BlueOx43 Posted November 26, 2019 Report Share Posted November 26, 2019 Hello Everyone! Thank you in advance for any advice you may give. I have a 2011 Ford Edge SEL. Over the summer, my APIM finally went out. I am finally going stir crazy with no radio so I am considering fixing it. I would like all of your advice, tips, and instructions on how to replace it with another Sync 2 module. I understand that many are recommending upgrading to a Sync 3 but I... 1) Only want to get another year or possibly 2 out of the vehicle and 2) Am a single father of 2 trying to come up with the most economical fix possible. Is it possible for someone without a lot of mechanical skill to complete this task? How long do you think it will take once I get all of the items necessary? How difficult is it to figure out how to use Forscan? What exactly do I need to purchase? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onyxbfly Posted November 27, 2019 Report Share Posted November 27, 2019 Welcome to the forum! Provided you do your own labor, the replacement APIM will cost anywhere between $50-$200. Prices seemed to be based o model year. The higher the price the later the model year. I've seen some 2015 APIM go for $95-+ As the focus is on saving monies you might be tempted to get one from an 2011 etc. The only downside to that is that you may potentially find yourself in the same spot. Mind you some 2015s are failing as well. In theory a 2015 should last longer than say a 2011. Here is an excellent video that you can follow to use as a guide on how to swap out the APIM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=aFCyPGK1cMU&feature=emb_logo For FORscan you need an adapter and a windows laptop. One of the highest recommended ones available is OBDLink-Bluetooth-Professional-Grade-Diagnostic-Performance There are cheaper options available. I linked the one that I personally use and many other members as well. You can do you research and purchase the one you feel comfortable with. Working with FORscan can seem challenging, but if you search the forum you will find a post or two and spreadsheet or three that will have all the info you need. OR....... If you just want to be done with and focus your energies elsewhere you can go to https://www.flvpmods.com/ or https://sync3programming.com/Sync-3-APIM-Programming-for-FORScan-via-Email-by-DanMc85-p112322808 They can program your new APIM and email you a file to install via FORscan and then you're done. HTH Happy Holidays! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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