Vag Com

[Jase14]

Hi all ,

As a noob and reading most of the build threads the common link is coding out items to get them to work, using Vag Com ( if this is the right prog to do it). Right after a bit of waffle where do I get it from and can I load it onto my laptop, left this a bit vague for obvious reasons and as I don’t have full access I thought I would ask here.
Thanks in advance

Jase

[Doc]

Check out Ross-Tech for information on their VCDS system (formally VAGcom).
The system is made up of an interface dongle to connect your computer to your vehicle and a free download software.
There are different versions available depending on your requirements.

[Jase14]

Thanks Doc for the fast reply, need to look into the cost as I might save my money and spend it on the caddy rather than me screw something up

Jase

[Scoobysrt]

https://m.gendan.co.uk/category_172.html

[Lockstock]

@Jase14

Depends how long you plan to own your caddy/ VAG group cars.

a diagnostic for a dashboard light will cost £60 unless you have someone else with diagnostic tools.

they pay for themselves very quickly, then become invaluable if you do upgrades.

So maybe 'when' you have an issue is time to go for an official rosstech dongle fro gendan.

[Scoobysrt]

For fault code reading and clearing these work pretty well https://m.aliexpress.com/item/100500505 ... ec%21UK%21

[Bbcars]

Is vagcom the same as vcds, I have the Ross tech lead and software, I need to revise my rear lights facelift ones on 2011 maxi?

[Scoobysrt]

Vagcom was the vcds predecessor.
It stands for Vag Com Diagnostic System but used to just be called vag com.
It's basically the same thing.

[Jase14]

Thanks Scoobysrt

Bit cheaper the the full system, will have to invest in one.

[Bbcars]

So do you know if what I have is capable or coding new style rear lights?

[Scoobysrt]

Yes mate,
viewtopic.php?t=32664

[Bbcars]

Many thanks, I’ll look when I’m allowed too…