A lot of software can work with Ford VCM II

This Ford VCMII can works with:
Ford IDS
Mazda IDS
Suzuki SDT 2
JLR SDD
Toyota Techstream
Nissan Consult 3+
Honda HDS

This is about Ford VCM 2 software compatibility.

And also with any other software that support Passthru J2534 devices

Why is not working the Mazda IDS for you is that you need to do some tricks to make it works
Maybe will be someone such a kind to tell you how to do it.
All that its shared in public it will be easy KILL it

So you need to make your tools seen by the Mazda IDS Manager and then you can use your Ford VCM 2 with Mazda IDS
Good luck

Credits to mattydr67 who contributed to this thread !

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/25/ford-vcm-ii-a-lot-of-software-can-work-with/

Where to buy a cost-effective VCMII?

SP177-2 VCMII, it has the same function and same quality as VCM 2 SP177-C/SP177-C1!!!BTW, SP177-2's price is lower,Cost-effective, it can save $50+USD!!!

VCM2 For Ford Features:

1. The VCM II is the new Ford OEM diagnostic tool. It provides dealer-level diagnostics using the IDS software. 
2. The VCM II is the brand new diagnostics interface from Ford for use with the Integrated Diagnostics Software (IDS). 
3. The VCM II and IDS, along with a dedicated laptop, provides full dealer diagnostic capabilities for most 16 pin Fords. 
4. A fantastic new function of the VCM 2 is its ability to communicate wirelessly with your laptop or computer without any hardware or software upgrades.
This allows technicians to work on vehicles remotely while the VCM II is connected directly to the vehicle. 
5. The VCM II will be required for all new 2013 Ford vehicles and is backwards compatible with most 16 pin Fords.
It supports the Vehicle Measurement Module (VMM) and new Customer Flight Recorder (CFR). 
6. The VCM II has shock resistant rubber ends, making it suitable for garage and workshop environments. 
7. The CFR replaces the Vehicle Data Recorder (VDR). 
8. The CFR is an optional cable that allows the VCM II to monitor and record live data streams. This provides an advantage for technicians when diagnosing

VCM2 For Ford Function:

* Automatic vehicle recognition
* Read & Clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
* Live Data-stream with Recording & Playback Functions for Main ECUs
* Guided Fault Finding
* New Software Re-flash for Existing ECUs
* Programming & Installation of new ECUs (PCM, ABS, Instrument Cluster, Air Bag, Fuel Pumps, etc.)
* Program New Keys
* Injector Coding
* Set, Adjust or Remove Speed Governors
* DPF Regeneration
* Brake Bleeding
* Steering Angle Resets
* All Other Dealer Functions

Where to buy :http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/vcmii-vcm2-ford-diagnostic.html

VCM2 clone and Vxdiag Vcx Nano, any difference? Which better?

I have both a vcx and a decent vcm2 clone, both from obdexpress.co.uk. I purchased the vcx first thinking I could get by with it and was sadly mistaken.

If you never intend to do anything other than read codes and live data then the vcx will do however I was never able to get it to reprogram anything or connect to ANY north american diesel trucks.

My vcm2 functions flawlessly including updating it and adding wireless to it with a pair of the proper wifi dongles.

Keep in mind when purchasing a vcm2 that there are look alike ones out there that are vcx nanos in vcm2 clothing. (I made that mistake as well lol) Buy it from someone who shows photos of the inside. the fake vcm2 will have a single pcb with one main chip and not allot else going on. A good vcm2 has a second pcb on a riser with two noticeable capacitors on it and both boards a nearly covered with components.

Look here: good VCM2 with 2 boards:

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/01/21/vcm-2-best-quality-sp177-c1/

Which IDS software version for VCM2 clone SP177-C1?

If you want a VCM2 SP177-C1, IDS V100 software will come with the unit.

But if you have a VCM2 clone already and the unit is HQ clone (same as units in http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/producttags/vcm2.html ), you have luck with the latest IDS version 04-2018

The newest IDS compatible with VCM2 SP177C1 is version IDS 109:

http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/ford-vcm-ids-v108.01-software.html

Need install driver myself?

For vcm2 clone you can install vcm manager or ids and it will install drivers automatically.

For Vxdiag Vcx Nano Ford clone in vcm2 case use vx manager which will install drivers too.

