Why All VW and Audi Tech need VCDS Vag-Com

[@jaskaborner9795]

VCDS has saved me thousands on my own car. I couldn't justify buying a scan tool for myself, considering there is a highly reputable VW specialist not ten minutes down the road, but Ross-Tech (local, in my area) is a very serious business and the independent shop that helps keep my 09 JSW running flawlessly recognises that. It's funny this video was posted at almost exactly the same time I needed a solid CEL code scanned. The detailed explanation I was given by the shop tech was pretty much straight from VCDS (because they know me and know I understand "car jargon" lol) and likely prevented a several-thousand-dollar repair. Plus, as a programmer myself, I can't speak highly enough of Ross-Tech's transparency and customer support. If/when I end up changing various computerised component settings (DRLs, central locking, RCD510 install maybe?) I know what tools I'll be using.

[@nicocrank]

i have been a canadian audi dealer tech for about 2 years now , we only use ODIS and i never heard of VAG-com VCDS . we have an old laptop with a old program on it but we call it the OBD scanner for 2004 and older car , maybe thats the vag-com or VCDS. Coming from a Japanese car tech to a German car dealership i found it very difficult to adapt , but i am getting the hang of it =)

[@rstar88105]

Autologic isn't a code reader. Our shop uses that all the time for MB and BMW work. I know first hand it works for hydraulic bleed sequences for brakes and suspension systems plus much more. It is very pricey, like over 10k pricey.

[@lucasb9352]

Thank you for all your videos, especially this one . As a VW 3rd year apprentice technician this video is very helpful and informative. I've been spending more time investing in the knowledge that Odis has but with a busy shop any extra tool like Vag is something iv been looking into. This video helps makes the choice to spend the money reassuring that its worth investing in specialty VW tools to help my career in the future.👍👍

[@lesleykubayi8629]

my car is a VW Polo gp tsi 1.2 Highline 2016 81kw Dsg 7sp. please assist can an aftermarket car key affect basic settings or coding of mechatronic to the car, I took in my car at VW here in South Africa for Repairs as it was only engaging gear 2,4,6 R only they replaced mechatronic and selector fork for 6&R, then they say they can't remove error transmission alert ⚠️ an they can't code the mechatronic because one of my keys is non vw guinea factory key? do I really have to buy new key 🔑 or any other solution. now the car drives fine but it still got error Transmission alert and when I take my car to guys with scanners they say the mechatronic is not communicating with the car or gearbox?

[@trancemiro]

Vagcom is the best tool you can get for your VW/Audi car. Whoever says its expensive has no idea of its power. I think its actually pretty affortable and it will pay for itself overtime

[@VndNvwYvvSvv]

$30 from China. Same chip. Same functionality. Just have to get the right version.

[@brandonfoss9445]

When you compare to the thousands of dollars scan tools you can't beat it

[@Lee-gr2sd]

Is it still true? Aftermarket scanners don't do VAG ( Volkswagen and Audi Group) vehicles professionally?

[@scamauney]

Have 2008 VW gti mk5. Replaced headlamps with Spyder. Used Carista to change car to Great Britian to get halogens to operate as high that replaced motorized HID high/low. Is there a way to silence dash lamp error that can't find motors in old fixtures. Example: Headlight aiming Part #: 1T0907357 Coding: 3 (decimal) Component: Dynamische LWR Fault codes: 01535 Control Circuit for Right Headlight Range Adjusting Motor (V49) 01534 Control Circuit for Left Headlight Range Adjusting Motor (V48)

[@mattg768]

Just went to my local official vw garage to get my 17 plate scirocco on vcds to get the mfd on mph because mine only has km so no digital speedometer. Anyway 2 hours later they come back and say "we tried but can't do it, we have to contact vw head office in Germany to see what we can do" Wtf, this is a 5min job ffs. So now I'm stuck waiting 2 days to a week to see what Germany have to say about this balls up.

[@glenolivieri1614]

Is there a way to find out if a module is missing or turned off I have a 2009 Audi s5 and I cant get the Bluetooth and phone to work, also the voice button says button inactive when pressed. I was told by "an Audi mechanic" that was an option but I found out it was standard equipment on my model

[@772777777777777]

Im a newbie with vw, need help, I have 99 vw golf 1.9 tdi replace injector pump, need to set the timing on the pump , frist question how can i do this what software do ineed where to get it free or cheep, do download for free just buy the cable please help i see video on vcds but never used it dont know where to start in get set with the software is there 101 how to set this up

[@Basement31]

HI, i have a 2015 Jetta S. Do you have a video how to change/replace the horn? The single horn is pretty much useless. The tone is so low. Thanks in advance.

