What's new in FORScan

May 29, 2023 - FORScan services downtime notification

On June 01, 2023 FORScan servers will be migrated to another host facility. FORScan web site and services may be partially or completely unavailable in the period from 05:00 to 11:00 GMT.

April 27, 2023 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.53 is released

Fixed random crash on startup, improved support for 2023 model year models, other improvements.

April 24, 2023 - Vgate vLinker FS Bluetooth adapter is available

Vgate has started sales of the vLinker FS BT, a Bluetooth version of the vLinker FS. The adapter has all the same features as the USB version. In addition, it is Apple MFI certified, so becomes a perfect choice for both FORScan Lite platforms - Android and iOS.

March 31, 2023 - FORScan Lite v1.5.17, FORScan Demo v1.5.17 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to the new core 2.3.52. Added support for new vLinker FS Bluetooth adapter.

March 30, 2023 - FORScan Lite v1.5.17, FORScan Viewer v1.5.17 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to the new core 2.3.52. Save/Send functions are replaced or extended (depending on the function) with standard iOS Share functionality. Added support for new vLinker FS Bluetooth adapter (Apple MFI certified). Updates and fixes in language translations for all supported languages. Other fixes and improvements.

March 29, 2023 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.52 is released

Improved support for 2023 model year models. New functions, other fixes and improvements.

February 21, 2023 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.51 is released

Vehicle database update, improved support for 2023 model year models. New functions, fixes and improvements.

December 26, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.16, FORScan Demo v1.5.16 for Android are released

Due to another blocking of our account and application on Google Play, starting from this version we will distribute it only through our own site. We had to issue two editions of FORScan Lite for Android: Google Play Edition for users who purchased license on Google Play and Independent Edition for new users. More information can be found on our Support page.

December 22, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.16, FORScan Viewer v1.5.16 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to the new core 2.3.50.

December 22, 2022 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.50 is released

Vehicle database update, improved support for 2022 and 2023 MY model. New functions, fixes and improvements.

December 06, 2022 - Resuming FORScan Lite for Android distribution in Google Play Market

FORScan Lite for Android is available on Google Play Market. In the meantime, a decision has been made to stop using Google Play Market for a further FORScan Lite distribution. Future versions of the application will be distributed through our own site.

December 01, 2022 - Resuming FORScan Lite for iOS distribution

FORScan Lite for iOS is available on Apple App Store.

November 22, 2022 - Google blocked selling FORScan Lite for Android in Google Play Market

Google has blocked our account for a formal reason, we are hopeful it is a temporary issue that will be sorted out shortly. Right now we are trying to resolve it with Google. Links to the FORScan Lite for Android have been temporarily removed from our site as the application is not accessible.

October 19, 2022 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.49 is released

Vehicle database update, improved support for 2022 MY model, multiple new functions, fixes and improvements.

September 13, 2022 - Suspending FORScan Lite for iOS distriubtion

We don't receive payouts from Apple anymore, also they ignore our requests to their support. So we have to suspended further ditribution of the FORScan Lite for iOS application.

June 27, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.15, FORScan Demo v1.5.15 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to the new core 2.3.48. Added support for USB-UART chip Prolific G-series used in ELS27 v4.1.

June 22, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.15, FORScan Viewer v1.5.15 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to the new core 2.3.48.

June 22, 2022 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.48 is released

Vehicle database update, improved support for 2022 MY model, some new functions, fixes and improvements.

May 12, 2022 - Resuming FORScan Lite for iOS distribution

FORScan Lite for iOS is available on Apple App Store again.

April 21, 2022 - Resuming Extended License sales

We have resumed selling paid Extended Licenses, thus far the 1 year only. We had to increase the price as the whole payment stuff is more expensive for us now.

Also, registration on our forum is now available only to paid users. Invitation code is provided in the confirmation email. Paid users who need account on our forum and have no invitation code, please contact support.

April 19, 2022 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.47 is released

Vehicle database update, improved support for 2022 MY model. New functions, fixes and improvements.

April 01, 2022 - Suspending FORScan Lite for iOS distriubtion

Due to sanctions against Russian banks and Apple's refusal to make another monthly payment, we have to suspend FORScan Lite for iOS distribution. Application will be available again as soon as the problem has been resolved.

March 04, 2022 - Suspending Extended License sales

Due to sanctions against Russian banks and unability to transfer funds, we have to suspend selling Extended Licenses.

