Vcds diagnostic tool

Today though, OBD is generally a more regulated subject. In other words, most car manufacturers will conform to the same standards so that the information remains universally available and accessible. What this means for instance is that a mechanic can look for signs of malfunction in a Toyota or a Ferrari and not have to learn completely new things for each car.

This is also good news for car owners though. It means that something like VAG-COM can be used in order to flag up problems so that they know what is wrong and what they need to do to get their car functioning properly.

Cars will now conform to OBD 1, 1. They will also include a simple port diagnostic connector that allows a mechanics and car owners to quickly get all the information they need to make repairs and to understand what might be wrong with the vehicle.

The codes are preceded by a letter: P for engine transmission powertrain , B for the body, C for the chassis and U for the network. Thanks Kurtass. Is there any tuning benefits to using this product for my Audi TT with 3. I note in instructions it specifies the 2. Got all from Amazon. Elect, Airbags, Steering Wheel etc.. I bought from Total Car Diagnostics. Total car diagnostics provided solution that instantly worked. Turns out our car had randomly misfiring issue and the misfire did not come back after about two weeks.

Probably just some incorrect gas. Instead it took about 1 mins to scan, and another 20 seconds to clear the codes. I knew is working because I have one code that comes up no matter what.

It is a radio code that says my sirus is not working. That code came up every time. What a useful diagnostic tool. A money saver for sure!

I also have a Volkswagen, and I will use this tool on that as well. The car is an A3 S-line 8v which has full LED light set as standard from the audi factory The replacement lights are also off an 8v S-line, but the facelift The replacement lights will not work if simply swapped. Will the Vagcom enable them to work as they should? I drive an audi A4 sline, i want to upgrade my mmi to have features such as Bluetooth and to activate my navigation!

Could vag com help? Can this be use on a March RS3 8V? If yes would like to get 1. I hope my little note finds you and all your mates well today. I grew up on a grain and live stock production farm in the mid-western US and worked on heavy equipment, automobiles, and helped an uncle build drag racing fuelers, railers, and street cars.

Today I generally do routine maintenance on my vehicles, but do not have an interface to gain access to vehicle computers. Then I saw your website today. I know all this seems odd, but our nations and our peoples share a great bond of freedom during peace and war, that is centuries old. I handed down my legacy to my son who became an exchange student ambassador to your great nation in and spent a year meeting heads of state as well as many wonderful families during his travels.

Maybe you can let your mates know there is a yank over here that wish you all well. Does this software work with TOAD or is it separate? Dodge, Subaru: Both are susceptible to not-working. It was working fine before but now no phone or media streaming. When I go to setup Bluetooth settings and search for devices, it cannot find my phone.

My phone can find the car Bluetooth and when I click pair, it asks for pin code and there is no pin code on the screen. I tried etc.. There is also a list of BT devices that I cannot delete.

I tried to do a factory reset but nothing happened. I tried to force the system MU but nothing happened. Any idea? Do I need a software update? Which VAG do I need? I will be grateful if you could help me to solve this problem. Will need OEM tool for this, as they tend to use more often then not , proprietary protocols.

In fact too much. Glad I splurged a little bit more for a better model cause my Golf R has had issues with some other readers in the past. No issues anymore! I just wish it was smaller.. Therefore it certainly offers a lot for this price. This will help debug the situation much speedier if you know what values you are looking for.

VAG-COM certainly will definately give you all the parameter information, more then any vag scanner on the market. Having some issues with passenger door open warning.

I just received my Vag-Com and noticed on here you mention Vag 18 and Vag Is this Vag 12? Why was I not asked what vehicles I would be using it for? Hope that makes sense. Anything under , VAG 12 is suffice. I bought a cable from your company back in The software was vcds At the very bottom of the product information you state:. So your tool will always be up to date with current date.

For example, sometimes only way to update is to buy a new version altogether because actual internal hardware has changed from previous version. Is there an update for my cable. Do I need a new one or can I go to Ross tech and download the latest version? Many thanks.

We have nothing for it yet, as car is too new. Would suggest vag com ross tech from original site. Hello, have a Audi at cabriolet. Actually for if. Anyways she wants voice recognition and of course it is not on by default by audi. Been told can turn on using your diagnostics? Any advice before I try it out? She is afraid it will do something to her car? I said, yeah fix the issue you want!

Plz let me know from where should I purchase. Plz mail me the dealer, distributor address if avilable in India or UK. Regards, Asad. Tried it and glad we ordered it. But, this vag-com purchase was worth every penny. I have two cars that I have had to do considerable amounts of work to, and the reader has helped me along the way. Using it on small cheap Atom Intel processor Win 10 laptop.

