Ranger Must Have Accessories

[Big Blue]

I understand the simplicity of having a physical device installed to disable the auto stop-start functionality, but at $84.99 on sale (regularly $99.99), why would one not opt for a FORScan modification instead? Assuming you have the computer hardware and know-how to do so.

A FORScan compatible OBD2-to-USB cable looks to be available for $34.99-$59.99 and one can utilize the FORScan 2-month free trial or purchase the lifetime license (for what appears to be $50?) to gain that same functionality and more for roughly the same total cost.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but my understanding is that FORScan requires neither a custom tune file nor an ECU flash to function, but rather that it is primarily a diagnostic tool to modify parameters within the ECU.

Unfortunately it appears that as of 12/18/24, we are no longer able to buy extended licenses for Forscan. You can still get the Free 2 month license. The lifetime license has not been available for some time.

Appears the current deepening of sanctions against Russia have prevented their licensing company from doing any financial transactions to Russia.

Fortunately the free trial license can do all the same things as the paid license, just time limited.

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[pickettf3nce]

Unfortunately it appears that as of 12/18/24, we are no longer able to buy extended licenses for Forscan. You can still get the Free 2 month license. The lifetime license has not been available for some time.

Appears the current deepening of sanctions against Russia have prevented their licensing company from doing any financial transactions to Russia.

Fortunately the free trial license can do all the same things as the paid license, just time limited.

That's disappointing to hear. I don't currently own either part, just found that (dated) info with a quick google search.

It appears I was too late for the train then... I was considering purchasing a FORScan adapter and the software to go with, but with sanctions in place and the questionable moral/ethical associations of supporting Russia and Russian Businesses, that makes me think otherwise. License issues put aside, I didn't realize it was of Russian origin.

I appreciate the insight.

 

[Colo_Ranger]

That's disappointing to hear. I don't currently own either part, just found that (dated) info with a quick google search.

It appears I was too late for the train then... I was considering purchasing a FORScan adapter and the software to go with, but with sanctions in place and the questionable moral/ethical associations of supporting Russia and Russian Businesses, that makes me think otherwise. License issues put aside, I didn't realize it was of Russian origin.

I appreciate the insight.

The 2 month free trial can be used over and over... Not sure that qualifies as supporting, but its the only option. Forscan is great.

 

[OrangeStreak]

I understand the simplicity of having a physical device installed to disable the auto stop-start functionality, but at $84.99 on sale (regularly $99.99), why would one not opt for a FORScan modification instead? Assuming you have the computer hardware and know-how to do so.

A FORScan compatible OBD2-to-USB cable looks to be available for $34.99-$59.99 and one can utilize the FORScan 2-month free trial or purchase the lifetime license (for what appears to be $50?) to gain that same functionality and more for roughly the same total cost.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but my understanding is that FORScan requires neither a custom tune file nor an ECU flash to function, but rather that it is primarily a diagnostic tool to modify parameters within the ECU.

Got the AutoStop then found out on this site that you can do it in FORscan so then obtaind a vLinker...

 

[CashSeeAO]

A little late to the party. But here is a full list of what i have done to mine along with links on to where i purchased from. I originally did the UPR bov adapter to vent to atmosphere with stock BOV but since swapped to the Turbosmart. I did swap to the Sealight LED headlight, fog, turn signals from Halogen and needed resistors for the turn signals. Also added the AVS window rain guards.

On the lighting i did originally go with a cheaper option on the side markers from amazon and those lasted about a year before corroding and i had to get new socket connectors from Ford.

Lighting:

Ranger 2019-2021 Lumen TouchLink Bed Lighting Kit - VKB3Z-13E754-A
https://accessories.ford.com/products/ranger-2019-2021-lumen-touchlink-bed-lighting-kit-1

Morimoto Ford Ranger (19+): XB LED Side Markers LF7937-1
https://www.beefcakeracing.com/morimoto-lf7937-1/

Morimoto Resistor: Morimoto 40W/7.5ohm (Single / T-Tap K LED420.2
https://www.beefcakeracing.com/morimoto-led420.2/

Morimoto X3B LED Brake Light: Ford F150-SD-Ranger (15-21) (w/o Camera) X3B40
https://www.beefcakeracing.com/morimoto-x3b40/

Morimoto X3B LED Brake Light: Rapid-Flash Module X3B01
https://www.beefcakeracing.com/morimoto-x3b01/