February 15, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.14, FORScan Demo v1.5.14 for Android are released

Migration to new core (2.3.46). Fixed crash in the R-Mode rebalance service function. The dialog that informs user about using not recommended adapter will be displayed only on the first run of the application.

February 14, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.14, FORScan Viewer v1.5.14 for iOS are released

Migration to new core (2.3.46). Fixed crash in the R-Mode rebalance service function. The dialog that informs user about using not recommended adapter will be displayed only on the first run of the application. Other fixes and improvements.

February 07, 2022 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.46 is released

Improved support for 2022 MY models (Bronco Sport, Edge, Escape, Mach-E, Ranger, Lincoln Corsair). New functions, fixes and improvements.

January 20, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.13, FORScan Demo v1.5.13 for Android are released

Migration to new core (2.3.45), fixes and improvements.

January 16, 2022 - FORScan Lite v1.5.13, FORScan Viewer v1.5.13 for iOS are released

Migration to new core (2.3.45). Migration to iOS 15 SDK. GUI bug fixes and improvements.

January 16, 2022 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.45 is released

Vehicle database update, improved support for 2021-2022 MY models. Many new service functions, fixes, improvements.

November 25, 2021 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.44 is released

Vehicle database update, new service functions, fixes, improvements.

October 30, 2021 - FORScan Lite v1.5.12.1 for Android is released

Fixed crash bugs experienced by some users.

October 06, 2021 - FORScan Lite v1.5.12, FORScan Demo v1.5.12 for Android are released

Migration to new core (2.3.43). Fixed GUI problems in new service functions. Added new USB connection type for CH34x chip.

Note: we strongly recommend to clear vehicles' cache (Vehicle section, Service button, "Clear cache") after installing this version.

September 29, 2021 - FORScan Lite v1.5.12, FORScan Viewer v1.5.12 for iOS are released

Migration to new core (2.3.43). Fixed GUI problems in new service functions. Small visual fixes.

Note: we strongly recommend to clear vehicles' cache (Vehicle section, Service button, "Clear cache") after installing this version.

September 28, 2021 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.43 is released

Improved support for 2022MY F-Series. New configuration parameters, service functions, fixes, improvements.

September 02, 2021 - FORScan 10th Year Anniversary

Ten years ago on this day the first version for Windows was published.

August 23, 2021 - Vgate vLinker FS USB adapter is available

Vgate vLinker FS is one more powerful and approachable USB adapter that was developed specially for our project. Vgate vLinker FS is very good for any existing and future tasks performed by FORScan. In particular, it is the first of appoachable adapters that supports FEPS, even although FEPS support in FORScan is still under development.

August 21, 2021 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.42 is released

Vehicle database update, support for 2022MY F-Series and 2021MY Bronco. Improved support for new Mazda 3/CX-30, displaying firmware updates for Mazda 2011+MY. New configuration parameters, service functions, fixes, improvements.

June 03, 2021 - FORScan Lite v1.5.11, FORScan Demo v1.5.11 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.41). Fixed problem accessing shared files, appeared in Android 11.

Note: we recommend to clear vehicles' cache (Vehicle section, Service button, "Clear cache") after installing this version.

June 02, 2021 - FORScan Lite v1.5.11, FORScan Viewer v1.5.11 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.41). Fixed visual issues appeared in iOS 13,14. Returned support for 32 bit devices in iOS 9,10.

Note: we recommend to clear vehicles' cache (Vehicle section, Service button, "Clear cache") after installing this version.

May 29, 2021 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.41 beta is released

Vehicle database update, many new service functions functions. Other additions and improvements.

May 21, 2021 - Support service changes

Due to seriously increased load to the development and support team, we have to limit our support service only to FORScan users who purchased one of paid products (FORScan Lite for iOS, Android or paid FORScan Extended License). We are sorry for any inconvenience.

May 03, 2021 - Limited support in the period of May 01 - May 10

Due to nationwide holidays from May 01 to May 10 and partial unavailability of the development team, some requests to support may experience much greater than usual processing time (up to several days instead of usual 24 hours). We are sorry for the inconvenience.

April 21, 2021 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.40 beta is released

Vehicle database update, support for SYNC4, new configuration parameters and functions. Improved support for 2021 MY models. Other fixes and improvements.

March 24, 2021 - Attention! Wrongful and unfair supppliers sell "FORScan" and "FORScan Pro" adapters

Impudent guys from China deceive people by selling "FORScan" package. Read more...

