VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota and Original TIS Review

Does VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota interface work with original TIS Techstream software?

Yes, tested it working without issue.

User feedback:

" I use the vxdiag vcx nano with the latest teachstream which you can download from the Toyota eu website. It also runs with vx manager too. You just need to use the "patch" (which is really a shortcut adjustment) to make it run. Alternatively you can apply for a techstream licence. but its not cheap.

You need to pay for two lots of access (in Europe atleas). For example
1. to gain access to use techstream and to generate the key
2. to gain access to the modules where you can download the firmware upgrade files / calibration files.

Compared to the Mazda MDARS software, where you pay one subscription and the software checks for any firmware/calibration file updates and will download it automatically in the software and update the ecu (obviously if you select it to do so). So its one process within the software, unlike the techstream where you still have to download the files separately.

According to the various region techstream sites, you have to either get the approved toyota obd cable or a SAE J2534 passthru cable. I got the more expensive VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota Techstream cable. The adapter manufacturer specifically stated that for programming functions the client needs to log in to TIS. As to dealer capability some do have that ability to do task through techstream as per client's request. But some don't so you are left on your own. So to do the firmware upgrades/calibration you do need a TIS subscription, there is no way around that. Thats where you download the calibration files.

If you are referring to below message… it is normal unless you are using a legit TIS version with an active subscription.

You can still perform checks and customization and pretty much everything that does NOT require a connection to TIS server.

As for this "crack", the patch bypass the license requirement. In the later techstream version eg 17 or possibly 18, all the crack is, is just a modified shortcut to the teachstream execution file, and it looks like its telling teachstream software to run in a offline mode or some kind of a mode.

Observations and clarifications:
If you have a key then vx manager will run techstream within.
If you run the patch you will not land in the main menu. Going to the main menu will trigger techstream to ask you to input your license key. Thus you will not be able to run any tasks (if you dont have a license) thereafter unless you exit and start all over again.
If you check for update it will display the installed version as 18 but what is available for download is 17."

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VXDIAG VCX NANO Toyota GR Yaris UK model Review

Here comes the vxdiag vcx nano toyota scanner unbiased user review on Toyota GR Yaris, UK model.

I got a VXDIAG OBD adapter to work using the supplied Techstream V17 software supplied by them (with a 'crack patch" to defeat dealer licence info I assume).

I connect over Wifi rather than USB.

1. install the drivers by installing VX Manager, (latest version on the VXDIAG website), connect the VXDIAG by USB and upgrade the firmware & licence if required.
2. install Techstream V17.10.012 (or latest V18 version on the VXDIAG website)
3. copy the shortcut patch to the desktop
4. run Techstream from the original shortcut
5. fill out the registration by putting anything in the fields, select your region
6. if asked for a key on the next screen, just press cancel
7. at the main UI, select >Setup >VIM Select >change from TIS to Toyota … on the click down field, exit program
8. plug VXDIAG in the ODB2 port and connect via wifi through "Network and internet settings"
9. open Techstream via the shortcut patch on the desktop

I've finally got it working. I've made the lane-change indicators flash 4 times instead of 3, enabled the auto windows up & down from key fob and lock turn, and disabled ESE which I think I actually prefer – it now sounds like a car and not a computer game (a rather feeble car but I'm hearing a lot more of the dump valve which I do like, despite sounding like a mouse sneezing!)

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VXDIAG VCX NANO or OBDLink for PCMHammer?

OBDX Pro, OBDLink, VXDIAG VC NANO GM are PCM Hammar App approved devices. Which is choose to choose from?

Here is the clue.

OBDX Pro VT –

This device is the brain-child of two PCM Hammer collaborators (Tazzi & PeteS) who thought they could build something with the high speed of an AVT or J2534 device, at the price point of an ObdLink device. And that's exactly what they did. But supply-chain issues mean that they arrive in batches, which sell out quickly. Consider getting onto the waiting list now, and buying one of the devices below while you wait.

