VCM II Customer Flight Recorder
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1. 3 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual seconds some vehicles may take longer If the VCM II CFR goes back to sleep check the connections at the VCM II CFR and the DLC connection on the vehicle If all the connections are good and secure the ignition key is in the ON or RUN position and the VCM II CFR still does not wake up select VCM IT CFR Setup from the IDS menu to reconfigure device After updating the VCM II CFR software the display Pendant Displays a C or window on the Pendant may show a flashing C The Flashing C flashing C indicates the configuration files downloaded to the VCM II CFR is either 1 not available or 2 has been corrupted Please select VCM IT CFR Setup from the IDS menu to resolve this condition VCM II CFR Support If the VOCM II is still inoperable after performing these checks contact your regional technical support for assistance EL Version 2 02. To remove a parameter from the playback display 1 Select the Parameter Selection from right margin as shown in Figure 12 0 2 Select a parameter to un highlight that parameter Figure 12 0 parameter selection for playback display 1 con Dre Count includes those needing no action CEAR Dear Cid LAC idie Air Control i LOMGFT1 Long term fuel trim 1 MAF Mass Alr Flow MAF Mass Air Flow p Transmission range PWR Module supply voltage WSS Vehicle Speed SEEI s Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual To redisplay a parameter 1 Select the Parameter Selection from right margin as shown in Figure 12 0 2 Select a parameter to highlight and redisplay that parameter The DTC screen is also available to view any DTCs that were present before or after the recording was made Any new DTC will have an asterisk next to it Codes are listed under CMDTCs and Pending DTCs and the code descriptions appear when the DTC is highlighted If DTCs appear on this tab it is advised that the technician run Selftest on the module or system to retrieve more information related to the DTCs such as freeze frame snap shot etc Figure 13 0 Powertrain Control Module CMDTCs P1000 PCM Description P0193 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor FRP circuit high input P1234 PCM Pending DTC Possible Causes Shorted to VPWR or VREF FRP circuit Damaged FRP sensor ee EME P075
3. VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual 9 4 2012 E Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Table of Contents DIVER O GU CUION PR EE TE E TE 4 Systemi BIO PTS ROTE 4 Standard Equiptiertit ai n dod d rete eeu ode eret al babes curtes ede eet ibat rta sut lnen taie iii 4 SP E 5 Proper Installation and Use of this Equipment 5 Equipment Precautions mienne dote Fei ba e bes eo beue ea nantaise tait 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUC THONS nn mit einen 6 Usine the YCM LD a S LH PR RICE 7 be HIE ed SUPON IDS e AS cS yi GCDR ADplicapnonm Nlanmagetlelb oo qos M best vents aaa ede nletve oda nr uvam b Uu up os psit a hse CEU a aL Da Ce Ped T DUM 9 Parameter clec oa a mu uc tnu a uU Dd dispen eu ede M M UU Ee DUE 9 Icecordimo Drmie se D ciivuinaticohsormsdoudoussashensatasuanns soutuapaaaadl cess qM EU dI uoo bUsss tios dU d Gant MAS Oo dtu bash es dome M M Son OUS c ioad uu ces 10 Bsbuuc ur ATT E AER 11 Download to VCNIIESCEDB sss ccinadoudsasnnsnantandsiacastnabsapondarsouanennsanandedenasouansawsedoudnaateaseneeecostua E 12 HookcWup to VENC Cssc2cesdevsoanveahenconccacnsms cages tandudenatiannesananondecauaabsndandsdenemicobsnecaquadassnaunennenncid E 12 Controbor VENT GER Z Recotcdihs DA Teener E E A EE 14 User Inter lace Pendam PTT EEEN 1
4. CFR GREEN Power LED C This LED will illuminate when the VCM II CFR is connected to a power source and the VCM II is completely booted up This LED will be off when the VCM II is in sleep mode YELLOW Vehicle Communication LED D This LED indicates that the VCM II CFR is communicating with the vehicle When the VCM II CFR is communicating with the vehicle the Link LED will be ON If communications between the vehicle and the VCM II CFR are lost the YELLOW Link LED will FLASH for at least 20 seconds and then turn OFF when the VCM II CFR goes into Sleep Mode The Link LED will also FLASH when uploading recording files from the VCM II CFR to the IDS An audible tone will sound once when the VCM II CFR is powered up and when a recording is triggered This audible tone will also sound for at least 20 seconds after power to the VCM II CFR is lost To stop the tone from sounding following power loss press the Trigger Button on the Pendant Note In the event of power loss to the VCM II CFR the configuration and recorded data are retained Pendant Events and Indicators STATE POWER LINK DISPLAY BUZZER Green Yellow VCM II CFR powered no ON OFF Display C OFF configuration File VCM II CFR powered IDS ut downloading ON OFF Display 0 OFF configuration VCM II CFR of recordings powered ON ort stored on the VCM OFF uploading data to T IDS VCM II CFR powered valid ON OFF of recordings OFF