Src:http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/23/vcm2-clone-vxdiag-vcx-nano-ids-version/

How to step by step install Ford IDS 109 software

How to install Ford IDS 109 software:
1- Install the ids 86 before changing the date to 1 07 2015
(hold the date 1/7/2015 ,, until you finish step 5
every time you restart your computer, check the date, if it is  on 1/7/2015)
2- install patch ( choice option 2 )
3- Make a backup of your windows system (I recommend, this is optional)
4- Open the program with the interface connected ,,( choose NON DEALER,when open program for first time ) , keep vcm turn on,on the computer.
5 - create a restore point,,,then turn off vcm of the computer
6 - Okay, now install the new version,  v109.01, before installing, changing the date of your computer, to the current day
7- After installing, go back to the restore point, which you created in step 5, activate this restore point, and then open the program
8- Finally, install FordExtendProgram  (click right mouse button click on, run as administrator)

Done, will work in the new version

Note, here’s solution of VCM II IDS software update error
Error message in update IDS 109:

VCM II - IDS software version mismatch (update IDS)
The software version on the VCM II is newer than the IDS software version.
Select Tick to install the latest version of the IDS software.
Select X to cancel and then roll back the VCM II to an earlier level of software.

se ha producido un problema al actualizar el software vcm ii
es nece sario realizar un restablecimiento de fabrica de vcm ii
pulse el icono de confirmacion para realizar el restablcimiento
pulse x para cancelar

There was a problem updating the vcm ii software
It is necessary to carry out a factory restoration of vcm ii
press the confirmation icon to perform the reset
press x to cancel

How-to’s:
Update VCM II firmware, using the tutorial: http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/12/vcm-ii-ids-software-version-mismatch/

Edit to add a note:
Ford IDS 109 Tech Support - Remote Installation
http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/ford-vcm-ids-v108.01-software.html

Src:http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/20/how-to-install-ford-ids-109-software-for-vcm-ii/

Why do you need VCM II recovery?

Why do you need have VCM II firmware recovery?

You Chinese clone that after flashing says beep every second …
or firmware in the clone for IDS84 program , and you want the software to IDS86 …
or you have violated the data on the memory card or memory card is broken …

Is it safe to do VCM II recovery?

Not really. ALL can be done AT YOUR SOLE RISK . You’d better SAVE YOUR OLD MEMORY CARD .

How to do VCM II recovery?

1. Install a clean copy of the operating system, this system must not be connected VCM2
   2. Install the drivers for all devices and update system
   3. Download files from the links below
   4. Disable updates Disable Firewall, Disable Web
   5. Set the date on your computer September 1, 2013, and disable time synchronization via the Internet.
   6. Set IDSv86 on your system.
   7. reboot
   8. kill the following processes if they are running:
   CodeServeD.exe
   DetectionManager.exe
   EngineeringFeedback.exe
   FNPLicesingService.exe
   ISUSPM.exe
   ProbeTickHander
   Starburst.exe
   SysPage.exe
   TDSNetConfig.exe
   TDSNetSetup.exe
   Tabman.exe
   testman.exe
   wuauclt.exe
   XMLRegistryD.exe
   9. This item is optional.
   unzip the boot.zip and put it in the folder “C: \ Program Files \ ford motor company \ IDS \ system”
   that is, the full name of the folder should be “C: \ Program Files \ ford motor company \ IDS \ system \ boot”
   10. Apply the patch from attachments. Up to this point NOT connect device VCM2. 2nd item when using the patch (for VCM 2).
   11. Reboot
   12. WARNING! your device VCM2 must not connected wires.
   13. Remove the side cover from VCM2 with the side where drawn Wifi, install the card 4 or 8GB depending on what was installed in your device. Commonly used
   class 4 cards
   14. Press the plastic button (to the quiet click) but not much, because the Chinese are very fond of buttons to break.
   15. connect the +12 v supply through connector. (Continue to hold the button)
   16. Wait a few seconds, the red light, but you must continue to hold the button. When a beep sounds immediately release the button.
   17. Wait about two minutes (visually nothing will happen), connect the USB cord from VCM2 to computer.
   18. Start Bosh VCI MANAGER. Once connected, you will see your VCM2 in recovery mode.
   19. click on “Restore” button and go to drink coffee, it takes about 40 minutes.
   20. after flashing VCM2 automatically reboot. (If, after repeated firmware situation BEEP 1 second, you can try to do firmware lower software version number,
   eg 84 or 85)
   21. Wait 2 minutes.
   22. unplug all cables from VCM2
   23. Restart the computer, wait for the full load and run the IDS86 (VCM2 not connected). on offer data entry, enter the dealer Ford / Mercury / Lincoln,
   dealer code UR097, country Russia
   24. Wait until the start IDS86 and connect the device.
   25. system will install the drivers and communication protocols VCM2
   Everything should work!
   p.s. If you broke the paragraph 14 of the button to close the tweezers solder contacts or temporarily remote button on the wires.
   If this does not help, follow instructions at the end of all the action as follows:
   26. Reboot
   27. Press the reset button, plug in the +12v to VCM2, wait for beep, release the reset button
   28. Start IDS86 and wait until the boot
   29. Connect VCM2 USB cable to the computer program IDSv86 should offer to update the firmware of the device.
   30. Update the device.
   31. after flashing VCM2 automatically reboot. (If, after repeated firmware situation BEEP 1 second, you can try to do firmware lower software version number,
   eg 84 or 85)
   32. Wait 2 minutes.
   33. unplug all cables from VCM2
   Now exactly Everything should work!

