Ancel FD500

Ancel FD500
Ancel FD500

Ford/Lincoln/Mercury OBD2 Scan Tool & Code Reader

Model code: FD500 Manufacturer: Ancel

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Description

ANCEL FD500 is an OBD2 scan tool and code reader for Ford Group vehicles (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury). Reads/erases codes, checks I/M readiness, streams live data, tests 12V battery voltage, and shows vehicle information; diagnoses ABS, SRS, engine and transmission systems. Special functions: throttle (KAM) reset, oil reset, EPB maintenance mode and Ford battery (BMS) registration.

Specifications

Product typeDevice with pre-installed software (standalone)
For which vehicleCars
Price (USD)$81 – $99
Vehicle power supply system12V
Supported protocolsSAE J1850, KWP2000, CAN
Months of free updatesfree for life
Menu languageEnglish, French, Norwegian, Danish, Spanish, German, Finnish, Portuguese, Swedish, Russian

Supported functions (15)

Ford, Lincoln, Mercury + 69 other makes ·
6 functions
Abarth, Acura, Alfa Romeo, Alpine, Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Bugatti, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroen, Cupra, Dacia, Daewoo, Daihatsu, Dodge, DS, Ferrari, Fiat, Ford, Genesis, GMC, Honda, Hummer, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Lancia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Lotus, Maserati, Mazda, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, MG, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Opel, Peugeot, Plymouth, Pontiac, Porsche, RAM, Ravon, Renault, Rolls-Royce, Rover, Saab, Saturn, Scion, SEAT, Skoda, Smart, SsangYong, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Volvo

Diagnostics

  • Reading the VIN i
  • Read fault codes (DTC) i
  • Clear fault codes (DTC) i
  • Live data stream i
  • I/M readiness monitors i
  • ECU information i

Ford, Lincoln, Mercury only ·
9 functions
Ford, Lincoln, Mercury

Advanced Diagnostics

  • Voltage reading i (BAT: real-time battery voltage)

Coding / adaptation

  • Adaptation (channels / values) i (Reset PCM KAM (clears adaptive idle/fuel values))

Diagnostics

  • Full system (all modules) scan i (System Scan (e.g. ABS, BCM, DDM, DSM, GWM, HVAC, IPC, PCM, PDM, PSCM, RCM))

Service reset

  • Oil / service / inspection reset i (Oil reset (main menu))
  • Electronic parking brake (EPB) service i (EPB reset (main menu) / EPB Maintenance mode)
  • Battery management (BMS) registration i (BMS reset (battery replaced, BCM replaced))
  • Throttle body adaptation i (ETC reset (main menu))
  • ABS brake bleeding i (ABS Service Bleed)
  • Gearbox / transmission adaptation i (Clear Transmission Adaptive Tables)
Conditions for specific vehicles (2)

Notes added by the manufacturer that apply only to the vehicles listed below — the function itself is supported.

Notes for specific vehicles (all functions)

Alpine (1)
  • Alpine
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Citroen (1)
  • Citroen
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Cupra (1)
  • Cupra
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
DS (1)
  • DS
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Dacia (1)
  • Dacia
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Daihatsu (1)
  • Daihatsu
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Ford (1)
  • Ford
    Manual: Ford, Lincoln and Mercury after 1996 with 16-pin socket, incl. F150, Transit, VAN
Lancia (1)
  • Lancia
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Lincoln (1)
  • Lincoln
    Manual: Ford, Lincoln and Mercury after 1996 with 16-pin socket, incl. F150, Transit, VAN
MG (1)
  • MG
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Mercury (1)
  • Mercury
    Manual: Ford, Lincoln and Mercury after 1996 with 16-pin socket, incl. F150, Transit, VAN
Opel (1)
  • Opel
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Peugeot (1)
  • Peugeot
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Ravon (1)
  • Ravon
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Renault (1)
  • Renault
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Rover (1)
  • Rover
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
SEAT (1)
  • SEAT
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Skoda (1)
  • Skoda
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
SsangYong (1)
  • SsangYong
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Vauxhall (1)
  • Vauxhall
    EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).

Compatibility disclosure

Ancel FD500 is a brand-specific diagnostic tool. Functions documented in the manual or product material: Full system (all modules) scan; Read fault codes (DTC); Clear fault codes (DTC); Live data stream; Oil / service / inspection reset; Electronic parking brake (EPB) service; Voltage reading; Battery management (BMS) registration; Throttle body adaptation; Adaptation (channels / values); Gearbox / transmission adaptation; ABS brake bleeding; Reading the VIN; I/M readiness monitors and 1 more. Vehicles entered: generic OBD2/EOBD on most 1996+ cars and light trucks (standard OBD2 makes); Ford, Lincoln, Mercury. Coverage is entered at make level; model years are shown where the source states them, otherwise estimated (US makes from 1996, EU-only makes from 2001 petrol / 2004 diesel). Special and service functions depend on the vehicle model. Check your exact vehicle (VIN) with the manufacturer before buying.

Compatible vehicles (72 makes)

Check if it fits your vehicle:

Abarth (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Acura (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Alfa Romeo (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Alpine (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Aston Martin (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Audi (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
BMW (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Bentley (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Bugatti (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Buick (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Cadillac (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Chevrolet (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Chrysler (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Citroen (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Cupra (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
DS (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Dacia (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Daewoo (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Daihatsu (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Dodge (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Ferrari (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Fiat (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Ford (all models) all 15 functions
  • All models of this make (1996–…) ✎ Manual: Ford, Lincoln and Mercury after 1996 with 16-pin socket, incl. F150, Transit, VAN
GMC (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Genesis (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Honda (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Hummer (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Hyundai (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Infiniti (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Isuzu (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Jaguar (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Jeep (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Kia (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Lamborghini (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Lancia (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Land Rover (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Lexus (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Lincoln (all models) all 15 functions
  • All models of this make (1996–…) ✎ Manual: Ford, Lincoln and Mercury after 1996 with 16-pin socket, incl. F150, Transit, VAN
Lotus (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
MG (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Maserati (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Mazda (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
McLaren (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Mercedes-Benz (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Mercury (all models) all 15 functions
  • All models of this make (1996–…) ✎ Manual: Ford, Lincoln and Mercury after 1996 with 16-pin socket, incl. F150, Transit, VAN
Mini (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Mitsubishi (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Nissan (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Oldsmobile (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Opel (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Peugeot (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Plymouth (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Pontiac (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Porsche (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
RAM (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Ravon (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Renault (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Rolls-Royce (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Rover (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
SEAT (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Saab (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Saturn (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Scion (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Skoda (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Smart (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
SsangYong (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Subaru (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Suzuki (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Toyota (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Vauxhall (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (2001–…) ✎ EU-market vehicles: OBD2/EOBD from 2001 (petrol) and 2004 (diesel).
Volkswagen (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)
Volvo (all models) 6 of 15 functions · A6
  • All models of this make (1996–…)

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About the manufacturer: Ancel

Ancel is a professional automotive diagnostic tool manufacturer, offering a broad lineup of OBD2 scanners, code readers, heavy-duty truck diagnostic tools, battery testers and other vehicle diagnostic equipment for both DIY users and professional technicians.

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