March 17, 2021 - FORScan Lite v1.5.10, FORScan Demo v1.5.10 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.39).

Note: we recommend to clear vehicles' cache (Vehicle section, Service button, "Clear cache") after installing this version.

March 17, 2021 - FORScan Lite v1.5.10, FORScan Viewer v1.5.10 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.39).

Note: we recommend to clear vehicles' cache (Vehicle section, Service button, "Clear cache") after installing this version.

March 16, 2021 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.39 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new configuration parameters and functions. Optimization for high DPI monitors and graphics improvements. Improved support for 2021 MY models. Other fixes and improvements.

Note: we recommend to remove old vehicle profiles (Vehicle->Profiles) after installing this version.

January 22, 2021 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.38 beta is released

Vehicle database update, many new configuration parameters and functions. Improved support for 2021 MY models. Other fixes and improvements.

December 05, 2020 - Resuming Extended License sales

In addition to the mails sent by payment processor, now activation code is also emailed by the FORScan server.

December 04, 2020 - Suspending Extended License sales

Due to technical problems on side of our partner, MyCommerce/ShareIt, we have to stop selling licenses using their service. If you paid for the license but have not received an activation code, please contact our support. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

November 28, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.37 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new functions, fixes and improvements.

October 20, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.9, FORScan Demo v1.5.9 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.36). Note: FORScan Demo will not be available on Google Play Market anymore, it now has to be installed directly from our website. Please make sure you have allowed install from unknown sources in your Android device settings.

October 20, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.9, FORScan Viewer v1.5.9 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.36), support for vLinker FD BLE, small bugfix.

October 16, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.36 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new functions, fixed bug in PATS outcode/incode calculator, other fixes and improvements.

September 08, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.4.2 beta is released

Fixes and improvements after first feedback from our users.

September 01, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.4.1 beta is released

This is first public release of the version with module firmware update function. Please see release notes for details.

August 31, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.35 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new functions, major fixes and improvements.

July 19, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.8, FORScan Viewer v1.5.8 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.34).

July 09, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.8, FORScan Demo v1.5.8 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.34).

July 05, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.34 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new functions, fixes, improvements.

June 22, 2020 - Blacklisted mail domains

We have to create a black list of mail domains that block or refuse emails from FORScan mail server without any good reason. Emails that belong to these domains will not be allowed to be used on FORScan forums and also will not be processed by FORScan Support Team. More information and list of blocked domains can be found in this thread.

May 09, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.7, FORScan Demo v1.5.7 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.33).

May 08, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.7, FORScan Viewer v1.5.7 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.33).

May 08, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.33 beta is released

New functions, fixes, improvements.

April 15, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.32 beta is released

Vehicle database update, automated loading factory As Built Data by VIN in configuration functions, other new functions, fixes, improvements.

March 25, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.6, FORScan Demo v1.5.6 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.31).

March 24, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.6, FORScan Viewer v1.5.6 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.31).

FORScan Lite User manual for iOS and Android are updated to reflect the latest changes

March 21, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.31 beta is released

New functions, fixes, improvements.

March 07, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.30 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new configuration parameters, new functions, fixes, improvements. Improved support for some 2020 MY models (F-Series, Ranger). The build was checked for zero anti-virus false positive alerts.

Feburary 16, 2020 - Antivirus false positive problem in FORScan for Windows v2.3.29

Latest version of FORScan for Windows (2.3.29) caused false positive alerts in several anti-virus software, including Windows defender. We have created a thread on our forum to inform users about status of this problem and solution to it.

Feburary 08, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.5, FORScan Demo v1.5.5 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.29), fixed bug in vehicle cache that might cause loss of vehicle and profile information on some devices.

Feburary 07, 2020 - FORScan Lite v1.5.5, FORScan Viewer v1.5.5 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.29).

February 04, 2020 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.29 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new configuration parameters, new functions, multiple fixes and improvements.

January 3, 2020 - Web site update

Frequently Asked Questions page is updated: added answers to typical questions sent to our support team.

December 31, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.5.4, FORScan Demo v1.5.4 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.28), also improved algorithm to choose right default Bluetooth device at the first connect (old algorithm sometimes selected SYNC, headphones etc instead of OBD adapter).

Happy New Year!

December 30, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.5.4, FORScan Viewer v1.5.4 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.28).

December 30, 2019 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.28 beta is released

Fixed crash bug at the end of loading vehicle configuration that happened on some cars.

