Ford Focus 2008 PCM Programming by VCM2 IDS

This how-to guide is aimed to help Ford PCM power-train control module programming with a VXDIAG VCX NANO for Ford– a redesign of the Ford VCM2 unit.

If you change the new original ECU, then can directly to program. If you want to use used ECU to change the broken ECU, first use this software to work on the car with broken ECU, then choose the option, see the prompt then change the used ECU for programming.

Need 14v when you do programming!!
Put battery charger on battery and retry.

This is a new Focus PCM to be programmed by Ford IDS.

Vehicle specification:

Focus 2008

DURATEC-HE/I4

Module programming

Programmable module installation: PCM

Module programming notice:

You are about to program a procedure using the module programming application you purchased. The reason for this module programming may pertain to a Field Service Action that has been recommended by the manufacturer for the customer’s vehicle. In many instances, such services are provided free of charge to the customer when that service is provided by the manufacturer’s dealer. As part of the terms and conditions of your use of this application, you are obligated to inform the customer of this fact. Prior to performing any service on their vehicle, you must allow them the opportunity ti check with their local dealer to determine if their vehicle is in fact eligible for the repair free of charge. The manufacturer will not reimburse a customer for such services if not performed by a dealer

Establish an internet connection

Set ignition switch to OFF

During the module programming, this module goes through a VIN verification process.

This process compares the VIN in this module with the VIN in other modules on the vehicle. You may see the VIN verification screen more than once depending upon your response to the question.

VIN is correct?

Install a new module in vehicle

Do not start a reprogramming section with a low battery in the vehicle and/or programming tool.

The fuel pump and the engine cooling fans may run during the following procedure

If you are programming a 6.0L diesel, the FICM relay must be removed before programming

Set ignition switch to ON

Erase procedure in process

PCM reprogramming

Set ignition switch to OFF

Set ignition switch to OFN

Set ignition switch to OFF

Calibration has been loaded and checked

If you programmed 6.0L diesel, please reinstall the FICM relay

If required, obtain a PCM reprogramming label and complete as the screen displays

Start engine

Set ignition switch to OFF

Set ignition switch to ON

Clearing fault codes

Set ignition switch to OFF

Run programmable module installation to correct the VIN

Note: the modules listed may not be installed on the vehicle. Verify that the modules are installed before performing diagnostics

VXDIAG VCX NANO for Ford programmed the PCM module successfully.