5. DSD21 EQ RAT4 EQ RAT DIST NUM MODE MODE RATIO NUM RATIO EQ RAT21 EQ RAT21 ETC TAC PCT ETCDIAG i i i ETC_TRIM_LRN EVAP020C EVAPCP NUM RATIO PER NUM MODE MODE PER EVAPCV EVAPCV EVAPCV_F EVAPSC FANSPD_MOD FANSS PER MODE FAULT MODE E jT FAN DSD FAN F FLI FP F FRPC_STAT PER FAULT PER per Pre Post Trigger PRESS VOLT FAULT FRP_DSD FRP_F FTBRAKE FTP 30s 20s FUELSYS F_VCV F_VCV_F PRESS FAULT MODE PRES FAULT PER FAULT GEAR GENCMD GENCMD_LF GENFI Jd GENMON LS GENVDSD GEN FAULT MODE PER FAULT MODI FAULT VOLT FAULT HRSH SHFT HTR11 HTRMF HTR1 HTR22 HTR22F HTRC MODE MODE FAULT MODE J MODE FAULT CUR HTRCM22 HTRX4 HTRX2 IACKA W AUKAR AUKAR IXCKAT IACTRIM IAT CUR MODE MODE NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM TEMP VOLT IAT4_UR IAT2 IAT2 IAT2_UR IAT_F INA F INJ4 STAT INJ2_F 1NJ2 STAT 1NJ3 F FAULT TEMP VOLT FAULT FAULT FAULT MODE FAULT MODE FAULT 1NJ3 STAT INJ4_F 1NJ4 STAT INJ5_F INJ5_STAT 1NJ6 F INJ amp STAT INJPWR M INJ_F IN_GEAR MODE FAULT MODE FAULT MODE FAULT MODE VOLT FAULT MODE uu 52 UE 7 E ee TUM RE z aro manan enm L nan nes In Gear Transmission is applying a load to engine ea mamun ow Jemm 1 Select Stopwatch icon 10 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual 2 Set Recordings Duration time Recording duration options are 25 50 100 and 200
6. Restart the Firmware Update Process Attempt a recovery on a different PC may be a PC related 1ssue If the VCM II CFR boot up problem persists contact your regional technical support Prior firmware update failure Attempt to recover the software on the VCM II refer to IDS User Manual If VCM II CFR error persists after making the check above contact your regional technical support Contact your regional technical support SD Card is corrupt damaged and needs to be re initialized by the manufacturer Verify the ambient temperature is within the acceptable operating range for the VCM II CFR device 20 C to 70 C A F to 158 F If the ambient temperature 1s outside this range allow the temperature to return to the acceptable operating range and the VCM II CFR will automatically resume operation If VCM II CFR error persists when the ambient temperature returns to its operating range contact your regional technical support VCM II CFR will not Wake up from Sleep Mode On certain vehicle applications the VCM II CFR may not automatically wake up when the ignition key 1s turned to the ON or RUN position If this should happen press the Trigger button on the end of the Pendant to wake up the VCM II CFR The VCM II CFR will then attempt to establish communication with the vehicle If the VCM II CFR is unable to establish communications with the vehicle it will go back to sleep after approximately 60
7. configuration Available Initializing communication ON Flashing of recordings OFF w the vehicle Normal operation w the vehicle ON of recordings of recordings Beep Once Clockwise rotating segment display ON ON then display of OFF recordings at the end of capture 16 Version 2 0 Trigger detected ON Saving file in response to trigger VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual VCM II CFR in SEE DIR Blank OFF OFF OFF Wake up to sleep VCM II powered p cl N Display GE application no running on the PC iar dl or VCM II Beep for at least 20 sec stop if trigger button pressed Power to no power ansion OFF OFF Blank The 7 segment LED in addition to displaying the number of recordings will flash 1f the maximum number of recordings has been reached VCM II CFR Upload to IDS VCM II CFR Upload Playback is used to retrieve recorded vehicle data from the VCM IT Upload can be initiated from VCM II CFR Upload Playback in the tool box menu or by selecting VCM H CFR Upload from the Vehicle Identification Page Figure 9 0 8 105 G75V5 648 00 A IL Digital Multimeter Oscilloscope Tools Self Test DataLogger Module Programming Network Test VDR SGM Upload Playback Body Chassis Electrical Powertrain 1 Select VCM II CFR Upload VCM II CFR to IDS Connection screen appears 2 Connect the VCM II CFR to IDS as shown on the ID
8. PCT ETCDIAG CODE ETC ACT ETC DSD ETC TRIM ETC TRIM LRN EVAP020C EVAPCP NUM RATIO PER NUM ANGL ANGL ANGL MODE MODE PER EVAPCV EVAPCV EVAPCV_F EVAPSOAK EVAPSTA EVAPVM_F EVAP_EVAL FANDC FANSPD_MOD FANSS PER MODE FAULT MODE MODE FAULT MODE PER FAULT RPM FAN_DSD FAN_F FLI FP FP FPM FP_F FRP FRP FRPC_STAT PER FAULT PER PER MODE PER FAULT PRESS VOLT FAULT FRP_DSD FRP_F FTP FTP FTP F FTP_H20 FUELSYS F_VCV F VCV F PRESS FAULT Pres PRESS VOLT FAULT NUM FAULT PER FAULT GEAR GENCMD GENCMD_LF GENFIL GENMON GENMON_FS GENMON_HZ GENMON_LS GENVDSD GEN_FAULT MODE PER FAULT MODE PER FAULT FREQ FAULT VOLT FAULT HRSH_SHFT HTR11 HTR11F HTR12F HTR21 HTR21F HTR22F HTRCM12 MODE MODE FAULT DOE FAULT MODE FAULT res FAULT CUR HTRCM22 HTRX1 HTRX2 IACKAMO IACKAM1 IACKAM2 IACKAM3 IACTRIM CUR MODE MODE NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM RN P AD IAT1 UR IAT2 IAT2 IAT2 UR IAT F INJ1 F INJ1 STAT INJ2 F INJ2 STAT INJ3 F FAULT TEMP VOLT FAULT FAULT FAULT MODE FAULT MODE FAULT 1NJ3 STAT INJ4_F INJ4_STAT INJ5_F INJ5_ STAT 1NJ6_STAT INJPWR_M INJ F FAULT MODE FAULT MODE can en MODE FAULT MED BIKA L J warm m aa er nnnm nan anm RSS naa naan Engine load _Q Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual To select parameters or units 1 Select Parameter Selection tab 2 Select desired paramet