December 19, 2019 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.27 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new configuration parameters for new and old models, new functions, fixes and improvements. Implemented support for extended set of STN commands for OBDLink EX and ELS27 (firmware v3.4.x+). EL1 release is not supported anymore.

December 17, 2019 - Posted helpful article about MyKey

We have posted a helpful article on how to remove MyKey option with FORScan without any programming or admin key. This question seems to be very actual for many of FORScan users.

December 10, 2019 - OBDLink EX adapter is available

OBD Solutions company has released their brand new OBDLink EX USB adapter. This product was created specially for our project, FORScan team was directly involved in testing and refinement of the adapter. In addition to high performance and MS-CAN bus support, OBDLink EX has a set of advanced features that make it comparable to expensive J2534 PassThru devices but for very reasonable price.

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.24), added support for VeePeak BLE adapter (Note! This adapter has no MS-CAN support, also BLE interface is slower than standard Bluetooth and WiFi).

August, 05, 2019 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.24 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new configuration parameters, new functions, fixes and improvements.

Please note that build with new Extended License keys is now primary and has no EL2 suffix in the distributive name anymore. Version with old Extended License keys is available for compatibility purpose only and contains EL1 suffix in the distributive name. More information about old and new keys can be found here.

June 29, 2019 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.23 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new functions, fixes and improvements. Added many configuration parameters for different modules of different models.

May 17, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.5.1, FORScan Demo v1.5.1 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.22), fixed missing Settings section for Czech and Slovak locales, fixed incorrect work of USB Universal connection procedure with FTDI chip.

May 16, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.5.1, FORScan Viewer v1.5.1 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.22), fixed crash in iOS 7.

May 11, 2019 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.22 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new functions, fixes and improvements.

Also, in this version we implemented new Extended License protection system to resolve problems experienced by some users. Old and new Extended License keys have identical functionality, but not fully compatible with each other. In order to provide smooth transaction, during a transition period we will deliver 2 releases of FORScan for Windows: one that works with old keys and one with EL2 suffix that works with new keys. More information about old and new keys can be found here.

April 27, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.5.0, FORScan Demo v1.5.0 for Android are released

Major release that includes new section Service added, vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.21), fixes and improvements.

Version number "jumped" from 1.3.7 to 1.5.0 to unify versioning with FORScan Lite for iOS.

April 23, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.5.0, FORScan Viewer v1.5.0 for iOS are released

Major release that includes new section Service added, vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.21), optimization for iOS 12 and new iOS devices.

March 30, 2019 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.21 beta is released

Vehicle database update, multiple new functions, fixes and improvements.

March 02, 2019 - Paid long term and lifelong Extended Licenses are now available

Now everyone can purchase 1 year, 3 years, 5 years or lifelong Extended License on the Products page.

Note: 2 months free trial licenses are still available as before.

February 08, 2019 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.20 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new functions, fixes and improvements.

February 02, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.3.7, FORScan Demo v1.3.7 for Android are released

Fixpack for dashboard graphics problem appeared under Android 9, other visual bugs that came out under Android of versions 7, 8 and 9.

January 22, 2019 - Added instruction for OBDLink SX modification

Added article "Modifying an OBDLINK SX USB Adapter for HS/MS-CAN relay managed by RTS".

January 14, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.3.6.1, FORScan Demo v1.3.6.1 for Android are released

Update to fix USB connection issues (USB Universal connection option added again).

January 07, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.3.6, FORScan Demo v1.3.6 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.19), support for OBDLink MX+ adapter, fixes and improvements.

January 03, 2019 - FORScan Lite v1.4.5, FORScan Viewer v1.4.5 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.19), support for OBDLink MX+ adapter, work in background mode in case of using Bluetooth and BLE adapters.

December 25, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.19 beta is released

Vehicle database update, better support for models of 2018-2019 model years, support for OBDLink MX+ and many other new functions, fixes and improvements.

October 21, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.3.5, FORScan Demo v1.3.5 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.18), bugfix.

October 19, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.4.4, FORScan Viewer v1.4.4 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.18).

October 19, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.18 beta is released

Version 2.3.17 had too many bugs. So the main purpose of the 2.3.18 release is to fix bugs and stabilize the application.

October 5, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.17 beta3 is released

Bug fix.

September 30, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.17 beta2 is released

Bug fixes. Please find details on the Download page.

September 25, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.17 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

July 22, 2018 - Site improvements

New chapter "Forum" is added to the "FAQ" page. We have added ability to use email address as a forum login name (previously only username had to be used for log in). Also, the forum password recovery page now allows to enter username OR email (previously both fields were required).

