Description:

 

Original Ford VCM 3 (Part No. 164R9865) diagnostic scanner works with the Ford IDS diagnostics application running on a PC to diagnose Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. It gives full dealer level 16-pin OBD-II diagnostic and reprogramming capability. Ford VCM 3 offers authentic OEM diagnostics for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Customer Flight Recorder (CFR) functionality with an optional pendant cable Industry standardized J1962 Data Link Connector (DLC) and USB cables. Four LED indicators and signaling device providing the technician with continuous visual as well as audible operating status. 

 

Enhanced 802.11 wireless that minimizes dependencies on service department wireless capability infrastructure improved durability SmartPower Management system to protect the VCM 3 in extreme environments integration with Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS). 

 

New wireless software integrated with IDS installation package. Wireless functionality preferred for all IDS functions including module reprogramming. USB wired connections are only required to update the VCM 3 loaded code and to set up the VCM 3 to function as a (Customer Flight Recorder) CFR.

 

Ford Vehicle Communication Module 3 (VCM 3) is an interface communicates with Ford / Lincoln / Mercury vehicles via the 16-pin OBD2 diagnostic port. An IDS software license subscription (sold separately) provides access to the software which uses the VCM 3 hardware to perform vehicle diagnostics.

 

Manufacturer: Made In Germany by Bosch GmbH

Laptop with Ford IDS Software (Optional):

 

Packing List:

 

Ford VCM3 Interface (Part No. 164-R9865)

DLC Cable

USB Type-B Cable

Wireless Adapter

User Manual
Panasonic CF53 with Ford IDS Software V130.04 (optional)

Packing Box