Why All VW and Audi Tech need VCDS Vag-Com

If you are a Volkswagen or an Audi tech you NEED VCDS. If you are a VW or Audi DIYer, I highly recommend getting VCDS. Not only is it a great diagnostic tool, but the support from Ross-Tech is awesome too!

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[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 =)

[jaskaborner]

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.

[rstar]

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.

[lucasb]

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.👍👍

[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

[mattg]

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.

[homeslicery]

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.

[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)

[glenolivieri]

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

[Lee-grsd]

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

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

[Basement]

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.

[pedrogordian]

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?

[yvc]

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!

[Q-pu]

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

[gglovato]

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

[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?

[tiffanyjohnson]

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?

[KamGT]

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

[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 🤔