[@yv1650c]

Can I do it with the MATCO maximus 3.0? I really need to realign my headlights after installing a lowering kit on my Jetta GLI SEL. There is not visibility after that mod and when I turn it on, the self adjusting thing, doesn’t seem to correct the visibility. Thank you!

[@homeslicery92]

I'm an Audi dealer tech. ODIS is pretty neat but you gotta say there are a lot of test plans that don't lead to anything and it gets really annoying when the MVB's arent in english. All in all I do believe vagcom to be a valuable tool but I don't think you need it in a dealership setting to earn good money.

[@lesleykubayi8629]

my car is a VW Polo gp tsi 1.2 Highline 2016 81kw Dsg 7sp. please assist can an aftermarket car key affect basic settings or coding of mechatronic to the car, I took in my car at VW here in South Africa for Repairs as it was only engaging gear 2,4,6 R only they replaced mechatronic and selector fork for 6&R, then they say they can't remove error transmission alert ⚠️ an they can't code the mechatronic because one of my keys is non vw guinea factory key? do I really have to buy new key 🔑 or any other solution. now the car drives fine but it still got error Transmission alert and when I take my car to guys with scanners they say the mechatronic is not communicating with the car or gearbox? u remove error it resurface at the instant moment

[@MarlonMoralestriment]

I'm having trouble diagnosing a P0697 code on a 2013 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI with a ZURICH ZR13. Should I get VCDS. Should I concentrate on the MAP sensor?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Have you tested the battery?

[@MarlonMoralestriment]

@@HumbleMechanic I recharged it to full.

[@pedrogordian601]

hey so I replaced the pcv valve brand new, for some reason the problem got worst when I put in the new valve, it idles bad. any ideas why that might be happening?

[@lars.morten.helleren]

Hey do anyone know how to get security access codes to modules? I have a a6 c6 2,7 tdi with a clogged dpf and can't find the code so I can access the sensor data 🤔

[@Q1234-p5u]

the software was obviously written by some of the best programmers on earth

[@VndNvwYvvSvv]

Not really. It works well, but the interface is actually pretty garbage and there are a lot of ways it could be improved, especially for the outrageous Rosstech price.

[@Kam87GT]

Hello . thanks for video / you are the best vag mechanic. i want fix my 2004 audi a8 , problem is no dash light and power in dash , only think work is seat power and mmi . cant find wats wrong , check all fuse and rely and put new battery , noting happens when put key in ignition and turn toon posation , please help me

[@ashleyfalk6329]

Possible 0288 code ignition fault clear code with vag

[@gglovato]

unfortunately for a car owner VCDS is extremely expensive(specially with an intl order)

[@lebaroncars]

Love your page , have a chance to buy vagcom ver 15 .7a from uk for about 98 dollars , working on a 2000 audi will it work

[@CookJunkie]

Weekend mechanic/DIY'er here. I have a few mix brand vehicles (Toyota, MB, Lexus, Audi, BMW, Mini) that I do maintenance and occasional troubleshooting. Would you recommend a dedicated program like VCDS? Do you have any experiences with Autel Maxisys line and is it pretty comprehensive as VCDS? Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

[@HumbleMechanic]

I have an Autel tool. 906 I think. It’s good for multi brands. VCDS is only Vw, Audi and other VAG car

[@tiffanyjohnson5679]

Dectane projector headlights with DRL LED strips so i just gor my ross-tec cable today and im trying to get my new projector headlights with DRL LED strips to work but when i downloaded the VCDS its the new 1.0.6.23 udate and the bytes dont look like the bytes any one online have. can some one please help?

[@theproduct456]

Does vag-com have test plans when you h as ve as fault there? My QTM uses vsg-com hr foednt even use odus

[@HumbleMechanic]

No test plans on VCDS

[@vision1707]

Hello, i have 2016 gli , is it possible to change the steering setting ? and how can I find out what the setting it is right now? thank you.

[@HumbleMechanic]

Depends on what you mean. I would HIGHLY advise against changing that.

[@vision1707]

I purchased this car brand new 7 months ago. And on july 17th i had a flat, installed brand new tire (same specification) as the old tire. And ever since july 17th the steering is no longer "tight,heavy , and direct" it feels "soft" like driving a toyota. The steering is just so much lighter now. I want it to be tight and heavy like before.

[@6ixxboss987]

I have a 2001golf gti and the .edu is not working any tips?

