Ford Vcm 2 User Manual
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Release: 21-MAR-2012
Version
1.5
Hardware Manual
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VCM II Hardware Manual Trademark Acknowledgements Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company. Vetronix is a registered trademark of Vetronix Corporation. Copyright Information VCM II Hardware Manual Copyright © 2012 Ford Motor Company. The information, specifications and illustrations i n this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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V C M I I H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 1 Table of Contents DEFINITIONS, ACRONYMS, AND ABBREVIATIONS ........................................... 2 VCM II DESCRIPTION ................................ ............................................................... 3 SAFETY ............................................ .......................................................................... 4 P ROPER INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT...
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V C M I I H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 2 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations CAN Controller Area Network CE European CE marking Conformité Européenne (E uropean Conformity) CFR Customer Flight Recorder – vehicle data link reco rding device CSA Canadian Standards Association DLC Data Link Connector - vehicle diagnostic connecto r, SAE J1962 (OBDII vehicles) ECU Electronic Control Unit...
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VCM II Description
he VCM II is Fords next-generation high performance, r uggedized, vehicle serial
communications gateway. This enhanced device provides mult iple vehicle serial
communication interfaces, including other functionality , to meet the requirements for all Ford
Motor Company vehicles.
The VCM II unit is housed in a shock resistant polycarbonat e case with rubber end boots, along with
an extended operating temperature and...
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Safety
ead and understand this safety information before i nstalling, assembling, and using this
equipment.
DO observe the safety warnings and notices in this do cument.
WARNING: This indicates the presence of a hazard th at can cause serious personal injury
if the hazard is not avoided.
NOTICE: This indicates the presence of a hazard tha t can cause damage to the VCM II, a vehicle,...
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WARNING: DO NOT allow any cables to become entangl ed with operator or driving
controls. This can cause interference w ith driving and can cause injury.
DO use this equipment in accordance with the operatin g procedures.
Before carrying out maintenance and cleaning of the VCM II, make sure the unit is NOT connected to a
power source, vehicle, or PC. Use only a well-dilut ed, mild, non-abrasive cleaning...
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Equipment Precautions
The following warnings must be observed when using the VCM II:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions will increase the risk of personal
injury
Step 1: Read all instructions.
Step 2: Care must be taken as burns can occur from touchin g hot parts or surfaces.
Step 3: DO NOT operate equipment if damage to unit or cable is sus pected.
Step 4: DO NOT let...
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VCM II Features & Functions
he VCM II unit is used by technicians as a tool in diagnosing and repairing automotive electrical
and electronic systems. The VCM II is designed to c onnect the vehicle to a PC application which
then functions through the VCM II for data transfer and ECU reprogramming. Refer to Figure 1
below for the VCM II features and functions.
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V C M I I H A R D W A R E M A N U A L 8 Normal Power-up Of VCM II From a PC: To power-on the VCM II, connect the type B end of the USB cable included in the VCM II kit to the VCM II High-Speed USB Client connector (see Fig. 1). Connector the type A end of the USB cable to the PC USB port. When power is first ap plied to the VCM II, the Vehicle Interface LED will illuminate. After 5 seconds the PC Interfa ce LED will illuminate and the Vehicle Interface LED will turn off and around 10...