VAG-COM 405 Scanner

jonnycatbiscuit · 06-09-2008, 23:49

Do I need this to rest my service light and airbag light...

VAG 405 AIRBAG ABS IMMO + MORE RESET SCANNER TOOL com on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 28-Aug-08 23:44:04 BST)

or will this one do the same but for far less money??

VAG COM 409.1 USB KKL VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Diagnostics UK on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 07-Sep-08 19:09:35 BST)

Someone please help?? I have a laptop and the second link appears to include the necessary software - OR DOES IT??

mbames · 06-09-2008, 23:57

By the looks of it you will get vag-com 409.1 on a CD (the shareware version), which I believe you can download from rosstech's website anyway. However, iirc, the shareware version allows you to read the faults and clear them, but does not let you do "adaption" stuff - which you need to to reset the service light, assuming your on variable servicing. If your on manual then you can do it manually with the trip button.

Dunno about the airbag light - I always avoid the bit in vagcom, just incase :-)

jonnycatbiscuit · 07-09-2008, 00:07

so does that mean I need the more expensive, self contained one? Or is there software I can get for my laptop to do "adaption" things (like my airbag light which needs turning off)

martziniuk · 07-09-2008, 06:31

The second vag-com cable is what you need. You will be able to turn the Airbag light off but not change adaptations without buying a licence.
its cheaper here USB VAG-COM 409.1 OBD 2 II CABLE LEAD AUDI VW VAG COM on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 09-Sep-08 16:54:40 BST)
or even cheaper from abroad.

LG'S VRS · 07-09-2008, 10:32

Hi,

I would buy the Vag-Com cable which you have a link too priced at £13.99. You might even find a cheaper one. Then you can download shareware version 409.1 from Ross-Tech. This can be registered and upgraded for $99, roughly £50, and then you can carry out adaptions.

The combined price of this is even cheaper than the first option you chose and you will have a registered copy of Vag-Com 409.1

Please remember, Ross-Tech list version 409.1 as only being compatible with XP. It WILL NOT run under Vista.

HTH

jonnycatbiscuit · 07-09-2008, 10:46

Thanks matey - I'll do that! (I've got an old laptop that runs XP rathr than this cr*ppy vista one).
By the way, what does HTH mean

mbames · 07-09-2008, 10:49

hth = Hope this helps

If your bored, have a read of this: Internet Acronyms Dictionary

fatty5000 · 07-09-2008, 11:25

If your car has been pranged and the airbag has deployed then I don't think any vag-com will get the light out. The crash data is still in the controller and therefore the light will remain on until that data is gone. Eithe by wiping the data or a new controller, At least this is how I understand it, I may be wrong though.

**VRStu** · 07-09-2008, 12:20

As I said before John, pop round one day and I'll take a quick look for you.

As above VAG-COM cannot clear stored crash data.

jonnycatbiscuit · 07-09-2008, 22:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

As I said before John, pop round one day and I'll take a quick look for you.

As above VAG-COM cannot clear stored crash data.

Thanks Stu - I have a new (uncrashed) airbag/seatbelt ecu to fit before I try to switch off the light - but I will be round to see you at some point matey!!

Funkoid · 11-09-2008, 13:55

Will the 2nd one in the link work correctly with a MK1 vRS?

LG'S VRS · 11-09-2008, 14:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by Funkoid

Will the 2nd one in the link work correctly with a MK1 vRS?

It sure will.

Funkoid · 11-09-2008, 16:19

Hmm are there any cheaper i've heard of overseas ones being cheaper but can't tell the difference between the 'proper' vag com cables and OBD2 ones.

Fezboy · 11-09-2008, 16:27

If your just after a code reader so you can check for errors and reset then get this.

SKODA CAN Diagnostic Fabia Octavia vRS Superb Roomster on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 12-Sep-08 22:01:21 BST)

That's what I brought and it was delivered in 4 days

Funkoid · 11-09-2008, 16:32

Initially I was going to get just a reader but I fancy having a real look into using the full version vag com software eventually.... so i'm ideally after a cable

edit - what are classed as the Octavia (1Z)?

06-09-2008, 23:49	#1
jonnycatbiscuit fixer of things Join Date: May 2008 Location: Southampton Posts: 483 Members Car: Octavia vRS, Remapped Mini One, Porsche 944 (an old one!) Thanks: 26 Thanked 24 Times in 20 Posts	VAG-COM 405 Scanner Do I need this to rest my service light and airbag light... VAG 405 AIRBAG ABS IMMO + MORE RESET SCANNER TOOL com on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 28-Aug-08 23:44:04 BST) or will this one do the same but for far less money?? VAG COM 409.1 USB KKL VW AUDI SEAT SKODA Diagnostics UK on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 07-Sep-08 19:09:35 BST) Someone please help?? I have a laptop and the second link appears to include the necessary software - OR DOES IT?? __________________ Doctor Jonnycatbiscuit can fix all of your problems... Oh yes he can!

