Using Fords IDS software and their Vehicle Communication Module II (VCM II) will provide the same level of testing, diagnostic, and reprogramming. Please Note :that the application will detect the interface device that is connected to the laptop. The Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) is a PC-based scan tool that was introduced with the advent of On-Board Diagnostics II (OBD-II) for all 1996 and newer Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles.
The VCM and VMM connect to the laptop through the Ethernet-USB Adapter Cable (H406/H416).
The VCM 16-pin DLC cable is used to connect the VCM to the vehicle. IDS integrates WDS software modified to run on an off-the-shelf laptop with the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) currently used in NGS+ and PDS, and a new Vehicle Measurement Module (VMM). Integrated Diagnostic Software (IDS) is the next generation diagnostic tool. The VCM 2007.7 DVD includes both IDS (Integrated Diagnostic Software) and PDS (Portable Diagnostic Software) tools.ĭiagnostic coverage includes most 1996 2008 MY (produced 1995 2007) Ford, Lincoln/Mercury & Mazda vehicles. NGS Classic's T-Handle, PC, Pocket PC/PDS, and Laptop/IDS) operation.ģ.The VCM also has detachable cables for connection to industry standard high-speed host interfaces as well as to the vehicle under test. 1.The VCM unit is housed in a magnesium enclosure with a tough, protective, plastic cover for the PCMCIA expansion slot which can, for example, be used for wireless LAN cards or memory expansion.Ģ.The VCM device contains five LED status indicators to provide the user with a visual mode of internal VCM, vehicle, and host device (e.g.