Another Software update is here. 6.4.0

[DCS]

Yep, Ford Pass app tells the current update status

I know I have received update 6.3.2 because I have the new gauges. However, there is no notice in FordPass about it. "Account", "Message Center" only has info on my points status and vehicle authorization on 4/4/24.

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[10basscat]

Can someone explain to me how I can have 6.3.2 but not the new cluster theme?

 

[Interstellar]

Can someone explain to me how I can have 6.3.2 but not the new cluster theme?

Simple: it's Ford not Tesla or Apple. The update experience is trash and looks like 6.4.0 is finally trying to remedy that. I too cannot get 6.3.2 to download even though i's been days since I hit apply update. Lmao.
Just wait until they nerf the cars with an update. 10/10 do not recommend having "Auto Update" on. You never know when a small bug might come through and you can't start your car lol

 

[DevilDog]

According to Ford Pass, my car was updated to 6.2.0 on 4/19/24.

 

[R3tro GT]

Thanks for the info! Don't have WiFi; I'll ask my dealer about it.

You don't need WIFI

 

[MustangWade]

6.2.0 is what I am still on. I’ve had the car for a month and I can’t get it to update.

 

[tcman54]

Havent owned a system that updates in any of my cars so far, just curious, what are the majority of these updates providing, new content, fixes, etc?

 

[Sofa King]

Havent owned a system that updates in any of my cars so far, just curious, what are the majority of these updates providing, new content, fixes, etc?

Yep... one did some new gauges... others, bug fixes.

 

[MustangWade]

lol baby steps I guess, just got the 6.3.1 today on the way home from work. It’s sooo far behind, I don’t get it.

 

[jimgt2k24]

I just received this too...getting closer to v6.3.2 (the 67-68 gauges).

lol baby steps I guess, just got the 6.3.1 today on the way home from work. It’s sooo far behind, I don’t get it.

 

[DARK HP]

Time to use FDRS to upgrade the software.
This guide outlines steps to set up your computer and how to update software in your ECU modules using Ford OEM FDRS software

DISCLAIMER: I have updated many modules using the procedure below without any major issues and literally zero failures. That does not mean failure cannot happen. Flashing ECU modules is a dangerous operation. DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK! I will take no responsibility for any damage to your vehicle caused by the below described procedure

Tools you will need:

- Windows PC with 4GB RAM or greater, running Windows 10 or Windows 11
- VCI Interface preferably Mongoose-Plus J2534 (can be purchased from Amazon here)
- USB Flash drive 32GB or larger (must be formatted to exFAT)
- 12V Automotive Battery Charger/Maintainer (I used this one from Amazon)

Software you will need:

- Driver software for your VCI interface
- Ford Diagnostic & Repair Software (commonly known as FDRS)

Installation and Setting up Mongoose-Plus J2534 VCI interface:

NOTE: Follow the steps below ONLY if you own the Mongoose-Plus J2534 interface

1) Download the OPUS IVS driver for your Mongoose-Plus device from here.
2) Connect your Mongoose-Plus device to your PC and launch the installer. You should be presented by the following screen:

3) Hit Install to start the installation process, when prompted, activate the device!

FDRS Software Installation

1) Download and install FDRS software from here. You will need a license to run this software and can be purchased here (2-day FDRS license cost $50)
2) Launch FDRS, you will be prompted to enter the license that you have just purchased.
3) Register an account (if you don't have one) on Motorcraft website here.
4) Log into FDRS using your Motorcraft credentials. Make sure you select Non-Dealer Motorcraft as User Type

5) Connect your VCI device to your truck's ODBII port and connect the USB cable to the PC running FDRS. Once FDRS Device Manager pops up, make sure you select Other Device, in the drop-down dialog:

Select Drew Technologies Inc. - Mongoose-Plus Ford2 if you own the Mongoose-Plus VCI device

After this you should be greeted with this screen, meaning you are ready to go!
The icons at the bottom should be all green with battery voltage shown

Running Network Test (Initial Scan)

1) Turn Ignition On, Engine Off
2) Click Read VIN from vehicle
3) Click Go to initiate Network Scan

Once completed a new tab called Toolbox will appear at the top of your FDRS screen:

On the left hand side you will see all modules detected on your truck. The ones that responded positively will be marked green. On the right hand side notice the SW Updates tab. Head over here to see all available SW updates for your modules.

Module SW Update Procedure

1) Head over to SW Updates tab in the FDRS Toolbox window.
2) If there are updates available, hit the Download button. The tool will download the necessary tools needed for the module update.
3) Once download completes the button turns green with a text "Run".

IMPORTANT: Before you proceed to the next step, connect your truck to external power supply (a good battery charger/maintainer as one listed above will do the job). DO NOT connect the negative (black) charger clamp directly to the battery monitoring sensor, it must be connected to an engine or chassis ground in order to bypass the BMS circuitry (see example here). Do not proceed unless you have solid 12.5V or more showing on your ODBII port.