July 06, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.3.4, FORScan Demo v1.3.4 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.16).

July 05, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.4.3, FORScan Viewer v1.4.3 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.16).

July 04, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.16 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

June 17, 2018 - Forum downtime because of the board upgrade

We are going to upgrade the forum board software. Expected downtime for the forum (and license key generator) is 08:00 - 13:00 CEST.

May 24, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.3.3, FORScan Demo v1.3.3 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.15), fixes and improvements.

May 21, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.4.2, FORScan Viewer v1.4.2 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.15), several fixes and improvements in user interface.

May 16, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.15 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

Wine version will not be supported anymore.

April 14, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.3.2, FORScan Demo v1.3.2 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.14), fixes and improvements in Tests functionality.

April 14, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.4.1, FORScan Viewer v1.4.1 for iOS are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.14), fixes and improvements in Tests functionality, new setting.

April 11, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.14 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

March 3, 2018 - FORScan Lite User Manual update

FORScan Lite User manuals for iOS and Android are updated to reflect the latest changes

March 2, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.3.1, FORScan Demo v1.3.1 for Android are released

Fixed bug with disappearing Settings menu item (for all languages except English and Russian)

March 1, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.3.0 for Android is released

Major release that includes new section Tests added, vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.13). We are sorry for so significant delay with this delivery.

February 5, 2018 - FORScan Lite v1.4.0, FORScan Viewer v1.4.0 for iOS is released

Major release that includes: new section Tests added (promised long time ago), vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.13), massive set of fixes and improvements of visual issues appeared in new iOS versions and on new devices.

Also, new application for iOS is released - FORScan Viewer. This is a simple app that can be used to check vehicle on-board network configuration (modules) and read diagnostic trouble codes (DTC). Among other things, we recommend to use this free application to check base FORScan abilties and compatibility with adapter and vehicle.

February 2, 2018 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.13 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

October 21, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.2.11, FORScan Demo v1.2.11 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.12), Hungarian language, fixes, improvements.

October 20, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.3.11 for iOS is released

Vehicle database update, Hungarian language, migration to new core (2.3.12), bugfix. Unfortunately, iOS 6.x is not supported anymore.

October 11, 2017 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.12 beta is released

There were several bugs found in version 2.3.11, including couple of serious ones. So it was decided to release as soon as possible the new version that has these problems fixed

October 1, 2017 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.11 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

August 19, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.2.10.1 for Android is released

Minor update to fix a bug in Google LVL library that caused false "not licensed" error on some Android devices

August 10, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.2.10, FORScan Demo v1.2.10 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.10), new features, fixes, improvements. Also, this update contains some changes in license verification procedure. So at first start FORScan may need Internet connection to verify the license via Google. This is one-time check.

August 1, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.3.10 for iOS is released

Vehicle database update, auto-connect function, migration to new core (2.3.10). User manual is updated.

July 27, 2017 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.10 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

June 14, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.2.9, FORScan Demo v1.2.9 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.9), bug fixes.

June 9, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.3.9 for iOS is released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.9), bug fixes.

May 25, 2017 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.9 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements. Please find details on the Download page.

April 19, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.2.8, FORScan Demo v1.2.8 for Android are released

Added new languages, aggregated output. Migration to new core (2.3.8), bugfix. User manual is updated.

April 11, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.3.8 for iOS is released

Aggregated output, migration to new core (2.3.8), small fixes and improvements. Also, user manual is updated.

March 24, 2017 - FORScan for Windows version 2.3.8 beta is released

New languages, functions, fixes, improvements. Most significant updates are: aggregated output (ability to out PIDs from several modules simultaneously) and built-in PATS outcode/incode calculator (only for pre-2011/2012 cars). It is recommended to check Release notes

February 16, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.2.7, FORScan Demo v1.2.7 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.7).

February 13, 2017 - FORScan Lite v1.3.7 for iOS is released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.7).

February 13, 2017 - FORScan version 2.3.7 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New functions, fixes, improvements.

January 7, 2017 - FORScan version 2.3.6 beta is released

Fixed bug of incorrect As Built Data management in some modules of pre-CAN vehicles. Added several service functions for Ford and Mazda. Other fixes and improvements

December 19, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.3.6 for iOS is released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.5), support for PLX Kiwi 3 BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) adapter. Fixes, improvements.