Also pleased the OBDII, abs, airbag, immobilizer readings it gives you on screen, you can actually print out the results. Functionality is moderately simple. With many available buttons and data provided, Vcds program can be overwhelming. I did notice that I was getting a misfire every once in a while in the last few years and recently I changed all of the plugs and coils which made the car drive better afterwards.

I got the scanner and ran all of these tests multiple times and everything seems to check out OK. All the sensors read OK and even catalytic converter tests OK.

Is it possible to test OK in block and still have a bad converter? I read that it could be an exhaust leak especially at the clamp joint between the catalytic converter and the front muffler behind the downstream O2 sensor. I visually inspected this point and also listened and felt for a leak but other than the clamp being corroded it seemed fine.

So any help would be tremendously appreciated. I attached some pics to refer to also. Used the vag scan tool once and found the emissions problem which I fixed myself.

A little disappointed in the overwheleming amount of information presented about my VW. But I easily figured it out without studying the instructions. And I did not realize these instruments pretty much look at the government emissions parameters only. That is why these instruments are universal, and not vehicle-specific. In overal this vag com gives way too much info then most will ever need. I got the RossTech unit. Can also code. The VCDS software has tons of buttons which are overwhelming.

Truly, no greater tool then vag-com, if you have Volkswagen. I am from Singapore and i own an Audi A8 3. Ever since i bought this car preowned in Dec , i never had peace of mind driving it coz it had a number of issues eg there was clicking sound whever i brake, the PRNDS lights are all lited up,slight vibration when vehicle engine is on and when its is stationary.

However, the problem that forced me to take the car to the mechanic was due the suspension. One morning i noticed the front left of my car has sunken at the wheels. The mechanic said it was due to a faulty air suspension strut and he suggested i replaced it. However, even after replacing it it did solve the problem as the strut was in a raised position but its unable to be adjusted to comfortable, lift or dynamic positions.

After weeks in the workshop i decided to take to another mechanic who says that it has got to do with the relay. Anyway to cut a long story short. However inspite all these and after changing 3 mechanics over a period of 3 months they still could not solve the suspension problem. The amber light at the dash board is always lighted up. Frustrated, i took back the back my vehicle and continued driving it as i did not want to leave it in the workshop anymore. I used it for almost 3 months when two days ago i noticed a rattling sound coming from the front left hand near the wheels.

And intermitently,i could hear sound of high pressured air gushing out whenever i start my engine and it will last for a couple of minutes before dying out. He plugged in his diagnostic tools to check whats the problem. Due to time constraint he asked me to return to his workshop again on Monday.

Now i really need to know what is exactly wrong with my vehicle. Secondly i need your learned opinion.. In desperate need of help. Only for a particular module. I am attempting to access the headlight range control group New to vagcom scanner…. Audi S4 4. Several questions:. What will be better: to buy a USB vag com scanner and vcds downloads software my laptop has win 10 or to look for a hex can interface cable?

My fuel pump belt tensioner broke up and slackened the timing belt. I have timed the fuel pump to the specified dial gauge amount and the local garage says the timing is audibly not correct.. I do not want to damage my engine.

Was wondering if vw vagcom can help on my Volkswagen? I assume it comes with volkswagen software as I saw vcds downloads elsewhere. It works very well, and was thrilled seeing it successfully connect to VW Beetle. Was able to turn of SRS light off. I made the purchase only after inquirting via email support whether it would do the job, and the positive response came quickly overnight from Australia. Courteous, prompt and correct. Why are people so hyped about these diagnostics kits when all they do is reveal bunch of data?

Honestly, what are you going to do with it? I read the Amazon reviews. Point is, even after fancy data codes are shown, owner must still fix broken part themselves. Our products provide guaranteed effective results when diagnosing faults in your vehicle. Now there is no need to take you car to a garage, shop our products, ranging from extension cables to our premium professional kit, find a product that is right for you and diagnose your car at home.

Add to cart. VCDS is a professional software that allows you to adjust and diagnose a range of car and engine related problems. VDCS will scan your car for faults, meaning that you will easily have access to specific data about your vehicle. This will help you save time as you can see exactly where you have a problem, so you then know what repairs are required.

VCDS offers a range of benefits. By using VCDS, you will save yourself a lot hassle by identifying where the problems lie as compared to doing modifications on a trial-and-error basis.

Using VCDS is also more convenient and much cheaper than taking your car to a garage.