9. UR IAT_F INJ1 F INJ1 STAT INJ2_F INJ2_STAT INJ3 F TEMP VOLT FAULT FAULT FAULT MODE FAULT MODE FAULT INJ F IN GEAR FAULT MODE MAP PRESS VOLT MFF_TCC_LOCK MFF_THR_ANG MODE PER 02S11_CUR 02844 F CUR FAULT 02821 HTR PER de ie ss RO2FT1 PER SPARKADV ANGL TEMP PUPAN M 02521 IMPED VOLT gr R LRND RO2FT2 PER SST_D MODE Ho TP4 TP1 LRN STAT VOLT MODE TQ CNTRL MODE MODE DER TURBO WGATE vss VSOUT_F FAULT SPD FA PER VCTDC2 SYS PER Te Variable Cam Timing 2 Duty Cycle After the VCM II CFR download process has been completed a screen will appear instructing the user how to connect VCM II CFR to vehicle Figure 7 0 12 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual i IDS G75V5 6 48 00 VCM II CFR Download Complete Disconnect the VCM II USB cable from the IDS computer and from the VCM Il If the VCM Il CFR is being used in a moving vehicle ensure that the VCM Il CFR and cables do not distract or interfere with the driver or form a hazard in any way Do not allow any cables to become entangled with the operator or driving controls This can cause interference with driving and can cause injury Use the cable straps provided to secure the cables For SAFE vehicle operation be sure the cables are secured away from steering shifting and pedal controls After record
10. VPWR VREF VSOUT_F vss ANGL VOLT VOLT FAULT SPD LE li A Eis Learned Relative Octane Adjustment VOLT dL Lui 02 DS DISBL OCTADJ R LRND edi ida Li a TURBO_WGATE PER Miete 1 5 E M CG petro VCTDC2 PER VCTSYS MODE a a TN 2 To set trigger limits select the Plots Limit and Format icon Pressing Tick after selecting limits will set the trigger for auto capture f you attempt to set limits on a 6 parameter a message stating the maximum number of parameters that can be defined as triggers has been exceeded Selecting Cancel will return user to the Parameter Selection screen TI Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual 3 Press Tick to continue Download to VCM Il CFR To download to the VCM II CFR press the Tick on the Parameter Selection screen Deselecting a parameter and continuing allows you to set the trigger limits on the new parameter When Download has been selected a message screen will be displayed showing the configuration selections to be downloaded to the VCM II CFR 1 Press Tick if configuration settings are correct Select Cancel to make changes Once the VCM II CFR is downloaded the user can make changes to the parameters triggers or number of recordings at the Parameter Select screen The VCM II CFR can be downloaded again with the new configuration by selecting the Ti
11. a vehicle other equipment connected to the VCM II CFR or might corrupt software if the hazard is not avoided Proper Installation and Use of this Equipment This equipment has been designed manufactured and tested to meet the requirements of International Standards however like any apparatus care must be taken in its installation and use NOTICE This equipment must only be used by properly trained personnel NOTICE Do not allow any cables of this equipment to be positioned where they can be trapped snagged stretched across sharp edges or create any potential hazard A WARNING If the VCM II CFR is being used in a moving vehicle ensure that the VCM II CFR and cables do not distract or interfere with the driver or form a hazard in anyway A WARNING Do not allow any cables to become entangled with operator or driving controls This can cause interference with driving and can cause injury Please use the provided straps to secure cables as required DO use this equipment in accordance with the operating procedures DO NOT remove any fixed covers unless you are authorized qualified to do so o Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual A defective electrical earth ground connection to any equipment may cause an electric shock hazard This hazard may pass through the signal cabling and to any other equipment interconnected It 1s recommended that you check electrical wiring at frequent intervals an
