VXDIAG VCX NANO or Mini VCI for Lexus 2007?

VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota Techstream cable or Mini VCI cable to Read 2007 Lexus LWB Live Data?

 

Here comes our customer review.

For those that still want to try using Techstream, I bought my VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota cable from vxdiagshop.com in December 2022. I use a windows 7 laptop dedicated to just Techstream (version 12.10.019). I don’t worry about viruses and do not connect it to the internet.

I didn’t use the software with this VCX Nano since I already had version 12 installed with the previous cable. That alibaba vendor provide me version 17 on a small cd but I couldn’t get that version to connect with the car. The $25 cable did work with the Version 12 that I found through a google search at the time.

The $25 cable allow me to configure the settings in the car but couldn’t give me real time engine data.

I picked version 12 because my research indicated that version seem to be most stable with the year of my car (2007).

I’m able to read engine data real time (2007 LWB) and perform engine actions too, Previous had purchased a cheap $25 mini vci cable form alibaba but could never get engine data to work.

 

In short- ‘MiniVCI’ is a clone of very old Xhorse MVCI (google it). Some of those will even show live data, but super slow, plus you can’t e.g. do TPMS writing.

VCX NANO (USB, wifi, etc) -This worked good for me. If you got one working – please try TPMS (Writing sensor IDs.)!

VXDIAG Benz Xentry Failed to Code N62 Parking System?

Problem:

I had a problem with Mercedes N62 parking system. Need to do coding. But vxdiag vcx se Benz vci and xentry is not able to code the parking sensors.

No more updates can be installed on the diagnostic system.

Any idea?

Solution:

This function need online access with original account.

Our xentry is offline version and cannot do online scn coding.

 

www.vxdiagshop.com

How to use VXDIAG VCX SE Passthru with PIWIS3 VMware?

Question: Can i use VXDIAG VCX SE J2534 as a passthru device for Porsche PIWIS III software? What firmware version do i need?

 

Answer: Yes, many tested working no issue.

Here is a modified Porsche PIWIS 3 V38.500 vmware software for Passthru devices.

Download Link

File including:

PIWIS3-PT VMware torrent

and passthru settings files for vas6154 clone, vxdiag vcx se, vas5054, maxiflash vci, avdi etc.

(You need to install drivers according to firmware).

 

Just load this on VMware Workstation Pro and launch Piwis3.  Connect your VCX SE (or other VCI) and you should see the usb connection on bottom left of the screen.

To verify connection with VXDIAG VCX SE:

1. Navigate to D:\PiwisApps\VCI\Actia_64\XS_D_PDU_API_64 and run ACTIA_D-PDU_API_Tester.exe
2. Module Name and Resource drop downs should be populated if VXDIAG is detected.
3. Hit Start to run all tests — All tests should succeed.

NOTE:

If using vas6154 clone, must have firmware 1.6.0 or 1.6.6. Newer firmwares will NOT work. If you have 1.6.0 device then you need to set the VM date to before 2020 and then PIWIS will work. 1.6.6 does not need to change the date.

 

If use vxdiag vcx se, you can update the firmware to latest version but needs to patch or buy VAG license from vxdiagshop (or use VXDIAG VCX SE 6154 with VAG license in default).

 

Review:

1. Worked like a charm with VxDiag vcx se 6154 Passthru! latest driver 1.8.9.

2.   latest firmware works, need vag license from Allscanner. No need to downgrade firmware.

3.

also tested firmware 1.8.4, works fine. vcx se 6154.

GM DPS vs GDS2 Difference

What’s the difference between GM GDS2 and DPS software?

 

DPS:

GM Development programming system, aka DPS, is an in-house software general motors technicians use to develop software for GM motor vehicle electronic modules. DPS functions similarly to the GM SPS client. By itself, DPS can only perform the basic functions of reading the ECU ID information. You must acquire the corresponding calibration files and custom DPS scripts to complete any DPS programming.

You must have a GM compatible OBD diagnostic interface for connecting DPS to your vehicle, such as the VXdiag VCX NANO GM, DrewTech Mongoose pro-GM2, or GM MDI-2 interface. Any diagnostic interface compatible with the GM GDS2 diagnostic software will work fine with DPS. You need access to the GM SPS service to gather calibration files for your GM vehicle electronic modules.

