Description
Genuine Ross-Tech VAG-COM VCDS Software VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda Diagnostics Tool
Genuine Ross-Tech VAG-COM VCDS Software VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda Diagnostics Tool The No.1 leading aftermarket diagnostics tool, this Genuine *Full Version (not Lite)* VAG-COM VCDS Lead with Free Downloadable Software allows you to carry out an expert level diagnosis on all VW, Audi, Seat and Skoda vehicles.The HEX-V2 is available in 3 versions:
- A "Home User" version, with which use of advanced functions is limited to connection to 3 unique vehicles (3 VINs).
Ideal for a household with one or two VAG cars to look after. - An "Enthusiast" version, with which use of advanced functions is limited to connection to 10 unique vehicles (10 VINs).
Ideal for hobbyists working on a number of VAG cars. - A "Professional" unlimited version, which may be used on as many cars as you wish.
The HEX-NET (WiFi) is available in 2 versions:
- An "Enthusiast" version, with which use of advanced functions is limited to connection to 10 unique vehicles (10 VINs).
Ideal for hobbyists working on a number of VAG cars. - A "Professional" unlimited version, which may be used on as many cars as you wish.
Software Installation:
Latest version of software can be downloaded directly from Ross-Tech website (You will not recieve a CD) - http://www.ross-tech.com/vcds/download/index.php
The license key is held within the lead so the software is useless without the genuine lead.
The VCDS will also need registering, this process can be found in the videos section below.
Features:
Using VCDS on a Windows PC, you can:
- read and clear fault codes from all systems within the car, e.g. engine, airbag, ABS, instruments, parking sensors etc.
- view live data from the sensors within the car
- reset service lights (both fixed and variable service intervals)
- read stored and intermittent fault codes
- graph and log live data with the car running
- automatically read fault codes from all car systems in a single search
- perform basic setting functions, adaptations and soft coding
- activate service functions, such as Electronic Park Brake (EPB) to allow brake pad changes
- supports bi-directional output test and component actuation
VCDS software features:
- over 25,000 fault code definitions
- free software updates
Unlimited functions:
A VIN-Limited interface can do Auto-Scans, Clear DTCs, and look at Measuring Values on an unlimited number of cars.
If you directly connect to a control module (e.g. Select > 01. Engine), VCDS will ask if you wish to store the VIN, but selecting No will still allow the connection to continue.
Limited functions
Essentially functions that actually change things in the car are VIN-limited:
- Adaptation
- Basic Settings
- Changing Codings
- Changing the Gateway Installation List
- Login or Security Access
- Output Tests
- Optical Bus Diagnostic
- Readiness
- Resetting SRI
- Turning Transport Mode on or off
Compatibility:
- VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda cars with the 16-pin diagnostic socket (i.e. almost all from 1995-2015+)
- Includes 2003+ VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda models with the new CAN interface
For Pre-1995 VW/Audi cars you will also need an additional 2x2 adapter (not included)
Please visit the Ross-Tech Website for more information:
VCDS (VAG-COM) - Homepage
VCDS (VAG-COM) - Online software tour
VCDS (VAG-COM) - Useful procedures and car information (e.g. service light reset procedures)
Ross-Tech VCDS Wiki - How-to guides, fault code information, coding info and much more
This Kit Consists of the following:
Genuine Ross-Tech VAG-Com VCDS Cable (PC - CAR)VCDS 'Getting Started' Guide
Ross-Tech Software Support Certificate
Free Downloadable Software
Free Software Updates
