12/21/2015

VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM works great on Win 7

2015 new VXIDAG VCX NANO for GM/Opel has been tested working well with software GDS2 and Tech2Win by obd365 engineers. This post here shows how to diagnose 2010 Buick H 3.9L V6 LZ9 by VXDIAG GM.

Note:VXDIAG Tech2Win software can diagnose and online program GM Group vehicles and Opel Saab from 2005 to 2013. GDS and Tech2Win differences:
  • Function: both GDS2 and Tech2Win USB version and WIFI wireless version all perform Wlan diagnosis and online programming function ( not include offline programming)
  • Year coverage: GDS2 covers GM from 2009 to new 2015, Tech2Win software diagnose and program old GM models same as Tech II.
VXDIAG GM Tech2Win diagnose Buick H 3.9L V6 LZ9 2010
Tech2Win OS (Operation System):  Win xp, win7 64bit or win8 64bit. Here we tested on WIn 7 64-bit.

Procedure:
Part 1. Tech2Win diagnose 2010 Buick H 3.9L V6 LZ9 via USB
1) Open DVD, extract file “Tech2Win11.27” to the desktop, copy “VX Manager 1.0.6.1110” to the desktop.
2) Open file”Tech2Win11.27″ on the desktop, open “AutoInstall” to install GM MDI and Tech2Win.
2) Open “VX Manager 1.0.6.1110” on the desktop to install VCX SDK Driver.
3) Go to the right corner of the desktop, click “JS” to connect to the network, then select “Work network“.
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  • Connect device to the computer by USB
5) Open “VX Manager“, check VCX NANO device information
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6) Click icon “Diagnostic Apps“- “GM GDS2/Tech3“, click “Install”
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7) Open “Tech2Win“, choose “North American – Diagnostics – model year 2010 – Passenger Car – Buick -H –  Powertrain – 3.9L V6 LZ9 – Engine Control Module – Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) – DTC Display.
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Press F0 Diagnostics
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Select vehicle model and year
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Part 2. Tech2Win diagnose car via Wifi
1) Connect VCX-Wifi
2) Open “VX Manger”, select “Configure”, then “Wlan”, then “Save”
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3) Click “Tech2Win” to diagnose, the following operation procedure is as same as that via USB.

12/17/2015

GM MDI WIFI vs. VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM

What's the difference between new arrival VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM/Opel and GM MDI wifi wireless interface

1. VXDIAG GM is built with different case comparing GM MDI

VXDIAG VCX NANO FOR GM/OPEL

GM MDI WIFI INTERFACE 




2. VXDIAG GM has 2 versions, USB and WIFI version. Both support wifi wireless diagnosis and programming features.

3. VXDIAG GM and GM MDI perform the same diagnostic functions.

4. VXDIAG VCX NANO GM only supports online programming for GM group . But GM MDI support offline programming as well. They works the same regrading online programming.

5. Both VXDIAG and GM MDI are compatible with GDS software that can work GM from 2009 to new 2015. VXDIAG GM also comes with Tech2Win software which can diagnose and program old GM models as Tech II.

6. VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM comes with newer GDS software version than GM MDI.

12/15/2015

VXDIAG VCX NANO for JLR SDD clear DTC steps

In the following parts, I would like to show to clear DTC for Jaguar or LandRover with SDD running at VXDIAG scanner.

Tool to use:
VXDIAG for Jaguar Land Rover running SDD V141 from obd365, it is on sale now:
http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/vxdiag-vcx-nano-for-land-rover-and-jaguar.html

Operation System: windows XP system
Function to operate: clear DTC for Jaguar LandRover with SDD running at VXDIAG

Step-by-step instruction:
Step 1: Launch JLR SDD, then click “SDD” to Login.
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Step 2: After you see “The SPX – I – VIEW is connected” at the right corner, click “Continue”
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Step 3:  Click “Auto VIN Read”.
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Step 4: Click “Diagnose”
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Step 5:  Select symptom, SDD covers Chassis, power train, electrical and body, here I select Powertrain – Engine system – Engine cooling, then click “Continue” to identify recommendations for selected symptoms.
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Step 6: After complete identifying recommendations for selected symptoms, click “Diagnose”.
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Step 7: Click “Diagnose”, select Powertrain – Engine system – Engine cooling, then click “Continue” to load recommended candidates.
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Step 8: select market specification, click “Save”, then go to analysing data…
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Step 9: Find out “Complete Vehicle – Clear all stored diagnostic trouble codes.”, click “Run”
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Step 10: get message prompting “Ignition On Check”, click “Continue”
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Step 11: Clearing DTC.
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Step 12: Get operation tips, click “continue”
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Step 13: back to the menu, and select “Session”, click the “refesh” Icon
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Step 14: Click “DTCs” to view DTCs read from vehicle.
Done
Hope it helps.

VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM/Opel with GDS2 Tech2Win

VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM/Opel/Vauxhall is finally available on obdii365.com. The VXDIAG GM supports  GM Tech2Win and GDS2 software. It is the perfect replacement of original WIFI wireless GM MDI diagnostic scanner. It is fully compatible with applications that diagnose engines, transmissions, ABS, instrument panels and more.
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 Top features  of GM  VXDIAG VCX Nano:
1. Support: GM Tech2win 2.302, GDS2 v12.0.00835.  Can replace original GM MDI WIFI system.
2. Compatible with applications that diagnose engines, transmissions, ABS, instrument panels and more
3. Firmware upgradeable
4. Quick access to vehicle data for maintenance or management reports
5. Support both WIFI and USB connection
6. GDS2 updates received via TIS2Web.
VCX Nano GM Kit support both GDS & GDS2. GDS 2 works similar to the original GDS, easier and faster.
NOTE:  Expiration date problem was fixed, tech2win still showed 42 days, gds2 still showed 30days, do not need to make lease renewal every month.
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GM Tech2win will never be expiration, it always to display 42 days. Extra installed drivers and for Allscanner VXDIAG VCX NANO because it’s supported by GM Tech2Win.
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VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM/OPEL FEATURES:
* Fully compatible with SAE-J2534-1 & SAE-J2534-2
* USB vehicle-to-PC connectivity
* All current and most legacy vehicle protocols: CAN, UART, KW2000, Class2, GM LAN, etc.
* Supports Windows® XP
* CE and FCC compliance for hardware
* Firmware Updatable
COMPATIBLE SOFTWARE:
* Support PC-based diagnostics with rollout of the Global Diagnostic System GDS & GDS2
* Support GM TIS2WEB online Service Programming System (SPS)
* Support Tech2Win application to offering a larger screen with all of the Tech 2 tool functionality
Global Diagnostic System (GDS & GDS2)
* New Diagnostic Application Software required for all GM Global Architecture (Global A) Vehicles.
* GDS & GDS2 is software which runs on a specific PC. Updates received via TIS2Web.
VCX Nano GM Kit support both GDS & GDS2. GDS 2 works similar to the original GDS. easier and faster
GDS 2 provides the following capabilities in multiple languages:
* Read codes, code status, Freeze Frame data and Clear Codes.
* Read VIN, ECU part numbers and software numbers.
* Record, store and replay Stored data.
* Control and monitor Output Control functions.
* Configure and Reset functions.
* Record or display history of the previous vehicle diagnostic sessions.
Service Programming System (SPS)
* passthrough programming on GM past model and Global A vehicles
* Increase reprogramming speed 20-70% and get ready to service new models
For pass-through programming of electronic control units on all vehicles built since 1996 and future model releases. The VCX Nano Prime GM KIT is between 20% and 70% faster than Tech 2.For example, on a new Tahoe hybrid with 7 ECUS, it would normally take 2 full hours to reprogram. But, with VCX Nano the process is completed in just 45 minutes. That’s a 64% difference and means you could service 10vehicles rather than 4in an 8-hour day! The potential to increase revenues is dramatic.
New Vehicles Model list
VCX Nano Prime GM KIT is the only full-spectrum diagnostic and reprogramming tool capable of servicing new Delta and Epsilon vehicles (with auxiliary CAN bus that cannot be serviced by Tech2).Below  is the list of vehicles being delivered this year that will rely exclusively on this tool for service.
Tech2Win Function
Tech2Win, an application version of the Tech 2 and CANdi (Control Area Network diagnostic interface) moduleTech2Win can be used during a vehicle road test, offering a larger screen with all of the Tech 2 tool functionality. The Tech2Win application offers all of the features and functions of the Tech 2 for Opel, Saab etc.

How to install VADIAG VCX NANO Mazda IDS V95 on Win 7

VADIAG VCX NANO diagnostic interface is compatible with Ford IDS and Mazda IDS 2-in-1. Both software need to installed separately. Here is the step-by-step instruction on installing Mazda IDS V95 software on Window 7 directly (no VMware).
NOTE:
Mazda IDS installation is different from Ford IDS installation. Ford IDS V95 and Mazda IDS V95 can not be installed directly on same Win 7 laptop. If you setup Ford IDS on VMware, then you can install Mazda IDS directly on same laptop, it is OK.

