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I'm going to do some FORScan stuffs over the weekend, so if there are not any updates I'll chime in with the current 'free license' or whatever is going on. I know my last free trial has expired since I've used it.

Too bad I just got a used laptop that was supposedly running on a battery with more than 70% capacity, but it dies in less than 30 minutes while just sitting there without any apps open, ROFL!. It's puffed and I can source a new one, but haven't yet. So I'm a bit screwed with how much/long I can toy around in the car, but I will at least update the license portion once I get to it.
 
Hey everyone. I am unable go get into the bcm (main) and keep getting this error:
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I have tried a bunch of different sites but they seem to all now require dealer credentials to log in. Anyone have the file downloaded they could just post in this thread? Trying to do bambi mode and globa entry all windows.
 
@victor.v
I had to do this very thing last night while playing around with Forscan. My downloaded file name matches yours so I've attached it with a .txt extension. Just change it back to .vbf and place it in the directory.

If it doesn't work for some reason then follow this post to download the file from Ford - How to download SBL (second bootloader) for ForScan - 2022
FYI, when you get to the part about typing in the file name without the extension, hit enter while in the text box to generate the correct zip file to download, then click the download file button. If you just type in the text box and click the download button all you'll download is a generic .asp file which does nothing.

Once you have the file on your computer and run the bcm(main) module, don't freak out with all the warnings and faults that are displayed on the dash. Just follow the prompt to turn your ignition off. I usually wait until all the dash lights go dark before turning the ignition back on again, maybe about a minute or so, but that's just me because I don't want to leave it off too long and possibly lose the Forscan connection to the vehicle. Forscan will remind you to turn the ignition on after you click to write to module.
 

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@victor.v
I had to do this very thing last night while playing around with Forscan. My downloaded file name matches yours so I've attached it with a .txt extension. Just change it back to .vbf and place it in the directory.

If it doesn't work for some reason then follow this post to download the file from Ford - How to download SBL (second bootloader) for ForScan - 2022
FYI, when you get to the part about typing in the file name without the extension, hit enter while in the text box to generate the correct zip file to download, then click the download file button. If you just type in the text box and click the download button all you'll download is a generic .asp file which does nothing.

Once you have the file on your computer and run the bcm(main) module, don't freak out with all the warnings and faults that are displayed on the dash. Just follow the prompt to turn your ignition off. I usually wait until all the dash lights go dark before turning the ignition back on again, maybe about a minute or so, but that's just me because I don't want to leave it off too long and possibly lose the Forscan connection to the vehicle. Forscan will remind you to turn the ignition on after you click to write to module.
Thank you sir!
 
Are any of you guys that used the forscan abs & line change option for brake bleeding leaving the cap tight on the fluid reservoir while bleeding the fluid?
 
Are any of you guys that used the forscan abs & line change option for brake bleeding leaving the cap tight on the fluid reservoir while bleeding the fluid?
the thing about that is you only need to do it like once per circuit. bleed, cycle and bleed once more to ensure a complete flush. Yea I put the cap back on, not because I fear spilling, but just because it’s a habit, to not leave opened reservoirs unattended.

I also found it way easier to use an obd scanner to do the task vs busting out a laptop
 
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Hey guys what am I doing wrong here? Every time I go to load SBL I get this message. Any idea? I've even deleted forscan and re-downloaded it. Same issue View attachment 420384
It has been awhile since I did this. But I think the SBL is a separate software file that has to be downloaded for Forscan to do everything.

Look over the Forscan instructions, I think it's a major point that should be covered.
 
Are there any forscan solutions for the rev hang? Shifting from 1st to 2nd is a PITA because it takes so long for the revs to drop to an acceptable level for a smooth shift.
I think the hang comes from the balance shaft. I'm not sure how it's hooked up or how it necessarily operates. By that I mean I don't know if you can just turn it off but instead would have to be removed. I could be wrong though. I just remember reading something about somebody installing a balance shaft delete for a smidge more hp and to allow the revs to drop faster.
 
I think the hang comes from the balance shaft. I'm not sure how it's hooked up or how it necessarily operates. By that I mean I don't know if you can just turn it off but instead would have to be removed. I could be wrong though. I just remember reading something about somebody installing a balance shaft delete for a smidge more hp and to allow the revs to drop faster.
The rev hang is an annoying computer thing that can be disabled.
 
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Update: As of right now sending this message, 1 year extended licenses are available for purchase.
 
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