Ford Ids Version History Fixed

The Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) serves as the primary factory-level diagnostic software for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Since its inception as the successor to the Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS), IDS has undergone significant evolution to support advancing vehicle networks and communication protocols. 1. The Transition from WDS to IDS

Version R110–R116: These updates expanded coverage for 2019 and 2020 model year vehicles before the software began to be phased out for newer models. ford ids version history

Key Version Eras & Highlights

| Version Range | Era / Year | Key Features & Changes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | v1.x – v40.x | 2004 – 2010 | - Initial releases for Ford, Lincoln, Mercury.
- Supported CAN (Controller Area Network) transition.
- Basic module reprogramming, DTC reading, PIDS data logging.
- Last versions to support older Ford EEC-IV/V systems. | | v41.x – v60.x | 2010 – 2013 | - Improved USB VCM (Vehicle Communication Module) support.
- Added more guided diagnostics and wiring diagrams.
- Support for early Ford Touch/SYNC modules. | | v61.x – v80.x | 2013 – 2016 | - Major UI overhaul (more modern ribbon interface).
- Better support for 2013+ vehicle architectures.
- Introduction of Network Test and Forscan-like module initialization.
- Improved PMI (Programmable Module Installation). | | v81.x – v90.x | 2016 – 2018 | - Stability and security updates (preventing unauthorized flashing).
- Full support for 2017 Super Duty and 2018 Mustang (new modules).
- Last versions to support some older 2004-2005 vehicles fully. | | v95.x – v107.x | 2018 – 2020 | - Final major IDS releases.
- "Legacy mode" introduced for vehicles 2004-2019.
- Late 2018: Ford announces IDS will be replaced by FDRS for 2020+ models.
- v107.06 (approx. March 2020): One of the final stable releases. | | v108.x – v110.x | 2020 – 2021 | - Minor maintenance releases only.
- No new vehicle support beyond 2019 model year.
- Official end of support: December 2021 (no more software updates or module files for new vehicles). | The Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) serves as

Current Iteration (V132+): As of late 2025 and early 2026, IDS is still maintained for legacy vehicle support, with Version 132.04 being a recent stable release. The Shift to FDRS VCM RETAIL - Ford The Transition from WDS to IDS Version R110–R116: