I’m trying to install a used ABS ECU because a new one seems impossible to find, even the local dealer couldn’t provide one. Unfortunately, I can’t complete the full initialization procedure.
I followed the video below exactly 1:1, but instead of reading 3 memory banks, I can only read 1. After that, I’m able to request the online match, but when I try to continue to the next procedure to correct the VIN number, I only see one option available, enabling or disabling Hill Start Aid.
Using an OBDLink EX to communicate with the car and pro license FORScan.
Does anyone know how to get this working properly? The ABS module is currently showing a DTC code for VIN mismatch.
Video link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yKL-frZDFU
Vehicle details:
Model: Ford F-150
Engine: 2V
Capacity: 6.2L
Year: 2012 (MY 2012)
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
SYNC version: SYNC 1.1
ABS details:
System: Antilock Braking System (ABS)
Part number: CL34-2C219-BD
Calibration level: CL34-2C219-BD (latest known: CL34-2C219-BF)
Strategy: CL34-2D053-BD
Software version: v12 (2011-09-06)
Any tips or guidance would be greatly appreciated!
Trouble programming used ABS ECU - VIN mismatch issue (2012 Ford F-150)
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Stability4206
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Re: Trouble programming used ABS ECU - VIN mismatch issue (2012 Ford F-150)
Is the part number exactly the same? The video is for a 2015 truck. 2012 and 2015 could be considerably different. What version of FORScan? May need to use 2.4.21. Possibly try a vLinker FS cable.
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Stability4206
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Re: Trouble programming used ABS ECU - VIN mismatch issue (2012 Ford F-150)
Using the latest 2.3.69 version, i can't find an 2.4.x version on the website.Joh150413 wrote: Tue Feb 03, 2026 8:12 pm Is the part number exactly the same? The video is for a 2015 truck. 2012 and 2015 could be considerably different. What version of FORScan? May need to use 2.4.21. Possibly try a vLinker FS cable.
The VCI OBDLink EX is an 100% compatible VCI why should i change that? Never had an issue with it, or is vLinker FS better?
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Re: Trouble programming used ABS ECU - VIN mismatch issue (2012 Ford F-150)
Using the latest 2.3.69 version, i can't find an 2.4.x version on the website.
Bottom of first post !!!!
viewtopic.php?f=19&t=19552
Bottom of first post !!!!
viewtopic.php?f=19&t=19552
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Stability4206
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Re: Trouble programming used ABS ECU - VIN mismatch issue (2012 Ford F-150)
f-wolf wrote: Tue Feb 03, 2026 9:59 pm Using the latest 2.3.69 version, i can't find an 2.4.x version on the website.
Bottom of first post !!!!
viewtopic.php?f=19&t=19552
Sorry that i download via the default website and not an private beta forum post...