Tuesday, 30 June 2020

My first key cutting machine: xhorse dolphin or kukai sec-e9

If you are looking for your first key cutting machine, and wondering buy xhorse dolphin or kukai sec-e9. Please read the following parts based on users' feedback.

Firstly, please ask yourself these questions:
The answer to your question depends on your needs, forget for now cheap or expensive, and look at what you need it for.
-Are you looking to cut occasional keys, a lot of keys?
-Do you want updates and the latest keyways first?
-Do you want a machine for now or a machine for many years?
-Do you want a machine that holds its value so you get a decent rate when you sell on rather than a worthless bit of kit
-What you want and what coverage you want reliably then fit the right machine to your needs

kukai sec-e9 review
1. SEC E9z - only for car keys
SEC E9 is little bit better can cut all key*

2. I've had my sec e9 a little over a year and it's been good to me. It was my first key cutter as well.

kukai sec-e9z reviews:
User 1:
I have SEC E9z - and I'm happy with this machine
For start E9z is OK but If you think to use VVDI MB for Mercedes keys will be beter to buy XHorse with VVDI MB and will have one token free every day

Compare what they can do and what they can't do:
copies most type of key:
kukai sec-e9/9z YES
xc-mini/dolphin YES

cuts car keys:
kukai sec-e9/9z YES
xc-mini/dolphin YES

cuts house keys by code:
kukai sec-e9 YES
xc-mini/dolphin NO cannot

can do engraving:
kukai sec-e9/9z YES
xc-mini/dolphin NO

so as of right now sec-e9 can do much more

can cut dimple keys (xhorse cant do)

can cut tubular keys (xhorse cant do)

can cut house keys(xhorse cant do)

can cut old GM 6 cut single side key(xhorse cant do)

can cut cabinet key y11 to code (xhorse cant do)

can engrave key with phone/logo whatever(xhorse cant do)


ok now heres where they get you tho the clamps and extras

High-Security Automotive Clamp and BONUS: HU66 Clamp for VW, Audi and Porsche

so you get two clamps

and there are a few more

engraving clamp 300

single sided clamp 200

home dimple clamp 300

tubular key clamp 195

tibbe key clamp 150

mercedes h64 clamp 99

hu162t vw clamp 99

one side toy2 adapter 99

sip22 fca adapter 99

and another 100 in cutters for those
thats almost another 1700 dollars in extra clamps you would need to get to kit this out

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Xhorse Dolphin work with your phone - E9/E9z can't

Xhorse Dolphin has option for battery - E9/E9z hasn't

If you make 70 keys for Mercedes with free tokens Dolphin comes free

Dolphin is half price than E9

Most of E9 clamps are useless you can cut the key without them, for example: I bought E9z with all clamp but for example I'm cutting VA2 HU92 and HU66 without clamp.

To be upgrading...

Thursday, 14 May 2020

New Xhorse MINI ELV Emulator compares old ELV emulator

Look at Xhorse VVDI MINI ELV Emulator for Benz W204 W207 W212:

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Price: £117 (5 pieces in total)

New MINI ELV Emulator is £77 cheaper than the old ELV emulator:
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New MINI ELV Emulator is smaller and cheaper than the old ELV emulator.

New MINI ELV Emulator: Use the cable ties to fasten the position.
old ELV emulator: install on the original position to replace.

The similarities:
1- Share the same functions.
2- Works with VVDI MB BGA Tool.

http://blog.obd2shop.co.uk/new-xhorse-mini-elv-emulator-compares-old-elv-emulator/

Friday, 20 September 2019

VVDI MB V5.0.1 can disable FBS4 key, CGDI MB can read FBS4 keys

Confirmed: VVDI MB V5.0.1 can disable FBS4 key, CGDI MB can read FBS4 keys, and only MB dealer can do fbs4 key.

VVDI MB V5.0.1 upgrade content:
Add FBS4 disable key function (Special function->FBS4 disable key)- Support
W166/W205/W213/W218/W222/W246 type.


VVDI MB V5.0.1 free download:
https://public-ap-southeast-1-1251058331.s3-ap-southeast-1. amazonaws.com/download/product/vvdi-mb/software/VVDI-MBTOOLV5.0.1_password123456.rar
Pass: 12345

cgdi mb on FBS4 key:
CGDI can read FBS4 keys and knows if it's in a working status or if the key is damaged;
CGDI can read EIS FBS4 and knows if it is working or not working.
That is CGDI can't make calculation for FBS4. Only Read to know the status.