12. seconds Since the VCM II CFR can store up to 200 seconds the number of recordings will vary based on the duration selection 3 Set Pre Post Trigger time Pre Post trigger times are adjustable and vary with the recording duration selection l Press Tick to continue Trigger Setup Trigger limits can be set on five parameters Diagnostic Trouble Code Counts will always be selected when available DTC Count parameters are pre defined to make a recording when a DTC occurs Ex Select Trigger icon Figure 5 0 2 IDS G75V5 6 48 00 Sa IAT1 UR IAT2 IAT2 FAULT TEMP VOLT pane STAT INJ4_F poe STAT RM INJ_F FAULT FAULT KAPWR_OK KNOCK_1 KNOCK_2 FAULT NUM NUM Set Limits o PRESS MAP_F MAP_GAUGE MFF_EGR MFF_TCC_LOCK MFF_THR_ANG FAULT VACU PER Upper MODE PER MFF_TRIP MFF_VSS MIL 02511 CUR 0251 F NUM SPD MODE ww dimi pe di R 02811 IMPED ne sion 02821 HTR 02821 IMPED VOLT L om Peai 02521 STAT 02521 TR FAULT RES OSS SRC yr STAT PARK BRK RO2FT1 RO2FT2 RPM MODE MODE PER PER RPM RPMDSD RUNTM V SST D RPM TIME 7 ANGL MODE SST_U START_KEY STRT_RLY M d TFT TFTV MODE MODE MODE P TEMP VOLT TIP_PRES_V TIP_PRS Boost d TP4 TP4_LRN_STAT FAULT VOLT PRESS R VOLT MODE A TP2 TQ CNTRL TR ANGL d VOLT MODE MODE TR_CRANK TSS_SRC TURBO_UNDER iud MODE RPM FAULT TWGATE STAT VCT1_F VCT2 F FAULT FAULT FAULT VCT_DSD
13. 5 PCM Note DTC P0193 indicates FRP sensor signal is greater than Self test P0760 PCM maximum 2 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Technical Specifications Supported Vehicle Protocols Protocol CAN ISO SCP UBP VCM II Connectors Please refer to VCM II Hardware Manual for information regarding VCM II connectors Updating VCM Il Firmware VCM II firmware updates will be automated using the IDS software Please refer to the IDS User Manual for information regarding this procedure Care and Maintenance See VCM II Hardware Manual Troubleshooting Users should perform the following simple checks to determine if they can resolve any problems with the VCM II CFR Problem Symptoms Checks amp Possible Causes VCM II CFR will not power On e Verify that secure cable connections have been No LED s turn On established between the VCM II CFR and vehicle DLC or PC USB port e Make sure that the cables do not have any bent broken missing or dirty corroded cable connector pins e Make sure that the VCM II CFR unit does not have any bent broken missing or dirty corroded connector pins e Verify battery voltage at the vehicle DLC powering the VCM II CFR 1s sufficient 12V nominal e If powering VCM II CFR from PC USB port verify that USB port power 1s available check port using USB memory stick or try a different USB port on the PC e If after power is applied for 5
14. 5 Pendant Events An iniGiC alors na anna estiment iii tnt 16 VEM EE PS ODICAMIO DS de 17 iyi CORAN NAS ER TI EEE 18 PYDI CREE I m T Em 19 Technical Specifications a oU ee See cacao ee nese oh ae sess ete 22 Supported Vehicle P OLOCOIS reseau dU I EDUARD MEQUE IR Eas BRIT ONERE EI Trao M ee 22 VRS WU COMORES nan ode deesset dentes usta d epi a ee 22 pare VC M TEETDWO G SE od e ertet et t et ntt toa t e dta au wade or oet ii dte es 22 Care and Manntle nani Ce ORE M tan 22 gnirciiIMIDeerm Reste dosette ces 22 VCM MC PR Sup pre Ee E 24 Trademark Acknowledgements Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company Copyright Information Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual 2012 2012 Ford Motor Company All rights reserved 0e Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Definitions Acronyms and Abbreviations Electronic Control Unit An onboard electronic module that controls a vehicle ECU subsystem function Also known as PID s or DID s which are sensor actuator switch etc data Parameter stored in the vehicle module Powertrain Control Module Parameter Identifier An index number used to refer to a parameter within a module without knowing its storage location Standard Corporate Protocol The VCM II CFR will go into a Low Power Standby Sleep Mode if the vehicle commun
15. S screen 7 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Anytime IDS connects to a VCM II that is running the CFR application IDS will switch the VCM II from CFR to IDS mode 3 Press Tick to continue The VCM II CFR application will be configured OFF and will not auto start when VCM IT is power cycled The VCM II will continue to function in IDS Mode until the VCM IT CFR Setup process is completed once again The IDS will establish communications with and check vehicle information from the VCM II CFR against the vehicle information from the current active session on IDS a If the vehicle information on the VCM II CFR matches the active session on the IDS the data will be uploaded and saved with the current session see step 4 b If the vehicle information on the VCM II CFR does not match the active session on IDS 1 Place the current vehicle session on hold complete or delete the session ii Select VCM II CFR Upload from Vehicle Identification This will automatically open the previously saved vehicle session if available or create a new session as required 4 When upload is complete save the recordings by entering a filename followed by a description of the file see File Naming Parameters and modules selected during VCM II CFR Setup not available on the vehicle or not responding will be listed on an information screen during the upload process File Nam
