Among the vehicles whose data can be diagnosed and adjusted using this software include Volkswagen Passenger, SEAT, Skoda automobiles and Audi. The software is also used in commercial vehicles that are produced by Volkswagen.
This software can be bought from Ross-Tech, the manufacturer, directly. Currently it costs approximately 350 US dollars. It is also downloadable software and you can buy the cable from its manufacturer. Ross Tech delivers the cable internationally.
This software uses a more in-depth, specific protocol command from the manufacturer, the Volkswagen Group. This enables its users to access different diagnostic cable systems of their vehicles. For this reason, the software can be used for diagnostic purposes even in automobiles that generic OBD-II or EOBD do not cover.
Second, the software can be used by building a customized interface hardware that can be used with its shareware version that is publicly available though limited. The software can interface vehicles that employ the protocols of generic OBD-II or EOBD.
At least 1GHz Pentium-III or an AMD equivalent is recommended with a RAM of 256 MB, Windows XP or even newer. For Windows Vista 7, 8, 8.1 and 10, a sufficiently robust machine should be used to support the OS properly.
VAGCOM might work on lesser computers. However, PCs with lower specs than the one recommended are not supported by the software. This means that a user cannot seek help or complain to the manufacturer if the software fails to work.
There are no native software versions for Linux and Mac. This is because porting the software to these platforms requires effort and time that is not worthwhile. However, the software works fine on Mac computers with Intel processors and all modern Mac computers with Windows that is installed using a Boot Camp. Majority of the computers that run on Linux boot Windows as well.
Ross Tech has not shown intentions to make native applications for Blackberry, Android, iPad/iPhone or Windows phone. Instead, the company has come up with VCDS-Mobile version. This version is usable on all modern versions of tablets and smart-phones.
For instance, when using USB to the serial adapter, select a normal COM port followed by TEST. The system will find the serial adapter then allow you to save its settings. If it does not, try another COM port.
Ideally, the software is meant for use in performing diagnostic functions that scan tools at the VW/Audi factory perform. Users just follow the instructions provided in the repair manuals from the factory to diagnose and adjust computer data of their vehicles.
This vagcom Scanner works exactly as described and arrived promptly from Total Car Diagnostics. Is easy to use and includes tons of online instructions and videos for anyone not familiar with scan tools. The live data readout is nice as well. Has refresh rate of about 5-10 per seconds.
As other people have stated, the user manual is abundant. As you know, Rosstech has big community forum online where you can find answer to any request. Just google it. The unit came packed with the Vagcom USB cable and VCDS software was included as download in email. Software installed drivers to Windows, which then made vagcom cable get properly detected by Windows 10.
Decent product. Got it from site, although with great skepticism. Frankly hard to believe the VAGCOM and original VCDS software Works excellent on our 2007 Audi A6. Not only does it give you the code it tells you what it is pointing to. Great diagnostic tool for Audi driver. Also very handy in clearing check engine lights to check the frequency of reoccurring issues such as failing 02 sensors.
Hi, I have this issue with a YAW Rate Sensor on a 2011 VW Tiguan 2.0TDI.
I went to the VW Dealer and neither the mechanics or the parts department have heard of this Yaw Rate Sensor and are trying to sell me a new ABS Control Module for over $1800.
This vag tool on the site is one of the best car scan tools that I have ever used on our VW/Skoda and well worth the price. My check engine light was lit up on my pickup and the VCDS software read the codes and provided information as to what was wrong.
Is this true for Audi/VW car owners? If you own an Audi, Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda, or Bentley you need a powerful tool that will help keep your vehicle on the road. Ross-Tech VCDS software (VAG-COM Diagnostic System) helps diagnose real problems instead of swapping out costly parts. With features found only on dealer level factory tools, VCDS surpasses the performance of aftermarket diagnostic tools and rivals factory tools for a fraction of the cost. Always know exactly how your vehicle is running instead of paying someone else to diagnose the problems, normally surprising customer with a huge repair bill.
This VAG-COM and included vcds software is perfect for our fleet of VW from 1996 & up. It got my 2008 Jetta diagnosed, passed inspection, & back on the road. If you tinker with many cars (perhaps mechanic), or just want to test it yourself (instead driving to the dealer, or auto store) it can be a money saver and peace-of-mind friend. Plug it in, read the codes, simple as that. Comes with black cable and Rosstech vcds software.
Are you getting error during auto-scan? I have vag com audi a6 2005, and throws error, although within individual buttons, it works. Same issue on friends audi a5 and vcds usage. Maybe faulty hex can cable adapter.
Having used vagcom by ross tech with the vcds download, I certainly swear by this diagnostics system in our workshop. The scan tool helps us find out the trouble issue and clears the DTC pertanent to OEM specific manufacturer fault codes. We found vagcom support all OBD2 protocols: CAN, J1850, J1850 PWM VPW, ISO9141 and KWP2000. In the ross tech pro kit, included is vcds download software, and supports our windows 10 laptop.
It allows you to monitor the engine while it runs and see what the sensors are doing in real time, and not just for generic engine, but for EVERY OEM system in the car. No matter what car model you throw at it.
When the ross-tech VAG-COM scanner showed it was fine, with all green checks, I got it through the smog check. And it has a one-click button for checking the I/M monitors. Just ideal for what I wanted at a great price. And it arrived within a few days via express.
Basically the car has long and sometimes slow cranks when starting. Sometimes it take 6-11 cranks to start and is worst when cold outside. I usually need to hook to a battery charger to get started. The hex can cable codes via the adapter give P2101 for the throttle valve actuator control system intermittent malfunction and P068A for the ecm power relay load circuit opening too early.
I want to try vag-com first on a B6 A4 Audi as I want to do the throttle adap & some minor other basic settings. Might even give the mappings slight touch up or changed few parameters depending on the tune part of the software. Wondering if this can be done in vcds software and how?
When I entered (inside vcds) the change in the soft code to turn off the brake pad warning light. The rear spoiler light came on and has stayed on. The brake pad light is off and the rear spoiler light is still on. Just a reminder my beetle does not have a rear spoiler. Gotta figure out how to turn off the rear spoiler indicator warning light. Otherwise, hex can cable works wonders.
I did a little research on Google and found that you there are vagcom OBD2 scanners that will run diagnostics on the SRS system (and ABS), give reason codes and are capable of resetting SRS error codes.
Body panels have been removed and after the front end was complete, we started the vehicle but the fuel gauge and temperature gauge were not working. Upon hooking up the car to my laptop, the following codes were thrown up..
I measured the resistance across the ambient sensor and it was approx 0.82 ohms which i think indicates a bad sensor. I then took out the fresh air duct temp sensor, which happens to be the same as the ambient temp sensor on this car.
Even this one had the same resistance reading, which got me even more confused. I checked the instruments through VCDS software / VAGCOM and they are all working. Fuel sender appears to be okay, so is the wiring from the sender to the meter console.
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