Forscan connection via WiFi ELM adaptor.

[CCCars]

Hi all, been having a bit of a time with my 99 Transit auto with EPIC, started with low vacuum for the brakes and led to boost issues showing on Forscan reader, updated to the Forscan lite but it wants to use bluetooth but as my adapter is WiFi it can't connect to the adapter, any way around this?
Started this in the Mk5 area but apparently Forscan is used more by the newer model folks?
Graham

[knobby1]

Hi all, been having a bit of a time with my 99 Transit auto with EPIC, started with low vacuum for the brakes and led to boost issues showing on Forscan reader, updated to the Forscan lite but it wants to use bluetooth but as my adapter is WiFi it can't connect to the adapter, any way around this?
Started this in the Mk5 area but apparently Forscan is used more by the newer model folks?
Graham

I'm not sure Forscan is compatible with the Mk5's.

Lord Knobrot

[MinorMatt]

Hi all, been having a bit of a time with my 99 Transit auto with EPIC, started with low vacuum for the brakes and led to boost issues showing on Forscan reader, updated to the Forscan lite but it wants to use bluetooth but as my adapter is WiFi it can't connect to the adapter, any way around this?
Started this in the Mk5 area but apparently Forscan is used more by the newer model folks?
Graham

I'm not sure Forscan is compatible with the Mk5's.

Lord Knobrot

It will read the EPIC

[CCCars]

I have read the EPIC with Forscan reader no problem, upgraded to Forscan Lite and it wants me to use Bluetooth to connect but as my ELM adaptor is WiFi no joy, do I need to get a Bluetooth ELM now to be able to connect with Forscan Lite?
Is there any way to reset the fault codes in the meantime so I can see if I have cured the boost faults with the new boost sensor(MAP) I've just fitted?
Thanks
Graham

[MinorMatt]

You need the code reader to clear codes on an epic, there is no "DIY" clear - although it would be good if I could work out how too

[CCCars]

Been a while but here I am back again, finally got Forscan lite to work, had to change the setting on my phone for the app to use wifi and it connected to the adaptor although I had repeated notices to select bluetooth so assume that is the default.
Been chasing the dreaded tinworm out of the van ready for MOT time but made time today while waiting for the filler to go hard to test for codes since fitting the new boost sensor, reset the codes and only one remaining is P1302 Boost calibration low, haven't been for a drive yet but still got painting to do first.
Graham

[Jim Archer]

A lot of folk find the NFC versions aren't that reliable, the USB version doesn't suffer the comms issues.

Jim

[CCCars]

Thanks Jim, once I configured the App correctly on my phone connected OK, just need some help now to tackle this remaining P1302 fault code, any suggestions?
I've already replaced the boost pressure sensor.
Graham

[Jim Archer]

Matt is one of the forums' resident EPIC experts. I suspect you'd need to use a proper FDS/Laser2000 reader to get the true fault analysis.

Me gut feeling is the signal from your new sensor is lower than the EMC unit is expecting. ECUs at that time tended to be relatively stand-alone, so it may just need driving for it to re-set calibrations. On the other hand, it may be there is a trim table/input that requires setting against the board reference value/resistor.

Is it a OE Ford MAP transducer? Why was it changed? If it was due to a 'low' signal, it is worth checking the board for a dry joint at the ref resistor(s).

HTH

Jim

[CCCars]

Hi Jim, I've checked the boost pressure reading from the sensor via Forscan and it matches what I'm getting on my test pressure gauge i.e. a best reading of about
5 psi but that was just full revs in neutral not under load, will do a road test and see what I get under load and see how it is on my "reference hill"
I am in dialogue with Matt and still trying different theories.
Thanks
Graham