December 18, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.2.6, FORScan Demo v1.2.6 for Android are released

Fixed crash bug appeared sometimes after upgrade to version 1.2.5 from earlier ones

December 17, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.2.5, FORScan Demo v1.2.5 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.5). Support for 4 new languages, CH34x USB drivers, other features, fixes, improvements

December 16, 2016 - FORScan version 2.3.5 beta is released

Vehicle database update. New languages, service and configuration functions, PATS programming. Fixes, improvements.

September 21, 2016 - FORScan version 2.3.4 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new languages, service and configuration functions, fixes, improvements.

July 29, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.2.4, FORScan Demo v1.2.4 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.3). Stability and performance improvements in Bluetooth communication procedure

July 28, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.3.5 for iOS is released

Vehicle database update, migration to new core (2.3.3)

July 26, 2016 - FORScan version 2.3.3 beta is released

Vehicle database update, also new service and configuration functions, fixes, improvements. Details are on the Download page.

June 07, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.2.3, FORScan Demo v1.2.3 for Android are released

Re-added "native" USB drivers of FTDI and Prolific (removed in v1.2.2). Migration to new core, some fixes and improvements

June 01, 2016 - FORScan version 2.3.2 beta is released

New test, service and configuration functions, fixes, improvements. Also, since this version special Wine-compliant build (without Extended License support) will be released

May 20, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.2.2, FORScan Demo v1.2.2 for Android are released

Vehicle database update, added USB support for all USB bridges (FTDI, Silicon Labs, CHxx, Prolific...), added Portuguese, added ability to move application to SD card, other fixed and improvements

May 14, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.3.4 for iOS is released

Vehicle database update, some fixes and improvements.

April 25, 2016 - FORScan version 2.3.1 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new PATS and Service functions, multiple fixes and improvements

March 01, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.2.1, FORScan Demo v1.2.1 for Android are released

Fixed crash bug in communication with Bluetooth and USB adapters

February 27, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.2.0, FORScan Demo v1.2.0 for Android are released

Migration to core 2.3.0, also added: support for USB adapters (please see Release Notes), two new sizes for gauges ("very big" and "huge"), option to change gauge view in Dashboard mode (Text, Dial or Combined), Polish language, Auto-connect option, other fixes and improvements

February 20, 2016 - FORScan version 2.3.0 beta is released

Added new section "Configuration and Programming", also a set of new functions, fixes and improvements.

February 03, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.3.3 for iOS is released

Added two new sizes for gauges (very big and huge)

January 20, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.1.4, FORScan Demo v1.1.4 for Android is released

Migration to kernel version 2.2.11, removed PID duplicates.

January 13, 2016 - FORScan version 2.2.11 beta is released

Fixed crash bug of version for Windows on connection to vehicle (usually, after switch to MS-CAN)

January 12, 2016 - FORScan Lite v1.3.2 for iOS is released

Database update, added PID precision (digits after the decimal point), fixes and improvements, migration to core 2.2.10.

December 31, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.10 beta is released

Fixes and improvements in communication procedures, improved stability for wireless adapters (WiFi, Bluetooth)

Happy New Year to everyone!

December 27, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.9 beta is released

Improvements and fixes, database update.

December 11, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.1.3, FORScan Demo v1.1.3 for Android is released

Fixed several bugs displaying and managing PIDs, added support for Android devices without Bluetooth (GPS navigators, 3rd party head units etc)

October 31, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.1.1, FORScan Demo v1.1.1 for Android is released

Added scaling for Dashboard and Graphs (changing size of Dashboard and Graphs). Adding "min/max" and "precision" settings for parameters. Added translations for Finnish, Romanian, Lithuanian. Other fixes and improvements. Migration to core 2.2.8.

October 31, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.8 beta is released

Massive set of fixes and improvements in J2534 protocol support, major fixes in PATS procedures. Other new functions, fixes, improvements

October 9, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.3.1 for iOS is released

Added iPad interface, database update, fixes, improvements, migration to core 2.2.7.

September 21, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.7 beta is released

Some kind of fix pack version - no new functions in this version, but fix of critical bugs.

September 16, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.6 beta is released

Support for Windows Bluetooth API, test for Windows 10, new service functions, fixes and improvements. Details are on the Download page.

July 20, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.5 beta is released

This version contains numerous changes, fixes, improvements and some new functions. Detail are on the Download page. It is also recommended to read release notes.

