Problem: My Ford VCM2 software has popped up an attention: “License expired! Available times 2. Please update VCI!” What does this mean? Please help.
Solution
Uninstall VCM II software, then re-install latest version V126. This problem can be solved. Attention please Ford VCM II &Mazda VCM II CANNOT be installed on the same system.
Ford_IDS_126 installation package download
MZD_IDS_126installation package download
Ford_Mzd running patch download
VMware:
Wanna know how to read with BDM tool or make complete clone of PCM from Ford F150 4.6L...
What is the requirements?
You will need Ford vcm2 or vxdiag (ford).
Just use IDS v.86 Programmable Module Installation to install and program your replacement PCM. for PCM replace no need 2 keys, if GEM changed, need 2 keys to start the car. BCM / GEM is Immo yes 2 keys but change PCM no 1 Key is just Parameter reset use existing Key.
You will need C80 reprogramming files to change calibration Via PMI but if P/N same just adapt with IDS V86 10 minute time wait in Body / security / parameter reset.
IDS v86 is including C80 reprogramming file:
ford v86: https://share.weiyun.com/5m6QIc4
Password:j75sp7
How to reprogram Ford PCM with VCM2 clone, this article list the step-by-step procedure:
http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2017/09/14/how-to-reprogram-ford-pcm-with-vcm2-clone/
Also you can refer to How to reprogram PCM for Ford Focus 2008 with VCMI IDS:
http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2015/10/30/how-to-reprogram-pcm-for-ford-focus-2008-with-vcm2-ids/
Today, I start a topic: FLY SVCI j2534 vs IDS3 vs. vxdiag vcx vs. VCM IDS, thanks to all users’ feedback, they used them to diagnose or program old or new Ford cars.
it’s their in-house designed and manufactured tool that’s supposed to work with bunch of manufacturer’s software, like Ford’s IDS, Mazda IDS, Toyota TIS, etc.
Image source:
https://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/fly-fvdi-j2534-mazda-diagnostic.html
1). It’s a powerful tool and works with official. latest ids software
2).I just did a PCM/TCM Module programming on a 2014 fiesta with the svci j2534 today. Honestly I was surprised how well it worked. I would suggest a USB cable. I was having issues before because my laptop USB port did not supply enough current.
3).svci j2534 work good I tested many times program keys, sync immo , remove speedlimiter etc. and work OK.
Let’s start with one customer’s question:
Tried programming an older eec-v pcm 2000 f150, these are j1850 and require 18v feps on pin 13. I keep getting an feps error. When prompted to turn ignition on before it starts programming I see 18v being applied for 5 seconds then 0v and then the error. I tried bench programming it as well.
I ordered another svcij 2534 to see if it was an issue with mine but I haven’t had a chance to test it. I’ll just return it now. It’s weird because it work to diagnose j1850 just fine. And it does apply 18v to program. I haven’t had a problem with CAN vehicles.
Thanks to @sazimam who recommend Rotunda VCM with IDS for the Ford pre 2002:
As for the old, pre 2002 Ford cars – you need to have a Rotunda VCM with an old IDS like version V92 and it’s appropriate offline flash files database installed in a VM since the serial number of the clone device will be 99% blacklisted. See the forum for the VM that works OK, best knowledge about this has a user “scott…” if I remember this great guy well.
Just an info for FLY company. I had an IDS3 from this company and worked well for just two years. After this period it became not supported and the module programming was impossible at all, confirmed by the FLYobd stuff with a sorry and with recommendation to buy SVCI that it’s supported nowadays. Of course I quit and bought a replacement from VCX that works like a charm work the recent SW version of IDS. Having 4 VCX devices now – the oldest one for 6years already and still working well with online updates I have to support them and recommend to buy their products!
In a word, vcx it’s the best quality, three vcx nanos, working as a charm !!
One more time, big thanks to all users’ test reports.
Have VCM2 clone (Item No. SP239-B) and when I install the patch file, I get message ” error license for function: Passthru” and “Device error”. I install Ford IDS V112, Mazda IDS V107.
obdexpress.co.uk engineer solution:
Please reinstall the patch, just free download here:
https://mega.nz/file/kFAQFQSQ#41NurD1QMyKtKinO2goPRV2Q9gkJiDFsO38yPXULmZk
If the link expired, please contact at www.obdexpress.co.uk
IDs software feedback on Ford transit mk7, Ford transit mk8, Ford custom 65 plate…
I got one of those VCM2 clones that I used with my Mk7. so I could keep van running well.
On a positive note my 56 plate 2.2 130 is quiet as a mouse
I’m running a granddaddy vcm2 on v96 and it works on the custom 65 plate. However, you can’t initialize modules or program keys, so apart from basic code reading, live data and configuration. It ain’t needed.
Forscan seems to work.
You might need to change your vcm serial number but just try using v95 to v98 no later. And vmware on your vcm. You know if it works if you plug it into the van and it sees the pcm as shows the vin etc. No comms to identify the vehicle pcm and manual entry required means no.
1) Can’t do any of that.
All you can do is program injectors. Clear any and all learned values. Live data. Change configuration.
No module installation, no keys. No pats.
So it’s pretty crap really.
But as you have it there you should be able to get it running with v96/97/98. If your serial number isn’t blacklisted. If it is then you’re screwed.
Install v91 then v96 on vmware and give it a try.
Euro 5 it doesn’t have it.
But sh*t really.
I read that you can do it online with etis if you have a license, but when I took it to Ford and specifically requested that it be done they charged me but didn’t do it they just cleared the fuel pump learned value
Fyi that causes it to sound worse as it needs to learn again.
Not had a good experience with euro 5 tbh bloody Ford
It may be available with mk7 euro 5.
Also pre 2015 may allow pats access offline.
But that’s all I know.
On a positive note my 56 plate 2.2 130 is quiet as a mouse
2) I’ve used Forscan instead, it’s newer than IDS software and it’s free, fairly easy to use and works with VCM2.
Enjoy!
Question: I’ve got a VCM 2 that’s using the v86 program that’s about 4 years old.
Took me a while to get it working but has worked ever since on a couple of Van’s and 2 of my fiestas now the laptop won’t connect to the VCM even though it makes the bong bong sound when I plug something into the USB port.
The lights on the VCM are a little random.
The laptop light will light when it’s only plugged into the van and the standby light is the only one that lights when the laptop is plugged in.
Tried a different USB laptop to VCMII and it’s still the same.
If I get a new one will it just plug into laptop and work or will I need to set it up?
Also what at the Forscan things people use, would one of them be better for resetting the learned values on an mk7 euro5?
Solution:
ford vcm2 is also j2534 pass-thru interface,vcm1 is not, and VCM module is for measurements using ford ids, and this forscan software runs j2534 protocol devices as per j2534 vcm2.
FORScan can only work with VCM using the J2534 Passthru interface. VCM 1 doesn’t support J2534 Passthru so can be used with IDS only. VCM 2 and VCMM (next model after VCM2) work fine with FORScan.
– After you plug the new VCMII to the computer, open the device manager, if you can’t see the update button, please directly use the IDS. If you can see the update button, just click on it to update before using IDS.
Here obdexpress.co.uk chief engineer recommends you one best VCMII clone:
Problem: My Ford VCM2 software has popped up an attention: “License expired! Available times 2. Please update VCI!” What does this mean?...
