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2020 Ford F250 Supported Services

2020 Ford F250

ADAS calibration, module programming, and security relearns

Multiple trim levels available. ADAS feature availability varies by trim and options package. Contact us for specific trim calibration requirements.

Technical snapshot
  • Platform P558
  • CAN Architecture HS-CAN, MS-CAN, HS-CAN3, Private CAN (IPMA-SODL/SODR), LIN (body)
  • Security PATS Gen 6 - IA key; FDRS only; LC3T- prefix 2020

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OVERVIEW

Expert ADAS calibration, module programming, and diagnostic recovery for the 2020 Ford F250. On this vehicle we cover documented systems include Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), and BLIS / Cross Traffic Alert, this P558 platform vehicle, PATS Gen 5 immobilizer support, Ford SYNC 3 infotainment programming. Mobile across the DFW Metroplex; mail-in module service is available nationwide.

Platform
P558
Production
1999-present
Trim Levels
Multiple trim levels available. ADAS feature availability varies by trim and options package. Contact us for specific trim calibration requirements.
Drivetrain
RWD / 4WD
Engine
-
CAN Speed
HS-CAN, MS-CAN, HS-CAN3, Private CAN (IPMA-SODL/SODR), LIN (body)
YEAR-SPECIFIC NOTES

VIN / Build Split

VIN pos 4-8 identifies body/engine/restraint. Ford uses World Manufacturer Identifier 1FA (passenger), 1FT (truck). Position 7 = engine code. Position 10 = model year code.

Infotainment

Ford SYNC 3

SERVICE SNAPSHOT

Exact-year service summary for 2020 Ford F250

ADAS coverage

This 2020 Ford F250 page documents 5 ADAS systems, including Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), BLIS / Cross Traffic Alert, and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB).

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Calibration triggers

Documented calibration triggers include Windshield Replacement, Front Bumper Repair or Replacement, Rear Bumper Repair or Replacement, and Diesel PCM Replacement. Use the ADAS tab for the full trigger list.

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Programmable modules

This page indexes 21 programmable module records across SRS, ECU, BCM, TCU/TCM, ABS, and IPC coverage.

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Gateway and security

This page includes 2 gateway, immobilizer, or key-security records for this 2020 Ford F250.

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Core Auto Logic capability

Core Auto Logic supports exact-year diagnostics, ADAS calibration, module programming, and security-access planning for the 2020 Ford F250 using the documented systems and module data on this page.

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EXACT-YEAR DIFFERENTIATORS

What changes on this exact year

Feature availability

Ford Co-Pilot360 available - Standard; Platform: P558 - Confirmed

Driver-assist suite

Ford Co-Pilot360 available; adaptive cruise standard diesel trims; 7.3L Godzilla V8 added 2020

VIN and build split

VIN pos 4-8 identifies body/engine/restraint. Ford uses World Manufacturer Identifier 1FA (passenger), 1FT (truck). Position 7 = engine code. Position 10 = model year code.

Infotainment context

Ford SYNC 3; SYNC 3 - 8-inch display (2020)

Network and access

CAN: HS-CAN, MS-CAN, HS-CAN3, Private CAN (IPMA-SODL/SODR), LIN (body)

TOOL ACCESS MATRIX

Tool access for this exact year

Representative tool access paths for this exact model year, gated by the vehicle data and source packet we currently trust.

Factory scan, coding, and calibration access

Ford IDS / Ford FDRS

Factory routines and secure server authorization control this path when aftermarket coverage is not enough for the VIN.

Ford-family configuration and service functions

FORScan

Useful for supported configuration and diagnostics; factory programming still moves to OEM software when required.

ADAS scan, setup, and verification

Autel, Launch Tech, Topdon

Used where aftermarket coverage supports the procedure; OEM software remains required for locked factory routines.

Bench cloning and chip-level recovery

Alientech / Autotuner / Orange5 / Scanmatik / Flex / VVDI2 / PCMFlash / CGDI / X-Prog

Used only when the module, donor data, EEPROM, MCU, or crash-data workflow requires bench or chip-level handling.

Bench/chip-level only

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SUPPORTED SYSTEMS

What we service on this vehicle

Documented module coverage for the 2020 Ford F250. Counts reflect modules our techs have programmed or calibrated on this exact platform.

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Feature availability 2

Ford Co-Pilot360 available

Standard

Calibration required after windshield replacement, camera/radar service, or structural repair affecting sensor alignment.