NO Activation is required.
Main steps:
1) Install Mazda IDS V95 software
2) Install Mazda IDS V95.01& IDS V95.02 update exe
3) Install VCMII Driver
4) Connect VXDIAG VCX NANO interface
5) Run MAZDA IDS software


1) Install Mazda IDS V95 software

Insert Mazda IDS software CD to computer
Open Computer
Open DVD RW Drive (E:) Ford Mazda IDS
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Copy Mazda IDS95 folder to desktop
Open the Mazda IDS95 folder on desktop
Open and Install Mazda IDS V95 software
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Select IDS V95 software language
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Click Yes to proceed
Install Mazda IDS 95.00 wizard
Click Next
Accept license agreement
Click Next
Click Install
Install software, the procedure will take 30 minutes to 2 hours, please wait patiently
Click Reboot to restart the computer when software is well installed
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2) Install Mazda IDS V95.01 & V95.02 update.exe

Open Mazda IDS software on desktop
Select Dealer Type: None-Dealer and Country, press Tick
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Check software and then close it
Open Mazda IDS95 folder on desktop
Install Mazda IDS V95.01 update.exe
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The procedure will take about 30 minutes
Then install Mazda IDS V95.02 update.exe
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Wait for about 30 minutes until it is well installed
Restart the computer

3) Install VCMII Driver

Open Computer
Open DVD RW Drive (E:) Ford Mazda IDS
Open VCMII Driver 2.2.0.1505
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Click Next
Click Next
Click Finish when VCM2 driver is installed
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4) Connect VXDIAG Ford& Mazda interface

Connect VXDIAG VCX NANO interface with computer
The system will detect driver and install device driver software
Open Computer>>Device Manager>>Ports>>USB Serial Port (COM4) and USB Serial Converter to check well communication is built
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5) Run Mazda IDS software

Open Mazda IDS software on desktop
Let the IDS software detect vehicle information
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Select diagnostic & programming function or view data logging etc.

Free VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford IDS V97 and installation

Free download Ford IDS v97 (v97.01) software for VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford & Mazda 2-in-1 diagnostic scan tool and software installation video.
  1. Software version: Ford IDS V97.01, Mazda IDS V96
  2. Perfect replacement for Ford VCM 2
  3. Multi-languages: English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Swedish, Finnish, Danish, Norwegian, Portuguese (European), Portuguese (Brazil)
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4.  Update by CD with unlocked firmware
5. Support both new and old vehicles.

Free download Ford IDS V97.1 full
Free download VX Driver for Ford IDS V97
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Requirement on computer:
  1. Computer has at least 4GB Memory
  2. Computer need produced after 2000 year, too old computer can not run the software.
  3. O/S needs to be WINDOWS XP SP3 or Windows7.

Compatible hardware:

VXDIAG VCX Nano Description:
VXDIAG VCX NANO is an OEM diagnostic interface for the vehicles of Ford and Mazda. It can be compatible with OEM software of Ford IDS and Mazda IDS

VXDIAG VCX Nano Function:
  1. Programming & Installation of new ECUs (PCM, ABS, Instrument Cluster, Air Bag, Fuel Pumps, etc.)
  2. Live Data-stream with Recording & Playback Functions for Main ECUs
  3. Read & Clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
  4. Set, Adjust or Remove Speed Governors
  5. Automatic vehicle recognition
  6. New Software Re-flash for Existing ECUs
  7. All Other Dealer Functions
  8. Steering Angle Resets
  9. Guided Fault Finding
  10. Program New Keys
  11. DPF Regeneration
  12. Brake Bleeding
  13. Injector Coding

NOTE:
If you have successfully installed/used Ford IDS V96, then directly download and install IDS V97. Better backup files before installing v97.

IDS V97 Installation main steps:

  1. Install V81 calibration files
  2. Install V91 IDS
(Should have 3 day trail information after install V91 IDS, otherwise fail to install, quit the IDS.)
  1. Install VCM2 IDS V96. if IDS V96 runs well, continue operation
  2. Install IDS V97, make sure it runs OK
  3. Finally install the VX Driver you just download above
  4. Test and diagnose cars
  5. Install frozen software
Free download VXDIAG Ford IDS V97 installation video