The link: https://mega.co.nz/#!ucJXCDSB!385VlhEyXMsjTzlHc1Ij9gddveml0afwt1Wtwis2F9I

Password: 1235

Is the tutorial working for VCM II clone?

Yep. The recovery tutorial works for both VCM II genuine and clone.

Credits to v0iD0zZ3r from http://mhhauto.com/，BIG THANKS 

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/18/vcm-ii-recovery-why-how-to/

Ford Manager 2.4.73.37 (2.3.85.7): Tested 100% with VCM II & real cars

Yes! The new Ford Manager 2.4.73.37 is working only copy/paste the Ford Manager files over the Mazda Manger one as before.

I tired and works.
If you have a genuine/HQ cloned interface and want to use Mazda ids fully then right now it is better to stick with 2.3.85.7

And yes i tested in real car also.

I did a DPF Static Reeneration in a Mazda 3 (BK) 2007
Works like a charm. All Function that I used in that car worked well
If I will see any problems I will be back to 2.3.85.7
But now I wanted to keep it as it is because I don’t wanna chane always the firmware between Ford IDS and Mazda IDS
I have a HQ Ford VCM II not a Mazda VCM II

Btw. I use ALL the Ford Manager installer. ( as it’s installed in Ford IDS partition )

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/17/ford-manager-2-4-73-37-2-3-85-7/

(Solved) VCM2 IDS USB device, language, license, drive issues

Here are some advice and suggestion for your VCMII IDS tool ,when you meet issues like these below:

- try with V86 versión, when I plug in the USB give me this error "unknown USB device"...
- download VMWare V93 from this fórums it is on Russian and I can't change the language...
- try to install V92 like I saw on cardcodereaders through Youtube...
But even I put 31/10/2014 it says "no valid license"

note: I have format several times and tried with W7 Ultimate, W7 starter, W7 Pro... and always the same. Never works even if I always have in the BIOS the same date: October 31th of 2014
I cant install a XP because I have no drivers for it.

Advice & Suggestion:
IDS saves information to the master boot record of the hard drive, just reinstalling windows won't fix it. Either purchase a genuine license or you have to delete the hard drive partitions to rebuild the MBR and then reinstall windows. It is much easier to acquire VMWare Workstation 10 / 11 to install a copy of Windows 7 that you will use solely for IDS as you can make backup copies in case you goof up something.
What date you use is irrelevant as long as you continue to use the same date. Start with IDS version 91 -> upgrade to 94 (Use the VCM II firmware from this version) -> upgrade to 96 (now the newest IDS is version 109). You can start with an older IDS version if you want the old calibration catalogs, using this method will require you to download any calibration files you need if you plan to do any module programming. Additionally, if you don't purchase a valid license and are using a trial your IDS cannot acquire these files automatically over the internet.

