Forscan Ideas for Dummies (Things You Can Do Using Easy Mode)

[Deweyordeweynot]

Exactly, but if her kid was on that bus she’d be bitching to the school and news12.

Forscan is awesome btw. Still getting used to using it but it’s so much fun. I feel like I’m in a F&F movie lol.

I know what you mean!
I'm still looking for a way to change the number of flashes from 3 to 5 when changing lanes...

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[Automan21]

Yes 3 seems a bit short. I don’t like cutting ppl off before it goes out.

 

[Deweyordeweynot]

Yes 3 seems a bit short. I don’t like cutting ppl off before it goes out.

I drive a Promaster 16' box truck for work and it has the five flashes, very handy for lane changes...plus, the stalk gets 'stuck' if I push it down for left turns...something to do with the self-cancel function. It's always something.

 

[EONR24]

There is lots of useful information on MTC about using Forscan to make interesting and useful changes to the computer modules in our trucks. This post is not about using Forscan software or programming devices--you can find that information as a sticky in the Forscan forum.

This post is for those who don't speak hexadecimal* or are otherwise hesitant to change as-built codes (or for anyone who wants to make a quick change). I have compiled several changes you can make using "easy" (not as-built) mode. Instead of selecting a module through an as-built entry, look below it and there will be a module with the same name, but not as-built (not in all cases). Connect to that module. It's the same module, just named and accessed differently. The difference is that entries are in plain English [mostly]. Be sure to write the changes. Before doing any of these changes back up your as-built modules. Use at your own risk, of course, but these changes have all done well for me. I've included links in MTC for where more information can be found on these Forscan edits.
[*I know changing as-built modules does not require actually understanding hexadecimal--it's a figure of speech.]

Enable Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
IPMA:
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) - Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF)
Traffic Sign Recognition Mode - Camera data only
IPC:
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) - Disabled - Counterintuitive but important
Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF) - Enabled [if disabled you get European sign symbols]
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...orscan-mod-confirmed-working.9399/post-748132

Adding Drive Modes
1. Enter ABS module and search for SDM
2. For SDM - ABS disable it
3. Depending which package you have installed enable the following if any say disabled
SDM - Mode 11 (Sport)
SDM - Mode 4 (Sand)
SDM - Mode 5 (Mud)
SDM - Mode 9 (Eco)
4. Check the DTC codes to see if you threw one
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...-and-snow-confirmed-working.10229/post-211182

Stop being locked out of functions due to being in motion
ACM
Driver Restriction Configuration - Disabled
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/forum/threads/for-your-safety-blah-blah-blah.35866/post-690772

"Disable" Key Fob Panic Button
No 2 press option on Mavs (that I can find; available on other Ford vehicles)
BCM (BdyCM)
Panic Alarm Mode - Lights Only
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/forum/threads/disable-panic-alarm.21229/

Disable double honk when exiting running vehicle
BCM (BdyCM)
Double Honk on Leaving Cabine [sic] - Disabled
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/forum/threads/disabling-double-horn-chirp.9208/post-555900

Enable ECO Coach (indicators about improving fuel economy)
IPC
Enable:
ECO Mode
Eco Coach Feature
Eco Coach with Efficient Drive Mode
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/forum/threads/forscan-mod-–-enable-eco-coach-mode.25533/post-777948

All Windows Up/Down with Press and Hold Fob Button (Lariat only)
Enable:
BCM (BdyCM)
Global Close Initial
Global Close Vehicle
Global Open Initial
Global Open Vehicle
Global Window Close w Remote
Global Window Open w Remote
DDM
Global Window Close
PDM
Global Window Close
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...nfirmed-working-lariat-only.11092/post-758399

I created this thread to help others not have to cull through all the various threads and posts with lots of replies and superfluous information. Please feel free to add to this list of Forscan edits, but it would be good to stay true to the attempt to include only instructions for easy mode.

===Addendum===
Adjust Heated Steering Wheel Temperature (if equipped)
SCCM
Change value to desired degree in Celsius
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...-you-can-do-using-easy-mode.44179/post-780569

Adjust Heated Seats L/R Temperature (if equipped)
HVAC
Change value to desired degree in Celsius
[I haven't actually done this one; I have no need. However, it seems obvious that it would work.]

