How to Reprogram a Ford PCM

How to Reprogram a Ford PCM

If you’ve purchased a reman Ford Powertrain Control Module (PCM) you may need to reprogram it before installing on the vehicle. This detailed video explains the steps required for proper installation.

NOTE: Replacement unit part numbers ending in “F” means the module must be Flash programmed with the correct calibration programmable parameters and VIN
**Make sure to have all tools needed to program including a PC with internet connection and a Ford approved J 2354 tool or Ford vehicle communications module (0:36)
**A subscription to the Ford module programming applications for the J 2354 tool or integrated diagnostic software is also need (0:42)
**We recommend connecting a battery charger to the vehicle during programming or learning procedures (0:57)

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Jalil Sam says:

hi hav pcm ford ranger 2004 plz

Jonathan-Emily Powell says:

What a rip-off! I can't afford all these tools and software thanks Ford

joseluis ciriaco durand says:

muy interesante

rhino11us says:

I bought a junkyard pcm same part number. Can i just swap?

Ethan Lamoureux says:

Having a Ford vehicle with all the computers locked, where you need a subscription to proprietary Ford software, as well as a special Ford programming tool, is like having a vehicle with a lock on the hood, and only the dealer has the key. What I would like to know is, how can I do this without paying Ford anything? You can buy a programming tool on Ebay for less than $50 that will allow communication with many different vehicle computer systems, but it doesn’t support most Ford vehicles. You can also get open source software to reprogram your system to tune it for better performance or just to control it your own way. Why does this not work with my Ford? Looking at https://scantoolresource.com/ford-scan-tool/ I find that a Ford VCM II costs $1,499.99 from the Ford Rotunda, while the required software subscription costs $49.95 for 2 day access, or up to $849.00 for a year. And this only allows one PC to use the software, and it is locked to that particular PC. It’s obvious that Ford does not want shadetree mechanics to work on their own cars. Access to the computer systems is more important with every new model year. So what are we supposed to do?

Gabriel says:

I've ECU programmed my Ford Ranger 3.2 and it went from 200 to 270 horsepower and it even had the fuel consumption reduced I'm very impressed

mazhar Khan says:

Sir price for original vcm2 software and hardware send me ditels please

Timothy Lowe says:

Can I possibly change some parameters on it, different than what it calls for like tune it to my engine with performance upgrades?

Narno Ae says:

what should be online

John Emerson says:

Awesome very thorough

Darrell Palmer says:

Thank you it worked
100%

Vegas Slots Live! says:

Ford is such a ripoff. Have to have a subscription. People wouldn’t need to reprogram anything if they made things right the first time

Can you imagine buying a computer and then dell making people pay a monthly subscription fee to install software updates? Give me a break

Martin Martin says:

como desinmobilizar ecu sme-101

Dan Downes says:

I have an 04 f150 5.4 truck that someone put an 05 4.6 in, also a used pcm that they apparently programmed the keys to. My problem is that the computer is looking for vct's that this engine doesn't have and the symptoms are like they are stuck. Can this be reprogrammed to delete vct's?

Bob Barker says:

I need my computer programs to handle the extra power and I can't find anywhere to program it

Bob Barker says:

All this work on a 95 model

napasin says:

I have an enquiry for the pcm. I use ford explorer 1997 v6 SOHC. I have a failure on ignition system. So, I ordered a second hand pcm with the same number, but it is from v6 OHV. Will it be a problem? Now, the engine is running good but I am not sure for the transmission program. Will it be the same? Many thanks in advance for your advice.

Carson Davis says:

Is it possible to copy a pcm to a different one? I am doing an engine swap from a 1993 5.8 l v8 f250 xlt to a 2001 3.8 l v6 mustang. Id much rather just reprogram it than redo all of the wiring.

Lyan Seraj says:

I m interesting in programming clases ?do you offer training classes

eccentric Aquarius says:

Can you please explain the last 3 alphabet digits on the 05 mustang ecu id codes??

ibrahim wasiu says:

Hi pls I have problem with my Ford Windstar my mechanic sparked wire from radiator side and the car refused to crank all lights was so normal in dashboard .pls help me .

62 BOSTON MA North East Corner says:

DP-TUNERS.COM THEY WILL FLASH YOUR PCM AND MAKE IT RUN LIKE A NEW TRUCK I DID MY 7.3

الحلول المتكامله للتجاره says:

thanks very good video
can use used PCM for Ford 08 Explorer or must be new pcm ?
do i have to do security programing if it is type C pats?

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