Volvo VIDA DICE 2014D Bluetooth User Manual

This article is available with the user manual for Bluetooth version 2014D VIDA DICE.

What is Bluetooth version VIDA DICE 2014D?

DICE-diagnostic communication device is a tool used with VIDA to communicate with vehicles. Communication makes it possible to diagnose and troubleshoot vehicles and download software.

Volvo 2014D VIDA DICE scanner= Bluetooth & USB Connection + Full Chip Green PCB + 2014D software + Firmware Update + Self Test Function 



Bluetooth Version VIDA DICE 2014D Highlights:

1.Software version: V2014D


2.Best OBD2 Tool for Volvo cars from 1999-2014,  working with used together with VIDA all-in-one
3.1: 1 Design as Original Vida dice in PCB and Bluetooth connection
4.Support Firmware update & Self test
5.Full Chip Brand New Relays


6.Support Multi-languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Swedish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Russian, Thai, Turkish, Chinese
How to install Bluetooth version 2014D VIDA DICE Diagnostic Tool?
Tips to use Volvo VIDA DICE 2014D Bluetooth Version:
1.Vida Dice update by CD (If we have newer version, we will send you CD or software link)
2.It can not do truck, can only do cars
3.USB and Bluetooth Connection
4.Vida dice only works on Windows XP or Windows 7 Pro (32 bit), (We Suggest You Use Win7 32bit )
5.Newesr 2014D version must install IE9, then you can use it
Important: Computer requirement:
- Computer memory need over 2GRAM
- C:// must have 40GB space
-Software must install on C://
- It must be NTFS format
6.Please close the anti-virus programmer before install software and disconnect internet .
7.Vida dice cannot support for VOLVO car models before 1999 year(no ECU system).
8.Vida dice is not 100% original, it cannot be update online directly

Guide to install Bluetooth version VIDA DICE 2014D:

1.Install Explorer 9 on your PC –> installed OK-> restart PC

2.Click "Setup" to Run VIDA software

3.Install Vida All-In-One

4.Select the language you need

5.Software Location on C

6.Install VIDA Patch->install OK-> restart your PC again

7.Run VIDA All-In-One

8.Input VIDA username: 1

9.Enter VEHICLE PROFILE

10.Select communication tool-> installing device driver software

11.Install Device Driver successfully

Then you can diagnose Volvo car according to your need.
Select Communication Tool and Test

Press Run to start the test

Testing OK

Bluetooth Version 2014D VIDA DICE connect to car successfully

Diagnostic Verifying VIN

Click Cancel

Read Car Details Display

NETWORK Display

FAULT TRACE Details Display


Source: http://blog.eobdtool.co.uk/bluetooth-version-2014d-vida-dice-user-manual-abilities-installation/

Volvo dice fixup error code P0015 on 04 S40 1.9T

I got P0015 on my 04 S40 1.9T, then with Volvo Vida 2014D, I solve the problem, to see how I solve the issue, please go on looking at the following parts.

Car model and year:

04 Volvo S40 1.9T, car only has 82k miles

Volvo vida dice diagnostic tool used:

Volvo vida dice interface, I bought from obd tools for €108.49

http://www.eobdtool.co.uk/wholesale/volvo-vida-dice-diagnostic-tool.html

Well packed without CD broken and speedy delivery, receive the package for 5 working days.

Error code read out by Vida Dice:

P0015: cam bank B over-retard

What work I check:

Checked the VVT solenoid, working fine and the gasket screen/passages are also fine. Car only has 82k miles, no big hurry for timing belt. Clearing the code using obd2 volvo vida dice diagnostic tool would work but would return next day (always). I don't know the history on the motor but I don't think synthetic oil was used.

Problem Solved:

Decided to run 3/4 quart ATF for about 250 miles (4 days) and noticed on the 4th day the cleared code didn't return. Drained the oil, put in Castrol Synthetic and a new filter. Code hasn't returned in a week (longest since I bought the car).

Looking good and a very inexpensive possible fix.

Volvo VIDA 2014 and OBDLink MX Wifi which better for Volvo XC90

Car model and year: 2013 Volvo XC90

My intent and purpose:

Read error codes and possibly in reading real time car information

Tools I am considering:

VIDA/DICE and adapters such as OBDLink MX Wifi

Question:

1. Which solution do you recommend for accessing car information and potentially for altering some car information?
2. Is one of these solutions a greater risk or more likely to cause problems?
3. Are these systems comparable or do the serve different purposes?

Answer:

1. Volvo Vida 2014 does more, the DiCE unit can access any sensor connected to the engine. Fuel pressure, MAF voltage, etc. Mx (through Obd2) only accesses sensors, but not all of them. 

2. Neither are risky except Vida dice might be if you screw up a software update. 

3. I have both, OBDLink MX is quick and dirty and can be used for any Obd2 vehicle. Volvo Vida Dice diagnostic tool takes more time to set up and is more comprehensive but is Volvo only. Mx can't access all the sensors that Volvo Vida 2014D interface can. I use both and wouldn't want to be without either one because I also drive and service other makes.

4. If it is possible to use the MX in "dumb" direct mode and it is fast enough, you can potentially write software that can do the same as Vida.
This will require information about Volvo specific communication protocols, how to ask, and how to decode response.

I would say it is better to use a plain CAN interface in stead of special hardware designed for OBD2 if you want to write your own software to communicate using Volvo proprietary protocols.