2023/06/27

Autel J2534 vs Cardag vs VXDIAG vs Scanmatik vs Other J2534

 Now j2534 devices are more plentiful, Drewtech Cardaq Plus3, VXDIAG VCX SE, Openport 2, Scanmatik Pro2/PCMTuner, Autel MaxiFlash VCI, Godiag J2534, GM MDI, Mongoose Pro etc.

 

How to choose amgone these VCIs?

We simply divide them into two categories.

1. Supports J2534 only

2. Supports J2534 can also emulate OEM VCIs

 

 

 

1. Supports J2534 only


Device including: Cardaq Plus3, Openport 2, Scanmatik Pro2/PCMTuner, Autel MaxiFlash VCI, Godiag J2534 etc

They are pretty much the same, only that newer j2534 device covers more protocols like j2534-1 and j2534-2. The Cardaq supports passthru-2 and DOIP and it’s approved by all OEMs。

 

CarDAQ-Plus

CarDAQ-Plus 3

1). CarDAQ-Plus 3 protocols
• SAE J2534-1
• SAE J2534-2

• J2534 v05.00 API

•DoIP

•CAN FD

• 4 CAN Channels

 

Compatible J2534 OEM Diagnostics:
• BMW/Mini – ISTA
• FCA – Wi-Tech 2.0 (2010-present)
• Ford – Ford Diagnostic and Repair System (FDRS)
• GM – Global Diagnostic System (GDS2)
• GM – Tech2Win (PC-based Tech2 software)
• Honda – Honda Diagnostic System (i-HDS)
• Jaguar/LandRover – Integrated Diagnostic Software (IDS) & Symptom-Driven Diagnostics (SDD)
• Mercedez-Benz – Pass Thru Programming System
• Mistubishi – Multi-Use Tester III Special Edition (MUT3–SE)
• Nissan – Consult III Plus R2R
• Subaru – Subaru Select Monitor 4 (SSM4)
• Toyota – TechStream
• VW/Audi (VAG) – Offboard Diagnostic Information System (ODIS)
• Volvo – Volvo Information and Diagnostics for Aftersales (VIDA)

• Chrysler wiTECH 2.0 J2534 Application (2009-older) (TechAuthority subscription required)

 

 

2). MaxiFlash VCI J2534:

MaxiFlash VCI J2534

1st generation:  Autel MaxiFlash Elite J2534 is a fully compliant SAE J2534-1 & SAE J2534-2 device, which performs standard PassThru J2534 functionality. 1st generation VCI does not have CAN FD and DoIP protocols. 

2nd generation:  The MS9** Ultra series MaxiFlash VCI/JVCI+ supports CAN FD4 CAN Channels, D-PDU, IS 022900-1 (j2534-1) and ISO 22900-2 (j2534-2) protocols and is RP1210 compliant. The MaxiFlash VCI can be use with Windows computer with applicable OE subscription for vehicle module programming

 

Autel J2534 is compatible with following OEM software

MaxiFlash VCI J2534 2

 

See also: Download and Install Autel IM608 JVCI J2534 Driver for OEM Software

 

Openport 2.0

openport 2.0

only supports CAN 2.0 (CAN/ISO15765) and K-line (ISO9141/ISO14230(KWP2000)/dual K line) protocols. (See: openport passthru pros and cons)

What OEM J2534 software does the Openport 2.0 work with?

CompanyJ2534 ProgramStatusNotes
AudierWinNot Tested
BMWISTAMinimal Testing
ChryslerwiTechNot Tested
Fordhttp://www.motorcraftservice.comNot YetJ1850 support pending
General MotorsTis2WebMinimal TestingCAN vehicles only
HondaHonda Pass ThruWorks
Jaguarhttp://www.jaguartechinfo.comNot Tested
MazdaMazda J2534Works
Mercedes BenzJ2534 Pass Thru SoftwareNot Tested$925.00!
MitsubishiMMC Update ManagerWorks
NissanNissan J2534
PorschePass Thru DMENot Tested
SaturnTis2WebNot Tested
SaabTis2WebNot Tested
SubaruSTIS Pass Thru Programming TooWorks
ToyotaTIS TechstreamWorks
VolkswagenerWinNot Tested

 

 

Scanmatik Pro2/PCMTuner

Scanmatik Pro2

It can be used as a J2534 device with a large number of diagnostic programs and flashers made for standard interfaces SAE J2534 and RP1210.

Protocols:

  • ISO-9141 / ISO-14230 (K-LINE)
  • J1850VPW
  • J1850PWM
  • CAN
  • Single Wire CAN.

No CAN FD, DoIP, 4 channels protocols. 

 

The J2534-RP1210 driver for the SM2 adapter (SM2-PRO) makes it possible to work with a large number of third-party programs that support operation via the J2534 interface.

List of tested programs:

  • Allison DOC
  • CAT Caterpillar Electronic Technician (CAT ET)
  • Chiploader
  • Chrysler Flash Application
  • Combiloader
  • Cummins Calterm
  • Cummins Insite
  • Detroit DDDL
  • Eaton Service Ranger
  • ECU Flasher (auto-bk)
  • Ford Module Programming Tool
  • Forscan
  • GM GDS-2/SPS
  • Hino Diagnostic Explorer
  • Honda HDS
  • Jaguar/Land Rover SDD
  • JCB Service Master 4
  • MDFLASHER
  • MMC Flasher (Bruce-Willis)
  • Nissan Csult 3+
  • Noregon JPRO
  • ODIS
  • OpenBox
  • PCMFlash
  • Toyota Techstream
  • Renault CAN Clip
  • Volvo Premium Tech Tool PTT
  • Volvo Vida
  • Wabco Toolbox
  • Xentry PassThru.

