VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System) for VW & Skoda - Discussion Thread

Epic · 4th July 2018, 17:50

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Originally Posted by Epic

This is what I think could be the problem. The software that came to me is the 17.8.1 version. When I installed it on my laptop and launched it, there was a pop-up of an update of the newer version which is 18.2.1 and which I updated. Last night I messaged the seller and on checking the description of the item, I found a note saying that the software should not be updated.

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Originally Posted by Epic

I have now uninstalled all software and re-installed the 17.2.1 version again and will now try it out on the car. I however hope this solves my problem.

So I have tried doing both of the above and it still hasn't worked. Tried it this time on my 2011 Polo 1.6 and it still shows the same errors.

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Originally Posted by graaja

But if the updated OE software set some registry entries that the cable is bad, even after re-installing the vendor provided software, it may not work.

Could this now be the issue? If yes, what is the solution to this?

Should I try on another laptop?

graaja · 4th July 2018, 18:01

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Originally Posted by Epic

Could this now be the issue? If yes, what is the solution to this?

Should I try on another laptop?

If you can find the registry entries that the VCDS software makes and delete these entries, then it may work. But this is still doubtful as they may have made an unidentifiable registry entry.

Trying it on another laptop is the best way to go. This time, after installing on the new laptop, disconnect that laptop from internet before starting the software.

Also, check the OS requirements before installing. Last time I tried the 16.8 version cable, that software would only work till Win7. It would not work on Win10.

Epic · 5th July 2018, 13:48

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Originally Posted by graaja

If you can find the registry entries that the VCDS software makes and delete these entries, then it may work. But this is still doubtful as they may have made an unidentifiable registry entry.

No idea how to do this so not gonna try.

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Originally Posted by graaja

Trying it on another laptop is the best way to go. This time, after installing on the new laptop, disconnect that laptop from internet before starting the software.

Did this but getting the same errors.

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Originally Posted by graaja

Also, check the OS requirements before installing. Last time I tried the 16.8 version cable, that software would only work till Win7. It would not work on Win10.

In the description, it says it works with Windows 7 which I am using.

Tried contacting the seller but the only response I got from him is that check if connections are secure. Post that I have got no revert and he has also removed the item from the store. So in a way, I guess I have been conned with this purchase.

antardaksh · 5th July 2018, 22:57

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Originally Posted by Epic

I have been conned with this purchase.

Hi Epic,

If you have purchased recently you can raise a dispute for refund and order another cable.

Since these are not legitimate cables, these sellers close shop after selling significant number and open another one with different name. This has been the case for quite sometime.

Key thing for these clones to work is use the same software version that came with cable.

Regards.

Epic · 6th July 2018, 14:19

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Originally Posted by antardaksh

Hi Epic,

If you have purchased recently you can raise a dispute for refund and order another cable.

A dispute can be opened with in 15 days post receiving the item. Unfortunately for me, I did not have the time to test it out in the first 15 days and so cannot open a dispute now.

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Originally Posted by antardaksh

Since these are not legitimate cables, these sellers close shop after selling significant number and open another one with different name. This has been the case for quite sometime.

I guess so as I do not get any replies to my messages anymore and the item does not show in the store.

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Originally Posted by antardaksh

Key thing for these clones to work is use the same software version that came with cable.

I initially had upgraded the software and thought that this could be the reason for the cable not to work. But later re-installed the software which came with the cable but it still did not work. May be the upgraded software screwed up everything.

Anyway, I think I am going to try any buy another piece.

jazzyrajat · 8th July 2018, 18:36

Hey Epic

Can you check if their is a version written on your cable. I had the same problem when I tried to use version 18.12 on the cable I bought couple of years back and was working on 12.12.
I uninstalled the latest version and installed version 12.12 and it worked well.

Epic · 9th July 2018, 14:08

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Originally Posted by jazzyrajat

Hey Epic

Can you check if their is a version written on your cable. I had the same problem when I tried to use version 18.12 on the cable I bought couple of years back and was working on 12.12.
I uninstalled the latest version and installed version 12.12 and it worked well.

Hi. There is no version written on my cable. I bought my cable and software through AliExpress.com so it is not original but a copy. The version is 17.8.1 which is not upgradable.

I have now bought another cable with the 18.2 version. Awaiting delivery of the same. Let's hope this one works.

What about yours? Where did you get your cable from?

jazzyrajat · 9th July 2018, 14:21

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Originally Posted by Epic

Hi. There is no version written on my cable. I bought my cable and software through AliExpress.com so it is not original but a copy. The version is 17.8.1 which is not upgradable.

I have now bought another cable with the 18.2 version. Awaiting delivery of the same. Let's hope this one works.

What about yours? Where did you get your cable from?

I also bought it from Aliexpress and it worked without issues. I had downloaded the software from ross-tech website everytime I needed.

Wish your other cable works fine!

Epic · 9th July 2018, 15:38

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Originally Posted by jazzyrajat

I also bought it from Aliexpress and it worked without issues. I had downloaded the software from ross-tech website everytime I needed.

