Let's talk about FORScan

[joe603]

I'd like to be able to tweak my stereo a bit and it seems FORScan is the way to do it. Can someone provide more info on what's involved with it? Looking online, it seems to be a subscription program...is this the correct one?

Next question would be warranty...I take it that it kills any warranty work for the OEM head deck; would it void anything else? I'm really only worried about the PCM/ECU.

Finally, would a simple OBDII adapter to USB work? I see they make some that are wireless...what are the pros/cons for both?

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[sms2022]

I’ve never heard of it killing the warranty. You’d have to be an idiot or extremely unlucky to be in a situation where you can’t reset your head unit to factory specs before relevant service

 

[Stangalang]

When using the software you should always make a backup before making a change. There are spreadsheets that have specific things to turn on/off based upon what you want. It's super easy, just have to make sure you know what your doing. There are YT videos on mostly F150s and so-on. But it can used similarly.

I'm not near a PC at the moment, but their are 2 spreadsheets out there for the Mustang (depending on generation) to toggle on/off things. I usually turn off the double honk crap. Annoying as hell.

I believe the Ford Scan forum has it as well if you need it sooner than later.

 

[joe603]

I guess I was worried that any changes would be logged and able to been seen by Ford if I ever needed warranty work. Really I just want to disable the EQ...maybe enable typing while driving...stuff like that.

 

[GTP]

Please disconnect your center speaker, fade most of the sound to the front, and turn down the bass on your OEM subwoofer before going after Forscan. I have posted this advice on many threads; most all have confirmed the improvement. Free sound upgrade!

 

[joe603]

Please disconnect your center speaker, fade most of the sound to the front, and turn down the bass on your OEM subwoofer before going after Forscan. I have posted this advice on many threads; most all have confirmed the improvement. Free sound upgrade!

I have an aftermarket setup. Pulled center speaker, replaced all others, 2 amp, custom amp rack, 2-12" subs, pulled OEM sub.

 

[GTP]

I have an aftermarket setup. Pulled center speaker, replaced all others, 2 amp, custom amp rack, 2-12" subs, pulled OEM sub.

Nevermind then.
Carry on.

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