Sealight- https://sealight-led.com/x1-9005-hb3-led-bulbs.html
Headlights- low H11, High 9005
Fog Light Bulbs - H11s
Front Turn Signal Lights -7443a

Diode Dynamics Ditch Light Brackets for 2019-2021 Ford Ranger
https://www.diodedynamics.com/stage-series-backlit-ditch-light-kit-for-2019-2023-ford-ranger.html

Yada 4" LED SPOT LIGHTS (2-PACK) LM533000-3
https://letsyada.com/collections/led/products/yada-4-led-spot-lights-2-pack-lm533248-lm53000

FORD PERFORMANCE BY RIGID® RANGER 40" OFF-ROAD LIGHT BAR KIT- M-15200K-R
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/ford-racing-2019-ford-ranger-40in-rigid-led-light-bar-kit-m-15200k-r/

Ranger 2019-2021 Ford Performance Chase Rack- M19007R
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/ford-racing-2019-ford-ranger-performance-chase-rack-m-19007-r/

If you dont want to do the Morimoto route on the side markers, here are the cheapos i mentioned above:

KanSmart LED Side Marker Lights for Ford Ranger 80002990
https://www.amazon.com/Bumper-Marker-Smoked-Assembly-Compatible/dp/B08QRH6988

Side Marker Socket - Ford (6R3Z-13411-BA) - Per side
https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-socket-6r3z13411ba?c=Zz1lbGVjdHJpY2FsJnM9c2lkZS1tYXJrZXItbGFtcHMmbD00Jm49QXNzZW1ibGllcyBQYWdlJmE9Zm9yZCZvPXJhbmdlciZ5PTIwMTkmdD14bHQmZT0yLTNsLWw0LWdhcw==

Engine / Tuning / Exhaust:

JLT Driver’s Side 3.0 Oil Separator Kit (Black Powdercoated Finish) -3037D-B
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/j-l-201...-side-oil-separator-3-0-blk-anodized-3037d-b/

RSH Cold Air Intakes - rsh422178
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/roush-2019-2020-ford-range-2-3l-ecoboost-cold-air-intake-kit-422178/

5 Star tuning- 87 DAILY/TOW, 87 PERFORMANCE, 93 DAILY/TOW, 93 PERFORMANCE
https://5startuning.com/product/201...e-ts-with-choice-of-5-star-custom-tunes-5015/

SCT LIVEWIRE TS+ DEVICE
https://www.beefcakeracing.com/sct-5015p/

UPR BOV Blow Off Valve Adapter fits 2015+ Mustang Ecoboost, 2019+ Ford Ranger Ecoboost, 2020+ Explorer ST, Bronco 2.7L Turbo BOV
https://www.uprproducts.com/bov-blo...boost-2020-explorer-st-bronco-2-7l-turbo-bov/

Turbo Smart Kompact EM BOV VR13 Dual Port TS-0223-1096
https://www.beefcakeracing.com/turb...dual-port-2019-ford-ranger-2-3l-ts-0223-1096/

aFe Apollo GT Series 3" 409 Stainless Steel Cat-Back Exhaust System 49-43115-B
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/afe-apo...019-ford-ranger-2-3l-w-black-tips-49-43115-b/


Dress Up:

Ranger 2019-2021 TruXedo XLP Premium Soft Roll Up Tonneau Cover for 5.0' Bed w/ Chase Rack - VKB3Z-99501A42-NB
https://accessories.ford.com/produc...efSrc=6971369849023&nosto=productpage-nosto-2

Ranger 2019-2021 Rear Splash Guards - KB3Z16A550BB
https://accessories.ford.com/products/ranger-2019-2021-rear-splash-guards-1

Ranger 2019-2021 Front Splash Guards - KB3Z16A550AB
https://accessories.ford.com/products/ranger-2019-2021-front-splash-guards-1

Ranger SuperCab 2019 Black 4pc All Weather Floor Liner Tray - KB3Z2113300AA
https://accessories.ford.com/products/ranger-supercab-2019-4pc-all-weather-floor-liner-tray-1

Ranger SuperCrew 2019-2021 Black Platinum Stainless Steel Door Sill Plates - VKB3Z99132A08D
https://accessories.ford.com/produc...k-platinum-stainless-steel-door-sill-plates-1

OR

Putco 19-20 Ford Ranger SuperCrew - w/ RANGER Etching (4pcs) Black Platinum Door Sills Part #: put95143BPFD

