[How To Install] VXDIAG - The poor man's Tech2

[Ross]

HP Tuners has free software... VCM Scanner has a dash gauge mode that you can download and play with for free.
One issue with this method is on start up. The tablet/PC has to boot up, VCM Scanner has to load, then you get your oil pressure, etc.
The other thing I find difficult is finding a good screen, because they can be hard to see when there is too much sunlight.

I think HP Tuners won't run on Windows S mode, which most tablets run... check their website, but I think that is correct.

 

[Mayor West]

I agree, I've got Torque pro already, but I haven't been able to locate the correct PID to display the current mileage through the app.

I have sent a few folks with Torque and I really like the possibilities. Hope you figure it out. It's new stuff.

 

[Brian74]

It emulates a Tech2. There's one programming thing you can't do but it only requires a 40$ all data subscription I think.

I had to order a new power cable and battery for my 10 year old laptop because they were rubbish, they arrive tomorrow. I'll try to get screenshots when I play with it.

I can't remember what/why it said don't use a 64bit VM running 32bit windows, but I vaguely remember that it's unhappy in a VM however @Brian74 may have an opinion on that. He's the one who got me onto this tool and I think he's running dual boot but not VM.

I never noticed this thread. You do not need VM ware if you are running a 32 bit version of Windows 7. You can simply take a laptop and partition a piece of your hard drive or add a new drive and install Windows 7 32 on it. Just dont go online so it wont make you registster the OS.

In fact I'd definitely not run this on a computer that you regularly use online (with VMware) because it is quite possibly pirated software from China and there is no telling what other **** that could be executing in the background once you run any of the .exe files.

I just remember it taking a little trial and error to run properly and I had to get current drivers from the Bosch website.

 

[Brian74]

Does this tool let you read the current odometer reading? Does it provide “live” info, like speed, rpm, etc? Trying to see if I can use this as the basis of my new electronic dash.

Its the exact GM scan tool that the dealership techs use.

 

[Anks329]

I got this set up tonight and was able to connect to the car without issues. Thanks for the detailed steps!

Navigating the program is pain, anyone have a guide with info on the tool works? Specifically looking to grab mileage information from the bcm through this tool.

 

[Mayor West]

Navigating it is a PITA, don't think I've seen mileage. Do me a favor and see if you can go in to the ABS section and load it up, mine always says it loses connection (I've tried on two goblins) and I wanna know if it's me or not.

 

[Brian74]

Navigating it is a PITA, don't think I've seen mileage. Do me a favor and see if you can go in to the ABS section and load it up, mine always says it loses connection (I've tried on two goblins) and I wanna know if it's me or not.

With the ABS module being gone from the bus, its probably hitting some sort of error causing it to back out.

 

[Anks329]

Navigating it is a PITA, don't think I've seen mileage. Do me a favor and see if you can go in to the ABS section and load it up, mine always says it loses connection (I've tried on two goblins) and I wanna know if it's me or not.

My donor didn't have ABS originally, so I don't think I'll be able to see any of that information.

 

[Mayor West]

With the ABS module being gone from the bus, its probably hitting some sort of error causing it to back out.

I figured, sucks cause that's where the tire pressure info is I think.

 

[Ross]

I figured, sucks cause that's where the tire pressure info is I think.

TPMS uses the key fob wireless receiver, as each tire communicates thru it. I think the BCM has the pressure limits in it, as Bradr has hacked into it already.