Platform: P558

Confirmed

Verify platform code matches when cross-referencing part numbers across model years.

WHAT WE RESOLVE

Common issues on this vehicle

Common Ford F250 issues we resolve on this platform: Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), BLIS / Cross Traffic Alert, and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) recalibration after windshield/bumper/suspension/CCM service. Module programming for replacement ECU/PCM, BCM, TCU, or accessory modules - P558 platform uses HS-CAN, MS-CAN, HS-CAN3, Private CAN (IPMA-SODL/SODR), LIN (body).

ADAS CALIBRATION MATRIX

ADAS systems on this vehicle

Ford Co-Pilot360 available; adaptive cruise standard diesel trims; 7.3L Godzilla V8 added 2020

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SystemTypeCategoryCal. TypeSupportedPart #Actions
Forward Camera (Monocular)Forward CameraCameraStatic YESLC3T-14F397
Forward Radar (77GHz)Front RadarRadarStatic YESLC3T-9G768
BLIS / Cross Traffic AlertSide RadarRadarNone YESLC3T-14D694, LC3T-14D695
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)Fused (Radar + Camera)FusedStatic YESLC3T CCM
Rear View CameraRear CameraCameraStatic YESLC3T-19G490
WHEN IS CALIBRATION REQUIRED?

Triggers for ADAS recalibration

Windshield Replacement Affected: IPMA, LDW/LKA, AEB

FDRS IPMA dynamic calibration - road drive. Ford-approved glass. HD IPMA bracket - confirm seating.

Front Bumper Repair or Replacement Affected: CCM (Forward Radar), ACC, AEB

CCM static alignment via FDRS. HD bracket spec. Vehicle at curb weight.

Rear Bumper Repair or Replacement Affected: BLIS SODL/SODR, CTA

Rear bumper sensor integration. SODL/SODR PMI via FDRS.

Diesel PCM Replacement Affected: PCM, DPF, DEF system

DPF adaptation reset REQUIRED. DEF adequate. 30+ min programming. 2020 diesel: 10R140 now paired - confirm TCM compatibility.

Any Collision Affected: RCM, all ADAS modules

Full scan. RCM replace only after deployment.

Suspension Lift Kit Affected: CCM radar aim

Radar static alignment required after lift. Common on Super Duty.

Any Module Replacement Affected: All programmed modules

FDRS PMI. Battery SOC >=80%. Diesel DPF check after PCM work.

Forward Camera Replacement

Camera module replacement requires full recalibration using FDRS/IDS.

Forward Radar Replacement

Radar module replacement requires alignment/calibration using FDRS/IDS.

BSM Sensor Replacement

Blind spot monitoring sensor replacement requires calibration using FDRS/IDS.

Mirror Replacement

If BSD sensor is mirror-integrated, recalibration required. Verify sensor location; use FDRS/IDS if applicable.

SRS Modules

Restraint Control Module (RCM) HC3Z-25043B13-AE
Part number
HC3Z-25043B13-AE
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Autoliv
Notes
Requires FDRS or J2534 for RCM configuration. As-built data recommended for programming. DTC B1231 common post-crash. Module must be configured to VIN.
Restraint Control Module (RCM) JL3B-78611D11-AA
Part number
JL3B-78611D11-AA
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Autoliv
Notes
Requires FDRS or J2534 for RCM configuration. As-built data recommended for programming. DTC B1231 common post-crash. Module must be configured to VIN.
Restraint Control Module (RCM) FL3B-78611D10-AB
Part number
FL3B-78611D10-AB
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Autoliv
Notes
Requires FDRS or J2534 for RCM configuration. As-built data recommended for programming. DTC B1231 common post-crash. Module must be configured to VIN.

