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Vcds can show coding charts when appropriate information is available in a label file for the control. I have a rosstech usb hex can cable, and im trying to get it to work with the galletto 1260 software i have an bosch edc16u31 ecu, so unfortunately i cannot use the nefmoto software. This rosstechtip will describe the procedure for coding a brand new airbag controller in many recent vw vehicles. Recode or coding is used to set various options in a control module.
Ill go over the basic interface, how you auto scan for fault codes, do. Coding, long coding helper, the lamp systems are different. With each new generation of volkswagen it is getting harder and harder to troubleshoot issues on our cars without the aid of computer diagnostic. Ill go over the basic interface, how you auto scan for fault. Using the hexnet interface, vcds is capable of rapid diagnostics to vwaudiseatskoda from. Rosstech hexnet professional diagnostic and programming. Basics to vcds vagcom, fault codes, coding, output. If you have a s8 and can determine what stock coding is, please email me and report your results. Items include pano light installation process link to vw install pdf that includes parts needed plus coding. Ross is legal research software that uses artificial intelligence to help thousands of u. Doc updated with items that are under the in progress section. Rosstech, llc 881 sumneytown pike lansdale pa 19446 usa tel. The audi a6 comes with several preprogrammed functions in the central locking control module that can be accessed by using the vag 155115525051 tools available to audi dealers, or pc emulation. Coding is the software coding that determines various options for the controller.
Rosstech vcds software vagcom diagnostics for audi. This vagcom 2020 kit with original rosstech vcds 12. This is a basic vcds tutorial covering how to use the scan tool. Open up device manager, either by itself or through the computer management console.