June 29, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.0.1, FORScan Demo v1.0.4 for Android is released

Fixed crash bug when user changes measurement unit in Settings (German language only). Added license check emulation in Demo (to indicate license problems, for example, in case of using Blackberry 10 + Snap).

June 25, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.0.0 for Android is released

FORScan Lite for Android is finally released and available on Google Play market. Please use free FORScan Demo for Android to check compatibility with your adapter. Details are on the Download page. Also, FORScan Lite for Android documentation is released and available on the Documentation page.

May 28, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.2.5 for iPhone is released

Migration to core 2.2.4. Support of new models, bugfix and improvements.

May 09, 2015 - Changes in external licensing procedure

Trial licenses are now issued in an automated mode, details are available here

May 08, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.4 beta is released

Added PATS programming functions for a few more popular European models and many US models of 1998-2009. Added Fuel Pump Learn service function for Transit of 2006 model year, Finnish language, support of HSCAN2 and HSCAN3 bus for the newest Ford Hybrid models, small fixes and other improvements

April 17, 2015 - Beta testing FORScan Lite for Android

Started beta testing of FORScan Lite for Android. Link to details.

March 09, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.3 beta is released

Unscheduled delivery to release fixes to major bugs found by users. We recommend to Mondeo Focus Mk1, Mondeo Mk3, Transit 2000-2005, Transit Connect 1.8 2002-2008 with TDDI/TDCI engines, and also Transit 2006-2012 owners to look at release notes.

February 26, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.2.4 for iPhone is released

Migration to core 2.2.2. Bugfix and improvements.

February 11, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.2 beta is released

Massive set of fixes and improvements, new service functions

January 14, 2015 - FORScan Lite v1.2.3 for iPhone is released

Migration to core 2.2.1. Support of new vehicle models and PIDs, freeze frame data for DTCs on vehicles from 2007 model year, bugfix and improvements in communication procedures and content

January 7, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.1 beta is released

Bugfix

January 5, 2015 - FORScan version 2.2.0 beta is released

First version in a new branch, contains new functions and updates: output control function, PATS programming (for popular models for European market of 1999-2002 model years), support of J2534 (Passthru adapters), vehicle database updates, some new PIDs and other functions.

December 23, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.24 beta is released

Added Turkish and Latvian languages

Merry Christmas to everyone!

November 20, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.23 beta is released

Fixes, improvements, few new functions.

November 6, 2014 - FORScan Lite v1.2.2 for iPhone is released

FORScan Lite for iPhone is finally released and can be installed from App Store. Documentation is available here. We also recommend to read release notes.

October 27, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.22 beta is released

Support of FORScan mode added in CANtieCAR adapter, few other changes

October 08, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.21 beta is released

Urgent fix of the vehicle identification bug and bug in the Spanish language profile made in 2.1.20

October 07, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.20 beta is released

New service procedures, fixes and improvements

August 11, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.19 beta is released

New service procedures, support of OBDLink MX WiFi, small fixes and improvements

July 7, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.18 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new service procedures, functions, fixes, improvements.

June 23, 2014 - Beta testing FORScan Lite for iOS

Started beta testing of first mobile version of FORScan: FORScan Lite for iOS. Link to details and discussion.

June 21, 2014 - New article added

Added new article "Performance fix of china ELM327 WiFi adapter"

June 19, 2014 - New FORScan forum opened

We are glad to inform everyone that new forum is online. Some materials on the site, such as articles, HowTo's and FAQs will be moved there.

May 6, 2014 - Article about pre-CAN TDCi injectors' setup

The article "How to configure fuel injectors on the pre-CAN Duratorq HPCR (Puma)" is added to the HowTo chapter.

May 1, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.17 beta is released

Although this version doesn't contain a lot of new features we promised to our users, we have decided to make this release as it contains a set of expected changes, improvements and fixes. First of all - the long-suffering service procedure "Change Fuel Injector Correction Factors" for pre-CAN TDCi engines

March 21, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.16 beta is released

Vehicle database update, new service procedures, fixes, improvements.

February 12, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.15 beta is released

Mainly fixes and improvements, also experimental injector test for Mazda CAN.

January 25, 2014 - FORScan version 2.1.14 beta is released

This version contains massive set of fixes, improvements and new functions.

December 25, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.13 beta is released

Fix of a crash bug, new service procedure for Australian Fords, other fixes and improvements.

Merry Christmas to everyone!

December 16, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.12 beta is released

New service procedures for TDCi engines, fixes, improvements.

December 2, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.11 beta is released

Bugfix.