16. ablished the YELLOW Vehicle Communication LED will stop flashing and the LED display window will illuminate If the VCM II CFR is unable to establish communications with the vehicle it will go back to sleep in approximately 60 seconds If the VCM II CFR goes back to sleep check the connections at the VCM II CFR and the DLC connection on the vehicle If all the connections are good and secure the ignition key is in the ON or RUN position and the VCM II CFR still does not wake up see VCM II CFR Support Section for instructions LED seven segment Display B This digital display window shows the number of recordings that have been made since the VCM II CFR was Setup for a particular vehicle Once the maximum number of recordings have been made with the CFR the display number will flash While making a recording the display segments will rotate 1n a clockwise direction and when the VCM II CFR is being uploaded the display segments will rotate in a counterclockwise direction When the VCM II CFR is in Sleep Mode the display will be blank 15 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual The VCM II CFR Pendant may also display other codes in certain situations After updating the VCM II CFR software the display window may show a C A C displayed on the Pendant indicates that the configuration file downloaded to the VCM II CFR has been lost and is normal after performing a software update to the VCM II
17. anual User Interface Pendant There are five 5 different functions on the Pendant a manual Trigger Button a seven 7 segment LED display a GREEN Power LED a YELLOW vehicle communication LED and an audible Buzzer Figure 8 0 A A Manual Trigger Button B LED seven segment Display C C Green Power LED D D Yellow Vehicle Communication LED Manual Trigger Button A This is used to manually trigger a recording of vehicle information Once the VCM II CFR has been configured each time the Trigger Button 1s depressed a recording will be made Note Once all recordings have been captured pressing the Trigger Button again will overwrite the first captured recording Oncertain vehicle applications the Trigger Button may need to be pressed to wake the VCM II CFR up from Sleep Mode before a vehicle recording can be made Oncertain vehicle applications the VCM II CFR may not automatically wake up when the ignition key is turned ON or the vehicle is started This is determined if the GREEN and YELLOW LEDs and the digital display window do not light up when the key is turned to the ON or RUN position If the VCM II CFR does not automatically wake up press the Trigger Button on the end of the Pendant to wake up the VCM II CFR Once the Trigger Button is pressed the YELLOW Vehicle Communication LED will flash while the VCM II CFR attempts to establish communication with the vehicle If communication is est
18. ck The configuration will be retained by the VCM II CFR until the next download An audible tone will sound for at least 20 seconds when the VCM II CFR is disconnected from the power source Press the Trigger Button on the Pendant to stop the tone CE IDS G75V5 6 48 00 IAT1 UR FAULT our td INJ4_ dag PU MODE KNOCK 1 KNOCK 2 NUM NUM MAP_GAUGE MFF_EGR VACU PER sei E Tenet 028511 IMPED 02511 READY VOLT MODE 02521 STAT 02521 TR FAULT RES PARK BR MONDE KAPWR OK FAULT MAP F FAULT MFF TRIP NUM 02811 HTR PER EE OSS SRC RPM oe RPMDSD RUNTM RPM TIME SST_U START_KEY STRT_RLY MODE MODE MODE TFT_F TIP_PRES V TIP_PRS Boost FAULT VOLT PRESS TP1 LRN TRIM TP2 TP2 ANGL PER VOLT RPM RPM TSS_SRC TR_CRANK MODE MODE RPM TWGATE_STAT VCT1_F VCT2 F VCTADV VCTADV2 VCTADVERR VCTADVERR2 VCTDC FAULT FAULT FAULT ANGL ANGL ANGL ANGL PER VCT DSD VPWR VREF ANGL VOLT VOLT B F En li i Hook up to Vehicle Figure 6 0 INJ6 F Cater INJ5_F pee n CAM TV A VCM II CFR Configuration Settings SA Recording Times Recordings 4 Length of Recording 50s Pre Post Trigger 30 0 20 0s Auto Trigger Parameters DTCCNT DTC Count includes those needing no action TP1 Throttle Position Sensor 1 Press tick to download the parameters to the VCM II CFR IAT2 IAT2 IAT2