ObdLink ScanTool LX (preferred) or MX+ or SX

both slow, but they do work.– These devices are supported, however they do not support high speed / 4X communications, so a full read of a 512kb PCM will take roughly 30 minutes (longer with the SX). That's long enough that we advise using a Battery Tender or similar device to ensure that your battery doesn't die. However these devices are inexpensive and readily available. (To be clear, the ScanTool MX+ is supported, the MX (without plus) is not supported.) The LX uses bluetooth, but has been very reliable. The SX uses USB and is very inexpensive, but it is also the slowest option. The OBDLink is just for reading codes thru some basic applications not for flashing pcm.

AVT 852

These devices are fully supported, and the only drawbacks are the price and the process of acquiring one. They cost about $275 and are only available from the manufacturer, and the manufacturer does not have an online store so you have to email them.

VXDIAG VCX NANO J2534

The VxDiag VCX Nano is J2534 devices, available for about $110 or so in vxdiagshop.com, which many people are using. There are two or three versions of the VCX Nano – make you sure you get the one that is compatible with General Motors vehicles. You will need to get PCM Hammer / PCM Logger via .zip file in order to use them with the VCX Nano.

this is an over-the-top awesome use of the Nano. Using the VCX Nano with PCM Hammer is four times faster than using the OBDLink MX or MX+ Bluetooth method.

Here is the review of setting up pcm hammer with vxdiag:

How to use PCM Hammer Software with VXDIAG VCX NANO GM?

Other J2534 Device

In theory, any of J2534 device should work, however there seems to be a conflict between the Windows Store and some J2534 device drivers, so you may need to get PCM Hammer / PCM Logger from the .zip file releases rather than from the Windows Store. Some J2534 devices do work with the Windows Store, for example the Bosch MDI2 (there are mixed reports regarding Bosch MDI2 clones, however).

NOTE:

There are no ELM / ELM 327 devices in this list. The app won't work with other ELM 327 devices.

In sum:

The obdlink sx is the cheapest but very slow. The obdxpro vt was built by the pcmhammer guys and is very fast and quite reasonable as well. The VXDIAG works well and being able to use Tech2Win, GDS2, Techline Connect SPS2 and TIS2000 makes it worth the extra money for us.

Does VXDIAG Work with GM DPS Software?

Q: Will VXDIAG VCX NANO GM Work with DPS (Development programming system) Software?

DPS functions similarly to the GM SPS client, it will change VIN on BCM, change mileage in GM, unlock GM HMI MODULE theft lock etc.

A:

Need luck. According to our user feedback. Some tested working, some failed.

We don't provide DPS software nor calibration files. Free to tested by yourself.

For example:

2022 Cadillac ECM programming with vxdiag vcx nano gm & DPS

VXDIAG VCX NANO GM Review on Malibu S10 Acadia

Here comes the VXDIAG VCX NANO GM August 2023 review from one of the vxdiagshop.com customers.

"Buy the software from their site, along with a thumb drive. Make sure you delete any related software before you install the software you bought. And any settings that you changed trying to get it to work. Windows home edition won't run virtual machines, if you know what Red Hat means windows pro upgrade is free and easy. To do this software build and know how to use this tool's software, you need to be an expert with computers and expert mechanic. If you are both…. This tool is insanely cool and cheap!!!! You can do anything with GM owned company vehicles 96 and up, Opel too.

** ALL FIREWALL and ANTIVIRUS must be off or it will not work ***

Works great for a wide array of GM vehicles giving you dealer level data and control. VXDIAG does a nice job of providing plenty of how to information to assist with the software install. I didn't have any issue and gave tested both Tech2 and GDS2 applications. Special functions and test operations all worked great and I was able to review so much data on each vehicle I connected it to. Tried with a 2006 Malibu, 2002 S10, and 2015 Acadia, and all worked well. I stuck with the USB model to ensure the most reliable connection. If you are not computer friendly then the setup may be a challenge, but most should be able to follow the directions with success.

this took me some time to successfully setup but now it is working flawlessly highly recommended.