The things you can do with DPS.

1. Manually program default or modified calibration files to GM vehicle modules without using the GM SPS service.
2. Change the VIN in a used secondhand GM vehicle module using special DPS VIN change files.
3. Change the PIN in a used secondhand GM vehicle module using special DPS PIN change files.
4. Unlock/remove the theft lock from a used secondhand GM radio module by using special DPS Radio VIN change files.
5. Change the mileage in GM vehicles by using my special mileage correction file.
6. Reset and program various functions in GM electronic modules using  Type4 application files.

 

GDS2:

The GM Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS2), a PC-based software application, is designed to diagnose and repair on-board automotive electronic systems. The software application is used with a personal computer and a GM MDI (or J2534-2 equivalent, MDI2, VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM).

GDS2 offers many features to increase diagnostic efficiency and productivity, including: 

• Viewing data in units
• Graphing data
• Performing a quick DTC check
• Initiating a manual regeneration cycle of the DPF
• Programming the injector flow rates when new injectors are installed

 

Both GDS2 and DPS software can be downloaded free here

VXDIAG GDS2 DPS Free Download

VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota review on Tundra Programming

Here comes the customer review of vxdiag vcx nano Toyota cable on Tundras.

 

‘The VXDiag website has a good version that works with 32 and 64 bit platforms. It uses a patch file to bypass login. I’ve been using it for over 5 years with no issues.

I recommend the obdii VXDiag cable interface. I have done a lot with it, and would say it is on par with the mongoose/xhorse devices and it isn’t nearly as expensive.

I’ve applied some software updates, sensor calibration and other things (most advanced features require paying for daily access to Techstream). Works great for TPMS programming as well.

I downloaded a copy of TechStream, from VXDiag and were able to log into it with an official TiS log in and use it with an unofficial cable.

 

I paid $25 for 2-day license.  With the Techstream legal subscription, it gave me access to files I needed (only done it a few times, the last time for calibrating a sensor). I would never do it with the cheapo cables, but have been happy with the VXDiag.

I wouldn’t apply updates to a new Tundra under warranty as the dealer will usually do that. I’ve done it on older rigs that are out of warranty. If I screw something up, so be it, but I have saved a lot programming keys, sensors, and other updates without paying a dealer.

I looked into access for programming 3rd gen keys, but I don’t qualify so I found a locksmith that would get me the security codes in real time. Worked great.

I was able to do all the customization I wanted and program TPMS as well on my 2016 Land Cruiser (no need on Tundra as it self learns TPMS). I have also calibrated sensors and done some software updates through TIS. I’ve only customized Tundra features so far.

Note that I have the wired version. I’d be nervous to use the wifi (wireless version).

Basically most cheap cables come with Techstream with a hacked exe file that gives you free offline access. Some people worry about using hacked software due to virus risks, which is understandable. I used the vxdiag version for years before finally retiring my laptop to be a techstream only device.

I don’t recommend the cheap xhorse knockoff cables (clear/see-through cheap cables). They don’t support all functions and the software they provide is not great.

A real xhorse/mongoose cable is the best option (but expensive). The VXdiag is a good compromise that is less than $100 (I paid $89).

You can use the crack software for a lot, and subscribe when you need cloud based support (downloads, etc) from TIS.

Always make sure your computer has good battery (I keep mine plugged in as well) to avoid a shutdown mid-software update. Good luck!’

VXDIAG VCX SE Connect Device Error Ping Failed?

Problem:

I cannot install and update vxdiag vcx se Benz VCI driver.

Got an error “Connect device error: ping failed”.

Any solution?

Possible reason:

Ping failed usually caused by network issue.

Try solution here first

If not working,  check network connection.

If has no network connection, disconnect device, unplug OBD, change USB port and reconnect device via USB only.

Check if WiFi indicator turns on.

Then connect OBD, check if WiFi indicator will turn on. If do all above, WiFi indicator still not turn on.  There is something wrong with your vcx se interface.

Need to send back for repair.