 

Godiag J2534

Godiag J2534

Supported Protocols

1. ISO15765 (Standard/Extended frame).
2. ISO9141.
3. ISO14230.
4. J1850 PWM (Support IFR and 2X speed mode).
5. J1850 VPW (Support 4X speed mode).

 

Compatible software:

SoftwareBrandYearNOTE
Toyota TIS TechstreamToyota, Lexus1995-2022Free download and activate software, update by link
Honda HDS 3.102Honda Acura1995-2022Does not support non-#7 K-line, update by link
ODIS-S, ODIS -EVW Audi Skoda Seat1995-2022For J2534 VAG only. Don’t support CAN FD protocol, Don’t support Ignition switch voltage detection
Forscan 2.3.48Ford Mazda Lincoln1996-2022Cannot do 3, 11 medium speed CAN
Scanmaster V2.01996-2022Free download and activate software
PCMFlash V1.2.067 modules1996-2022Yes, test by your side
J1979Tester1996-2022Free Honda immo code calculation
ELMConfig1996-2022Yes, test by your side
Volvo VI-DAVolvo1996-2022Yes, test by your side
JLR SDD2Jaguar Land rover2006-2016Yes, test by your side
GDS2GM Buick Cadilac Chevlert1995-2022Yes, test by your side
Xentry PassthruBenz, Smart1995-2022Yes, test by your side
ISTA-D, ISTA-PBMW, Mini1995-2022Yes, test by your side
Consult III-R2RNissan, Infiniti1995-2022Yes, test by your side

Godiag j2534 just compatible with software cracks without online programming capacities.

 

 

Mongoose Pro

Mongoose Pro

Protocols

    • CAN Bus (capable of ISO 15765, GMLAN, and ISO14229)
    • ISO9141/KWP2000
    • J2534 and J2534-1

Mongoose is engineered to work with one of the following OEM’s J2534 applications for Chrysler, Ford, GM, Nissan, Toyota, & VW/Audi.

 

 

 

2. Support J2534 also emulates OEM VCIs


Device including: VXDIAG VCX SE/Multi ToolGM MDI (only GM OEM VCI), Super ICOM Pro N3 (emulate BMW OEM VCI only)

vxdiag vcx se

CarDag, Autel VCI and some other J2534 don’t emulate original VCIs as VXDIAG does. VXDIAG emulates OEM VCIs – also supports J2534 like cardaq.

For example, Cardag cannot work with Ford IDS, only FJDS -FDRS. VXDIAG works with all IDS, Forscan, FJDS, FDRS.

CarDag cannot be replaced for a VCX SE or C6 VCI used in XDOS either. CarDag only works with xentry passthru version. With the Passthru and XPT devices you cannot work a priori on K lines, therefore older vehicles that use them will not be covered. VXDIAG works with both XDOS and Xentry Passthru.

J2534 device can be used as a simple Passthru device, it is not a 1:1 replacement for OEM VCI.

 

 

VXDIAG VCI will emulate following software

Toyota Techstream

Honda HDS

Benz Xentry

BMW ISTA

Subaru SSM3/SSM4

JLR SDD Pathfinder

Porsche PIWIS II/PIWIS III

Ford/Mazda IDS

Renault Clip

Volvo VIDA

GM GDS2/Tech2win

VAG ODIS

 

Vxdiag also has software loaded to a laptop ready to go. We have a decent T440p with an i7 processor and 8GB ram, you could purchase an SSD and then upgrade the ram when you get it.

 

 

VXDIAG VCX SE/Multi VCI also can be used as J2534 passthru for Hyundai/Kia J2534, Techstream official, FDRS, FJDS, Techline Connect SPS2, pcmflash, bitbox, alexflasher, gromcalc and much more.

 

GM MDI/MDI2 can also emulate GM GDS2/Tech2win software. It can also be used as j2534 for multiple software. If you’re on a budget you can get a good quality GM MDI clone (there’s even a Bosch firmware that you can put on it)  and that works fine for most applications.

 

Super ICOM Pro N3+ is a new device to replace ICOM emulator. It will emulate ICOM ISTA VCI. It can also be used as J2534 and DoIP device for many applications.

See

How to Use Super ICOM Pro N3+ as J2534/DoIP Passthru?

 

 

FYI: here is a part of list of J2534 Programs – Cars Trucks and others

If you know more, you can share and we’ll add it to this list so that all people know.

Japan

  • Toyota Techstream
  • Nissan Consult III Plus
  • Nissan Consult-III plus R2R
  • Nissan NERS
  • Mazda PCM Reflashing
  • Honda HDS
  • Mitsubishi MUT-III
  • Suzuki SDT-II
  • Subaru Select Monitor IV (SSM 4)


Europe + US

  • BMW ISTA-D Rheingold
  • VAG ODIS Service, Engineering
  • VAG iDex
  • Renault Can Clip
  • Ford FJDS, FDRS, IDS
  • GM GDS2
  • GM Tech2Win
  • GM SPS Programming Software
  • Chrysler Flash Application/wiTech
  • Jaguar Land Rover JLR SDD
  • Mercedes Vediamo
  • Mercedes DTS Monaco
  • Porsche Piwis 2
  • Xentry PassThru
  • Volvo VIDA
  • PSA DiagBox
  • J2534 Hyundai/Kia


Trucks and others

  • Allison DOC
  • Cummins Calterm
  • Cummins Insite
  • Case New Holland Electronic Service Tools (CNH EST)
  • ISUZU G-IDSS
  • Hino Diagnostic eXplorer DX2
  • MAN Cats II
  • Volvo Premium Tech Tool PTT
  • Wabco Diagnostic Software (Toolbox)

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