Vagcom 4.09 USB Cable: £12.99
What does this cable do?
VAG-COM is a software package for Windows that emulates the functions of the dealers' very expensive proprietary scan tools. To see what functions it can perform as compared to the dealers' tools, check out Ross Techs Function Chart.
Unlock hidden features your car never had!
- Enable anti hijack (car locks arm themselves as your drive over 10mph)
- Enable alarm beep - never forget to lock your car again!
- Clear fault codes! No need to pay extortiante dealer prices!
Want some reasons to choose VAG-COM over a generic OBD-II scan tool? See this Real World Comparison, again taken from Ross Techs official website
In order to use VAG-COM, you need a PC to run it on. Obviously, a laptop is most convenient, but it is not essential. Click here for PC Requirements.
Which cable do I need for my car?
To check which cable you will need for your car check this web page on the Ross-Tech web site. Generally there are two types of cable, the Key cable(K Line communication) and the CAN cable(Can Bus Communication). The MK4 platform uses the KEY cables and the MK5 platform uses the CAN cables which is also backwards compliant with the older KEY system so the one CAN based interface can be used on both platforms.
What interface should I get, COM port or USB?
If you're using a modern PC running Windows XP or Vista, then you should probably get a USB interface. Although USB interfaces are no faster than serial versions, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find new PC's with serial ports, so a USB interface is more future-proof , also COM ports are not supported under Windows Vista®
Can I use my Vag-Com cable with VAG-Tacho software?
No, VAG-Tacho uses a proprietary interface that activates the software in a similar way that the Vag-com interface activates the software.
Where can I find diagnostic procedure and search for what the fault codes mean?
The Ross-Tech Wiki site has diagnostic procedures and fault code references
How can I register for a full version of Vagcom 4.09?
Please see here http://www.ross-tech.com/vag-com/tour-old/activation_file.html
Can i get a demo before i buy!
For an interactive web-based demo with lots of screen shots that also doubles as the product manual, spend some time surfing the On-Line Demo/Manual.
Price
£19.99 Including Mainland UK postage (overseas buyers please email us)