-03-21T18:46:06Z")
Ford and Lincoln USB Module Interface Parts Listing: HC3Z-19A387-\* HC3Z-19A387-B (BLUE BACKLIGHTING) Ford (Wide 2 USB-A Port) HC3Z-19A387-D (BLUE BACKLIGHTING) Ford (Wide 2 USB-A Port) HC3Z-19A387-E (BLUE BACKLIGHTING… --- ## [SYNC IVSU Naming Convention](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-ivsu-naming-convention/4047)
**Author:** [@CyanLabs](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/CyanLabs)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [7 November 2021 12:04 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/sync-ivsu-naming-convention/4047 "2021-11-07T12:04:03Z")
Here is a example of how the file naming scheme is #A#A-14G###-AA # = Number / A = Letter The first 4 characters appear to be the year it was released and model it was released for, with 5U5T being the newest currentl… --- ## [Updating Module Firmware with FORScan, Program Guide Revised 09/2021](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-module-firmware-with-forscan-program-guide-revised-09-2021/3844)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [2 October 2021 19:24 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-module-firmware-with-forscan-program-guide-revised-09-2021/3844 "2021-10-02T19:24:38Z")
Updating Module Firmware with FORScan, Program Guide Revised 09/2021 Revised Sep 05, 2021 Link to Programming Guide If you are using FORScan to program firmware and you have not read the Program Guide completely, you … --- ## [ScanTool OBDLink MX Bluetooth Discontinued/Firmware Notice - Ver. 5.6.19 Available](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/scantool-obdlink-mx-bluetooth-discontinued-firmware-notice-ver-5-6-19-available/3633)
**Author:** [@F150Chief](https://community.cyanlabs.net/u/F150Chief)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [14 August 2021 03:58 UTC](https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/scantool-obdlink-mx-bluetooth-discontinued-firmware-notice-ver-5-6-19-available/3633 "2021-08-14T03:58:14Z")
OBDLink MX Bluetooth Discontinued The OBDLink MX Bluetooth has been discontinued and is no longer for sale. It has been superseded by the OBDLink MX+. The MX Bluetooth will continue to be supported and receive bug fixes…