Thank you for putting this together. I have one more to add!

ENABLE RADIO ST ANIMATION
1. ACM
2. Under “Animation Type” change Standard Ford to ST.

This animation only comes on when you first enter or exit from the vehicle. Here is a picture of it I did it to my2024 maverick. Cheers to finding even more of these tweaks!

 

[EONR24]

You can disable auto stop start in the maverick with Forscan. Here’s the link https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...nd-confirmed-admin-warning-no-trolling.37694/

 

[Deweyordeweynot]

Thank you for putting this together. I have one more to add!

ENABLE RADIO ST ANIMATION
1. ACM
2. Under “Animation Type” change Standard Ford to ST.

This animation only comes on when you first enter or exit from the vehicle. Here is a picture of it I did it to my2024 maverick. Cheers to finding even more of these tweaks!

Nice!
The great feature about these Forscan tricks is knowing you can always go back to the 'default state' if you need to...but I'm going to try this one and probably keep it. Thanks for the tip!

 

[KenJ45]

Watching. Wonder if there's a way to make headlights default to "Off" instead of "Auto" when you start the car. I know they do this for dummies who drive around with their headlights off at night because people are too dumb to know how to turn on their headlights now, but for me it's just annoying, lol.

 

[Aherpa]

Watching. Wonder if there's a way to make headlights default to "Off" instead of "Auto" when you start the car. I know they do this for dummies who drive around with their headlights off at night because people are too dumb to know how to turn on their headlights now, but for me it's just annoying, lol.

There is a 'Police Dark' mode. . . . don't know what it does but I suspect it is about lighting. Maybe the dome light does not come on when the door is opened, maybe there are no running lights showing when the vehicle is running with the headlight switch off. . . . .

 

[TheShark]

There is a 'Police Dark' mode. . . . don't know what it does but I suspect it is about lighting. Maybe the dome light does not come on when the door is opened, maybe there are no running lights showing when the vehicle is running with the headlight switch off. . . . .

I've wonder what that police mode was as well.

 

[KenJ45]

There is a 'Police Dark' mode. . . . don't know what it does but I suspect it is about lighting. Maybe the dome light does not come on when the door is opened, maybe there are no running lights showing when the vehicle is running with the headlight switch off. . . . .

The daytime running lights can be turned off from the vehicles normal settings, I did that the day I got the truck, lol.

 

[Old_Norm]

Thank you for putting this together. I have one more to add!

ENABLE RADIO ST ANIMATION
1. ACM
2. Under “Animation Type” change Standard Ford to ST.

This animation only comes on when you first enter or exit from the vehicle. Here is a picture of it I did it to my2024 maverick. Cheers to finding even more of these tweaks!

Would you share what version of Forscan you are using?

 

[EONR24]

There is a 'Police Dark' mode. . . . don't know what it does but I suspect it is about lighting. Maybe the dome light does not come on when the door is opened, maybe there are no running lights showing when the vehicle is running with the headlight switch off. . . . .

there is also a police silent mode.

 

[EONR24]

Watching. Wonder if there's a way to make headlights default to "Off" instead of "Auto" when you start the car. I know they do this for dummies who drive around with their headlights off at night because people are too dumb to know how to turn on their headlights now, but for me it's just annoying, lol.

The F150 guys have figured out a hex code for the body control module to do this. There is no way in easy mode to do this. Also the f150 has module in different order and programmed differently. I’m hoping some more hex code changes are found but those are the more difficult ones to figure out.

 

[EONR24]

Would you share what version of Forscan you are using?

I’m using the newest version of Forscan which is version 2.3.59

 

[EONR24]

I’m currently finding more menus that are unlockable via Forscan. Some useful, some not at all, some don’t show up at all, maybe because I have the base model instrument cluster and not the fancy one. Also, There is an option for a bigger 10 inch radio screen which has already been leaked for the 2025. My next goal with Forscan is to truly eliminate the seatbelt menu. I will have to use hex codes. If I cannot do this, I will be swapping in the digital cluster from an escape like others have done.

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