How to Change VXDIAG Benz New SSD to UEFI Mode?
Problem:
One of our customers reported that the old versions VXDIAG Benz hard drives work very well, the new Xentry 512G solid drive system windows no loading. Boot error.
The new Benz drive (Item number SS471-AS) is different from the earlier disks.
You need to change from LEGACY to UEFI mode.
Change the Boot List Option Setting from Legacy to UEFI.
Go to Settings->Boot Sequence, select UEFI mode under Boot List Option.
Try on UFFI and new disk is working.
GDS2 or Diagbox for 2020 Opel Grandland X?
One of our customers reported that VXDIAG VCX SE PSA diagbox software 9.85 read the VIN on his 2020 Opel Grandland X European model, but could not proceed, diagbox software stuck after reading VIN. Images attached:
VXDIAG diagbox software does not support Opel Vehicles. If the Grandland X is 2020/2021 then is legacy Opel but not PSA models with Diagbox. Crossland X 2020/2021 is still on GDS2. GDS2 latest version 2024.05 does have Opel Grandland X/Crossland X 2020/2021 listed.
Also you open an account at PSA by yourself and buy a subscription and you will be able to install it without pay to someone else.
The Opel/Vauxhall coverage is up to 2018 when the Opel went to PSA.
So you need EU GDS2 that covers Opel up to 2021. GDS2 Global/NA has no Opel 2020 coverage.
To be much more clear. If you can do diagnostic in that car by GDS2 then you need to buy Legacy Opel SPS Programming subscription but not Diagbox token.
To do SPS programming you will need an account ( public servicebox-parts.com
) and you have to buy an SPS Programming subscription.
You need Legacy Opel
subscription if you was able to use GDS2 in
that car.
Related reading:
Vauxhall Movana 2017 SDM Programming by VXDIAG & PSA Service Box
VXDIAG VCX FD and Topdon Rlink X7 Which is Better?
VXDIAG VCX CAN FD series and Topdon Rlink X7 CAN FD J2534 which is better?
Check the table comparison below:
| Manufacturer | VXDIAG VCX CAN FD | Topdon Rlink X7 |
| Driver | VX Manager | Rlink Platform |
| Registration | No | Yes |
| DoIP protocol | Yes | Yes |
| CAN FD Protocol | Yes | Yes |
| Connection | USB Type C, WiFi, WLAN, DoNET | USB (type C) |
| J2534 Passthru for OEM programming | Yes | Yes |
| Operating system | Win7, Win10, Win11 | Win10, Win11 |
| GM Software | Yes | Yes |
| Ford Software | Yes | Compatible, coming soon |
| Mazda software | Yes | Compatible, coming soon |
| VAG Software | Compatible, coming soon | Yes |
| Toyota software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| Honda software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| Subaru software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| Nissan software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| Benz software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| BMW software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| Land rover software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| Porsche software | Compatible, coming soon | Compatible, coming soon |
| Chrysler software | No | Compatible, coming soon |
| Renault software | Compatible, coming soon | No |
| PSA software | Compatible, coming soon | No |
| Update | BMW Benz Porsche JLR Pathfinder update by HDD/SSD, other software update by link | Update by HDD/SSD
|
In sum:
Both Topdon and VXDIAG use 3rd party drivers.
VXDIAG VCX FD now released license for GM and Ford/Mazda, while Topdon Rlink X7 released license for GM and VAG.
Other license are not ready.
VXDIAG supports Renault and PSA software (coming soon). Topdon rlink x7 does not. But Rlink supports Chrysler software.\
Both devices can be used as J2534 passthru interface for OEM programming.
VXDIAG supports WiFi, WLAN and Donet connection, Rlink only USB connection (at present).
VXDIAG JLR SDD No Network Connection Solution
Problem:
Got the VXDIAG VCX NANO JLR SDD V164 software installed, and ran SDD, but failed to connect with the vehicle. Software says no network connection. Any solution?
Solution:
In this case, you have to run SDD from offline patch (on desktop) and complete dealer information.
First run JLR SDD Offline patch (file name without date), run SDD, then close.
Then run JLR SDD Offline patch (file name with date) to open SDD software.
Run SDD software, go to Settings, then complete dealer information (Must complete dealer info to use SDD).
Select Country, City, dealer name
Fields marked with an * are required. You can randomly input any value.
Techstream No 2021 RAV4 Prime Option Solution
Customer question:
It is a 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime. When choose a vehicle in Techstream V15 software it does not list the Prime as an option. Just the normal Rav4, Rav4 EV and Rav4 HV. Which option should I choose?
Here is the clue.
The early V15 didn’t cover all 2021 vehicles like the Rav4 Prime and the Venza HV, V15.20.021 was the first to include them.
So you need version 15.20.021 and later. Choose either 2021 Rav4 or Rav4 HV.
Also have to choose a proper cable.
User feedback:
I updated Techstream to V15.30.026 and it gives the option of a Rav4 PHV and it works (using the vxdiag vcx nano toyota cable). I was able to address and clear the code and now all is good electronically with the car!
FYI:
Our customers also tested version 18.00.008 and it knows about the 2023 RAV4 Prime. V18 is what people use and works on anything upto 2023.