Could you please share the link from where you bought it? My cable has come along with a CD which has the particular version of the software.

Immix · 9th July 2018, 16:35

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Originally Posted by Epic

Hi. There is no version written on my cable. I bought my cable and software through AliExpress.com so it is not original but a copy. The version is 17.8.1 which is not upgradable.

I have now bought another cable with the 18.2 version. Awaiting delivery of the same. Let's hope this one works.

What about yours? Where did you get your cable from?

I bought the 18.2 version some time back and although the description said that the software can be downloaded from Ross-Tech website, there was a patch that needed to be applied on top of the installation. Don't know if that's the case with 17.8.1 and the 18.2 cable you have bought now but I'd suggest that you check with the sellers about this patch

Traveler · 9th July 2018, 22:54

I bought a 17.1.3 cable from Ali express last year when we bought the GT Tsi. It was lying around and I did not use it till now. Today I tried it out and it worked!

I now have the brake hydraulic assist set to early and wow what improvement in brakes. Wish I had done that earlier.

Also set the turn signal to 5 blinks and activated the needle sweep.

jayakrishnan_v · 11th July 2018, 19:09

Hi Guys recently procured a 2018 version skoda rapid. Would like to know from where i can download the latest VAG-com diagnostic software. I do have the E-sys ethernet cable for my BMW to the OBD port. So going with the assumption the port end remains the same?

Thanks in advance

graaja · 11th July 2018, 20:48

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Originally Posted by jayakrishnan_v

Hi Guys recently procured a 2018 version skoda rapid. Would like to know from where i can download the latest VAG-com diagnostic software. I do have the E-sys ethernet cable for my BMW to the OBD port. So going with the assumption the port end remains the same?

Thanks in advance

I don't think you can use any software with a cable bought for BMW to run VAG-Com or VCDS. You will have to get the VCDS cable.

Satshan · 24th July 2018, 13:41

Hello Bhpians, are there any shops that perform the VCDS Scan on VW cars. I am about to buy a pre-owned Jetta next week however do not have a VCDS cable to do these tests myself. I want to ensure the car does not have any faults hence want to run a scan. Any pointers will be very helpful. Thank you.

santhosharulvan · 26th July 2018, 12:02

Guys have a quick question regarding the VCDS cable, the older links for the cable are no longer present in aliexpress, and currently we have some new software termed as VAG COM and not VCDS, can any one help me with the current link to get the VCDS cable.

I already have a VCDS 12.12 cable, but certain settings in engine block control module are disabled, say basic settings (it is not enabled even after inputting the correct security access code) it always stays grayed out.

This is why i plan to get another newer version of the same, hoping it will help me.
Please let me know if you have any inputs from your side.

Thank you !.

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jazzyrajat Newbie Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 20 Thanked: 15 Times	Re: VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System) for VW & Skoda - Discussion Thread Hey Epic Can you check if their is a version written on your cable. I had the same problem when I tried to use version 18.12 on the cable I bought couple of years back and was working on 12.12. I uninstalled the latest version and installed version 12.12 and it worked well. Attached Thumbnails
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9th July 2018, 22:54	#611
Traveler Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,133 Thanked: 1,891 Times	I bought a 17.1.3 cable from Ali express last year when we bought the GT Tsi. It was lying around and I did not use it till now. Today I tried it out and it worked! I now have the brake hydraulic assist set to early and wow what improvement in brakes. Wish I had done that earlier. Also set the turn signal to 5 blinks and activated the needle sweep.
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jayakrishnan_v BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: London Posts: 104 Thanked: 139 Times	Re: VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System) for VW & Skoda - Discussion Thread Hi Guys recently procured a 2018 version skoda rapid. Would like to know from where i can download the latest VAG-com diagnostic software. I do have the E-sys ethernet cable for my BMW to the OBD port. So going with the assumption the port end remains the same? Thanks in advance
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Satshan BHPian Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pune Posts: 185 Thanked: 300 Times	Re: VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System) for VW & Skoda - Discussion Thread Hello Bhpians, are there any shops that perform the VCDS Scan on VW cars. I am about to buy a pre-owned Jetta next week however do not have a VCDS cable to do these tests myself. I want to ensure the car does not have any faults hence want to run a scan. Any pointers will be very helpful. Thank you.
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santhosharulvan BHPian Join Date: May 2015 Location: Chennai Posts: 28 Thanked: 12 Times	Re: VCDS (Vag-Com Diagnostic System) for VW & Skoda - Discussion Thread Guys have a quick question regarding the VCDS cable, the older links for the cable are no longer present in aliexpress, and currently we have some new software termed as VAG COM and not VCDS, can any one help me with the current link to get the VCDS cable. I already have a VCDS 12.12 cable, but certain settings in engine block control module are disabled, say basic settings (it is not enabled even after inputting the correct security access code) it always stays grayed out. This is why i plan to get another newer version of the same, hoping it will help me. Please let me know if you have any inputs from your side. Thank you !.
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