[@HumbleMechanic]

not sure what you mean by ".edu"

[@6ixxboss987]

Sorry meant ecu

[@dariuswojtowicz4847]

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[@MichaelBrown-bt6hr]

I've been watching a lot of your videos and I am at my wits end with my 2001 Golf VR6 and hope you can give some advice. I have a VCDS but not too experienced with it. I've got a VCDS codes of 17511 - Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor Heating; B1 S1 (P1103 - 35-10 - Performance too Low - Intermittent) 17604 - Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor Heater Circuit: B1 S1 (P1196 - 35-10 - Electrical Malfunction - Intermittent) I've replaced the cat, both O2 sensors, spark plugs and cleaned off MAF. Car ran fine for about 20 miles and started to stumble at times when at idle and the same codes came back. I've thought os cleaning the throttle body but not sure that will help. Any ideas?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Probably a wiring issue with the o2 to the ECM

[@MichaelBrown-bt6hr]

@@HumbleMechanic I'll check that out, oh I forgot to mention the check engine light went out and it seems to run a little better right now but I've been though that before. I'll see if it comes on again.

[@MichaelBrown-bt6hr]

SUCCESS! Well I don't like anything to beat me. Figured out my writing was good to go so I decided to remove the throttle body and clean it. Car runs like a charm now. VCDS shows readiness is good except need a few more miles for it to be ready for emissions.

[@magen2318]

Bro 3 party cables recommend to vcds ?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Sorry I’ll only recommend the official VCDS cable. Those guys do so much for the Vw/Audi community. The tool is worth every penny

[@magen2318]

HumbleMechanic vcds hex-v2??

[@magen2318]

HumbleMechanic hex-v2 for polo gti 2012?

[@magen2318]

Sorry to ask many times hex-v2 which vcds it’s possible to polo gti 2012 ?

[@seoulkidd1]

Is there an handheld vcds for vw tdi so i can regen my dpf

[@HumbleMechanic]

They have an App. But not sure it will run the regen. It’s limited

[@12345lans]

I'm thinking of getting a 2009 Skoda Superb ( 3.6 liter v6, 4x4, with a 6 speed dsg). will the dsg be giving me a lot of trouble? i'm getting a really good deal for the car. its done 34000 miles. Thanks!!

[@12345lans]

i'm asking because it uses volkswagen's dsg.

[@shuo6667]

+lance christopher DSG = no reliability

[@12345lans]

+Shuo W is it that bad?

[@12345lans]

+Frank 821 I've heard so many horror stories where the dsg just stops working and people and their families end up stuck on the highway! with the car just refusing to move

[@12345lans]

+Frank 821 yeah, that's what it always comes to here in India. the mechatronics unit gets replaced, and it is an expensive replacement too. any way to know if the mechatronics or the transmission is about to fail?

[@CW-pu4yb]

love those wireless cables

[@EngineeringVignettes]

Dunno man, they tend to clutter up my workspace... and they are _really_ hard to see.

[@atticusjun1598]

How much is just the program

[@HumbleMechanic]

Free

[@guillermoandresleytonensig4254]

HumbleMechanic there is a free (lite) version of VCDS... but to access full features, like throttle alignement, it need to be the full version. How much does it cost?. Thanks for your videos... learning a lot from them.

[@johnsnow5239]

I just bought an unlimited Vin VCDS... Used it twice so far in two days and it's mind boggling the stuff it can do. I'm just scratching the surface still. But what software tool would I need to purchase to be able to start adjusting fuel trims, tables, timing, etc? Car is out of plan and it's time to PLAY😁 I know this video is old but hopefully someone can help

[@HumbleMechanic]

I will ask my guy what he uses. :)

[@evoixdelaluz]

let me just tell you that autologic, rivals VW factory scan tool, and is miles better than ross tech, it can do module programming, something that Ross tech will not, the only drawback with autologic is the price, is so expensive that only the VW/AUDI especialized techs are willing to spend big chunk of money on autologic, is very good diagnostic machine.

[@HumbleMechanic]

I don't have much experience with Autologic, but I have heard similar feedback from people. Ross tech will not do what the OE scanner will. But is another great tool to have in the box. I really think if a shop is going to be "the dealership alternative" they should invest in OE scan tools or the equivalent. They aren't going to last with just VCDS. (I think we are saying the same thing BTW) :)

[@blower1]

If only the technicians in UK dealerships were even as half as good as you......i mentioned vag-com/vcds to a master tech and he says 'whats that?'....remember ya video on whistling PCV valves on the 2.0 TSI? - tech in dealership here removed the auxiliary belt and because the noise didn't go away said it was internal to the engine and we need to strip the entire engine down or new engine. Completely different mentality from VW techs in the UK - one of sheer arrogance and insular thinking.

[@phille042]

Go to a different dealership.

[@dashtyATG]

Last thing i loved dont put a lot of money to something you don't know how to use it.

[@PriestleyNicole-k6l]

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[@wyattoneable]

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