Quest for BlueCruise 1.4 on 2022 Powerboost

[Khal]

Hi guys,

I'm just posting my attempt to get to BlueCruise 1.4 on my 2022 F-150 Powerboost. My hope is that by seeing the raw action, struggles as they happen, etc. that you can decide if this is a route worth pursuing.
I have to give a huge shoutout to @rugedraw who has been an invaluable resource for me to get this going.

I got sick of my Bluecruise driving around like a drunk sailor. And I am also sick of how jerky my transmission is. I called my local dealer and they said they don't know how to update bluecruise (lol yep...) I decided to take it into my own hands. I read somewhere on the forum that a module update fixes the jerkiness of the transmission, so my fingers are crossed for that.

Ok lets cut right to it:

This is my first time attempting anything like this - I've never connected a laptop to an OBD port ever. I work in cybersecurity and am very tech savvy, so I feel comfortable with the technical work as long as instructions are clear.

I ordered the Moongose thing and a 20A battery charger with solid discounts due to prime day - This came at a cost: Package delayed for 5 days.
I finally got the package and got to work: Tons of updates pending.

rugedraw said my sync is at a level where I can install these updates in any order. I don't know how he found that but he's a legend. If you decide to this, you better get with him.

I got my car on the charger in "Power supply mode". The thing automatically chose AGM as the battery type and i saw AGM written on the battery, so that felt like the right automatic selection.

The ground for the black cable is nicely located.

I picked up the FDRS 2 day license and went to the sw update section. I started with the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) and had to do a whole thing with a USB stick. Instructions given by FDRS are very clear. Once that was done, I noticed the ford logo on the splash screen changed to a more modern look. I'll grab pictures soon.

I am now doing the IPMA - Image Processing Module A

Feel free to comment and ask questions. I'll post updates and more pics as I progress. Fingers crossed this pays off! And thanks again @rugedraw!!

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[Fredm2002]

Thanks for the detailed post. I look forward to following your progress as you go through the journey.

 

[Khal]

Done so far:

APIM - Accessory Protocol Interface Module
IPMA - Image Processing Module A
PSCM - Power Steering Control Module


Here is a video of the new logo when starting up and a new animation while shutting down. Pretty sweet! Ford flattened it and made it look more modern.
New logo on start + New shutdown animation

Here is what my FDRS looks like now:

One thing I spotted that is worth mentioning here: When doing the IPMA, it will automatically update the PSCM. The PSCM will do this weird sort of reboot where the truck shutsdown and comes back on. The auto headlamps come on then. I am remotely controlling my laptop from my home office and noticed the voltage drop to 12.8V from 14V. Went to the garage and saw the headlamps on. Beware of this so you don't get drained!

I'm just going down the list now. PCM next!

 

[Khal]

Alright, got all the modules updated. BCM is locked out. ACM was updated but I was told it would just keep showing up as "update-able" and should ignore it once done.

I am now getting to work on that foreskin. Lets goooo

 

[Snakebitten]

Forscan will give better results. I'm just saying.

You're going to enjoy 1.4 if you drive on decent Bluecruise roads.
You'll LOVE 1.4 if you are using it on well marked Bluecruise roads with medium to light traffic.

Not all Bluecruise enabled circumstances are the same. But 1.4, at least in my 2022, is fantastic on long runs of interstate 10. And I have done considerable miles at night, and they are the best.

 

[Khal]

Forscan will give better results. I'm just saying.

You're going to enjoy 1.4 if you drive on decent Bluecruise roads.
You'll LOVE 1.4 if you are using it on well marked Bluecruise roads with medium to light traffic.

Not all Bluecruise enabled circumstances are the same. But 1.4, at least in my 2022, is fantastic on long runs of interstate 10. And I have done considerable miles at night, and they are the best.

Lmao, ok ill stop playing around with the foreskin and use forscan instead.

I'm stoked man. I go hiking very frequently and red rock canyon is about 30 mins from where I live. It is 95% highway and it is blue cruise mapped!! Right now I get cut out of bluecruise almost every 5 mins due to the bends in the roads.

And FML, I just learned i need another adapter for forscan. Luckily it has the option of Amazon overnight 4am-8am and the cut off was just 22 mins away.

I'll arm this thing in the morning and take her out for a hike.

 

[Snakebitten]

Forscan works perfectly with the Mongoose.

 

[Khal]

Oh damn it. Giving it a shot again. I dont know why my Mongoose didn't show up

 

[Khal]

I get this when i hit the connection button. I'm going to read through the tutorial to see if i missed anything. Lmk if you know what is wrong here

 

[Khal]

NVM! I got it. lol i can feel eyes rolling at me. I deserve it

 

[bmwroverf150]

Khal, how long did it take you to update all modules. My 22 has almost the same updates required.

 

[Khal]

Khal, how long did it take you to update all modules. My 22 has almost the same updates required.

I started around 11:45am and ended around 8pm. I was remotely controlling my laptop and would go to the truck as soon as I saw the update install and FDRS said "Ignition to OFF".

 

[Khal]

Alright guys, after playing around with Foreskin.. I think I got it!! Please let me know if this is what I should see in the cruise control settings to confirm i have 1.4

Thanks again to everyone on here and especially @rugedraw

I'll take her out for a spin tomorrow and grab some videos for you guys.

 

[Diligenthunter]

Looks like everything I have, depending on your driving habits you may need to disable predictive speed assist. I feel like it slows down far to much for gentle corners.

I’ve been on 1.4 since January, recently switched to comma ai, it’s been a night and day difference.

 

[GMPowerboost]

I have had my comma 3x in since May and absolutely refuse to live without it now. It is incredible having it work down gravel roads and no issues, and I like the 1 time fee instead for hardware

Also, what values do I need to change in FORSCAN for the BC1.4? just curious as I would like to just have the updates.. I have the modules updated just never found the right post as to what values to change on my 21, 502a lariat

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