19. d whenever alterations are made As a part of safety requirements the manufacturer is required to define the intended operating environment DO keep the VCM II CFR away from devices that generate radio interference NOTICE Do ensure the VCM II CFR is not subjected to extreme temperature or prolonged exposure to direct sunlight that may cause heating of the VCM II CFR NOTICE If any liquid is spilled on this equipment remove the power immediately and ensure that it is dried out completely before restoring power Equipment Precautions The following warnings must be observed when using the VCM II CFR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y VAR Failure to follow these instructions will increase the risk of personal injury l 2 10 Read all instructions Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts or surfaces DO NOT operate equipment if damage to unit or cord is suspected DO NOT let cables hang over edge of table bench or counter or come in contact with hot manifolds or moving fan blades DO NOT place tools or test equipment on vehicle fenders or other places inside the engine compartment Let equipment cool completely before putting away Loop cables loosely around equipment when storing Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on operating internal combustion engines Keep hair loose clothing jewelry fingers and all parts of body away from moving parts of the vehicle Use thi
20. ers and units to record 3 To save parameter trigger and recording time settings Select upper File icon to view a list of previously saved settings Entera file name Enter an optional description 4 To load pre defined parameters with triggers and recording times Select lower File Icon to view a list of pre defined configurations Select a saved configuration Press Tick to load configuration 5 Press Tick when parameter selection is complete Recording Time Setup The VCM II CFR can record up to 200 seconds of data The number and duration of recordings as well as the pre post trigger times will be available by selecting the Stopwatch icon located on the right side of the Parameter screen Figure 4 0 IDS G75V5 6 48 00 ACC_CMD ACC_F ACP_PRESS ACP_V AC_REQ ADPT1_F ADPT2_F AF MOD AF MOD24 APP MODE FAULT PRESS VOLT MODE FAULT FAULT MODE MODE PER APP1 APP D APP2 APP2 APP E APP FLT APP MAXDIFF APP MODE AXLE B BARO PER VOLT PER FAULT ANGL MODE RATIO VOLT FREQ BARO BARO BARO Baro ur BOO1 B002 srkovro Poss BRKOVR ACTION CAC T CAC UR PRESS VACU VOLT FAUL NUM TEMP FAULT CAC V CANVENT_F CAT_EVAL ccu e Recording Times CHT F CLRDIST CLRWRMUP VOLT FAULT MODE MODE FAULT DIST NUM CMP2_F CMP F CYL 1 ACCL CYL 2 A CYL 6 ACCL DECHOKE DIST BRKOVRD FAULT FAULT NUM NUM NUM MODE DIST DIST TOT VEH DTCCNT EGR EVAL ENG CR EQRAT
21. general the CFR application resident on the PC will be installed on the VCM II Parameter Selection The Parameter Selection screen will appear with the default parameters and units selected This screen allows the selection of parameters and units the selection from previously saved settings capture times and select and deselect triggers The Diagnostic Trouble Code Count parameter when available is a pre selected pre defined trigger used for auto capture and cannot be deselected Figure 3 0 IDS G75V5 6 48 00 ACC CMD ACC_F ACP_PRESS ACP_V AC_REQ ADPT1_F ADPT2_F AF MOD11 AF MOD21 APP MODE FAULT PRESS VOLT MODE FAULT FAULT MODE MODE PER APP1 APP D APP2 APP2 APP E APP FLT APP MAXDIFF APP MODE AXLE B BARO PER VOLT PER FAULT ANGL MODE RATIO VOLT FREQ BARO BARO BARO BARO_UR BOO1 BOO2 BRKOVRD POSS BRKOVR ACTION CAC T CAC UR PRESS VACU VOLT FAULT MODE MODE NUM NUM TEMP FAULT CAC V CANVENT F CAT EVAL CCM EVAL CHT CHT CHTIL CHT_F CLRDIST CLRWRMUP VOLT FAULT MODE MODE TEMP VOLT MODE FAULT DIST NUM CMP2_F CMP_F CYL_1_ACCL CYL_2_ACCL CYL_3_ACCL CYL 4 ACCL CYL 5 ACCL CYL 6 ACCL DECHOKE DIST BRKOVRD FAULT FAULT NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM NUM MODE DIST DIST TOT VEH DTCCNT EGR EVAL ENG CRANK EQRAT11 ACT EQRAT11 DSD EQRAT21 ACT EQRAT DSD21 EQ RAT11 EQ RAT11 DIST NUM MODE MODE MODE RATIO MODE RATIO NUM RATIO EQ RAT21 EQ RAT21 ETC TAC
22. ications network becomes inactive for a certain period of time typically 60 seconds Any communication on the vehicle network being Sleep Mode monitored or depressing the Pendant button will wake the CFR from Sleep Mode When CFR wakes from Sleep Mode the pendant will return to its previous state Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter 3 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Introduction This guide has been developed to assist you in the installation and operation of the VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Please read and understand the important safety information contained in this guide before you install and use the VCM II CFR You are advised to keep this guide in a location where it will be readily accessible for reference and troubleshooting The information contained in this document is supplementary to any Ford IDS Training Courses The CFR is an application that is designed to be installed and run on the VCM II The VCM II CFR tool is intended to be used for capturing and storing vehicle communications network data without needing to have a continuous connection to the IDS PC This tool will retrieve via the vehicle s Diagnostic Link Connector DLC selected parameters for monitoring and recording The CFR can be installed in the customer s vehicle for obtaining data when drivability symptoms or other customer complaint symptoms are encountered The CFR can be configured with vehicle s
