ZZ-2 ZW-FRD Advanced Plug and Play Integration Module

Product Usage Instructions

1. Locate the BCM unit in your Ford vehicle as per the provided chart.
2. With the vehicle OFF, disconnect the indicated plugs and connect the T-Harness accordingly.
3. Connect the Z-WAGZ BCM unit to the 22-pin connector and secure it with a tie-wrap if desired.
4. Refer to page 2 for detailed operation instructions.

Operation:

• To switch light patterns:
  • Pattern 1 will start flashing initially. To switch to Pattern 2, engage a turn signal and press & hold the high beam lever or press the provided push button once.
  • Repeat the process to switch to subsequent patterns.
• To deactivate Z-WAGZ:
  • Press & hold the high beam lever, the provided push button, release 12v (+) signal to the blue wire, or turn thevehicle OFF.
• PLOW MODE slows down the current pattern and disables High and Low beams from flashing when INPUT 2 receives 12v (+) before activating the flasher.

FAQ

• Q: How do I adjust the dip switches?
  • A: All dip switches are live, do not unplug the module to adjust. Refer to the provided chart for dip switch settings and keep them enabled or disabled based on your preferences.
• Q: What does the Start-Up Indication signify?
  • A: The Start-Up Indication shows different statuses of unit recognition of CAN bus signals on different sides. Ensure proper recognition for seamless functionality.

Overview

The ZW-FRD is an advanced Plug & Play integration module designed for specific Ford vehicles, for flashing OEM lights in wig-wag similar method with a simple press of a button. This unit comes pre- programmed with various light patterns and has on-board options for disabling specific lights.

Kit Content

Module Connections

ZW-FRD Operation

1. Connect the Z-WAGZ unit to the factory Body Control Module (BCM). Follow the instructions on page 3 for more details and important information with this process.
2. Turn the Ignition ON or start the vehicle (The ignition must be ON or the vehicle must be running for proper operation)
3. To activate Z-WAGZ:
   • Press and HOLD the high beam lever (5 sec) OR
   • Press and HOLD the provided push button (3 sec) OR
   • Send a 12V (+) signal to the blue wire (designed to be extended for OE up-fitter switches or any aftermarket toggle). For this input method, as long as the wire has 12V (+), the Z-WAGZ unit will stay active. Pattern 1 will begin to flash. Once pattern 1 begins, the cluster turn signal (indicators) will blink 1 time, indicating Pattern 1 has been selected. The LED on the unit will blink BLUE.
4. To switch to Pattern 2: (Pattern 1 must be currently active)
   • Engage either turn signal, then press and HOLD the high beam lever once more (5 sec). OR
   • Press & release the provided push button one time The cluster turn signal (indicators) will blink twice indicating Pattern 2 has been selected. Repeat this process to switch to the next pattern.
5. To deactivate Z-WAGZ:
   • Press and HOLD the high beam lever (5 sec) OR
   • Press and HOLD the provided push button (3 sec) OR
   • Release 12V (+) signal to the blue wire (if connected this way) OR
   • Turn vehicle OFF

PLOW MODE will slow the currently selected pattern down, and fully disable High and Low beams from ashing. When INPUT 2 (violet) receives 12v (+) before activating the flasher, PLOW MODE is enabled.

General Z-WAGZ Notes

• Not all lights on the vehicle are necessarily used, some lights are not controllable via CAN data commands. Z-WAGZ will retain the last used pattern, even after being disconnected from the harness (if ever). Turn signals, headlights, reverse lights & brakes will override pattern flashing when used, until turned off again.
• Lights on the external mirrors will only flash if wired with turn signals from factory.
• ‘Plow Mode’ , when active (INPUT 2), disables High & Low beam flashing and slows the pattern down so that the relay box (plow module) can keep up with the flashing (prevents overheating).
• If vehicle is equipped with physical actuators that activate for high beams/low beams, ZZ2 highly suggests disabling that beam from flashing (otherwise mechanical failure may occur quickly)
• Some vehicle models have a time limit for running (to save gas, etc), disable this on the radio by going to SETTINGS>VEHICLE>VEHCILE POWER DOWN TIMER

ZW-FRD Installation

1. Locate the BCM unit. The chart below indicates the BCM location in various vehicles.
2. With the vehicle OFF: disconnect the (2) circled plugs shown. Connect the male side of each T-Harness to the BCM and the (removed) plugs into the female side of the Z-WAGZ BCM harnessing. These connectors can only fit in one place and connect in one way.
3. Connect the Z-WAGZ BCM unit to the 22-pin connector, tie-wrap the unit to another harness if desired.
4. Return to page (2) for operation instructions.

Ford BCM Locations

DIP Switch Settings (software: v1.6)

Located on the back side of the unit is a bank of (6) dip switches – you will need a pick-tool to adjust.

All dip switches are LIVE, do not unplug the module to adjust.

SOFTWARE V1.6 NOTES:

• Rear DRLs will stay ON solid when Turn-Signal Priority is active
• Rear DRLs will stay ON solid during strobe mode
• If turn signals or DRLs never flash in patterns 1-7, try pattern 8
• If high beams never flash, turn ON DIP 2 or try pattern 6
• If brake lights never flash, try pattern 7
• *Turning DIP 4 ON may correct ability to flash low and high beams, but if used, installer must check priority lights for proper function (low beam overrides, high beam overrides, blinker overrides etc) or risk loss of priorities which could be a safety hazard.
• ‘Plow Mode’, when active (INPUT 2), disables High & Low beam flashing and slows the pattern down so that the relay box (plow module) can keep up with the flashing (prevents overheating). This should be enabled whenever a plow is connected. NOTE: this input must see 12v (+) before activating the Z-WAGZ for proper functionality.
• When high beam is ON (high beam priority), low beam will be OFF and will not flash. This is a Ford limitation.
• When low beam is ON (low beam priority), high beam will be OFF and will flash. This is a Ford limitation.
• When high beam is flashing, low beam will not flash. Many Ford trucks will not be able to flash both high and low at the same time; you may choose one or the other by using DIP 1 or DIP 2 .
• To flash DRLs, you must disable low beam (cannot flash low beam and DRLs at the same time). This is a Ford limitation.
• If low beam priority fails, disable high beam flashing (DIP switch 1 ON).
• When the vehicle is turned OFF, all flashing and unit will also deactivate.
•  High Beam Lever act / External Button act / INPUT 1 +12V act requires Ignition ON to function properly. There is currently no way to activate the flasher unit when ignition is OFF.

ZW-FRD LED Status / Patterns [SW: v1.6]

Documents / Resources

ZZ-2 ZW-FRD Advanced Plug and Play Integration Module [pdf] User Manual ZW-FRD Advanced Plug and Play Integration Module, ZW-FRD, Advanced Plug and Play Integration Module, Plug and Play Integration Module, Play Integration Module, Integration Module, Module

References

• User Manual