Ranger 2019-2021 Black Platinum Stainless Steel Tailgate Lettering -VKB3Z9942528B
https://accessories.ford.com/products/ranger-2019-2021-black-platinum-tailgate-lettering-1

Ranger 2019-2021 Red Pair of Tow Hooks -M18954RA
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/ford-racing-2019-ford-ranger-front-tow-hooks-pair-red-m-18954-ra/

OEM Ford Engine Cover for 2019-2020 Ford Ranger - L1MZ-6A949-A
https://www.tascaparts.com/oem-parts/ford-engine-cover-l1mz6a949a

Deezee 19-23 Ford Ranger Tailgate Assist Shock Part #: dzeDZ 43206
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/deezee-19-23-ford-ranger-tailgate-assist-shock-dz-43206/

Go Rhino 19-20 Ford Ranger 4in OE Xtreme Complete Kit w/Sidesteps + Brkts - 684036880t
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/go-rhin...me-complete-kit-w-sidesteps-brkts-684036880t/

Go Rhino 4in OE Xtreme SideSteps - Textured Black - 80in - 640080T
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/go-rhino-4in-oe-xtreme-sidesteps-textured-black-80in-640080t/

Go Rhino 19-20 Ford Ranger Brackets for OE Xtreme Cab Length SideSteps - 6803685
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/go-rhin...s-for-oe-xtreme-cab-length-sidesteps-6803685/

Rough Country Seat covers pn: 91056A
https://www.roughcountry.com/product/ranger-neoprene-seat-cover-set-91056

Wheels / Tires:

Nitto Ridge Grappler Tires 265/60-18 N217-700
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/nit-217700

KMC KM535 Grenade Offroad 18x8.5 +35 KM53588568435
https://www.beefcakeracing.com/kmc-km53588568435/

Miscellaneous:

WOLF HAUS OFF-ROAD Advanced 12V Bed Power Harness Kit
https://whor.us/store/p/advanced-kit

You sure took some effort to list all your upgrades. Thanks for doing that!

 

[airline tech]

I understand the simplicity of having a physical device installed to disable the auto stop-start functionality, but at $84.99 on sale (regularly $99.99), why would one not opt for a FORScan modification instead? Assuming you have the computer hardware and know-how to do so.

A FORScan compatible OBD2-to-USB cable looks to be available for $34.99-$59.99 and one can utilize the FORScan 2-month free trial or purchase the lifetime license (for what appears to be $50?) to gain that same functionality and more for roughly the same total cost.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but my understanding is that FORScan requires neither a custom tune file nor an ECU flash to function, but rather that it is primarily a diagnostic tool to modify parameters within the ECU.

Forscan is a software program that is a Scan Tool (Reader) with limited special functions for testing and live data (PIDs)
The issue on this side of the Sofware is (LIMITED)
However, where is (SHINES) it allows you to alter (adjust) As-Built data in all modules except the PCM (where it limits) changes.
Now as far as disabling the ASS with Forscan as I did a side by side compare from my truck (with the ASS deleted from the factory) Covid Supply Chain - TY FORD.
So, in curiosity I noted everything that was different from my As Built to others that have ASS and noted them here somewhere. There were not that many changes, and I do not have the switch installed. So, it was mainly turning off anything to do with the ASS switch and also turning off the IPC (ASS) screen.
If I recall, I do not think anyone has tried to set the As-Builts up that I posted to disable ASS, however there was a member who like me had the (ASS Delete) and wanted to ENABLE it back and was unsuccessful in doing so. So, I believe there are some settings in the PCM for the ASS system that also need changed.
The problem with locating those is they are buried and hidden in the Transmission ID blocks - so the tuning side of the PCM and would need a Tuners expertise to break down all the blocks that need changed. I have noted the ones that popped up (showed) different between an ASS and Non-ASS truck but have not confirmed they are actually tied into the ASS system.

So, in a nutshell- the popular way to disable the ASS is to disable the BMS sensor via disconnect the connector or turn it off via Forscan. But this disables both ASS & BMS.
Simple and easy.
If you simply want to disable the ASS only, then it appears to be not so simple of a procedure using Forscan, I am HAPPY I do not have it - I despise the system and mainly the FORCEFULLNESS on how they implement it - It should be a feature you can tick off and it stays off - PERIOD.