23. ing After all files have been uploaded from the VCM II CFR a dialog box will appear to name the recordings File management procedures and any necessary data transformations will also be done at this time 18 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Figure 10 0 Enter Filename VEHICLE STALL OISIEIEIRIBIOIDIEI Bee HEIFIIEIILLLI I LI EIEIELLELLUEETI O e Lo Playback Playback will immediately be displayed upon completion of File Naming For recordings previously saved follow these steps to view 1 Select VCM II CFR Upload Playback from toolbox 2 Select Playback sub tab 3 Select a saved recording to view Each recording will display the PID data as well as any associated DTCs that were retrieved during that recording Parameters on the Playback screen are displayed in standard Datalogger display formats The display range can be adjusted and resized The parameter view may be changed to display digital x y plot histogram or bar graph as appropriate for the signal selected 19 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Figure 11 0 S pom m 14 35psi None Requested 20s 10s 0s 10s Capture event 1 ea Parameters can also be temporarily removed from the current display This feature only temporarily removes the parameter from the display it does not remove the parameter from the recording or delete the data for that parameter
24. ings have been made select the Upload Playback icon on the right of the screen to upload the VCM II CFR Or select either VCM II CFR Upload Playback from the tool box menu or VCM II CFR Upload from the Vehicle identification screen when no vehicle session is open R e a lii VCM Il CFR Download Complete 1 Connect the VP 2 Pendant Cable to the VCM II CFR NOTICE NEVER connect or disconnect the vehicle cable from the VCM II CFR while it is connected to the DLC Failure to do so may result in a DLC fuse failure y VA If the VCM II CFR is being used in a moving vehicle ensure that the VCM II CFR and cables do not distract or interfere with the driver or form a hazard in any way 2 Placement of the VCM II CFR will require some discretion as vehicle configurations vary Secure the device in the vehicle in such a way that it DOES NOT become entangled with the driver or vehicle controls Position the VCM II CFR on the front passenger floor area of vehicle or under the front passenger seat If placed under the seat remember to secure using the provided straps in such a way that it DOES NOT interfere with proper seat operation 3 When connecting DLC to the vehicle route cable above column as shown in figure 7 1 sd Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Figure 7 1 Suggested DLC Cable Routing 4 Connect VCM II DLC cable to the VCM II 5 Placement of the pe
25. ndant will require some discretion as vehicle configurations vary Ultimately the Pendant should be secured inside vehicle within easy reach of the operator In general it is recommended that the pendant should be placed on the front passenger seat using the provided straps to secure excess cable as required Control of VCM Il CFR Recording Data If customer is to drive vehicle and capture recordings on VCM II CFR technician should inform them how many recordings can be captured see Recording Time Setup on page 13 Drive vehicle as normal and make sure both indicator lights on the VCM II CFR Pendant are solid ON VCM II CFR will not record data if Pendant lights are not solid ON If the Pendant lights are OFF Press Trigger Button on Pendant to wake up device and activate lights Press Pendant Trigger Button when vehicle exhibits customer complaint s AA recording will automatically begin once auto trigger condition has been met Note If hard start conditions are being evaluated Pendant vehicle communication LED must be solid ON before attempting to start the vehicle VCM II CFR will not record data if both Pendant lights are not solid ON If the lights are OFF Press Trigger Button on Pendant to wake up device and activate lights Recorded data will be retained by the VCM II CFR until it is overwritten or the user selects VCM II CFR Setup 14 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s M