ECU Modules

PCM - 6.2L Godzilla V8 Gas LC3T-12A650
Part number
LC3T-12A650
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Bosch MED17 / Continental SIM
Notes
FDRS Programming Port. Battery SOC >=80%. Paired with 6R140 TorqShift on gas 2020.
PCM - 7.3L Godzilla V8 Gas (NEW 2020, 430HP) NC3T-12A650
Part number
NC3T-12A650
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Bosch MED17 / Continental SIM
Notes
7.3L Godzilla introduced 2020. NC3T- prefix PCM even though overall module prefix remains LC3T- in 2020. FDRS Programming Port. Paired with 6R140 on gas.
PCM - 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel LC3T-12A650-YYY
Part number
LC3T-12A650-YYY
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Bosch EDC17 (diesel)
Notes
DPF adaptation reset REQUIRED after PCM replacement. DEF level adequate before programming. 30+ minutes programming time. 2020 diesel: now paired with 10R140 TorqShift (upgraded from 6R140).
TCM - 6R140 TorqShift (Gas 2020) LC3T-7Z369
Part number
LC3T-7Z369
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Bosch TCM
Notes
Gas engines paired with 6R140 in 2020. FDRS PMI.
TCM - 10R140 TorqShift (Diesel 2020+) LC3T-7Z369-YYY
Part number
LC3T-7Z369-YYY
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Bosch TCM
Notes
10-speed auto on diesel from 2020. FDRS PMI.

BCM Modules

Body Control Module (BCM) LC3T-14B476
Part number
LC3T-14B476
Security
Crypto128
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
FDRS + PATS. As-Built write. 128-bit encryption. LC3T- prefix 2020.
Gateway Module (GWM) LC3T-14G229
Part number
LC3T-14G229
Security
uds
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
Routes CAN traffic. SYNC 3 platform - no OTA.
Driver Door Module LC3T-14B533
Part number
LC3T-14B533
Security
PATS
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
BLIS mirror LED. FDRS PMI.
Passenger Door Module LC3T-14B534
Part number
LC3T-14B534
Security
PATS
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
BLIS mirror LED. FDRS PMI.

TCU / TCM Transmission Modules

TCU - 10R80 10-Speed Auto JL3Z-7Z369
Part number
JL3Z-7Z369
Protocol / method
J2534
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Continental TC1797
Notes
Requires Ford IDS/FDRS programming, transmission adaptive relearn, Mercon ULV ATF, VIN coding mandatory
TCU - 6R140 6-Speed Auto HC3Z-7Z369
Part number
HC3Z-7Z369
Protocol / method
J2534
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Bosch TC1797
Notes
Ford IDS/FDRS required, transmission learn procedure 30+ miles, Mercon LV ATF, torque converter lockup calibration

ABS / Brake Modules

ABS/ESC Module - F-250 SRW LC3T-2C219
Part number
LC3T-2C219
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
FDRS PMI. Power-assist bleed cycle. F-250 SRW - part differs from F-350 DRW. Verify bleed completion before delivery.

Other Modules (IPC, SAS)

Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) LC3T-10849, LC3Z-10849
Part number
LC3T-10849, LC3Z-10849
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
IPC cloning required for mileage preservation during replacement. Use Launch advanced programming tool or EEPROM programming tool for EEPROM read/write.
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS)
Coding required
Yes
Notes
INTEGRATED (clock spring)

Connectivity & Accessories

APIM - SYNC 3 (8-inch, 2020) LC3T-14G370
Part number
LC3T-14G370
Notes
SYNC 3 on 2020. FDRS PMI + As-Built. USB/FDRS updates only.
IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) LC3T-10849
Part number
LC3T-10849
Notes
FDRS PMI. Mileage in BCM.
Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) LC3T-3F641
Part number
LC3T-3F641
Notes
FDRS PMI + steering angle calibration.
Upfitter Switch Module LC3T-14A003
Part number
LC3T-14A003
Notes
FDRS PMI. Fleet/XL builds.
ARCHITECTURE & CONNECTIVITY

Architecture & Connectivity

Body Construction
Body-on-frame; high-strength steel frame; coil-spring front IFS; F-250 SRW
OBD Protocol
CAN ISO 15765-4
CAN Architecture
HS-CAN, MS-CAN, HS-CAN3, Private CAN (IPMA-SODL/SODR), LIN (body)
Infotainment
SYNC 3 - 8-inch display (2020)
OTA Capable
No
Infotainment Name
Ford SYNC 3
ECU/TCM Unlocking
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ECU/TCM Flashing
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OPENPILOT / COMMA.AI

Openpilot Compatibility

Not Supported

Not supported - not in openpilot tree

Not in openpilot support tree as of April 2026. Super Duty F-250 not ported.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ

How much does ADAS calibration cost for a 2020 Ford F250?

