How to Connect Topdon Rlink X3 with Ford OEM Software FDRS and FJDS?

Tutorial: How to set up and connect Topdon Rlink X3 J2534 adapter with Ford OEM software (FDRS and FJDS).

 

Tips: You need to install the Ford OEM software before use. If it’s not installed yet, you can download and install it from the official Ford website.

https://www.fordserviceinfo.com/

 

1. Open the RLink Platform. Clicking “Login to the Account” will automatically redirect you to the login page. Log in to the account bound to the RLink X3 device.
Note: After binding and activating the device and downloading the driver, you can use the RLink X3 device to perform vehicle diagnostics without opening the RLink Platform later.

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2. Click the settings icon. Then click About to check whether there is an update for the RLink Platform. If yes, click Update.

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3. Click Driver > Driver Download. Click FORD and click Download to download the driver.

Note: Download the corresponding driver according to the OEM software. Do not download drivers that are not related to the OEM software.

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4. Click Driver > Drive Info. Then click FORD to configure the driver mode.

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5. When using RLink X3 devices, select RLink as the diagnostic interface on the OEM software. If you are connecting to the original VCI or third-party VCI, open the OEM software and select the original VCI or third-party VCI as the diagnostic interface. This driver will not have any impact.

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6. Double click the icon to open the FDRS.

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7. Click the icon on the lower right corner. Click Other Device and choose RLink. Then click OK to continue.

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8. Log in to the FDRS diagnostic account to perform diagnostic programming.

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Part 2:  Instructions for using FJDS in conjunction with RLink X3

 

1.After the driver download is completed, open the FJDS for diagnosis.

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2.Check the device driver on the FJDS.

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3.Follow the orders in the figure below to select the device.

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4.When the connection is successful, a successful connection message will be displayed.

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5.Select vehicle for diagnostics after successful connection.

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6.The system will detect the vehicle automatically.

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Read also:

How to Connect Topdon Rlink X3 with Chrysler OEM Software wiTech 2.0?

How to Connect Topdon Rlink X3 with GM OEM Software (Techline Connect)?