FBS4 applicable models:
Applicable Models: April 2013 to Present, Model W212; July 2013 to Present, Models 166, 207, V212; September 2014 to Present, Model 218; November 2014 to Present, Models 117, 156; April 2015 to Present, Model 172; MY-AII, Models 205, 217, 218, 222, 231.
MY2013, Model 166 with Code 803, Models 207 and 212 with Code 804.

Also, you can check SA Codes on vehicle data card or use any suitable online vin decoder to see SA codes related to your vin. You are looking for the presence of SA code 803 or 804, depending on the Model this means vehicle is FBS4 related.


FACT:
No device can do fbs4 yet. Only MB dealer can do it.

www.obd2shop.co.uk

Tuesday, 3 September 2019

VVDI PROG 4.8.6 version update function requires Bosch ECU Adapter

VVDI PROG can be updated to 4.8.6 version, here is the download link:

The update function of this version requires Bosch ECU Adapter:
+ Add ME17.5.22(TC1724)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.4_Exx(N20)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.4_Exx(N20)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.4_Fxx(N20)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.9_Fxx(N20)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.9_Exx(N20)(ADAPTER),
  MED17.5.25(TC1782)(ADAPTER),
  MED17_5_22(TC1782)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17_2_3(B38)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17_2_K(B38)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.5(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.8(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.H(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.P_Fxx(N20)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2_Fxx(N55)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.G(N55)(ADAPTER),
  MEVD17.2.6(N55)(ADAPTER)
  options in
  <10-BOSH-ECU-ADAPTER>-><BMW>
  (Need BOSH ECU ADAPTER)
+ Add ME17.5.22(ADAPTER),
  MED17_5_25(ADAPTER) options in
  <10-BOSH-ECU-ADAPTER>-><VOLKSWAGEN>
  (Need BOSH ECU ADAPTER)

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Other function:

+ Add VVDI PROG USER MANUAL 4.8.6 version in Doc folder

Note: This version DON't need update firmware

More info about VVDI Prog Bosch ECU Adapter please check here:


Thursday, 29 August 2019

CONDOR XC-MINI PLUS User Manual: Operation instructions

Here is the CONDOR XC-MINI PLUS user manual: operating instructions that provide you to use the machine correctly and safely.

Part 1: Height level adjustment

1. Enter the main interface and click on 'Self Test'.

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2. Click on 'Height Level Adjustment '.

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3. Adjust the height of the cutter and probe by following the tips on the screen, then click on 'Continue' to the step of adjustment.

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4. After the machine stopped, please follow the screen tips, adjust the probe, let it at the same height with the cutter, then 'Continue'.

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5. Select the correct diameter of the cutter and confirm it.
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Part 2: Clamp calibration

1. Enter main interface and click on ' Self Test'.
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2. Click on 'Clamp Calibration'.
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3. Select clamp M1 and proceed by following the tips on the screen.
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4. Please put the HON66 key blank according to the screen, then tighten the clamp, click on'Continue', calibration finished.
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5. Enter clamp M2 calibration, rotate side A upward and do not put any keys on the clamp.
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6. Follow the tips on the screen, rotate side B, C, D upward one by one to calibration
until M2 clamp calibration finished.

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More Operation instructions please refer to http://www.obd2shop.co.uk/upload/pro/19082215664575917376.pdf

Friday, 23 August 2019

Audi A8 2007 lost key: done by VVDI2 or AVDI? KD remote needed?

Audi A8 2007 Lost key, 4E to look at
its 3 lit. diesel, the car has prox
function but has normal ignition

Tools to use and test results: 
AVDI: Don't know if avdi can do it, probably yes.
VVDI2: Yes
KD remote: Can be used

Experience with VVDI2 + KD remote:
Kd remotes can be used.
You need to remove kessy module. should be on driver side under mats.
Read eeprom and make dealer key with 7th byte and learn it.
I used Xhorse vvdi2.

A question that comes with it is:
Is the original key and remote are integrated? ie id 46 remote gets programmed at the same time? or is it a manual procedure?

The answer is:
Yes, is id46 in circuit.
Remote will program automatically.
I used touareg key, worked well.
I'm not sure if all a8 are keyless but the one I've done had ignition too.
Ignition will turn on and start when pressing the brake pedal.
Keyless keys 4e are very hard to find.did not found on eBay or China.

In KD app..
Go in "vw Skoda seat". you will find a8, Touareg, Phaeton..
Also you can try Touareg 433 nb multifunction.

One last question:
on right hand drive cars like in uk, is kessy still under the driver seat?

The answer is:
It's On passenger side..
Just have to remove 4 bolts from the seat.5mins job..


Enjoy.

Credits to @ comizelu (DK forum)

Credits to Laurance for collection.

