VIDA DICE Purchase Topic is solved

PoppySheaf · Post by **PoppySheaf** » 21 Dec 2018, 07:12

Top of the morning folks!

Just purchased a 2008 XC90 - 3.2L - AWD - 114k miles.

Been working on all makes of cars, domestic and foreign, for 50+ years and have repaired/replaced just about everything. However, I'm new to Volvo.

Also new to MVS. Pretty good with computer technology. Got some minor issues to resolve on the vehicle including a potential major one with the AW TF-80SC tranny with the infamous shudder between 2-3 and 3-4. Valve body vs. Torque Converter.

Before I dive into all this, I need to purchase VIDA - DICE at a reasonable cost and don't know where to start. I researched it and watched how it works on YouTube and looks like something I could navigate and quickly learn. So many versions, knockoffs, copies, etc. on the net.

First decision, do I find an old computer with Win 7 on it or go for the VIDA2014 Repack as all our laptops and PC at the house have WIN 10 on them? Looks like a lot of hoops and potential issues with the Repack.

I believe I've seen Bluetooth/wireless versions of the VICE connection to the laptop? Are they easy to implement and use?

Second, once I purchase one of these, is the install simple or are their other items I need to install to accommodate the VIDA install?

Thanks for your help my friends and Happy Holidays.

Great Grandpa in Ohio!

Post by **RickHaleParker** » 22 Dec 2018, 03:27

You got that backwards, the 2014D_RePack will give the least number of issues. Most likely you been reading through all the things one need to do before the RePack.

The Repack on a Windows 10 machine is the easiest route to a working VIDA install. Follow the 2014D_RePack instructions located here.

The genuine DiCE Bluetooth requires a specific Bluetooth adapter on the PC, which is very rare. I suggest you do not plan on using a Bluetooth connection. I have no memory of anybody that has got the Bluetooth connection working on a DiCE clone.

You can get DiCE clones on eBay, this is what just about everybody uses for DIY Volvo diagnostics. Make sure you get a Full Chip DiCE clone that has a J2534 interface that can do programing. You won't be able to do software upgrades but your be able to change parameters in the software that is installed in the car.

Rvolvos · Post by **Rvolvos** » 22 Dec 2018, 11:01

I have purchased my vida dice clone on Amazon, purchased it backed with a return option. No issues sofar. One readout at a Volvo shop is more.
I also purchased from 1moretech through Ebay a complete vida install. It works with a Virtual machine on a Window 10 computer. I do highly recommend this. Up and running in 2 hours depending on your download speed.
Good luck!

PoppySheaf · Post by **PoppySheaf** » 23 Dec 2018, 06:34

Thank you both! Great info! Merry Christmas!

wanderdüne · Post by **wanderdüne** » 23 Dec 2018, 10:46

I pm'd you

Post by **Roger_850T** » 27 Dec 2018, 20:54

Adding another data point, I have VIDA running on a regular Windows 10 laptop. It was a little fussy to get installed and running, and sometimes Microsoft pushes an update that breaks it, but that hasn't happened in a while, and it's been pretty stable. I also have a DiCE which I use with a regular USB connection, and it works nicely both on my 2002 V70 and my 2005 XC90.

For reference, the best installation help I have found is on SwedeSpeed, here: https://forums.swedespeed.com/showthrea ... ows-10-Pro

Good luck!

Roger