Ford VCM2 clone works with Suzuki DST2 software!

This is how I made Ford VCMII clone  work with the Suzuki sdt2 software.

I used the best from vcmii clone china….yep..it’s SP177-C1.
I used a dell latitude d630 with clean install windows 7 32 bit professional.
I installed the Ford V.86.
I opened the Bosch VCI manager and updated the VCM II to work with Ford v86.
I installed Suzuki sdt2 software, and when the install asked me to connect the VCMII i connected the Ford VCM II and continued with the install.
Once it finished I opened the BOSCH folder, then VTX-VCI sub folder, and copied the entire contents of the VCI Software (Ford-VCM-II) to VCI Software (6516-Suzuki). Replace all files !!!
the Suzuki software will see the VCMII as the OEM VCM even that the VCI manager say its a Ford VCMII.
The regedit will look into the folder VCI Software (6516-Suzuki) for all the drivers, and it will load the Ford drivers to make it work.
DONE.
Remember to open VCI manager and connect the VCM before you go into the Suzuki or Ford software.
I connected a 2015 car non USA model and worked perfectly.
I also connected other USA model cars and worked OK.

I tried on Suzuki swift 2001 g10a, Suzuki wagon R 1.3 2007′,and Suzuki swift diesel 1.3 2011,ALL WORKED FINE!

I mean it’s not able to do programming VIN or ecu programming if data base is NOT had it….but diagnose is ok……..

I hope this helps !!

Btw, you can change Ford VCM2 Device type to SDT2 VCI , Then you have a SDT2 VCI.
So if dongle not work while it is a Ford vcm2, maybe it would work after you changed the VCM2 Device type to SDT2 VCI.

Cheers..

Note: VCM2 clone can work with a lot of software. Look here: http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/04/25/ford-vcm-ii-a-lot-of-software-can-work-with/

http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/service/ford-vcmii-clone-works-with-suzuki-dst2-software-28702.html

Buy VCMII SP177 instead, if SP177-C1/SP177-C isn’t available

FYI, VCM2 HQ clone SP177-C1/SP177-C is hot. So you might have no luck with them. But you won’t regret to have VCM2 SP177 instead.

If you worry about the quality, the board talks.

Look here..Ford VCM2 SP177 PCB china clone

Source: http://www.obdexpress.co.uk/wholesale/best-quality-ford-vcm-ii-oem-diagnostic-tool-ids-wireless.html

VCM2 PCB Colours- Which best?

I just wanted to comment on the issue of the PCB plating as I am qualified (electronics and computing).

The boards are made of copper laminated to fiberglass. When these boards are made – BEFORE installing the electronic components – they normally plate the copper with tin or a cadmium alloy to prevent corrosion of the copper.

The colours you see are a consequence of the plating process.
– Tin is a silver colour and has been incorrectly described early in this thread as Aluminium which is never used for a PCB plating. Tin is the normal plating used as the solder is an alloy of >90% tin. The old 60% lead and 40% tin solder is no longer used as the lead is a poison that leaches into the ground when electronics are disposed of.

– Gold colour is the cadmium alloy plating and is usually selectively applied where exposure to moisture occurs such as connector contacts and test points. I rarely see it soley used on the whole PCB as a plating but it can be cheaper to plate the whole board rather than selectively at times.

– The real Copper colour of a red gold is an unplated board – VERY BAD. I would avoid such a unit at all costs because if they are such cheapskates and cost cutters not to have the PCB tin plated then they will have cut costs elsewhere.

There was a reply that tried to correct this matter but I hope this makes things a lot easier to understand.

BTW, There are many other issues that affect the quality of performance of any electronics such as capacitor quality.

If the board is showing all the copper tracks then that is a problem in itself which leads to oxidisation in air, most boards have a coating (conformal) to prevent this, finding a pcb manufacturer who plates every single track is impossible, coating the pcb with a protective layer of conformal prevents oxidisation in air and compared to the cost of tin varnish is minimal and the process much cheaper, tin needs high temperature to flow while varnish can be sprayed on at room temperature.

This is good info to know…

But actually…. I still think the problem we all face when we try to do certain functions is due to poor quality components (or missing components)

My vcm2 sp177-c1 works perfectly on ALL new generation ford / Mazda but have difficulty to achieve some functionality on old ford based ECU (also on Mazda equipped with ford ECU).

I’m pretty sure that the Chinese “engineers” who developed those clones didn’t copy the OEM board 100% . They must have took some shortcuts to save $$.

Big thanks to dstirrup and MrPhil who share good info with us

Src:

http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2018/05/01/which-pcb-colour-is-best-for-vcm-ii-clone/

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/

How to use Ford IDS 108.01 for diagnostic/programming

VCM 2 SP177-C1 Ford IDS 108.01 user manual of how to use:

Vehicle data reading
Module Programming
Self Test
DataLogger
Powertrain
Electrical
Chassis
Body
Oscilloscope Tools
IDS language setup

In detail...

How to use VCM2 IDS 108 to read vehicle info:

Run IDS Integrated Diagnostic Software

Click on the VCM 2 icon on the bottom left for diagnostic

Start New Session, then All other

Vehicle specification: 2011 MY

Check vehicle info
Vehicle: Mondeo
Engine Type: DURATECH-HE/I4
Capacity: 2.3L
Transmission: Automatic
Fuel Type: Gasoline

Continue

Complete


How to use IDS 108 for Ford module programming:

Module Programming

Programmable Module Initialization:
ABS, ACM, AHCM, BCMII, CCMII, CDP, CMR, DSM, HCM, HVAC, IPC, IPM-A, PAM, PBM, PCM, PDM, PSCM, RCM

Module Reprogramming:
ABS, ACM, AHCM, BCMII, DABM. IPC, PAM, PCM, RFA, TCM, VDM

Programmable Parameters:
Odometer Write, Car Configuration Parameter(s)

As-Built:
IPM-A, TCM

Exit


How to do v108 Ford IDS Self Test:

Self Test

All CMDTCs

Reading DTCs

All CMDTCs explanation


Exit


How to do DataLogger in IDS 108 Ford:

DataLogger


Body, Chassis, Electrical, Powertrain, Module
Engine

Set the ignition switch to ON

DTCCAT

Exit


How to use Ford IDS108 for Powertrain:

Powertrain


How to use IDS108 software for Electrical:

Electrical


How to use IDS108 software for Ford Chassis:

Chassis:


How to use VCM 2 IDS108 for Ford Body:

Body: Security, Service Functions, BMS Reset, Power Seats


How to use Ford IDS 108 Oscilloscope Tools:

Oscilloscope Tools: Oscilloscope, Oscilloscope with Hookup, Alternator Ripple Test


How to change a language in Ford IDS program:



IDS languages: English, Deutsch, Fransis, Italiano, Español, Nederlands, Svenska, Suoml, Dansk, Norsk, Portugues (European), Portugues (Brazilian)

Select any language you need




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