(solved) VCM2 clone error “Not Connected to VCM II”


This is a working solution of Ford vcm2 clone with the error message “Not Connected to VCM II” after successful IDS installation. Try to flash / reset vcm2 to solve the issue of low firmware versions.
 Vcm2 connection error:
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Working solution from pros work for OBDexpress.co.uk:
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Find out the reset button on the VCM2 clone unit
Press the reset button for a while
Connect the vcm2 to the laptop via the USB cable
DO NOT use the OBDII cable for the connection to car
Unpress/loosen the button when all lights turn on

 flash-vcm2.


The find out Bosch the the start menu
Open ford vcm 2 manager to flash and reset the ford vcm 2 clone
 
Note: solutions above only works fine with vcm2 at http://www.OBDexpress.co.uk/
 
Good luck and enjoy diagnosis with vcm2!
 

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