How to get GM MDI clone to work with Ford IDS?

Does anyone know if my clone GM MDI interface will work with Ford IDS software without limitations?
Also is there anyway to convert my MDI to a VCM II by flashing it? They seem to be very similar.

Possible but not easy…Requires editing of the Dynamic link libary files and more.

i have had MDI Working with it for a long time for personal use
Since version 97.xxx it is easier than say 96.01 becuase when they changed things to block clones in this version, they basically changed the file stucture to that of an MDI.

but whats the point with tools like vxdiag vcx nano flying about for around the £50.00 mark using the same process as i talk about ….they are good working tools for little money that can be thrown away when blocked or damaged and repurchased…..you would need to buy a lot of these buy the time you bought an original VCMII

let me give you an example…with licensed ford ids and clone VCM-II , You are still blocked from server….with genuine VCM-II and good keygened software thing still work 100%…YOU CAN CHECK THIS NOT IN IDS But in ETIS.

the main thing dealer sites look for is genuine hardware but sometimes genuine serial in clone tool is not enough, example JLR SDD

after many years of messing about with this sort of stuff i can honestly say the way to go is…Genuine tools with Genuine software, which is out of most people like you and me’s reach so 2nd to that is genuine tools with GOOD modified software that works in the real world….Some clones work well and are reliable like Vas5054a, Lexia interface...renault can clip….icom a2‘s….sdconnect….interface of good quality…..but when i spend a lot of money on tools i want them to work , software i can always sort myself so i try to buy genuine hw for personal use , way less problems this way…..long winded post i know but i thought i would share my thoughts in general …..Kind Regards

Credits to the contributor from https://cartechnology.co.uk/

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/03/13/gm-mdi-clone-works-with-ford-ids/

Can I have a chance of having GM GDS2 & Tech2Win on VCM2 units?

Source from some forum:

GM GDS2 & Tech2 Win access with Ford VCM2

This might have been answered before. I’ve searched the forum with no luck. Has anyone been able to make this work? Thank you

mattydr67:

No it cannot works
Good luck

Vagvag:

With Tech2win it will work 40-50% and with Gds 2 it will work 20-30%……..
Because missing Gm protocol (chip) from the Vcm II vs. with Gm Mdi…….
Go and make scan with your Vcm II with Tech2win with one Corsa-d and look with how many Ecu’s it will not communicate!!!!!!!!!1
Then go with one Astra-h then with one Vectra-c and look the same!!!!!!!!!!!

Regards………

Freduegut:

hello !! friends ..
I commented that if it works 100% as I have the 2 teams VCM2 and MDI !!!
works Tech 2 win, SPS, recalibration 100% ….

I just tested it to American ..not sure things in Europe..maybe not works because of Full different protocols

Good luck

Obdexpress.co.uk:

It should be not.

Better run GDS2 and Tech2Win with GM MDI interface and use Ford/Mazda IDS with VCM2 unit

Good luck!

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/03/12/gm-gds2-tech2win-working-with-ford-vcm2/

Ford IDS 108 Windows 7 installation & activation review

Contacted obdexpress.co.uk about IDS 108 install and activation over TeamViewer. After agreeing on a price, he checked my system for compatibility and shortly thereafter began the install. There was a problem with my computer causing the install to have to be done twice, and he went above and beyond to complete this extra step in the setup. He also gave me support after installation showing me a couple of things inside the program – Great guy.

I am in United States and can confirm that this IDS solution is native install and works on North American vehicles.

So far have tested 2003 Ford F-150 all functions including PATS, 2007 Ford F-150 all functions including PATS and module programming, 2015 Transit Connect self test and datalogger work. However, 2014+ Ford vehicles require locksmith ID LSID to do any PATS functions or any PMI programmable module installation/PCM reprogramming etc. This solution does not work for those functions.

Overall, obdexpress.co.uk is fair, reasonable, and trustworthy. He is expedient, diligent, honest, and affordable. He worked all night getting my system to work. I recommend him.

Thanks obdexpress.co.uk – Glad I could finally contribute something – a review.

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/03/05/ford-ids-108-06-native-install-with-remote-support/#Message-complete

Which Mazda VCM2 should I buy?

Mazda VCM2 price and where to buy:

– Best VCM2 price for Ford/Mazda
this is MAZDA VCM2 best quality: http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/id…-card.html (with Mazda IDS 96, if you want the newest IDS 108, go to VXDIAG VCX NANO Mazda/Ford: http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/wi…-ids.html, supports WiFi also and the same function)

FORD VCM2 best quality:
http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/be…rsion.html 155 euro (not includes shipping)

– Possible Mazda software help
yes, you’ll be helped by professionals. i have a profession team for tech support

– Payment methods accepted (western union possible?)
Western Union is ok

– Does this MAZDA VCM2 comes with ids software?
yes, VCM2 unit comes with IDS software

– Can I use this MAZDA interface VCM2 to read Ford Vehicles eventually with different software?
MAZDA VCM2 http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/id…-card.html only works with Mazda IDS software
FORD VCM2 http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/be…rsion.html only works with Ford IDS software

if you want one unit for both Ford and Mazda, please use VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford/Mazdahttp://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/wi…a-ids.html this unit works good with Ford/Mazda IDS and you can install both software in one PC

– Product must be send to Country Bolivia, City Cochabamba, please can you calculate shipment price and tell me total price in US Dollars?

price of unit with shipping:
MAZDA VCM2: 201usd
FORD VCM2: 215usd
VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford/Mazda: 130usd

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/03/02/how-to-choose-mazda-vcm2-for-maximum-quality/

VXDIAG VCX NANO or VCM2,Which is better?

VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford or VCM2 What is better when i will program other ECUs to Ford?
ECU or Gearbox ECU, …

Stelaras: vcm2 for sureee

Braicarsa: VCM2 is gooood

Eddz: Stay well away from Vxdiag. It is china developed tool that they claim works better than anything else, but in real life if you encounter a problem there will be no support because there simply is no information about this magic tool.
Be warned because nobody will help you if you get in trouble while using this crap

ivica21: Vxdiag for reprogramming is slower than VCM2.For diagnostic is the same.But for new software is Vxdiag better because (black list)only if you have VCM2 with not blacklisted serial.

Kim1980: VCM2 SP177-C1 is talked a lottttt in this forum
saying it’s the best clone unit

Atmel: Clone vcm2 also has good quality, i not saying ebay or Alibaba. good quality Ford VCM from china works just like original, there is some good quality benz and BMW units out there, vag com and VCP for vag. Honda HDS interface is very cheap from china and latest software can be found online and works great never failed me…

Bersch: I used the link from Kim1980 above and bought the SP177-C1

The inner board seems good… upload photos…

  

Reference:

Why SP177-C1 is the best VCM2:

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2017/12/27/vcm-ii-sp177-c1/

Where to buy VCM2 SP177C or SP177C1:

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2017/05/05/where-to-buy-ford-vcm2-clone-sp177c-or-sp177c1/

VCM2 Reviews:

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2017/01/28/vcm-2-clone-review/