Why Do You Need an OEM Scan Tool? The Reason Is Simple: Liability
Posted by ADAS Depot on 8th Jul 2026
Every collision repair professional has run into a position statement that reads something like this one from Ford Motor Company:
"Proper Tools & Procedures: Software: IDS (1996–2018 vehicles), FDRS (2018-onwards). Hardware: VCMII, VCM3, or J2534-compliant interface. Adherence to all Ford Motor Company original equipment repair procedures and calibrations per the work
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