Tuesday, 20 August 2019

VVDI2 V6.6.1 update: BMW CAS4/CAS4+ via OBD possible and more...

VVDI2 V6.6.1 (2019-08-20) update:
Require firmware V6.6.1
https://mega.nz/#!rEVSRa5S!bcJCM4j_yA0Ana1xqL3g_akiQdcobeNgSKBVhP-QXp8

===== VAG V6.6.1   =====
1. Improvement for autodetect VAG immobilizer system
2. Bugfix

===== BMW V6.6.1   =====
1. Support CAS4/CAS4+(XEP100 series, 5M48H/1N35H) type with OBDII
   1). Support all CAS4/CAS4+ encrypt version with 5M48H/1N35H chip
   2). Support prepare dealer key with OBD (We suggest use ignition switch prepare key)
   3). Support reset mileage in CAS4 module
2. Bugfix

===== Porsche V6.6.1   =====
1. Bugfix

===== PSA V6.6.1   =====
1. Bugfix

===== Transponder Programmer V6.6.1 =====
1. Immobilizer data tool: Support copy start, no need write EEPROM back
   1). Support 98% types: 11, 12, 13, PCF7935, PCF7936, 48, 4C, 4D, 4E, 4D DST+, 8C, 8E etc.
   2). Require use VVDI super chip and select an used key position
   3). The new key can start car directly without write back EEPROM
2. Improvement for copy 46 and copy 4D
3. Immobilizer data tool: Asia->Mazda->MPV 24C02 2005 - 8C
4. Immobilizer data tool: Asia->Mitsubishi->Grandis - 24C02 show PIN CODE
5. Immobilizer data tool: Asia->Ssangyong->Action Diesel 9S12 - 2011
6. Immobilizer data tool: Asia->KIA->Sportage 2008 - MPCxx
7. Immobilizer data tool: Asia->Hyundai->I30 2012 - STM
8. Immobilizer data tool: Asia->Brillance->M2 - 93C66
9. Immobilizer data tool: Europe->VW->Santana 93C56 bugfix
10. Immobilizer data tool: Europe->Peugeot->Peugeot 607 2001
11. Immobilizer data tool: Europe->Opel->Mokka 2008 - 24C16
12. Immobilizer data tool: Europe->Volvo->S60 2010 - NEC
13. Immobilizer data tool: Europe->Renault->Master 2013 - NEC
14. Immobilizer data tool: Europe->VW->Passat VDO 1997 - 93C66
15. Immobilizer data tool: American->Ford->Transit 2017 - NEC
16. Bugfix

===== Copy 48 (96 bits) V6.6.1  =====
1. Bugfix

===== J2534 V6.6.1   =====
1. Bugfix

===== Online Upate Tool V6.6.1  =====
1. Bugfix

===== Quick Start V6.6.1   =====
1. Bugfix

For Your Information, Xhorse VVDI2 Full Kit has a better choice at a good price:
http://www.obd2shop.co.uk/wholesale/xhorse-vvdi2-full-kit.html
almost 14% off.
SV86-F Xhorse VVDI2 Full Kit with full authorization: 
(VV-01)VAG 4th immobilizer: Yes
(VV-02)VAG 5th immobilizer: Yes
(VV-03)VAG Copy 48 transponder by OBDII: Yes
(VV-04)Copy 48 Transponder (96 bit): Yes
(VV-05)VAG MQB immobilizer: Yes
(VB-01)BMW OBD: Yes
(VB-02)BMW CAS4: Yes
(VB-03)BMW FEM/BDC: Yes
(VT-01)Prepare Toyota H chip: No
(VP-01)Porsche immo data tool: Yes
(VPSA-01)PSA: Yes
(VK-01)Transponder Programmer: Yes
(VJ-01)Passthru J2534: Yes

SV86 VVDI2 Authorized function:
(VV-01)VAG 4th immobilizer YES
(VV-02)VAG 5th immobilizer YES
(VV-03)VAG Copy 48 transponder by OBDII NO
(VV-04)Copy 48 Transponder (96 bit) NO
(VV-05)VAG MQB immobilizer NO
(VB-01)BMW OBD YES
(VB-02)BMW CAS4 YES
(VB-03)BMW FEM/BDC NO
(VT-01)Prepare Toyota H chip NO
(VP-01)Porsche immo data tool YES
(VPSA-01)PSA YES
(VK-01)Transponder Programmer YES
(VJ-01)Passthru J2534 YES
Source: http://www.obd2shop.co.uk/wholesale/top-vvdi2-commander-key-programmer.html

Enjoy.