2019 Ranger Radio and Buttons not working

[jbento]

Before replacing the ACM , I would try running a ACM and APIM self test (reset) with a scan tool , also the FCIM or FDIM however it is nomenclated for the non touch screen.

Ok. How do I find the scan tool? Is this Ford specific?

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[airline tech]

Forscan can perform this function or any high end scan tool.

 

[RangerBill]

Ok. How do I find the scan tool? Is this Ford specific?

https://forscan.org/

 

[DukeCanBuildit]

Ok. How do I find the scan tool? Is this Ford specific?

Here’s an article from Car & Driver that compares a handful of OBD-II scannners. The Innova 5610 was rated highest for diagnostic use.

Innova makes a lot of scanners from very basic to very sophisticated. I have a very basic Innova scanner that simply reports any codes. I cannot delete codes, set up TPMS or dive any deeper into systems.

To get to the granular detail that is being suggested, you’ll likely need a more soohisticated unit. Expect to spend about $200-$300 for a very good scanner. You can use it in on pretty much any other vehicle as well.

You could also download Forscan (Ford-soecific) for free and purchase the OBD-II cable for your PC for a lot less and use its diagnostics. There are helpful Forscan threads on the forum.

 

[Dr_Strangelove]

If you're going to get a scan tool, you need to be sure it has full Bi-directional control to perform these tests and resets. And that means you're looking at $300+ for the tool. (Most are in the $600 range, so the one Duke posted is actually a pretty good deal despite being $370.)

Forscan will be a much more economic option, however, you'll be limited to Ford products of course. If you want something to work on multiple vehicle makes, a bidirectional scan tool may actually be a good bet for you.

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