– Added support for the 2015 Ford F-150 (aluminum body) . This was a massive change. The new truck used a completely different module architecture (including an upgraded BCM and IPMA). Version 82.02 also fixed a battery drain issue caused by the VCM II staying awake after a session.
– The final release of Ford IDS. Version 108.01 (and subsequent minor builds like 108.05) served only as bug fixes and security patches for existing vehicles. No new features were added. The Sunset: Why Version 108 Was the Last IDS In late 2020, Ford officially announced the retirement of IDS. Its successor, FDRS (Ford Diagnostic and Repair System) , took over for all 2020-and-newer model years. FDRS is a cloud-first, subscription-based platform that cannot be easily hacked or cloned. It also supports OTX (Open Test Sequence eXchange) scripting for guided diagnostics. ford ids version history
– Introduced GWM (Gateway Module) programming . As vehicles became more connected, the GWM acted as a firewall/router. Version 87.03 also included the first wave of FordPass connectivity diagnostics. The Peak & Transition Era (2016–2020): The End of the Line Version 90.x (Early 2016) – The first version to issue a warning if you were using a clone or counterfeit VCM II . Ford began embedding digital signatures that would brick clone hardware. This version also added support for the 2017 Super Duty’s 10-speed automatic (10R140). – Added support for the 2015 Ford F-150 (aluminum body)
– Introduced support for the new CAN bus protocol, which became mandatory for all 2008 and later Fords. This version was a turning point; older NGS tools could not handle CAN. Version 82
For over two decades, the Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) was the golden standard for dealership-level diagnostics, programming, and reprogramming of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Before the automotive world shifted to cloud-based, over-the-air updates and the modern Ford Diagnostic and Repair System (FDRS) , IDS was the indispensable tool for any serious technician.
– A sleeper hit for diesel owners. Version 72.05 specifically addressed issues with the 6.7L Power Stroke’s SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system calibration. It also introduced the "Network Test" feature to diagnose CAN bus wiring faults.