ADAS calibration pricing for a 2020 Ford F250 depends on which of its 5 documented systems need work after a repair. This vehicle is documented with Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), BLIS / Cross Traffic Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), and Rear View Camera. We provide a fixed quote after confirming the operations performed - send the VIN, the repair scope (windshield R&R, bumper work, alignment, collision), and any DTCs so the quote response can include a real number.

Can you reset the airbag light on a 2020 Ford F250?

Yes. The 2020 Ford F250 uses a factory SRS control module that we support. We read and clear stored crash data, then restore the module to factory status so the airbag warning light goes out and the system returns to full operation. Reference part number on this vehicle: HC3Z-25043B13-AE. Mobile diagnosis and programming are available in DFW, and mail-in module service is available nationwide. Send the part number and a description of what triggered the light, and we will provide a quote and scheduling window.

What is needed after replacing the windshield on a 2020 Ford F250?

After windshield replacement on a 2020 Ford F250, Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), and Rear View Camera rely on the forward-facing camera and require recalibration before the systems return to operation. We perform the calibration on-site in the DFW Metroplex with OE target fixtures. Mail-in module service is available nationwide for eligible module work.

How long does a 2020 Ford F250 module service take?

Most 2020 Ford F250 onsite jobs are typically scheduled within 24-48 hours once vehicle readiness, access, and route timing are confirmed. This vehicle has roughly 19 programmable modules documented in our database (5 ECU, 4 BCM, 2 TCU, 1 ABS, plus IPC/SAS/gateway/accessory). Mobile module work and ADAS calibration are scheduled in the DFW service area after quote review. Mail-in module service is available nationwide.

Do you cover the 2020 Ford F250 on-site, or is this mail-in only?

We run a mobile unit across the DFW Metroplex for on-vehicle work (ADAS calibration, post-repair recoding, and supported module work). Mail-in module service is available nationwide. Quote the work and we will confirm the active service path for the 2020 Ford F250. Do not ship a module unless support confirms next steps.

What kind of warranty do you offer on 2020 Ford F250 programming?

Every programming, cloning, and calibration job on the 2020 Ford F250 is backed by a workmanship warranty covering the scope of work we performed: 1-year unlimited on all flashes, clones, and ADAS calibrations. If a module we programmed or a calibration we performed fails to function as expected, return it and we restore it at no charge. The warranty covers our work; it does not cover unrelated mechanical or electrical failure of the module itself.

Which modules on a 2020 Ford F250 can you actually service?

We program, clone, repair, or replace the full programmable-module stack on a 2020 Ford F250. For this vehicle our database documents:

  • 5 engine control (ECU/PCM)
  • 2 transmission control (TCU/TCM)
  • 4 body control (BCM and related)
  • 1 ABS / brake control (EBCM)
  • 1 immobilizer / security
  • 1 key & fob
  • 1 instrument cluster (IPC)
  • 1 steering angle sensor (SAS)
  • 5 ADAS module

Infotainment on this platform: Ford SYNC 3. Send the VIN and the operations performed and we will confirm support and pricing.

Additional Module Part Numbers

Additional OEM-sourced part numbers for the 2020 Ford F250 covering ADAS, ECU/PCM, BCM, TCU/TCM, SRS, ABS/EBCM, instrument cluster (IPC), gateway, and steering angle sensor modules when available. These reference numbers assist technicians with module identification and sourcing prior to programming.

ADAS Module Part Numbers
LC3T-14F397, LC3T-9G768, LC3T-14D694, LC3T-14D695, LC3T-19G490
ECU / PCM Part Numbers
LC3T-12A650, NC3T-12A650, 430HP), LC3T-12A650-YYY
BCM / Body Module Part Numbers
LC3T-14B476, LC3T-14G229, LC3T-14B533, LC3T-14B534
TCU / TCM Part Numbers
JL3Z-7Z369, HC3Z-7Z369
SRS / Airbag Module Part Numbers
HC3Z-25043B13-AE, JL3B-78611D11-AA, FL3B-78611D10-AB
ABS / EBCM Part Numbers
LC3T-2C219-A, HCU (SUPER DUTY P558 F-250 SRW 2020-2021)
Instrument Cluster (IPC) Part Numbers
LC3T-10849, LC3Z-10849
Transmission Control Module (TCM) Part Numbers
JL3Z-7Z369, HC3Z-7Z369

Part numbers are OEM base references. Verify exact suffix via VIN-specific build data before ordering. Core Auto Logic provides mobile programming services for all listed modules in the DFW area.

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Shared module fitment

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