December 1, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.10 beta is released

New service procedures, improvements, bugfix.

November 1, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.9 beta is released

This version contains massive set of fixes, improvements and new functions, such as vehicle database update, support of MS-CAN in OBDLink MX, new service procedures and so on.

October 1, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.8 beta is released

New service procedures, bugfix.

September 24, 2013 - Addition to the article about MS-CAN

Added "Note for Mondeo Mk3 owners" to the article "How to access MS CAN bus using FORScan v2 and modified ELM327".

September 15, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.7 beta is released

Improvements and fixes in CAN communication procedure.

September 14, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.6 beta is released

Added German language and WiFi adapters' support. New service procedure for Focus/CMax Mk2 1.6 TDCi and major bugfix.

September 1, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.5 beta is released

OBDII module and OBDKey adapter support, DTC status description, major bugfix and improvements.

August 16, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.4 beta is released

Improvements and fixes in CAN communication procedure.

August 15, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.3 beta is released

Added programming injectors for CAN TDCi engines, also some bugfix and improvements.

August 3, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.2 beta is released

New service procedure - programming injectors for pre-CAN TDCi engines, and some bugfix.

July 5, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.1 beta is released

Mainly bugfix and improvements of the existing functionality.

June 28, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.0 beta2 is released

Fixed first errors found by users but not by us

June 28, 2013 - FORScan version 2.1.0 beta is released

The version has important new functionality like first active test, first service procedure, support of STN1170 chipset. Besides, vehicle database is updated in this version - now it is relevant at the June 2013.

June 4, 2013 - FORScan version 2.0.5 beta is released

This version contains massive set of stability fixes and improvements, most important one are corrections in the HS/MS CAN procedure that fix the issue with vehicle's incorrect behaviour at the moment of switch from HS to MS (see news of 1st June). Some of other changes in this version are also quite important.

June 1, 2013 - Warning about using MSCAN bus

We get complaints from users who own latest generation of CAN vehicles (Ford Focus Mk3, Ford Mondeo Mk4, Galaxy/SMax since 2006 etc) that MSCAN functionality on their vehicles sometimes causes inadequate behaviour. So far we don't know if china apapters cause it or something else. In any case, we strongly do NOT recommend to use MS CAN functions on these vehicles until we understand the problem.

May 26, 2013 - Documentation page is changed

PID settings dialog causes a lot of confusion, so we have decided to quickly document it.

May 23, 2013 - FORScan version 2.0.4 beta is released

Fixed bugs found by users: significant error in the vehicle identification procedure, appeared on some models, such as Ford Focus 2. Fixed other bugs. Details are on the Download page.

May 22, 2013 - Article about MSCAN is added to the HowTo section

The article explains how to modify ELM327 for MS CAN support and clarifies some aspects using it with FORScan v2.

May 19, 2013 - FORScan version 2.0.3 beta is released

Small bugfix, details are on download page.

Wating feedback and logs from users on the FORScan v2.

May 17, 2013 - FORScan version 2.0.2 beta is released

Please check the Download page for more information.

March 13, 2013 - v2.0 status update

Official message from the Team:

Unfortunately we have to postpone the v2.0 delivery, so far - to 31 March, but we can not promise it will not be moved again. Main reason - lack of time developers can dedicate for this work. Although this development is in a final stage, there is still a lot of things to do.

We really appreciate for all the encouragement we get from FORScan users. We are sorry for the delay and assure that we do and will do our best to deliver new version as soon as possible. We will also look for a possibility to dedicate more resources on the project in the future.

With best regards,
FORScan Team

February 25, 2013 - FORScan version 1.3.9 beta is released

Minor bugfix.

February 08, 2013 - Re-delivery of FORScan version 1.3.8 beta

Because of error in 1.3.8 beta distributive, we have to replace the distributive with correct one (1.3.8beta2). If you have downloaded the 1.3.8beta already, please replace it with this version.

February 07, 2013 - FORScan version 1.3.8 beta is released

Quite significant pack of fixes and improvements. Please check the Download page for more information.

January 18, 2013 - FORScan version 1.3.7 beta is released

Fixed major bug which sometimes caused FORScan freezing on bluetooth adapters. Also, few minor changes applied.

January 11, 2013 - FORScan version 1.3.6 beta is released

Set of fixes and improvements, mainly related to Mazda. Please check the Download page for more information.

December 19, 2012 - Development of FORScan v2.0 is officially started

The new version should contain a set of new features and major improvements, such as: