The VCM3 is capable of communicating on the J1708 in addition to the J1939 network which allows diagnostics on Medium Duty Trucks when used with the Rotunda Medium Duty Truck DLC adapter 164-R9860 and manufacturer specific software.

An IDS software license subscription (sold separately) provides access to the software which uses the VCM3 hardware to perform vehicle diagnostics. This device is the core of vehicle diagnostics. The VCM3 communicates with Ford and Lincoln vehicles via the 16-pin diagnostic link. 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.īe one of the first in Europe to upgrade to the all New! VCM 3 the predecessor to VCM 2.įORD’S NEXT GENERATION DIAGNOSTIC INTERFACE SUPPORTS NEW CAN-FD PROTOCOLS. Wireless functionality preferred for all IDS functions including module reprogramming. New wireless software integrated with IDS installation package SmartPower Management system to protect the VCM 3 in extreme environments. Industry standardized J1962 Data Link Connector (DLC) and USB cablesįour LED indicators and signaling device providing technician with continuous visual as well as audible operating status and selection buttons.Įnhanced 802.11 wireless that minimizes dependencies on service department wireless capability infrastructure IDS and VCM 3 are used under license from Manufacturers Motor CompanyĬustomer Flight Recorder (CFR) functionality with an optional pendant cable IDS & GFDRS Vehicle Communication Module (VCM 3)Īuthentic IDS OEM diagnostics scan tool that works with the IDS & Etis diagnostics application running on a PC to diagnose vehicles.

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