06-09-2008, 23:57	#2
mbames Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Weymouth, Dorset Posts: 1,664 Members Car: Octavia 2001, 110TDi Elegance estate Thanks: 0 Thanked 75 Times in 67 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner By the looks of it you will get vag-com 409.1 on a CD (the shareware version), which I believe you can download from rosstech's website anyway. However, iirc, the shareware version allows you to read the faults and clear them, but does not let you do "adaption" stuff - which you need to to reset the service light, assuming your on variable servicing. If your on manual then you can do it manually with the trip button. Dunno about the airbag light - I always avoid the bit in vagcom, just incase :-)

07-09-2008, 00:07	#3
jonnycatbiscuit fixer of things Join Date: May 2008 Location: Southampton Posts: 483 Members Car: Octavia vRS, Remapped Mini One, Porsche 944 (an old one!) Thanks: 26 Thanked 24 Times in 20 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner so does that mean I need the more expensive, self contained one? Or is there software I can get for my laptop to do "adaption" things (like my airbag light which needs turning off) __________________ Doctor Jonnycatbiscuit can fix all of your problems... Oh yes he can! Last edited by DGW; 11-09-2008 at 16:23. Reason: Redundant quote deleted.

07-09-2008, 06:31	#4
martziniuk Need more power Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Driffield, Good old yorkshire Posts: 2,043 Members Car: Octavia VRS Thanks: 55 Thanked 168 Times in 163 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner The second vag-com cable is what you need. You will be able to turn the Airbag light off but not change adaptations without buying a licence. its cheaper here USB VAG-COM 409.1 OBD 2 II CABLE LEAD AUDI VW VAG COM on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 09-Sep-08 16:54:40 BST) or even cheaper from abroad. __________________ Regards Martin Turbo back blueflame exhaust ,Forge 007p Dump valve, Ramair filter, Prosport boost gauge, Autobahn88 TIP, Ecu Evolution Remap, FMIC

07-09-2008, 10:32	#5
LG'S VRS Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: East Ayrshire, Scotland Posts: 249 Members Car: Fabia VRS Thanks: 55 Thanked 40 Times in 38 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner Hi, I would buy the Vag-Com cable which you have a link too priced at £13.99. You might even find a cheaper one. Then you can download shareware version 409.1 from Ross-Tech. This can be registered and upgraded for $99, roughly £50, and then you can carry out adaptions. The combined price of this is even cheaper than the first option you chose and you will have a registered copy of Vag-Com 409.1 Please remember, Ross-Tech list version 409.1 as only being compatible with XP. It WILL NOT run under Vista. HTH __________________ Best Regards

07-09-2008, 10:46	#6
jonnycatbiscuit fixer of things Join Date: May 2008 Location: Southampton Posts: 483 Members Car: Octavia vRS, Remapped Mini One, Porsche 944 (an old one!) Thanks: 26 Thanked 24 Times in 20 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner Thanks matey - I'll do that! (I've got an old laptop that runs XP rathr than this crppy vista one). By the way, what does HTH mean __________________ Doctor* Jonnycatbiscuit can fix all of your problems... Oh yes he can!

07-09-2008, 10:49	#7
mbames Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Weymouth, Dorset Posts: 1,664 Members Car: Octavia 2001, 110TDi Elegance estate Thanks: 0 Thanked 75 Times in 67 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner hth = Hope this helps If your bored, have a read of this: Internet Acronyms Dictionary

07-09-2008, 11:25	#8
fatty5000 Why So Serious Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: "What" ...What ain't no god damn country Posts: 5,815 Members Car: a car Thanks: 287 Thanked 213 Times in 193 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner If your car has been pranged and the airbag has deployed then I don't think any vag-com will get the light out. The crash data is still in the controller and therefore the light will remain on until that data is gone. Eithe by wiping the data or a new controller, At least this is how I understand it, I may be wrong though. __________________

07-09-2008, 12:20	#9
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 21,119 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 195 Thanked 1,046 Times in 928 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner As I said before John, pop round one day and I'll take a quick look for you. As above VAG-COM cannot clear stored crash data. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

11-09-2008, 13:55	#11
Funkoid Briskodian Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 155 Members Car: Thanks: 8 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner Will the 2nd one in the link work correctly with a MK1 vRS?

11-09-2008, 16:19	#13
Funkoid Briskodian Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 155 Members Car: Thanks: 8 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner Hmm are there any cheaper i've heard of overseas ones being cheaper but can't tell the difference between the 'proper' vag com cables and OBD2 ones.

11-09-2008, 16:27	#14
Fezboy Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Watford Posts: 2,582 Members Car: Mondeo 2.2TDCI Thanks: 23 Thanked 127 Times in 121 Posts	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner If your just after a code reader so you can check for errors and reset then get this. SKODA CAN Diagnostic Fabia Octavia vRS Superb Roomster on eBay, also, Diagnostic Tools Equipment, Garage Equipment Tools, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 12-Sep-08 22:01:21 BST) That's what I brought and it was delivered in 4 days __________________ Octavia VRs *SOLD* The futures smokey! The futures diesel

11-09-2008, 16:32	#15
Funkoid Briskodian Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 155 Members Car: Thanks: 8 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: VAG-COM 405 Scanner Initially I was going to get just a reader but I fancy having a real look into using the full version vag com software eventually.... so i'm ideally after a cable edit - what are classed as the Octavia (1Z)? Last edited by Funkoid; 11-09-2008 at 18:17.

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