4) Run the SW Update procedure and follow the on-screen prompts very carefully

Be patient, some modules take long time to update. This is especially true for IPMA module which takes almost 3 hours to complete. Therefore, it is very important to have your truck connected to external power supply (battery charger/maintainer)

NOTICE FOR FORSCAN USERS: FDRS will knock out your recent FORScan changes from your modules you are updating. It reloads your As-Built (AB) data at the end of the SW update procedure. Make sure you back-up your FORScan changes and load them back after you are done with SW updates. By time your FORScan changes get propagated to your AB data set on FORD servers, so this would not be an issue. This would only affect users performing FORScan changes and running module SW udate within short period of time. I am suspecting, that receiving OTA shortly after FORScan changes would have same effect.

 

[Mr Hyde]

Simple: it's Ford not Tesla or Apple. The update experience is trash and looks like 6.4.0 is finally trying to remedy that. I too cannot get 6.3.2 to download even though i's been days since I hit apply update. Lmao.
Just wait until they nerf the cars with an update. 10/10 do not recommend having "Auto Update" on. You never know when a small bug might come through and you can't start your car lol

I dont trust apple or tesla ill update once i figure out if its bs or a bug

 

[steveo1960]

Thank You DARK HP for taking the time to post an excellent, detailed How-To.. Very much appreciated!

 

[MustangWade]

Time to use FDRS to upgrade the software.
This guide outlines steps to set up your computer and how to update software in your ECU modules using Ford OEM FDRS software

DISCLAIMER: I have updated many modules using the procedure below without any major issues and literally zero failures. That does not mean failure cannot happen. Flashing ECU modules is a dangerous operation. DO THIS AT YOUR OWN RISK! I will take no responsibility for any damage to your vehicle caused by the below described procedure

Tools you will need:

- Windows PC with 4GB RAM or greater, running Windows 10 or Windows 11
- VCI Interface preferably Mongoose-Plus J2534 (can be purchased from Amazon here)
- USB Flash drive 32GB or larger (must be formatted to exFAT)
- 12V Automotive Battery Charger/Maintainer (I used this one from Amazon)

Software you will need:

- Driver software for your VCI interface
- Ford Diagnostic & Repair Software (commonly known as FDRS)

Installation and Setting up Mongoose-Plus J2534 VCI interface:

NOTE: Follow the steps below ONLY if you own the Mongoose-Plus J2534 interface

1) Download the OPUS IVS driver for your Mongoose-Plus device from here.
2) Connect your Mongoose-Plus device to your PC and launch the installer. You should be presented by the following screen:

3) Hit Install to start the installation process, when prompted, activate the device!

FDRS Software Installation

1) Download and install FDRS software from here. You will need a license to run this software and can be purchased here (2-day FDRS license cost $50)
2) Launch FDRS, you will be prompted to enter the license that you have just purchased.
3) Register an account (if you don't have one) on Motorcraft website here.
4) Log into FDRS using your Motorcraft credentials. Make sure you select Non-Dealer Motorcraft as User Type

5) Connect your VCI device to your truck's ODBII port and connect the USB cable to the PC running FDRS. Once FDRS Device Manager pops up, make sure you select Other Device, in the drop-down dialog:

Select Drew Technologies Inc. - Mongoose-Plus Ford2 if you own the Mongoose-Plus VCI device

After this you should be greeted with this screen, meaning you are ready to go!
The icons at the bottom should be all green with battery voltage shown

Running Network Test (Initial Scan)

1) Turn Ignition On, Engine Off
2) Click Read VIN from vehicle
3) Click Go to initiate Network Scan

Once completed a new tab called Toolbox will appear at the top of your FDRS screen:

On the left hand side you will see all modules detected on your truck. The ones that responded positively will be marked green. On the right hand side notice the SW Updates tab. Head over here to see all available SW updates for your modules.

Module SW Update Procedure

1) Head over to SW Updates tab in the FDRS Toolbox window.
2) If there are updates available, hit the Download button. The tool will download the necessary tools needed for the module update.
3) Once download completes the button turns green with a text "Run".

IMPORTANT: Before you proceed to the next step, connect your truck to external power supply (a good battery charger/maintainer as one listed above will do the job). DO NOT connect the negative (black) charger clamp directly to the battery monitoring sensor, it must be connected to an engine or chassis ground in order to bypass the BMS circuitry (see example here). Do not proceed unless you have solid 12.5V or more showing on your ODBII port.

4) Run the SW Update procedure and follow the on-screen prompts very carefully

Be patient, some modules take long time to update. This is especially true for IPMA module which takes almost 3 hours to complete. Therefore, it is very important to have your truck connected to external power supply (battery charger/maintainer)

NOTICE FOR FORSCAN USERS: FDRS will knock out your recent FORScan changes from your modules you are updating. It reloads your As-Built (AB) data at the end of the SW update procedure. Make sure you back-up your FORScan changes and load them back after you are done with SW updates. By time your FORScan changes get propagated to your AB data set on FORD servers, so this would not be an issue. This would only affect users performing FORScan changes and running module SW udate within short period of time. I am suspecting, that receiving OTA shortly after FORScan changes would have same effect.

Wow that’s in depth dude. My luck up I’ll mess something up though lol

 

[rkmustang]

So I have the new instrument cluster (Classic '67-'68) but my screen doesn't tell me what version I'm running. Shows Last Updated: July 3, 2024 & what's in the update, but I don't see a version# anywhere. Anyone know where to find the Software version if not on this screen?

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