https://hackmyride.com/forum/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:25:30 +0000 MyBB https://hackmyride.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=27 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 12:41:05 -0600 HackMaster]]> https://hackmyride.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=27   Updated Identification of Non-Ford VCMs
 
The identification of Non-Ford VCMs, as compared to genuine Ford VCMs, is becoming more difficult. Although counterfeit VCMs that are being sold closely resemble the genuine Ford VCMs some subtle differences still exist.

The following attachments contain updated photo examples. As additional identification differences become known photo examples will be included below.

The Rotunda (OE) VCM plastic cover is marked with "1...5" to identify the LED indicators. Some of the non-genuine units do not have this marking. See Attachment E

The Rotunda(OE) VCM has a rubber gasket under the plastic cover. Some of the non-genuine units do not have this gasket. See Attachment F

Earlier build non-genuine VCMs were missing the wireless card cage.  We are now seeing them built with wireless card cages.  However, the eject buttons are noticeably different. The Rotunda (OE) VCM has a short wireless card cage eject button. Some of the non-genuine units eject button extends approximately 5/8 of an inch past the card cage opening. See Attachment G]]>   Updated Identification of Non-Ford VCMs
 
The identification of Non-Ford VCMs, as compared to genuine Ford VCMs, is becoming more difficult. Although counterfeit VCMs that are being sold closely resemble the genuine Ford VCMs some subtle differences still exist.

The following attachments contain updated photo examples. As additional identification differences become known photo examples will be included below.

The Rotunda (OE) VCM plastic cover is marked with "1...5" to identify the LED indicators. Some of the non-genuine units do not have this marking. See Attachment E

The Rotunda(OE) VCM has a rubber gasket under the plastic cover. Some of the non-genuine units do not have this gasket. See Attachment F

Earlier build non-genuine VCMs were missing the wireless card cage.  We are now seeing them built with wireless card cages.  However, the eject buttons are noticeably different. The Rotunda (OE) VCM has a short wireless card cage eject button. Some of the non-genuine units eject button extends approximately 5/8 of an inch past the card cage opening. See Attachment G]]> https://hackmyride.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=22 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 11:03:45 -0600 HackMaster]]> https://hackmyride.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=22 https://rotunda.service-solutions.com/en...=164-R9865

 
Vehicle Communication Module 3 (VCM3)

The VCM3 communicates with Ford and Lincoln vehicles via the 16-pin diagnostic link. This device is the core of vehicle diagnostics. An IDS software license subscription (sold separately) provides access to the software which uses the VCM3 hardware to perform vehicle diagnostics.



Kit includes:

VCM3
DLC cable
Heavy duty USB cable
Wireless adapter
The VCM3 will operate as a Customer Flight Recorder (CFR) with an optional pendant cable 164-R9806 to replace the functionality of the Vehicle Data Recorder (VDR)

Includes enhanced 802.11n wireless that minimizes dependencies on service department wireless infrastructure

Wireless functionality preferred for all IDS functions including module reprogramming. USB wired connections are only required to update the VCM3 loaded code firmware and to set up the VCM3 to function as a Customer Flight Recorder (CFR)


Software License Purchase and Product Support
Additional resources including software license purchase, software download, user's manuals, troubleshooting guides, system requirements, support and more are available by accessing the customer resource pages shown below.

Aftermarket and Fleets Customers - https://www.motorcraftservice.com/ and select Diagnostic Tool Support from the top navigation menu.

Dealers or customers with a PTS subscription - http://www.proservicetech.com/ and select Rotunda > Diagnostic Tool Support from the top navigation menu for IDS license and product information.
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Vehicle Communication Module 3 (VCM3)

The VCM3 communicates with Ford and Lincoln vehicles via the 16-pin diagnostic link. This device is the core of vehicle diagnostics. An IDS software license subscription (sold separately) provides access to the software which uses the VCM3 hardware to perform vehicle diagnostics.



Kit includes:

VCM3
DLC cable
Heavy duty USB cable
Wireless adapter
The VCM3 will operate as a Customer Flight Recorder (CFR) with an optional pendant cable 164-R9806 to replace the functionality of the Vehicle Data Recorder (VDR)

Includes enhanced 802.11n wireless that minimizes dependencies on service department wireless infrastructure

Wireless functionality preferred for all IDS functions including module reprogramming. USB wired connections are only required to update the VCM3 loaded code firmware and to set up the VCM3 to function as a Customer Flight Recorder (CFR)


Software License Purchase and Product Support
Additional resources including software license purchase, software download, user's manuals, troubleshooting guides, system requirements, support and more are available by accessing the customer resource pages shown below.

Aftermarket and Fleets Customers - https://www.motorcraftservice.com/ and select Diagnostic Tool Support from the top navigation menu.

Dealers or customers with a PTS subscription - http://www.proservicetech.com/ and select Rotunda > Diagnostic Tool Support from the top navigation menu for IDS license and product information.
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