The system automatically activates with every ignition cycle and that is due to the fact that the ASS switch is a momentary pulse to a relay - to turn the system off and on.
This is what the A/S Eliminator does, it automatically pulses the circuit as if you were pressing the switch - So every time you start the truck - George Jetson is pushing the switch for you.
I know that it is not much of a big deal and over time it will become nature to just hit the switch before you start to drive - it's just the principle of the system that really gets me fired up.
Now if we can only get - George to push the button and present a steak dinner - now we are set and happy.

In the end of this, you are wanting to disable the ASS it is much easier to just plug in the Eliminator or disconnect the BMS sensor - Simple & Easy and these days (Cheap)
as another posted mentioned - all of the As-Built changes will need to be done manually (Not the Easy menus) some are comfortable doing this - MOST are not and steer clear of entering that side of the module programming. I actually prefer it, I want to SEE what is being changed, not a click here tab and it makes the changes automatically (what if there is a mis-program of that tab)? how do you know what happened and what was incorrectly altered? YOU DON'T without going through every single As-Built data line to locate the file that was changed improperly.

 

[boostedranger69]

You sure took some effort to list all your upgrades. Thanks for doing that!

I work in parts sales so i keep lists of mods for the popular cars we deal with for quick reference. I saw this thread and figured id clean it up some and share. Took it a step farther and added links because links make everything easier! LOL

 

[CashSeeAO]

The Eliminator was a good investment for me and has worked without a hitch. I got more and more irritated after pushing the the on/off button for the 1st year and when I forgot to turn it off occasionally listening to the engine stumbling when it started again. Also I get a notification on the instrument panel when I start the truck that indicates the on and off status of the ASS system. Does this notification show when the ASS is disabled by FORscan? Thanks.

I have no notification …my ASS was disabled by FORScan.

 

[OrangeStreak]

I have no notification …my ASS was disabled by FORScan.

I see you're from NM too. Great weather in this area. Yesterday (last day of the year) clear and sunny at around 4:30 PM...

 

[CashSeeAO]

I see you're from NM too. Great weather in this area. Yesterday (last day of the year) clear and sunny at around 4:30 PM...

Love the warm weather! It’s nice to know a member from NM. I am out in Edgewood.

 

[Racket]

My simple solution to disabling ASS was to plug a night light into the AC outlets in the back. I requested it be disabled when I purchased my Unleashed tune(r). Used Forscan to disable the fake engine noise and double honk. Downloaded the as-built data from Ford a while back so I can set the truck to stock when I bring it to the dealership.

As for must have accessories (if it isn't already in this thread) the AVS hood protector is pretty high up on my list. Got one after a few months of ownership seeing chips on the leading edge of the hood.

 

[OrangeStreak]

Love the warm weather! It’s nice to know a member from NM. I am out in Edgewood.

My sister and husband live in Edgewood...they like it a lot and won't live any where else.

 

[OrangeStreak]

My simple solution to disabling ASS was to plug a night light into the AC outlets in the back. I requested it be disabled when I purchased my Unleashed tune(r). Used Forscan to disable the fake engine noise and double honk. Downloaded the as-built data from Ford a while back so I can set the truck to stock when I bring it to the dealership.

As for must have accessories (if it isn't already in this thread) the AVS hood protector is pretty high up on my list. Got one after a few months of ownership seeing chips on the leading edge of the hood.

AVS Bugflector II. It is attached with fasteners...

 

[boostedranger69]

AVS Bugflector II. It is attached with fasteners...

I have been contemplating if i want to get the AVS Aeroskin Lightshield. I have been on the fence between it and the standard AVS like you have. Once i saw someone local with the Lightshield i now want it. lol Looks pretty cool.

AVS 19-22 Ford Ranger Low Profile Aeroskin Lightshield Pro - Black Part #: avs953166
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/avs-19-22-ford-ranger-low-profile-aeroskin-lightshield-pro-black-953166/

 

[airline tech]

I have been contemplating if i want to get the AVS Aeroskin Lightshield. I have been on the fence between it and the standard AVS like you have. Once i saw someone local with the Lightshield i now want it. lol Looks pretty cool.

AVS 19-22 Ford Ranger Low Profile Aeroskin Lightshield Pro - Black Part #: avs953166
https://beefcakeoffroad.com/avs-19-22-ford-ranger-low-profile-aeroskin-lightshield-pro-black-953166/

It would be awesome if they strobed like (KITT) most likely not legal though (GRR)

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