This update should be possible. I noticed the internet connection is missing and communication errors. What adapter are you using? If BT, it will not work.
EDIT: Let’s add some context to the issue…at FMods.net you posted:
I used OBDlink EX, the APIM firmware update process still be interrupted at 4%.
could you tell me which is the correct forscan folder? I put VBF files in the default folder when I clik the browse button “C:\Users\Txf\Documents\CalibrationFiles”.
2.4.5 beta3 is the latest version which I can find.
I tried this version (V2.4.6 test20220129) but still can not work. The same issue, I don’t know whether it is the situation that you listed in the reply that some Chinese APIM can not update the firmware, or just because my VBF file is not fit. I got these VBF in autohome which used for Everrst APIM firmware update through UCDS.
I am very appreciate if you can share a suitable firmware files, I want to try the last time.
My vehicle is Ford Focus 2018 (2019MY), 1.5L, China No Navigation. APIM part number is 3U5T-14G371-BEE.
Make sure your OBDLink EX has the proper drivers. ScanTool.net, LLC - Firmware Updates for OBDLink EX
Also review this post about adapter performance. USB adapters performance optimization - FORScan forum
The documents path is fine, but FORScan works better with Windows 10 rather than 7 due to improved usb performance and handling, and a bit more…
I agree with the comments at FMods, that it cannot even load the SBL to start the flashing procedure that it may be a FORScan issue. But I think it is a setup issue with FORScan, not the program itself. I have used these versions and the OBDLink EX to flash APIM’s without issue.
You should be using the 1U5T-14G375-CA version for China NON-NAV. -DA is for NAV.
My vehicle is Ford Focus 2018 (2019MY), 1.5L, China No Navigation. APIM part number is 3U5T-14G371-BEE.
Is this the original APIM in the vehicle?
So, make sure the FORScan and adapter installation and drivers are good first. Don’t just assume they are. Make sure that the speed can increase to 500Kbs.
I’d like to know if there’s sometthing to be updated in my '18 Ford Fusion Hybrid APIM. It’s thr export version for the Brazilian market. Also, I’d like to know what version it is, 18 or 18.5. Forscan reports it like this:
In case of a possible update, what files should I replace and for what version?
Is it correct that I have to update the files one by one?
Thanks for your advice and share.
I used the OBDlink EX with usb port, update OBDlink EX firmware to the latest version.
I set the adapter setting and showed that min delay was 3ms, excellent.
It is the original APIM in the vehicle.
I will try it again.
Hopefully a quick question: But has the guidance changed on the success rates or processes to update the older G series APIMs?
Looks like some potential theories are being tested on enabling the connectivity/FordPass menus enabled in the 7D0-08-xx blocks for the 4G TCU upgrades on PHEVs. Currently my C-Max has a G series APIM and just thinking/planning ahead if the calibration updates are going to be possible or if I would need to splurge for an H series or newer.
The modem you have does not support very much. It’s not the same as the J series modems and up. I do not think that will go very far other than supporting the stuff Ford left out of the hybrid monitoring, which was the 2 items noted.
However, if the ‘testing’ turns out to be real, and there are features to be had, then I would just upgrade the APIM rather than trying to update the firmware, especially on a G series.
There is no need to update the APIM to MY18.5 for any Sync 3 features that your hardware can support. But if you want to upgrade the firmware to support Calm Screen, etc., then below is your option. I don’t know what country you are in or if you have a NAV equipped unit. See this for more info: APIM Firmware Production Releases - Ford APIM - Docs - CyanLabs Official Community
This looks to be what you have now:
3.0 APIM NAV Unit Firmware (Production Release, 2016-Early 2017, G-Early H Series)
GB5T-14G376-AA
GB5T-14G374-CA or GB5T-14G374-CB
GB5T-14G375-DA or GB5T-14G375-FA (GB5T-14G375-CA NON-NAV)
GB5T-14G379-AA
GB5T-14G379-BA
You can safely go to:
3.0 APIM NAV & NON-NAV Unit Firmware (Production Release, 2017-Pre-2018.5, H-Early J Series)
(Originally Found On 2017/Early 2018 Units That Ship with 2 USB Ports on Back)
GB5T-14G376-AA
HB5T-14G374-CA
HB5T-14G375-DA or HB5T-14G375-FA (HB5T-14G375-CA NON-NAV)
GB5T-14G379-AA
HB5T-14G379-BA
Is there a particular reason you need to upgrade to MY18.5+ firmware?
I followed the instructions, but because of what is happening in Ukraine and Russia I am unable to buy the full version only the trial for 2 months. The only update that was found was for js7t-14G3771-KHG, but it won’t download.
I know when I was doing some calibration updates on my C-Max (specifically the TCU, a 2.5h process and definitely needing a battery charger), my charger was hovering around 7-9 amps, periodically spiking up to 12 or so. This was with the rest of the vehicle ‘powered down’ as part of the flashing process. Depending on the length of the flashing process and age of your battery, something in the 5-10 amp range should be fine I’d think.
It’s an older Schumacher automotive charger/starter. I’ve had it for 30 plus years. Still works great. The new ones can charge 4 different lead acid battery types specifically and have variable charge rates for each, plus the starter capability, run about $100 US. (Amazon, etc.)
Mine was just a (relatively) cheap Everstart unit from Walmart here. Basically the cheapest they actually had on the shelf and had enough amperage for the job. 15 amps/40amp engine start. About $55 USD. It did this job just fine and is another tool in my kit should I need it in the future.
I have a 2017 C-Max Energi with NAV. It has an H APIM (part number:: HP5T-14G371-CAG, hardware number: HP5T-14G380-BA), running G-level firmware:
SBL: GB5T-14G376-AA
Strategy: GB5T-14G374-CB
Calibration: GB5T-14G375-CA
Sound Profiles: GB5T-14G379-AA
Illumination Strategy is blank (Is it normal that my APIM has no Illumination Strategy shown? )
From reading some of the previous posts, it sounds like I could go to:
3.0 APIM NAV & NON-NAV Unit Firmware (Production Release, 2017-Pre-2018.5, H-Early J Series)
(Originally Found On 2017/Early 2018 Units That Ship with 2 USB Ports on Back)
GB5T-14G376-AA
HB5T-14G374-CA
HB5T-14G375-DA or HB5T-14G375-FA (HB5T-14G375-CA NON-NAV)
GB5T-14G379-AA
HB5T-14G379-BA
I do have an OBDLink EX that I used successfully to flash an HJ5T-14G087-UF TCU to -UM (like all Energi vehicles my car previously had a 3G TCU on MyFordMobile). I have a 6Amp charger and Forscan 2.4.5 beta3. I do not have a paid license and it sounds like there is no way to obtain one for the time being. But I had no problems flashing my TCU using my trial license, so hopeful I can flash the APIM too.
The production files should work without issue and are safe. Updating further would probably not give you any newer features. Is there something specific you are looking for?