26. ompted to select Upload Playback to save these recordings or the user can select Tick to continue with the Setup and NOT save the recordings If a later version of VCM II CFR software is available IDS will prompt the user to install the latest application on the VCM II Select vehicle system or module to record data from Press Tick to continue Select parameters see Parameter Selection Figure 3 0 Select parameter settings see Recording Time Setup and Trigger Setup figure 4 0 Press Tick to continue The VCM II CFR Download confirmation pop up displays a summary of configuration settings 10 Press Tick to begin download process see Download to VCM IT CFR Figure 6 0 The CFR application installed on the VCM II will start after download process has completed The VCM II will continue to function as a CFR until either of the following occur a Reconnect the VCM II to IDS using the provided USB Cable and select Upload from the IDS menu See VCM II CFR Upload 8 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual b Anytime IDS connects to the VCM II the CFR application will suspend and return the VCM II to IDS mode When this occurs all recordings will remain in memory until uploaded and the CFR will restart when disconnected from IDS 11 Connect VCM II CFR to Vehicle as indicated by the IDS connection screen CFR Application Management IDS will manage CFR application versions In
27. pecific information using the IDS software The process of configuring the CFR is referenced as Setup Upon completion of vehicle testing the CFR will pass the recorded data and any associated information back to the IDS this process will be referenced as Upload After the data has been uploaded from the CFR to the IDS PC the data can be viewed in a similar application like Datalogger Playback System Components These VCM II CFR components are listed for information only Some of the items may be optional based on the VCM II kits available for your market Please check contents against the manifest list supplied with your VCM II The following is a list of hardware items required to operate the VCM II as a Customer Flight Recorder Standard Equipment Part Component Number Description VCM II kit Including CFR 164 R9807 Contains the VCM II DLC Cable and Pendant Pendant OR The following Components VCM II Kit 164 R9805 Contains the VCM II and DLC Cable 164 R9801 E Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Safety You should read and understand this safety information before installing assembling and using this equipment DO observe the safety warnings and notices in this document Aware This indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause serious personal injury if the hazard is not avoided NOTICE This indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause damage to the VCM Il CFR
28. s equipment only as described in the manual Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN USING GARAGE EQUIPMENT Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Using the VCM Il CFR VCM II CFR Setup from IDS VCM II CFR Setup is a menu option selectable within the toolbox top tab after Vehicle Identification is complete The VCM II CFR setup will only be available on supported vehicles 1 Select VCM II CFR Setup When Setup is selected a new top tab will appear displaying a Hook up screen as shown in Figure 2 0 Make all connections as shown Figure 1 0 Digital Multimeter Oscilloscope Tools Self Test DataLogger Module Programming Network Test VDR VCM II CFR SGM UploadiPlayback Body Chassis Electrical Powertrain s Version 2 0 E 1DS G75V5 6 48 00 D raus Ss VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual Figure 2 0 Operator Action Make connections as shown Press tick to continue Warning The diagnostic cables must not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle Secure all cables away from the vehicle pedals 2 Press Tick to continue IDS will establish communication with VCM II and perform the following A AE UE E a If unsaved recordings are found on the VCM II the user will be pr
29. seconds and the VCM II O i Version 2 0 VCM II Customer Flight Recorder Operator s Manual VCM II CFR powers On but operates abnormally VCM II CFR Power LED is on but no 1 second beep VCM II CFR Error LED is red immediately after it is booted VCM II CFR Error LED blinks and Speaker beeps for 15 seconds and Power LED is illuminated VCM II CFR PC Interface LED blinks and speaker beeps at a periodic rate after a power cycle and the Power LED is illuminated VCM II CFR turns off shuts down suspends operation all LEDs off immediately after being powered by the USB cable or DLC cable CFR power On boot up fails attempt to recover the software on the VCM II and retry refer to IDS User Manual If VCM II CFR fails to power On after making all the checks above contact your regional technical support Cycle remove reconnect power to the VCM II CFR Make sure that the VCM II CFR performs the power On boot up successfully If the VCM II CFR power On boot up fails attempt to recover the software on the device and retry power On boot up If the VCM II CFR power On boot up problem persists contact your regional technical support USB issue Attempt to recover the software on the VCM II CFR refer to IDS User Manual If VCM II CFR error persists contact your regional technical support Reboot the PC Attempt to recover the software on the VCM II CFR refer to IDS User Manual
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