Maybe you could have a try with IDS software from Chinese. They help IDS without expiration and no license issues. Sometimes, if you have good luck, remote tech support is available also, help such as remote installation, language setup and the like


http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/16/solved-vcm2-ids-usb-device-language-license-drive-issues/

VCM II SP177-C1 vs. SP177-C

Folks talks a lot about China clone VCM II SP177-C and SP177-C1, saying they’re best VCM II from China. So, how much do you know about the two units? And what’s the different? Laura here will explain it from you all.

VCM II SP177C1:

http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/best-ford-vcm-ii-diagnostic-tool-wifi-wireless-version.html

VCM II SP177C:

http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/ford-vcm-ii-diagnostic-tool-wifi-card.html

Actually, SP177-C is same as SP177-C1.

Look here

– SP177-C1 PCB:

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/01/21/vcm-2-best-quality-sp177-c1/

– SP177-C PCB:

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/14/vcm-ii-sp177-c-pcb/
C1 have usb sticker for wifi. That is, only usb wifi is not included in SP177-C.

It’s only difference.

Both are Quality A version.

But vcm ii sp177-c1 is the most populous version, which supports WIFI and comes with the best PCB design. Works faster and more stable than any other units.

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/14/vcm-2-clone-sp177-c1-vs-sp177-c/

VCM II SP177-C PCB

China clone VCM2 SP177-C Quality A:

Source: http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/ford-vcm-ii-diagnostic-tool-wifi-card.html

How to solve VCM II - IDS software version mismatch

This is technical support from obdexpress.co.uk for “VCM II – IDS software version mismatch” and “Not Connected to VCM II”

VCM II – IDS software version mismatch (update IDS)

The software version on the VCM II is newer than the IDS software version.

Select Tick to install the latest version of the IDS software.

Select X to cancel and then roll back the VCM II to an earlier level of software.

Software IDS 103

VCM II Manager (Ford-VCM-II): Not Connected to VCM II

Tech support from obdexpress.co.uk:

Find this button in the VCM 2 main unit, and then press on it.

Connect the VCM II unit to a laptop/PC with a USB cable

Note that VCM II is only connected to the PC via a USB cable, not connected to the car via an OBD cable

Press the button until the power is connected and all the lights are lighted.

Go to the START menu, then Bosch

Open Ford VCM II Manager, then go to VCM II Update for recovery

Hope it’s helpful to you.

Good luck!

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/12/vcm-ii-ids-software-version-mismatch/

How to use D-Link wireless adapter for VCM 2 WiFi

This is how to configure a wireless VCM II unit using the supplied D-Link wireless adapter shown as below:

This configuration allows the computer’s internal wireless card to connect to the internet while the supplied D-Link USB wireless adapter, installed in the computer, communicates with the VCM II.

INSTRUCTIONS: FIRST TIME CONNECTING WIRELESS TO THE VCM II (DEFAULT) (POINT TO POINT)

1. Shutdown the IDS application.
2. Disconnect the VCM II USB cable from both the computer and VCM II.
3. Insert the supplied D-Link wireless adapter into an unused computer USB port.

A Windows “Pop-up” may appear if the device driver is being installed.

4. Connect the VCM II to the vehicle using the DLC cable.

The VCM II’s wireless feature is enabled when connected to the vehicles 16-Pin DLC connector. It may take up to 30 sec for the wireless feature to be enabled.

5. Startup the IDS application.
6. If this is the first time IDS has been started, you will be prompted for preferences and settings. You may also be prompted for a license key or to validate your IDS license. For more details on IDS licensing, see the IDS Users Manual.
7. If a VCM II software update is available, you will be prompted to connect the VCM II USB cable to perform the update.
8. Click on the “Device Selection” tab
   
   located at the top right corner of the IDS screen (see Figure 1: Device Selection Screen).

If the “Device Selection” tab is not visible, connect the VCM II to the computer using the USB cable.

9. Select the VCM II that you would like to connect to.

WARNING: Verify the VCM II serial number belongs to your device. Failure to do so may disrupt other VCM II’s and risk personal injury.

10. Check the “Wireless Default” box to make this VCM II your default. By specifying a default, you will no longer need to visit to this screen unless you want to connect to a different VCM II.
11. The VCM II is ready to operate with IDS wirelessly.

Now you have VCM II with D-Link adapter for wireless diagnostic as VCM II SP177-C1 WiFi version.

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/10/how-to-configure-vcm-ii-wifi-using-d-link-adapter/